Veterinarians
in Ventura, CA

Dr. White completed her B.S. degree in pharmacology from the University of California, Santa Barbara in 2004. She received her veterinary degree from the Atlantic Veterinary College, Prince Edward Island, Canada in 2008. Before working in private practice, she finished two year-long internships: a Rotating Internship at the Veterinary Medical and Surgical Group in Ventura, California in 2009, and a Surgical Internship at the Louisiana Veterinary Referral Center in Mandeville, Louisiana in 2010. Dr. White joined Banfield in 2013. When not working, she enjoys spending time with her husband, Pomeranian named Sophie, and DMH named Makamba. She also enjoys endurance events like the Tough Mudder and Ragnar Relay, BBQs, leisure reading, and watching movies. More Details >>

Dr. Melissa Lucas graduated from Western University College of Veterinary Medicine in 2007, and worked in the academic field for five years before joining us at Banfield in Ventura. In addition to spending her time off with her husband and young daughter and taking care of three dogs, two cats and two chinchillas, she also enjoys gardening and reading. Her focus in veterinary medicine is dentistry and dental/oral surgery. More Details >>

Dr. Elise LaFevre grew up in Oregon and graduated from Oregon State University in 2014. She and her husband met in vet school during a community service event. After graduation, they practiced in Missouri for three long years before moving back west to start a new adventure in Ventura. She is thrilled she gets to do the job she loves while living in such a beautiful coastal city. She has two dogs, Jane and Carl, two cats, Katticus Finch and Brutus, and one American mini pig, Indiana Jim. When she is not at work. Dr. LaFevre enjoys spending time outdoors swimming, cycling and trying to surf. More Details >>

Liza has been with Banfield for over 10 years and has worked in both the CSC and VA roles. Joining the Ventura team in May 2014, Liza works along side Chief of Staff, Dr. Osborne, to help ensure continued associate growth and development. They also encourage the team to always take the time to educate clients about the importance of preventive care and to strive for client satisfaction. Liza is an animal and nature lover at heart. In her spare time, if she is not spending time with family and friends, you can find her taking a long hike with her adopted pup Cosette, relaxing at the beach, or training for a run Disney event. More Details >>