Meet Our Veterinary Team

Meet the veterinarians and team at Stitches Veterinary Surgery! We’re pleased to provide exceptional vet care for your pets!

Get to Know Our Veterinary Team

We are solely dedicated to your pet’s care! We look forward to getting to know you, and we hope you’ll take the time to scroll down and get to know us.

Our Staff

Dr. Courtney Campbell
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Dr. Courtney Campbell

DVM, DACVS (Small Animal), Board-certified Small Animal Veterinary Surgeon

Dr. Courtney Campbell is a board-certified surgeon, author, and veterinary media correspondent. Dr. Campbell is dedicated to quality pet care and has a deep passion for education. His mission is to foster genuine connections with clients, patients, and the veterinary community.

Dr. Campbell’s love for animals blossomed in bucolic Burlington, Connecticut. Surrounded by diverse wildlife and a menagerie of pets, a spark ignited on his tenth birthday with the arrival of his first puppy. That’s when the dream of becoming a veterinarian took root.

Dr. Campbell has completed three rigorous internships and a surgical residency. His focus is orthopedics, soft tissue surgery, and minimally invasive surgery including arthroscopy. Dr. Campbell’s commitment to learning extends beyond the operating room. He actively shares his knowledge through lectures and continuing education programs. His goal is to make scientific knowledge and pet health information readily available to everyone. He is committed to making the veterinary profession more inclusive for all. Dr. Courtney is a passionate advocate for animal health and a compelling voice for pet lovers everywhere.

Missy Manlove
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Missy Manlove, BS, RVT, CVPM

Practice Manager
BS, RVT, CVPM

I received my BS from UC Davis in 1998 in Avian Sciences (yes, bird science!). After working a few years in both exotic animal and specialty hospitals, I gained my Registered Veterinary Technician certification in 2001 and then became a Certified Veterinary Practice Manager in 2017. The majority of my career has been in Specialty Medicine, and Stitches has taught me to have a particular love for surgery! In my free time, you will find me camping with my family and my dog, Hunter, a giant Standard Poodle, who is my pride and joy!

Starr O'Dwyer
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Starr O’Dwyer

Doctor’s Assistant

I started in the veterinary field in 2019 as a receptionist and shortly later, became a Doctor’s Assistant in 2020. I have experience working in general practice, emergency/critical care and exotic animals. I found a love for this field over the years and plan on going for my RVT license in the future. Outside of work, I enjoy playing with my 2 Boxers (Axel and Roxy), my Havanese (Bentley), and spending time with friends and family.

Tierra Zampa
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Tierra Zampa, RVT

Registered Veterinary Technician

I have been in the veterinary field since 2013. I became a registered veterinary technician in 2020 and am interested in becoming a practice manager one day. Animals have always held a special place in my heart and I currently have two sweet Labrador boys at home. Outside of work, you can find me spending time in the gym, at the river, or in the desert.

Arlena Romero
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Arlena Romero

Veterinary Assistant

Hi, my name is Arlena. My veterinary path all started in 2013 at a general practice hospital working as a receptionist while becoming a certified veterinary assistant. I have gained lots of experience as a surgical assistant, while realizing I have a passion for all things surgery! In my free time, I enjoy the outdoors with my loved ones and my dog, Maestro.

Nikki Navarro
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Nikki Navarro

Sterilization Assistant

My name is Nikki and I have always had a love for helping animals. I started my veterinary path in 2022 when I attended to OCVAS and began studying to be a doctors assistant. After graduating, I have been able to experience working with many animals in different fields and found my passion is for surgery. I love that I am able to be involved in saving animals and also being able to tell their owners that no matter what, their animal is getting the best of care. In my free time, I enjoy art or crafting and spending time with my own animals.

Jaleen Perez
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Jaleen Perez

Front Office

Jaleen is in the veterinary medicine field with a growing passion for animal advocacy. She dreams of working in animal rehabilitation one day, but loves helping give pets a higher quality of life any way she can. Jaleen has a furry best friend, a Shihpoo named Kiwi! On her free time, Jaleen enjoys movie nights, crafting, thrifting, and experimenting in the kitchen.

Liz Rosa
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Liz Rosa
Front Office

My passion for animals started at a young age and led me to a fulfilling career in veterinary medicine spanning over 20 years. I’ve gained valuable experience in both general practice and specialty clinics. When I’m not working, I enjoy spending quality time with my beloved pet and taking walks in the park.