MEET THE DOCTORS & STAFF

Dr. Jeri Dioguardi and Dr. Don Gehringer

Foothills Animal Hospital is a family-owned hospital. Dr. Jeri Dioguardi and Dr. Don Gehringer both grew up in Phoenix, Arizona. Dr. Dioguardi graduated from the University of Arizona in Tucson and Dr. Gehringer graduated from Creighton University. They met at graduate school in biochemistry at Arizona State University in 1980. Their mutual love of animals led them to veterinary school at Kansas State University. Dr. Gehringer graduated in 1987 and Dr. Dioguardi graduated in 1989. They both have practiced in Yuma since then. Dr. Dioguardi opened FAH in the Yuma East shopping center in 1991 and Dr. Gehringer joined the practice in 1997. The new, state-of-the-art facility in was built in1998. Their daughter, Dorothy Jean, was born in 1996. If they ever get any free time, they like to spend it traveling.

Colleen - Certified Veterinary Technician

Licensed in California in 1979 as a Registered Animal Health Technician, and in Arizona in 1983 as a Certified Veterinary Technician, it has been my privilege to work for Dr.  Dioguardi and Foothills Animal Hospital since the clinic was established. In my career as a licensed veterinary technician, I have worked at 2 other veterinary clinics, one in San Diego specializing in our feline friends, the other a mixed (large and small animals) here in Yuma. My hobby and my passion are my horses and my pets. I look forward to seeing you at the clinic.

Sandy - Veterinary Assistant

Hello, my name is Sandy. I'm a N. H. native, but I have lived here in Yuma off and on. Over the years, Dr. Gehringer and I have put in almost 20 years of working together. I have a wonderful daughter, Alyssa, and many of my own critters. I am pleased to be here, getting the chance to meet you and help keep your pets healthy and happy.

Paula - Veterinary Assistant

Hi, I'm  Paula, I have been a vet assistant at F.A.H. since Sept of 2004. I am from Santa Ynez, CA,  and was born and raised on a ranch. I attended Pima Medical Institute for Veterinary Assistant. I have been in the veterinary field for over 15 years or more. I have a  son ( Aaron ) who is a mechanic for his dad's shop and a daughter  (Ashleigh ) who just graduated high school and joined the Air Force , 2 cats and 4 dogs who keep me going non-stop! I love working for Foothills Animal Hospital; my co-workers and the doctors are the best.

Andrea - Veterinary Assistant

Hi my name is Andrea, I have been involved in the human dental field for many years. My love of animals has brought me into the Veterinary dental field. I am hoping I can help your pet keep their teeth and mouth as healthy as possible.

Jennifer - Veterinary Assistant

Hi I am Jennifer.  I have worked at F. A. H. since April,  I have worked in the human medical field for 15 Years and decided I would give animals a try.

 I was born and raised in Yuma and have spent most of my life here.  I am Married to Christian and have 3 children.  In my off time I enjoy my horses,  we are now down to 5.

Rebekah - Veterinary Assistant

My name is Rebekah and I started here in March of 2009. I am learning so much and enjoy meeting new people and their pets! This is my day job while I attend evening classes in the community counseling graduate program at NAU-Yuma. I also keep busy volunteering at New Life Pregnancy Center on my days off. I have been married to my husband Emmanuel, for almost 5 years and we enjoy spending time we our three dogs and three cats!

Lisa - Certified Veterinary Technician

                            I graduated from Mt. San Antonio College with a degree in animal science. I have earned 10  years experience at 2 different animal hospitals in the L.A. area until my husband of 10 years and 4 dogs and 1 cat, decided to get out of the rat race. Foothills Animal Hospital, DR. Dioguardi and DR. Gehringer  and staff    become my new veterinary home. We love Yuma and are here to stay, I am looking forward  to helping you and your pets.

Susan - Receptionist

Hi, my name is Susan. I  moved back to Yuma for the third time, thanks to the Marine Corp. and have worked at FAH since August of 2007.  I am married to an awesome Marine named Jay, and we have a beautiful daughter named Courtney.  We have 2 dogs, Sedona and Daisy, and 3 cats, Spooky Spike, Julie, and Noodles. I love being around all of the adorable animals, and I look forward to helping you and meeting your cherished family members.

Sandra - Receptionist

    Hello, I am Sandra. I moved to Yuma with my husband, Steve in 2005. I was a veterinary receptionist in Salem, Oregon for 7 years. Prior to that, I trained gun dogs and had obedience training in Idaho for many years. I look forward to meeting all of you!

Maria - Receptionist

Hi, my name is Maria. I am one of the receptionists at Foothills Animal Hospital. I was born in California, but raised in Yuma, AZ. I am a mother of two wonderful children named Luis and Brianda.  I love my job and hope to meet you and your pets!

Savannah - Receptionist

     Hi, my name is Savannah, and I started here at Foothills Animal Hospital in January  of 2010. I'm originally from Ogden, Utah. I moved to Yuma to be with  my husband Diego. I have 2 dogs and 1 cat . I love animals and can't wait to meet yours!                                                                 

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I will always be the hospital queen!