Our Team of Animal Healthcare Experts and Specialists
Meet our staff at Village Veterinary Hospital, who cares for your pets. Not only will you find them to be well-qualified for the task, but you’ll also find people who love your pets just as much as you do.
Our Staff
Dr. McCallister
Hello, I am Dr. Michael McCallister. I am a native New Mexican. I graduated from college at New Mexico State University with a Bachelor’s in Animal Science and attended Veterinary School at Kansas State University, where I graduated with a Doctor of Veterinary Medicine in 1984.
Dr. Herron
I have been a doctor with Village Veterinary Hospital since graduation from Colorado State University in 2011. I grew up in Roy New Mexico and was active member in 4-H and FFA showing sheep, pigs, and cattle.
Dr. Estrada
Hello, my name is Dr. Larisa Estrada. I was born and raised in the small town of Reserve, NM. I attended college at New Mexico State University and received a Bachelors degree in Animal Science with a minor in both Chemistry and Spanish. Following graduation, I attended Washington State University and became a Doctor of Veterinary Medicine, class of 2021.
Sandy
Hi, my name is Sandy McCallister, and I am the proud wife of Dr. Mike McCallister. I am also the Practice Manager of Village Veterinary Hospital. We have had a great adventure in the past 30+ years with this wonderful business.
Celina
Greetings, my name is Celina and I am pleased to be the office manager here at Village Veterinary Hospital since 2022. One of my favorite aspects of the job is interacting with our valued clients and their beloved animals.
Emily
Hello, my name is Emily Chavez and I'm a veterinary assistant here at Village Veterinary Hospital. In high school I was involved in FFA, where I completed in Vet Science CDEs and showed goats and lambs. During my senior year, I placed 5th individually at the state competition and my team placed 2nd. I also have previous experience as a veterinary assistant.
Phedra
Hello, my name is Phedra. I have worked for Village Veterinary Hospital since 2006. I enjoy my job as a front desk receptionist. It is a rewarding job meeting new clients with their pets, as well as taking care of our long-time clients and their pets.
Mia
Hey, I'm Mia! I'm the receptionist here at Village Veterinary Hospital. I'm from sunny Arizona, but I made the move to New Mexico in 2022. I've been working at Village Veterinary since February 2023, and I gotta say, I absolutely love my job. Seeing all the adorable animals come through our doors is the absolute best part of my day.
Jamie
Hello, my name is Jamie. I joined the Village Vet team in 2019 as a receptionist. I have enjoyed working at the clinic greeting and meeting all the new and long lasting clients and their pets.
While growing up I was involved in 4-H, FFA, raising and showing animals and competing in Rodeo. Animals have always been a huge part of my life.
Tina
Hi, my name is Tina. I started working here in 2018 and I am happy to be part of the team here at Village Veterinary Hospital.
When I was younger, my family wanted to raise pigs to sell, so being new to raising livestock, we gave it a whirl. Along the way, we also had the pleasure of owning horses, bulls, sheep, goats, geese, and plenty of cats and dogs.