ABOUT US
ABOUT US
At All God’s Creatures Animal Hospital, our goal is to provide exceptional veterinary care while continuously improving the quality of life of our patients and supporting the well-being of our community. We pride ourselves on delivering high-quality, cost-effective veterinary healthcare that exceeds our clients’ expectations. Our dedicated team is committed to providing outstanding medical, surgical, dental, critical care, and emergency services.
Founded in 2022 by Dr. Richard Johnson, All God’s Creatures Animal Hospital was established with a mission to offer the highest standard of veterinary medicine for pets at every stage of life. Our state-of-the-art facility, combined with advanced medical and surgical expertise, allows us to deliver comprehensive and personalized treatment options for your pet. We believe quality veterinary care extends beyond the exam room and includes preventive medicine, wellness care, and ongoing health management.
We value the strong relationships we build with our clients and the trust placed in us to care for their pets. We welcome new patients and look forward to continuing to serve our existing clients with the compassionate, dependable veterinary care they have come to expect.
We strive to be San Diego’s first choice in veterinary care and look forward to the opportunity to serve you and your pets.
Our team is fully dedicated to the health and happiness of your pets!
Veterinarians
Richard Johnson, DVM
Chief Executive Officer/Veterinarian
Dr. Johnson has had a rich and full life deeply involved in Veterinary Medicine! Due to his passion to help others he created and founded All God’s Creatures Animal Hospital
Dr. Johnson’s vision is to become a preferred veterinary technician education source for the community who has the heart and soul for this profession. He is committed to improving the lives of all animals through personal experience cultivating in the program with compassion, integrity, and quality care.
His educational and working background include:
*Doctor of Veterinary Medicine University of California, Davis
*West Los Angeles Veterinary Medical Group: Internship
*Animal Medical Center, New York, New York: Surgical Residency
*University of Illinois College of Veterinary Medicine: Assistant Professor in Surgery
*Broadway Animal Hospital: Owner and Medical Director
*Animal Medical Center of East County: Founder and creator
He has been active in many professional organizations always with the desire to improve our profession with an emphasis on teaching and advancement of the veterinary technician community.
* American Association of Veterinary State Boards: committee member
*Veterinary Medical Board State of California: member
*Veterinary Medical Board, California Registered Veterinary Technician Committee
*California Veterinary Medical Association: California Registered Veterinary Technicians Outstanding Doctor of Veterinary Medicine of the Year 2011 Recipient
* Norden Teacher of the Year Award Recipient
*San Diego Mesa College Animal Health Technology Program: Adjunct professor-Advisory Committee
*National PetCare Centers: Founder and Director of Medical and Surgical Quality
He is involved in our profession locally and nationwide:
*Veterinary Study Groups, VSG, the largest privately owned groups of veterinary hospitals in the United States: Original member/founder
*Sand Diego Veterinary Medical Association (SDVMA): Past President
His current exciting projects include:
*All God’s Creatures Animal Hospital, a small animal practice teaching hospital, CEO and Hospital Director
*Vet Tech Nursing Academy, an education center for the development of the veterinary technician community: Founder and Senior Instructor
*IVHI: Institute for Veterinary Healthcare improvement, a non-profit organization for the development of service dogs for our PTS service members, law enforcement, and first responders: Creator/founder
Dr. Johnson has a passion for education especially in the field of Veterinary Technology. The Vet Tech Nursing Academy is the culmination of his efforts to improve and develop the Veterinary profession.
He lives in El Cajon with his wife, Nancy, and their three Boston Terriers
Selena Savides, DVM
Associate Veterinarian
Dr. Selena Savides grew up on a cattle ranch in the rolling hills of Central California. On this small farm, Dr. Savides grew up loving the animals. From the age of 8 years old she knew she wanted to be a veterinarian. Selena completed her undergraduate degree at San Diego State University with a degree in Biology/Zoology and a minor in Chemistry. From there she moved to the middle of the midwest where she attended the University of Missouri at Columbia. She graduated with honors in 2010.
