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What would characterize the ideal Practice Manager at a Veterinary Cardiac Hospital? A love of animals? Many years’ experience? Someone who truly cares? We’re pleased to say that our own Erick Kabler fits all these descriptions and more.

Erick received his veterinary Emergency Room and Intensive Care training at the University Of Florida. He managed a busy ER for 10 years prior to joining our practice. But unlike the emergency environment, VetCCC gives Erick the opportunity to form longer relationships with patients and their families. This is a profound difference Erick loves. In addition to his technical skills, he is strong on the business side, with a servant leadership style which benefits the entire team.

He stays busy outside the office, too. Erick is a pilot, scuba diver, nature enthusiast, and—most importantly—the cool dad to his four children: Little Henry, Ava Lilly, Ethan Jade, and Hannah Rose. And let’s not forget Myam the cat, and his favorite turtle, Donatello.

Erick signs his emails with the title, “Proud Practice Manager.” We’re pretty proud to have him on board here as well.

Ashley joined us in 2014 as a Client Service Representative She is now our Client Service Supervisor. She was born and raised in South Florida. Ashley attended Coastal Carolina College for her Associate’s Degree in Science. She is constantly striving to improve the quality of customer care for our practice and manages our social media. Ashley is fortunate enough to be the mom to a wonderful little boy, two cats, KeeKee and Storm Trooper. As well as a few amazing dogs, Cooper, Randy, Girl, Whitey, Roach, and Pistol. Outside of work, Ashley spends a lot of time with her family, snuggling with her dogs and cats, at the beach or outside!

Marlise Alvarez may have been born to be a veterinary nurse. Her love for animals, experience caring for them, and education in the field are huge.

During an externship at the Animal Recreation and Rehabilitation Center, Marlise studied rehab, acupuncture, underwater therapy, cold laser therapy, and more. She’s well versed in everything from pharmacology to the unique treatments of both large animals and exotics. And as if all that isn’t enough, Marlise has five pets of her own.

Marlise loves VCCC because she gets to see cute patients every day and help prolong their lives. Marlise has a great sense of humor, a big heart, and a sense of adventure—always open to trying something new. At home you’ll find Marlise drawing, listening to music of all types, gardening, and of course playing with Remy, Mojo, and Stella, her dogs, and her cats Zebra and Astrid.

Ethan Cabrera has a passion for learning, because he loves simplifying complicated concepts and explaining them to others in ways that are easy to understand. Combine that with being the owner of two dogs and two cats, and you have a solid formula for a successful career in the veterinary field.

With degrees in both Biological Science and Epidemiology, plus a certificate in Veterinary Assisting, Ethan skillfully serves VCCC’s patients as a Veterinary Nurse on his way to aspirations of ultimately attending vet school.

A rare Florida native, he takes time out from his occupation to indulge in two favorite hobbies: woodworking and candle-making.

Ethan wants everyone to know that in his opinion, the workflow, quality of life, environment, and people of Veterinary Cardiopulmonary Care Center are tops in the industry. Of course we agree and appreciate Ethan’s part in making that a reality.

VCCC takes client care seriously, and that’s a value shared by Client Care Coordinator, Jessica Santacruz.

Jessica began her career in the veterinary field in 2016, and came on board with our hospital in 2019. She loves working in the cardiopulmonary field because each patient is unique. She also loves Asian food, being outdoors, exercising, reading—and of course her two adorable cats, Bentley and Bella.

Although Jessica has called south Florida home for over 20 years, she’s also lived in New York and Colombia. A seasoned traveler who enjoys all kinds of new experiences, Jessica’s favorite destination is Costa Rica.

Rachel Panarites is a Client Care Coordinator for our hospital. She absolutely loves taking care of animals and serving their owners.

Rachel graduated high school in 2012, went into the veterinary profession right away, and never looked back. She joined the VCCC team in early 2020, based on a strong desire to expand her knowledge in the fascinating specialty of cardiology.

Her personal life revolves around animals as well. Rachel has two pets: Moo, a beautiful Labrador, and OC, her cat. What’s more, she’s an avid equine barrel racer. And whenever possible, Rachel takes advantage of the south Florida lifestyle and heads to the beach.

Vet CCC team member Xiomara Lou is known as “Xio” by her friends and “Z” by her co-workers. However, our clients know her as a caring Nurse Assistant who has worked with animals since 2015 and loves every moment of it.

Xio graduated with a Bachelor’s in Biology from FAU and plans on continuing her education to fulfill her dream of becoming a Veterinarian. Working in cardiology appeals to her because it extends the lives of patients, giving owners additional years with their little ones, and it provides Xio with exposure to specialty animal medicine.

Her position at our hospital allows Xio to do what she loves: learn more about animal medicine and be surrounded by cats and dogs! When Xio is not at work she enjoys going to the gym, tanning at the beach, or grubbing out. But there’s nothing Xio likes more than to just hang out with friends, family, and of course her cat, Kilo!