Meet Our Team in Lakeland, FL
At Parkway Veterinary Emergency Clinic, our team consists of experienced veterinarians and veterinary professionals dedicated to providing exceptional after-hours emergency vet care to the pet community of Lakeland. Each member has been hand-selected for their role and brings a wealth of experience and skills unique to them. We are proud of each of our veterinary staff members! Learn more about the team that is taking care of your pet throughout the night. If you have any questions, give us a call today.
Dr. Oscar Aguayo
DVM
Dr. Aguayo joined the PCAH family in July 2024. He attended the Faculty of Veterinary Medicine and Animal Husbandry of the National Autonomous University of Mexico, where he received a degree in Doctor of Veterinary Medicine and Masters in biochemical sciences. Dr. Aguayo was born in Mexico City. He enjoys scuba diving, jogging, reading and cooking.
Dr. Vanessa Navarro
DVM
Dr. Navarro joined our AVC and MSVC family in July 2024. She attended the National Autonomous University of Mexico, where she received her degree in Doctor of Veterinary Medicine and certification in Bovine Reproduction. Dr. Navarro was born in Mexico. She loves reading, photography and writing.
Rissa
Practice Manager
Rissa is an absolute animal lover from Lakeland, FL. Originally joining our team in 2017, Rissa’s goal was to gain better knowledge of veterinary emergency services. Rissa has definitely grown that knowledge and is a dedicated and hard-working member of our team. Rissa is used to working as a team being one of five children. Just like most of our team members, Rissa loves animals outside of work as well, having three dogs, seven cats, and usually fostering any number of rescue pets.
Renay
Veterinary Technician
Renay is originally from Prestonsburg, KY, and enjoys spending time with her fiance and son while running a zoo at home. She is excited to grow and learn within her role in the veterinary field. Renay is a lover of all animals; which includes owning a variety of species of reptiles, green tree pythons being her favorite. She has two Catahoulas named Arrow & Brew and even has a passion for fish tanks, too. Renay is currently in college to obtain her CVT, but has 5 years of experience, 3 of which is in general practice.
Makayla
Veterinary Technician
Makayla joins our team to continue to grow in the veterinary field. She is working on finishing veterinary technician school and becoming certified to pursue her dream job. In her free time, Makayla enjoys spending time in the pool and with her two fur babies, Ivy and Janda.
Natasha
Veterinary Technician
Natasha joined our emergency veterinary team as part of our very first assistant apprenticeship program. She has always dreamed of working with animals so this career opportunity to learn and grow with our team was perfect. And she also hopes to one day work with exotic animals. Natasha is from Port Huron, Michigan but now calls Lakeland home. She enjoys any activities that involve being outdoors. Natasha has a wonderful large family which includes animal family members as well. She has three dogs, four cats, and two birds.
Jessica
Veterinary Technician
Bio coming soon.
Nina
Veterinary Technician
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Riley
Veterinary Technician
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Hunter
Veterinary Assistant
Bio coming soon.
Alexis
Client Care Specialist
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Olivia
Client Care Specialist
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