Dr. Savides’s passion in veterinary medicine is surgery, and she has become well versed in soft tissue surgery. Her other passion is traveling, and she combined her two loves in 2017 when she joined World Vets- which is a volunteer program providing international aid for animals in 3rd world countries. The campaigns provide free sterilization procedures (spay/neuter) for anyone who brings their animals to the clinics. She has visited over 30 different countries… for both work and fun!
In her spare time, she enjoys riding her bicycle and going for walks or hikes in the area. Her little pet family likes to go with… including her Senegal Parrot named Mtini and her recent adorable rescue dog Rafi.
Dr. Savides has joined All God’s Creatures Teaching Hospital and Surgery Center in hopes of adding to the quality veterinary medicine practiced here as well as to broaden her own surgery skills.
Kelsey Remig, DVM
Associate Veterinarian
Dr. Kelsey Remig grew up on the east coast in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. She knew from a very young age that she wanted to be a veterinarian, and always had a passion for the sciences. She obtained her undergraduate degree in Veterinary and Biomedical Sciences from Penn State. From there, she moved to the island of St. Kitts to achieve her Doctor of Veterinary Medicine from Ross University. She completed her clinical rotations at Colorado State University College of Veterinary Medicine. Her passions in veterinary medicine include surgery, radiology, emergency medicine and internal medicine.
New to the San Diego area, Dr. Remig enjoys exploring all the city has to offer in her free time, including going to the beach, hiking and farmers markets. She lives with two cats, Olive and Dill, who always keep her entertained. She is very excited to be a new member of the AGC team!
Vinutha Gowda, DVM
Associate Veterinarian
Dr. Vinutha Gowda joined All Gods Creatures in September 2024 as a staff veterinarian. Dr. Gowda grew up in Baltimore, Maryland and studied at Northwestern University. She studied engineering but switched gears, going back to her childhood dream career. She attended the Western University of Health Science in Pomona and graduated with her Doctorate of Veterinary Medicine in 2007. She has worked in specialty practices, shelter medicine as well international rescues. She has a special interest in preventative veterinary medicine, has a Masters in Public Health from Bloomberg School of Public Health and is boarded by the American College of Preventive Veterinary Medicine.
Dr. Gowda currently resides in San Diego with her husband, her three kids and her dog, a Barbet, named Crusher. In her free time she enjoys hanging out with friends and family, gardening, swimming and teaching her dog new tricks. In the mornings you can find her cruising the berm with Crusher at Fiesta Island.
Maureen Borja, DVM
Associate Veterinarian
Dr. Maureen Borja grew up in the Bay Area in Northern California, with a sister and anywhere from 3-6 animals in the house at any given time. She has experience taking care of chinchillas, guinea pigs, parrots and parakeets, turtles, dogs, cats, and rabbits!
She attended the University of California, San Diego from 2008-2012 for her undergraduate degree in Ecology, Behavior and Evolution and additionally earned a minor in Marine Science.
For her veterinary education she attended the University of California, Davis, School of Veterinary Medicine from 2012-2016, where she chose to pursue the small animal medicine track. Following graduation, she completed a rotating internship at Encina Veterinary Hospital in Walnut Creek, gaining experience in internal medicine, oncology, neurology, and surgery; interns also rotated through the East Bay Veterinary Emergency Hospital in Antioch where they honed their skills in emergency medicine and intensive/ critical care.
Christopher George, DVM
Associate Veterinarian
Dr. Christopher George was raised in Northern California. He was fortunate to be able to work with horses and cattle when he was young which led to an interest in Veterinary Medicine. Dr. George graduated from UC Davis School of Veterinary Medicine in 1977. He completed his internship in equine surgery at UC Davis the following year. Dr. George has been practicing large animal medicine, small animal general and emergency medicine for over 40 years. When Dr. George is caring for your pet, there is no question, you will feel his kindness and compassion that will create an enduring and trusting relationship.
