Our Staff

VETERINARIANS

Sean Goodell , DVM

Dr. Goodell is a southern California native, born and raised in Riverside. He graduated from Cal Poly Pomona with a B.S. in Animal Science in 1996, and from U.C. Davis with his D.V.M. degree in 2000. After earning his veterinary degree, Dr. Goodell completed a 1 year rotating medicine and surgery internship at the Colorado State University Veterinary Teaching Hospital.

He returned to California and joined Bay Animal Hospital in September 2001. He became a partner in the practice in 2006, and full owner at the beginning of 2009. Dr. Goodell shares his Manhattan Beach apartment with his cat Maggie, a Himalayan mix that he adopted from Bay Animal Hospital in 2004. He’d love to add a dog to the family, but is waiting until he graduates to a house with a yard. He’s a big sports fan, partial to the Lakers, Dodgers, and USC Trojans. He enjoys reading, exercising, traveling, and playing golf.

Dr. Goodell & "Maggie"

Katherine Gilman , DVM

Dr. Gilman was raised in northern California and completed her bachelor’s degree in biology at the University of California at Santa Cruz. She graduated from Colorado State University School of Veterinary Medicine in 1999. Following veterinary school , she completed an internship in small animal medicine and surgery at VCA West Los Angeles Animal Hospital. She furthered her experience by working in Florida, at both a cat exclusive practice and an emergency hospital, then moved to New York’s Upper East side to work in a busy small animal practice. Since coming to Bay Animal Hospital in 2002, she enjoys internal medicine and surgery on cats and dogs as well as rabbits and other small mammals. She is married and has 2 young children, Kailey and Jack. Outside the hospital she enjoys walking on the strand, tennis, reading and spending time with her family and all of her pets.

Dr. Gilman & "Max"

Jennifer Bailey , DVM

Dr. Bailey was born and raised in Mililani, Hawaii. She attended Colorado State University where she earned her BS in microbiology and her DVM in 2001. She then completed an internship in small animal medicine and surgery at VCA West Los Angeles Animal Hospital. Dr. Bailey first came to Bay Animal Hospital in June 2002. After spending the last 2 years in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, she is happy to be back in Southern California, and especially thrilled to be returning to Bay. Dr. Bailey loves all aspects of practicing veterinary medicine especially feline medicine, internal medicine and soft tissue surgery.

Dr. Bailey enjoys traveling, shopping, reading, and spending time with her family including two dogs (Webster and Krush, who love the dog beach) and four cats (Marley, Emma, Joey and Lila, who love lounging around the house).

Dr. Bailey, "Webster" & "Krush"

Hilary Quinn , DVM

Dr. Hilary Quinn grew up in Berkeley, California. She attended Duke University and UC Santa Barbara for her undergraduate studies and earned her B.S. in Zoology with an emphasis on ornithology (the study of birds). After college, she moved to Bozeman, Montana to pursue a masters degree in science documentary-filmmaking but couldn't shake her dream of becoming a veterinarian. Dr. Quinn attended Tufts School of Veterinary Medicine in Boston, Massachusetts where she risked her life by not rooting for the Patriots. After graduating from vet school, she returned to California for advanced training in medicine in surgery at VCA West Los Angeles. Dr. Quinn made the switch from emergency veterinarian to general practitioner at Bay Animal Hospital in September of 2010 and couldn't be happier! Her interests are oncology and internal medicine, and avian/pocket pets as well.

Dr. Quinn shares her house with one husband, two unruly Australian Shepherds (Ennis and Wilder), and a very opinionated African Grey Parrot named Atticus. The Quinn family collective interests are wine-tasting, cooking, beach-combing, chasing squirrels, and flying from room to room (not all interests are shared equally).

Dr. Quinn is very excited to share her love of all critters with the South Bay community, and is looking forward to meeting your furry (or feathery) family members very soon!

Voted Employee of the Month: January 2011

Dr. Quinn & "Ennis"

Robert Steen , DVM

Dr. Bob Steen was born and raised in Minneapolis, Minnesota. He earned his bachelor’s degree in psychology from Emory University, in Atlanta. After college, he spent a year living in a VW bus and traveling throughout Australia, New Zealand and Asia. Upon returning from abroad, he taught fourth grade for two years in Atlanta as part of Teach For America. Teaching science helped Dr. Steen realize he wanted to pursue his passion for animals, so he enrolled at the University of Georgia College of Veterinary Medicine in Athens, GA (Go DAWGS!!!). Dr. Steen furthered his training by completing an internship in small animal medicine and surgery at VCA West Los Angeles Animal Hospital. He joined Bay Animal in July 2011. Dr. Steen is excited about all disciplines of veterinary medicine, with particular interest in soft tissue surgery and neurology.

