My 4 Paws Animal Hospital

Dr. Bruce L. Barnes had been practicing in the community of Ranch Bernardo for 5 years prior to working as a relief Veterinarian at over 20 hospitals in the City of San Diego. Dr. Barnes grew up in San Diego in the community of Scripps Ranch. He attended San Diego State University where he graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Applied Arts and Sciences Biology. Dr. Barnes graduated from Kansas State University School of Veterinary Medicine as a Doctor of Veterinary Medicine and immediately returned to San Diego and started working in the very same practice in Ranch Bernardo that he had volunteered at for many years prior to entering veterinary school. During his senior year in veterinary school Dr. Barnes was presented with 3 of the most prestigous small animal awards including:

1. Pharmacia Upjohn Small Animal Medicine Award
2. Kansas State University Pet Trust Scholar
3. Small Animal Emergency & Critical Care Award

Dr. Cory Greenfield We are excited to introduce Dr. Cory Greenfield as our newest addition to 4 Paws Animal Hospital!  Due to Dr. Barnes' successful (and busy) inaugural years, he has decided to expand his team by adding a veterinarian that shares the same philosophy and passion for animal care.

Dr. Greenfield grew up on the lakes of Wisconsin and attended the University of Wisconsin-Madison, acquiring a Bachelor of Science in Zoology/Biology.  He started his veterinary career 9 years ago as an assistant and was inspired and mentored by his family vet to become the doctor he is today.  Dr. Greenfield's love of water moved him to La Jolla where he first worked with Dr. Barnes... little did they know the two left-handers would be meeting up again later!  Dr. Greenfield recently graduated from Ross University School of Veterinary Medicine where he graduated at the top of his class and received several awards and accolades for his work.  He has studied wildlife in Australia and South Africa, and has spent his clinical year doing rotations back at his alma mater in Wisconsin.  Upon graduation he immediately headed back to San Diego to join up with our team to provide another set of dedicated and caring hands.  Please welcome him to our team!
 

Alexis Lennon works as our Office Manager. Alexis was born and raised in California. She brings a wonderful attitude and a big smile to the practice, brightening everyone's day around her. Alexis loves animals and has two of her own; a 4 yr old Pekingese-Yorkie mix dog named Bailey, and a 2 yr old Maine-Coon mix cat named Saki who has become our hospital cat.

Brigjette White works as a Veterinary Technician. She has spent her whole life in San Diego and obtained a certificate in Veterinary Assisting from PIMA Institute in 2008, with the intent to become a Registered Veterinary Technician. Brigjette has always had a love for animals and currently owns a 3 year old chihuahua mix named "Rascal".

Elizabeth Williams is our front office coordinator. She brings a positive attitude to our workplace each and every day. Elizabeth, aka Liz, has a profound love for our feline friends, and one day aspires to run her own feline rescue facility. Liz has two cats, Maxwell and Shasta, as well as a dachshund-terrier mix named Carter. Liz enjoys sports such as snowboarding, wake boarding, and camping, and is up for an outdoor adventure any day.

Teddy is our hospital mascot, and is featured on our logo. He was adopted by Dr. Barnes in 2003. He is now Dr. Barnes' loyal sidekick spending his days in the hospital with "Dad," lounging in whatever sun spot he can find or stealing our Office Managers chair for a nap. Teddy also loves to meet and greet fellow canines, lending moral support when needed. Give him a pet when you see him.

Saki is our hospital's resident cat. She is a Maine-Coon mix that was found abandoned in a trash can at a very young age by the Humane Society. Saki found her way into Alexi's heart... who later adopted her. Saki thoroughly enjoys her status and job as "house cat", while also greeting the animals and people everyday.