Support Staff
Crystal Kieley, RVT
Program Director/Chief Operating Officer
Crystal has worked in general practice, emergency, and specialty medicine, specifically in surgery and internal medicine. She has a strong interest in anesthesiology and critical care. In 2021, she became a Program Director and an Instructor at Vet Tech Nursing Academy. Passionate about expanding her veterinary knowledge, Crystal is delighted to be part of a wonderful veterinary technician program and committed to helping those working in a veterinary hospital to further their knowledge and skills. She is married to her husband Marc and together they have three precious daughters along with two chihuahuas and a bearded dragon to complete their family.
Lisa Cabot, RVT
Client Services Manager
Hi, my name is Lisa! I was born on the east coast in Connecticut, lived in Michigan for a couple of years, headed west to San Diego and have lived here ever since I was 4 years old. I have always loved animals, so I furthered my education at SDSU and received a B.S in Biology in hopes of working at a zoo. Well, that didn’t pan out after I started working in a veterinary hospital. In 2001, I went to work for Drs. Johnson & Hampel and have been with them ever since. My husband and I share our home with two 4-legged children, both Bernese Mountain Dogs, one of which is still trying to grow up. In my spare time I enjoy traveling and attending and watching pretty much all sporting events, even a little curling in Canada. One of the most important things to me is client and patient care so I strive to provide the Best!
Kim Jones, RVT
Program Coordinator/Senior Instructor
I grew up here in San Diego and graduated from Monte Vista High School in Spring Valley. I discovered at a very young age my love for animals and was always bringing animals home. My parents never knew what to expect next but supported my ambition to pursue my passion of animals. This love eventually brought me to enroll at Mesa College where I received my Associate Science and Animal Health technology degrees. I have been a registered Veterinary Technician since 1985 and have been blessed to have worked with Dr. Johnson and Dr. Hampel for the past 38 years. I love all aspects of veterinary nursing but find myself particularly drawn to surgery and dentistry. I enjoy sharing my experiences and knowledge with others that is why I’m so excited to be a part of the Vet Tech Nursing Academy preparing the next generations of technicians.
I consider myself a country girl and have been fortunate enough along with my husband to raise our two sons in the wonderful community of Ramona. In my spare time you can find me getting my “equine therapy” with my horse Peanut riding the trails and participating in gymkhana and cowboy challenges. I also enjoy hanging out with our cat Trico who keeps us entertained with his antics.
I look forward to continuing serving our community as we start our new adventure.
Bethany Keeble, RVT
Clinical Operations Manager
Jamie
Registered Veterinary Technician
Hi, I’m Jamie! I was born and raised in a very small rural town in Central Oregon! It was there that I developed a love for wildlife and was fortunate to enjoy many outdoor activities, but my best memories were family camping trips and hitting the ski slopes with my dad. In 2000 I married and moved to San Diego to pursue a teaching degree at San Diego State University. I started working with Drs. Johnson & Hampel in 2003 and the rest is history. My hobbies include cooking, spending time at the beach and cheering on the Padres with my husband and my two boys! At home, I have a 3 year old Bulldog mix named Mack who has insured no other animal friends can come to live with me. My passions are service and client education and I promise to leave you feeling prepared and at-ease no matter what you need to come in for!
Francine
Registered Veterinary Technician- Surgery Lead
Hello, my name is Francine. I’ve been in the veterinary field for almost 15 years! Thanks to All God’s Creatures Teaching Hospital I received my license as a registered veterinary technician through Vet Tech Nursing Academy. My special interests include anesthesia, surgery, dentistry and veterinary technician education.