Dr. Steen lives with his amazing girlfriend (who is also a veterinarian) and their 6 year old golden retriever Willa. Willa demands a slow-paced life around the house. When not at Bay or lounging with Willa, Dr. Steen enjoys traveling, hiking, golf, skiing and attending live music shows.

Dr. Steen & "Willa"

CONSULTANT & SPECIALIST

Paul Cechner , D.V.M, D.A.C.V.S.

Mobile surgery specialist Dr. Paul Cechner takes care of our hospital’s more complicated surgery cases, as he does for several hospitals in our community. He graduated from Veterinary School in 1973 from the University of Illinois and completed his surgical residency in 1976 at Purdue, where he stayed on as an Assistant Professor of Surgery through 1983.

When he is not involved in the surgical treatment of the pets of the Los Angeles area, his animal family of five cats keeps him busy at home.

Dr. Cechner

MANAGEMENT STAFF

Wendy Triggs , Practice Manager

Wendy became Bay Animal Hospitals practice manager in October of 2008, bringing with her more than 20 years of management experience. Before joining the team, she worked at three other animal hospitals as (at various times) a receptionist, technician's assistant, doctor's assistant, overnight emergency technician, and hospital manager. She also has experience as a medical procurement manager for a local human hospital and as a project manager for a mechanical engineering company.

Wendy's primary goal at Bay Animal Hospital is to foster a positive environment for our staff and clientele. She works very hard to ensure that Bay provides a level of service and professionalism that meets and exceeds our clients' expectations.

Outside of work, Wendy can usually be found at home relaxing with her 2 shelter rescue cats "Bijou", an overly curious Siamese and "Sweet Pea", a big gray scaredy cat.

Wendy Triggs

PURCHASING MANAGER

Shanise

Shanise has been working for BAH since October 2006 and has been a veterinary technician since 1990. She has a Bachelors degree in Animal Science and Management from UC Davis. Her past work experience includes protecting animal actors on movie sets for the “no animals were harmed” credit and working as a animal control officer . She truly loves animals! Her family consists of a loving husband, 1 daughter and 3 sons. They own 3 dogs, “Max”, “Zuli” and “Koa” and a cat, “Whiskers”. Shanise works hard to ensure that the hospital has the medications, supplies and prescription diets needed to provide excellent patient care.

Voted Employee of the Month: February 2010

Shanise & "Zuli"

TECHNICIAN STAFF

Shonagh , Head Technician

Shonagh has been a Veterinary Technician since 1992 and received her R.V.T. License in 2010. She has worked at Bay twice! First time from 2001 until 2008. She then moved to Nevada for two years and when she returned to California in 2010, she returned to Bay as well.

Shonagh is our Head Technician in charge of the Technician, Surgery, Pharmacy and Tech Assistant Staff. She also serves as Bay’s Dental Technician and received her certificate as a Certified Veterinary Dental Technician from the American Society of Veterinary Dental Technicians in August 2010.

She has three dogs, Shorty, Cami and Butter. Her hobbies include turbo kickboxing, weight lifting and snowboarding.

Voted Employee of the Month: November 2010

Shonagh, "Shorty","Cami" & "Butter".

April , Lead Technician / Compliance Coordinator

April has worked for BAH as a technician since 2002 and has been working in the animal field for 15 years. Her life is managed by her 6 kids:

"Tallulah" (her angel!) a terrier mix, "Gucci" a sassy chihuahua, "Eddie" a fancy toy fox mix, "Frieda" her little senior calico cat and "M.J." a crazy kitten who torments her turtle dove "Chicken". Together they are a happy and very "bossy" family of love and cookies!

When she is not at BAH helping with South Bay's little four legged or feathered friends; she is helping nurse and rehabilitate the animals at Nature California Wildlife which includes squirrels, raccoons, crows, the occasional opossum and plentiful pigeons! Lots to keep her busy when she is not busy! Her love for animals keeps growing everyday and she admits she loves her job.

Voted Employee of the Month: July 2009

April & "Floyd"

Cesar , Technician

Cesar has been at BAH since November 2007. He owns 2 pit bulls "Cavi" and "Magic". On his free time he enjoys watching and playing baseball. Go Dodgers!

