Veterinarians
in Mesa, AZ

Dr. Molander is an Arizona native, born in Tucson. She received a Bachelor of Science degree in animal science from the University of Arizona, and then attended Washington State University for her veterinary degree. Dr. Molander joined Banfield in 2010 looking for a practice that married preventive care with her belief in how it can increase the quality of life for her patients. As of Chief of Staff, she enjoys watching her team meet new personal goals and develop to their full potential all the while assisting patients with quality medical care. She also enjoys mentoring other doctors, veterinary students, veterinary assistants and client service coordinators. On her time off, Dr. Molander likes horseback riding, quad riding, and spending time with family. She has 2 manx cats, a corgi, and two horses; not including her daughter’s fish, and gecko. More Details >>

Dr. Patel has been with Banfield for about 2 years now. A Texas native, she acquired her bachelor's in biomedical science and Doctor of Veterinary Medicine at Texas A&M University. She is the proudest member of the fighting Texas Aggie classes of 2007/2015. Dr. Patel had the unique opportunity of being part of the Banfield Student Job Program in 2013. She worked closely under Dr. Molander as a veterinary student, which allowed her familiarity with most of of our regular clients and staff members. Her favorite aspects of the job include client communication, surgery, and internal medicine. On her time off, Dr. Patel enjoys the company of her nieces, reading and dancing. She has a beta fish named Shel Shel and is looking to adopt a puppy soon. More Details >>

Dr. Fox is an Arizona native who first declared she was going to be a veterinarian in first grade. Her ambitions lead her to attend the Barrett Honors College at Arizona State University for her undergraduate degree in biological sciences. She then went on to receive her Doctorate of Veterinary Medicine from Oregon State College of Veterinary Medicine. After graduation, she happily returned to the warm and sunny desert environment that she calls home. Dr. Fox has been a part of the Banfield family since 2011. Her own little family zoo consists of a cockatiel she has had since she was a child, a rhinoceros iguana, and a rottweiler. When she is not caring for animals of all sizes, she enjoys hiking, playing video games and frequently competes at an amateur level in various ballroom competitions. More Details >>