Victoria
Registered Veterinary Technician
Hi, I’m Victoria! I was born and raised right here in San Diego. I have always loved animals and knew I wanted to pursue a career in helping them. I have been in the veterinary field for 8 years. I graduated and received my CVA from PIMA Medical Institute. I recently graduated from the VASE program so that I can take the national test to obtain my RVT license. I love emergency medicine and dentistry. During my off-time I enjoy spending time with my husband, son, 3 dogs (Willow, Tucker & Dodger) and my horse Little Man. I love going to the beach, San Diego Zoo, Seaworld and spending time with family and friends.
Christine
Registered Veterinary Technician
Hi, I’m Christine! I’ve been a veterinary technician for a decade, with most of that time spent working in emergency medicine. I was born in Chicago but grew up in San Diego as a teenager, which eventually pulled me back after I started my veterinary career in Maryland. I’m passionate about patient care and always strive to make every patient’s visit as comfortable and stress-free as possible.
At home, I share my life with two cats, Taco (a tuxedo) and Amoeba (a Lykoi), my cattle dog Irma, an axolotl, and my friendly neighborhood crows. Outside of work, you’ll usually find me exploring the desert, taking long drives to search for rare birds, or tending to my succulent collection (hoarding addiction).
Esme
Registered Veterinary Technician
My name is Esmé and I’m a Registered Veterinary Technician with about 8 years of experience in small animal medicine, and I truly love what I do. I’m especially passionate about patient advocacy, surgery, and making sure every animal I work with receives the highest level of compassionate, thoughtful care.
In my free time, you can usually find me outdoors with my family, spending time with my pup Elmer and all of our kitties. Animals have always held a special place in my heart, and caring for them is a responsibility I value deeply.
Working with animals is truly a privilege, and I feel so grateful for the opportunity to serve the patients and clients at All Gods Creatures Animal Hospital.
Kalani
Sterilization Technician/Inventory Specialist
Hi! My name is Kalani and I’m a sterilization technician. I’ve been in the veterinary field for over 10 years, and I am very passionate about the health and care of animals. Outside of the veterinary world I have two dogs named Pickles and Zoey, together we enjoy the beach and visiting farmers markets. I’m blessed to be a part of a wonderful team here at All God’s Creatures Teaching Hospital & Surgery Center.
Ariella
Veterinary Assistant
Gabby
Veterinary Assistant
Hi, I’m Gabby! I’m born and raised here in San Diego. Ever since I was little I’ve loved animals. I grew up riding horses and being around many farm animals. I always knew I wanted to pursue a career in helping them, small or big. After I graduated from high school I attended Pima Medical Institute. I graduated and received my CVA and began working in a small animal clinic for about 2 years then moved on to emergency and worked there for 5 years. I love being in the veterinary field. Even though I had to step out for a few years, I’m now back in the field as a mom of two! On my time off I love enjoying time with my husband, my daughter and son. We love going to the beach, camping, and going to the desert. What completes us are our 2 border collies (Lyla and Lucy), 3 cats (Cheetoh, Niko, Chiqui), 3 chickens (Stella, Cookie, Valentine) and our cockatiel (Macho).
Nina
Veterinary Assistant
Hi! My name is Nina and I was born and raised in San Diego. With a passion for animal welfare and a drive to make a difference, I quit my desk job in 2019 and pursued a career as a Registered Veterinary Technician. Growing up surrounded by pets, I developed a deep empathy for animals and a desire to care for them. I successfully completed schooling from Platt College Alhambra and I am excited to embark on this rewarding journey and contribute to this amazing family at All God’s Creatures Animal Hospital. In my down time, I love to go to the beach, relax at home watching movies and eating delicious food with my kids Carly and Carlos and my three cats Fatty, Doodley and Ash.
Jamie
Veterinary Assistant
Hi, I’m Jamie! I’ve been a Certified Veterinary Assistant for six years, primarily in emergency medicine, where fast-paced patient care quickly became my passion. I’m so excited to join the team at All Gods Creatures and continue doing what I love.
At home, life is never boring — I have a tripod husky named Dahmer, a Shepherd mix named Aphrodite, two parrots, and a pink-toed tarantula named Ted.