Voted Employee of the Month: September 2009

Cesar & "Amstel"

Rosario , Dental Technician

Rosario has been working for BAH as a technician since December 2007 and specializes in teaming with our doctors to perform dentistries. At home, she loves all of her "babies" equally which consist of 12 dogs, 8 cats and 2 turtles. She actively volunteers in rescuing and finding homes for abandoned animals.

Voted Employee of the Month: August 2009

Rosario & "Chicle"

Victor , Treatment Technician

Victor is responsible for all hourly treatments for our hospitalized and boarding animals in the afternoon an has been working for BAH since May 2007. He brings over 9 years of experience as a surgery technician including emergencies, internal medicine an overnight care for dogs and cats. Victor owns a pit mixed named "Roxy" and enjoys surfing, baseball and snowboarding.

Voted Employee of the Month: July 2010

Victor & "Roxy"

Doreya , Treatment Technician

Doreya is responsible for all hourly treatments for our hospitalized and boarding animals. She also volunteers alot of her time to rescuing abandoned animals and tries to find them good homes.

Voted Employee of the Month: October 2009
Chloe

Chloe has worked in the veterinary field for 4 years in Critical Care, Oncology, and now at Bay! She also enjoys working with hawks and falcons in Education & Bird Abatement. She graduated from U.C. Berkeley. She has 2 dogs, a bird and loves music.

Voted Employee of the Month: April 2011

TECHNICIAN ASSISTANT STAFF

Each technician assistant works 1-2 shifts a week as they pursue their veterinary careers. Please see below for more detailed profiles.
Sara

Sara has been working for Bay since April 2010. On her days off she enjoys going for some fun in the sun with her four crazy and silly chihuahuas, "Clifford", "Ginger", "Cleo", and "Muneco". She is going to school to become a registered veterinary technician and hopes to become a dolphin trainer.

Voted Employee of the Month: August 2010
March 2011

Carly , Technician

Carly has been working at BAH since March 23, 2009. She has a Boston Terrier "Daisy" and a Maine Coon named "Oscar". She is taking general education classes at El Camino College for Pre-Veterinary Medicine. In her free time Carly enjoys traveling, reading, jogging, movies, music and spending time with her family and friends, budgeting and making goals.

Voted Employee of the Month: January 2010

Carly & "Daisy"

Don

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Don & "Iggy"
Junior

Please see profile under "Kennel Staff".

Julie , Volunteer Technician Assistant

After a successful career in dental hygiene, Julie is pursuing her life's passion of working with animals. She is currently enrolled in a veterinary technician program. Julie has been volunteering for BAH since December 2008. She owns a rescue dog "Victor" and a adorable 9 year old iguana "Dina".

Julie, "Bonnie" & "Victor"

Laura , Pharmacy Technician

RECEPTION STAFF

Aurora , Marketing Manager / Receptionist

Aurora has been working at BAH since October 2008. Besides hanging out with her cat,"Slim Shady", she enjoys surfing, jogging on the beach, snowboarding and playing any other sports. Go Kings!

Voted Employee of the Month: November 2009

Anissa

Anissa has worked at Bay since August 2000. When she is not at work she is busy, busy, busy at home with her family including her chihuahua "Chili", two children; Ruthie (4) and Jack (2), and her husband Peter.

Anissa

Heisell

Heisell has worked as our weekend receptionist since July 2007. When she is not at the hospital, she likes catching up with her friends and shopping.

Gaby

Gaby has been working at Bay since January 2010. Her and her 3 year old son Ernesto love going to Redondo Beach Pier and walking along the ocean. At home her and her son have their hands full with two turtles, “Pinky” and “The Brain”.

Voted Employee of the Month: September 2010
October 2011

Gaby

Theary

…coming soon.
Roxie , Night Shift Supervisor

...coming soon!
Voted Employee of the Month: November 2011
Caylynne
Yvette

...coming soon.

KENNEL STAFF

Vicente , Lead Kennel Staff

This past November 2009, Vicente celebrates his 25th Anniversary at BAH. Besides being very committed to his work and loving it, he also loves his dog "Benji".

Voted Employee of the Month: March 2010

Vicente & "Benji"

Enrique , Lead Kennel Staff

Enrique has been working for BAH since 1999. Not only is he one of our lead kennel staff members but also helps with the handyman work at BAH. He loves to spend time with his family, enjoys playing soccer and dancing salsa.

Voted Employee of the Month: June 2011

Enrique & "Benji"

Benjamin

Benjamin has been working for BAH since December 2006. He has 5 children and owns 2 dogs, "Nena" and "Lyla" and enjoys taking them to the park on his spare time.

Benjamin & "Nena"