(727) 381 - CATS (2287) We have an excellent support staff at The Cat Hospital On Park Street.
All of our veterinary technicians or nurses, are credentialed from the State of Florida. This means that each veterinary technician completed a minimum of two years of training in an accredited school providing a veterinary technician program and then had to also pass a comprehensive state accreditation examination.
We further evaluate applicants and only select those who are dedicated to cats, as we are, and have a deep desire and devotion to help these special creatures.
You can rest assured that any of our support staff is well trained, experienced, professional and compassionate about cats.
The Cat Hospital On Park Street
22 Park Street South
St. Petersburg, FL 33707
Stephanie | Certified Veterinary Technician
Stephanie was born and raised in Clearwater Florida. She met her husband Tony at Dunedin High School and she has three children, two of which are currently in college.
Stephanie started out in the animal field in 1996 working as a certified dog and cat groomer. She went to USF at this time and graduated with a bachelor’s degree in science in 1999. She was a groomer for years then continued her education in veterinary technology in 2012. She graduated from SPC veterinary technology program in 2014 and is now a Certified Veterinary Technician. She started in an all pets/exotics practice but her heart has always been with cats. She joined the CHOPS team in 2024. Stephanie also has years of experience in animal laboratory technology.
She has three cats; two Siamese, a seal point named Jedi, a blue point named Ozzy, and a Bengal named Lucy. She also has a golden retriever named Ellie, a tortoise named Oogway, and a leopard gecko named Taco.
Steph loves the Tampa Bay Lightning, going to concerts, and going on cruises.
Alexia | Veterinary Technician
Alexia was born and raised in Clearwater, Florida. She attended college at the University of Florida where she graduated in 2019 with a B.S. in Microbiology. She is a trained veterinary technician who has worked in general practice, shelter medicine, and specialty medicine in Gainesville, FL for over 6 years. She recently moved back to Clearwater to be closer to family & joined the CHOPS team in 2024. Her interests and passions are TNR, feline medicine, soft tissue surgery, and anesthesia. Alexia and her husband have 5 cats and a rabbit who they love very much.
Deborah | Veterinary Technician
Deborah was born and raised in the Dominican Republic where she studied veterinary medicine at Universidad Autónoma de Santo Domingo. She earned a Master’s Degree in Small Animal Clinics while there. She moved to the US in 2017 and has worked in various types of Veterinary practices, including emergency. She joined the team at CHOPS in 2023.
In her spare time, she also runs a small business, enjoys gardening, learning about native plants, birdwatching, wildlife, hiking, listening to podcasts and audiobooks, & visiting local weekend markets. Deborah also loves to travel & enjoys caring for her one tiny dog and two senior kitties
Sara | Veterinary Assistant
After working for a cat-focused rescue, Sara joined the CHOPS team in December of 2023. Although originally from Ohio, Sara has lived in Florida for over half her life. She is currently a student at USF and plans to become a Certified Veterinary Technician.
Vicki | Office Manager
Vicki
Vicki joined the team at The Cat Hospital on Park Street in September, 2014 after spending over 10 years in the business side of veterinary medicine.
Originally from New York, she moved to Florida in 2002 with a carload of cats and birds. Vicki graduated from Marymount College of Fordham University with a bachelor’s degree in English literature & an associate’s degree in math/science.
Vicki is a lifelong cat lover who married a dog person & now has 2 beautiful akitas.
She enjoys spending her free time reading her Kindle by the pool.
Barb | Receptionist
Originally from Pennsylvania where she worked for 17 years in a veterinary practice, Barb relocated to Florida in 2000. She spent several years working for the SPCA before joining The Cat Hospital on Park Street team in February of 2022. After a brief hiatus, she returned in February of 2023.
Barb has a great love of all animals (especially cats!).
When Barb is not here helping our clients and patients, she spends her free time with her family & her 2 “big fat cats,” and loves kayaking and hiking
Carol | Receptionist
Carol retired as Hospital Coordinator of a Veterinary Practice in New Jersey after 20+ years serving as staff support. After relocating to Florida, she joined the CHOPS team in November 2022.
She has been intrigued by the human/animal bond since she was little and loves being part of a team that shares that passion.
In her spare time Carol & her husband volunteer at the Straz Center in Tampa. They enjoy taking care of their rescue dog “Annie,” their 3 grandchildren, 2 grand dogs and a grand cat named “Clive.” Clive is a special needs kitty who has stolen their hearts.
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