When I’m not at work, you’ll usually find me making macramé plant hangers, taking a day trip to the mountains, hiking with my pups, or walking neighborhood dogs.
Rachel
Veterinary Assistant
Born and raised in San Diego, Rachel has always had a deep love for animals, sparked by watching Animal Planet as a child. Together with her husband, she is a proud pet parent to six Chihuahuas. With over two years of veterinary experience, Rachel continues to grow her skills at All God’s Creatures Animal Hospital.
When she’s not caring for animals, Rachel enjoys running her own small baking business, creating sweet treats that bring joy to others. As a Disney enthusiast, she also loves visiting Disneyland whenever she gets the chance, embracing the magic of the par
Delanie
Veterinary Assistant
Hi, I’m Delanie. For as long as I can remember, I’ve had a deep passion for working with animals. I’ve been in the veterinary field for two years and continue to expand my knowledge every day, with the ultimate goal of becoming a veternarian. From a young age, I knew that caring for animals was the path I was meant to follow.
I take pride in being a calm and compassionate presence for animals during stressful situations and a dependable, detail-oriented team member in fast-paced clinical environments. Whether I’m easing the nerves of a frightened pet, assisting with surgical prep, or supporting pet owners through challenging moments, I approach every task with empathy, care, and professionalism.
Outside of the clinic, animals are still a huge part of my life. I enjoy spending time with my three dogs, a horse, and a goat—who are truly my world. I also love getting outdoors, especially for hikes and lake days with my dogs.
Brianna
Veterinary Assistant
Hi everyone, I’m Bri. I graduated from UC Davis in 2024 with a major in Animal Science and aspire to become a veterinarian one day. I began working at a small animal hospital in 2022 as a veterinary assistant and since then I have gained experience in a variety of settings including an internship in medical oncology. I love working hands on in the field and continuing to learn and grow professionally has been an amazing experience. At home, I have a 2 year old tuxedo cat named Theodore and an 11 year old long haired dachshund named Coco. When I am not working, I enjoy spending time with my friends and animals!
Tati
Customer Service Specialist
Hafa Adai (Hello) my name is Tatieana. I’m a CSR and a passionate animal lover with a deep connection to veterinary care. Over the past 2 years I’ve worked in veterinary hospitals gaining invaluable experience and a strong commitment supporting animal health and their well being. Outside of my professional life I love spending it with my family hiking, taking trips to the beach, trying out new bakeries, restaurants and coffee shops and attending music concerts/festivals. I have a genuine passion to help others and enjoy cooking for my loved ones. I have a brindle pitbull named Diesel and a spotted crested gecko named Fiona to complete my family!
Crystal
Customer Service Specialist
I don’t have a memory of when animals were not a part of my life. Large (horses) or small (rats) and everything in between. My dream was to become a Veterinary someday but as one of six children to a single mom that was not to be. I did the next best thing and worked for 30 plus years in the animal care industry. This included the veterinary field, doggy daycare and helping train and care for service dogs in training. I love my clients and their pets like they are my family. I have two labrador retrievers that keep me busy hiking, doing agility, nose work and rally classes.
Madyson
Customer Service Specialist
Born and raised in San Diego, Madyson has always had a deep love for animals and a passion for providing compassionate care. She received her veterinary assistant certificate in 2021 and has been in the veterinary industry ever since. She is dedicated to helping pets live happy, healthy lives and treats every patient as if they were her own. Outside of work, Madyson enjoys going to concerts, spending time with friends, and hanging out with her dog, Calvin.
Sarah
Veterinary Call Center Representative
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At All God’s Creatures Animal hospital, our goal is to continuously improve the quality of life of our patients and the well-being of our community by providing high quality, cost effective veterinary health care that exceeds our clients’ expectations. Our staff is devoted to providing the best medical, surgical, and emergency veterinary care available.
