He is a second generation Arizona native and a proud graduate of Madison Simis Elementary and Central High School in Phoenix. He completed his undergraduate education at Occidental College in Los Angeles and received his Doctorate of Veterinary Medicine at Colorado State University in 1985.

He joined the Bell Ridge Animal Hospital Staff in 1991 and have witnessed its growth through three remodels to its current 3600 square feet, addition of boarding services and evolution into a three doctor plus practice. The goal of the doctors and staff of Bell Ridge Animal Hospital is to provide exceptional veterinary medical care and service to our patients and their families that entrust us.