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Meet the Team
Kristina
Hospital Manager
Born and raised right here in Santa Barbara, Kristina has spent the last 10 years working within the veterinary field, eventually stepping into her current role as Hospital Manager. She loves the fast-paced environment of the clinic, but her favorite part of the job will always be helping animals (and their humans!) feel safe and cared for.
Because she grew up in the industry and has worked in nearly every corner of the clinic, Kristina is trying her best to create a workplace where the nursing staff is empowered, heard, and supported. She is a strong believer that a thriving clinic begins with a respected and well-resourced medical team.
While not at work she loves a good book and a sunny day at the beach. At home, she’s a proud cat mom to her two rescues, Boo and Dexter, and loves nothing more than spending a weekend catching up with her favorite people.
Olivia
Lead Vet Assistant
Olivia is a Santa Barbara native and has been in the veterinary field since she was in her teens. Her love of all creatures great and small shaped her since she was a small child. She always has a house full of dogs and aspires to have a much larger menagerie one day. She is an avid animal rescue advocate and fosters dogs very frequently. In her spare time Olivia loves to adventure outdoors - Hiking, camping, beach days and exploring both on horseback or on foot are always on the agenda. At home Olivia is always cooking or in the garden with her dogs alongside her.
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Dr. Addie Crawford
Founder and Veterinarian
Dr. Addie Crawford was born and raised in Santa Barbara, CA. She attended Dos Pueblos High School and went on to get a scholarship to play volleyball at a Division-I school outside of Pittsburgh, PA. From there Dr. Crawford attended Cornell University’s College of Veterinary Medicine. While at Cornell she worked as an emergency Student assistant at the hospital’s emergency department. She completed a general rotation internship at Veterinary Specialty Hospital in San Diego before returning home to Santa Barbara. Dr. Crawford spent 5 years working as an emergency veterinarian at Advanced Veterinary Specialists and then traveled all over California working at various other specialty hospitals. She currently lives in Santa Barbara with her husband, cat, and 2 dogs. She also competes as a show jumper on her horse John Rambo.
Dr. Katie Sahyouni
Dr. Katie Sahyouni is a Southern California native. She attended the University of Southern California for her undergraduate training in Biomedical Engineering then went on to obtain her veterinary degree at UC Davis. Shortly after, she completed a rotating internship at Veterinary Medical and Surgical Group in Ventura, then a specialty internship at Animal Surgical and Emergency Center in Los Angeles where she worked exclusively with the Internal Medicine team. She then worked in general practice in Santa Barbara and now is happily part of the team here. She currently lives in Ventura with her husband, son, and her sassy orange cat named Cheesy Puff. In her time outside of work, she enjoys traveling, surfing, hiking, going to USC football games, and taking her baby to the Santa Barbara zoo. She’s looking forward to continuing to serve Santa Barbara’s incredible pet community.
Shaundra
Lead Vet Assistant
Born and raised in California, Shaundra is a lifelong animal lover whose passion for veterinary care began in childhood. With over four years of experience in an emergency veterinary setting, she brings compassion, dedication, and a calm presence to every case she handles.
Shaundra holds a degree in Biology and has completed a Veterinary Technician program. She is currently working toward becoming a licensed veterinary technician. She takes immense pride in treating every patient as if they were her own, ensuring they receive the highest level of care and comfort.
When she's not at work or cuddling with her beloved cats, Kai and Kovu, Shaundra enjoys reading, taking dance classes, and exploring new restaurants as a true foodie.
Lupita
Lupita grew up in Carpinteria and has always enjoyed working with animals. She earned her bachelor’s in Animal Science and later completed a veterinary technician program, becoming licensed. She began working in veterinary medicine in 2022 and has experience in general practice, shelter medicine, large animal, and wildlife care.
Outside of work she enjoys spending time outdoors, trying new spots, and spending time with her family, friends, and two cattle dogs.
Lupita is dedicated to helping animals feel their best, expanding her clinical skills, and supporting the team in daily patient care.
Brooklyn
Brooklyn is originally from Granite Bay, California, and is currently a Communication major at UC Santa Barbara, where she will graduate this June. She joined Urgent Veterinary Care in March and is excited to begin her journey in the veterinary field.
Brooklyn has always been an animal lover and grew up around both dogs and horses. She spent many years riding horses competitively, which helped strengthen her connection with animals and passion for their care. She currently has two dogs, Zoey, a Schnauzer–Poodle mix, and Marley, a Golden Retriever–Poodle mix.
Outside of work, Brooklyn enjoys staying active and spending time outdoors. You can often find her hiking, running, practicing yoga, cooking, or enjoying the beach with friends and family. She hopes to continue building a career working with animals after college.
Daniela
Daniela has always had a deep love for animals. Before entering veterinary medicine, she spent eight years working in the film industry as a beauty and special effects makeup artist, traveling coast to coast before eventually putting down roots in Santa Barbara. Her passion for animal care led her to transition into emergency and specialty veterinary medicine, where she gained valuable experience supporting an oncology team.
Daniela is currently working toward her RVT certification and is proud to be part of the team at UVC as a veterinary assistant. When she’s not at the hospital or studying, she’s spending time with her dog, Emma, who continues to inspire her dedication to compassionate patient care.
Fada
Fada was born and raised in Brazil and moved to California in July 2019. Her love for animals began early, inspired by her family’s frequent dog rescues and her experience with horseback riding. In college, she has volunteered at local shelters like BUNS and SB Humane and interned at SBWCN.
She is a fourth-year Biology major on the pre-veterinary track at UCSB. There, she runs the Positive Wave and PVMA clubs, participates in Rho Psi Eta events, and conducts research on octopus.
In her free time, Fada enjoys calling her parents, spending time with friends, listening to audiobooks, trying new sports, and making collages.
Tessa
Originally from Kauai, I relocated to Santa Barbara in 2018. I’ve had a lifelong passion for animals as I grew up surrounded by them and would often care for those in need. From injured chickens to stray cats and dogs, that early compassion stayed with me and continues to shape my goals today. I currently have two cats and two dogs who keep me busy and bring a lot of joy to my life. In my free time, I enjoy hiking, going to the beach, and exploring coffee spots. I’m excited to continue my journey toward a career in veterinary medicine and am committed to making a meaningful impact in animal care.
Aaron
Born and raised in Santa Barbara, I’ve always had a big heart for animals. I graduated from Grand Canyon University with a degree in Psychology and am currently working toward becoming a Registered Veterinary Technician. As the receptionist, I love creating a welcoming, positive experience for both pets and their people from the moment they walk through the door. When I’m not at the front desk, I’m at home with my 2 dogs, 4 cats, and 11 guinea pigs — so you can say animals are pretty much my whole personality! Outside of work, I’m also a proud Pokémon card collector and lifelong Marvel comic fan.