Meet Our Staff
Our Veterinarians
Dr. Randall Hees, DVM
Veterinarian
Dr. Katie Whitlock, DVM
Veterinarian
Dr. Katie Whitlock grew up on her family’s land in Alvin, TX where she spent most of her time outside with the animals. Dr. Whitlock graduated from The University of Texas with a bachelors degree in biology in 2019. She then graduated from the Texas A&M College of Veterinary Medicine in 2023. She has spent the last 2 years practicing mixed animal medicine and gaining valuable experience across a wide variety of species.
Dr. Whitlock has special interests in surgery, orthopedic medicine, and senior care. She is dedicated to providing compassionate, empathetic, and high-quality care to each and every patient.
Outside of the clinic, Dr. Whitlock enjoys spending time with her husband, family, her two dogs, and her herd of sheep! She also has a passion for cooking, traveling, and loves being outdoors.
Management
Sarah Thomas
Hospital Manager
Sarah has been in the veterinary field since 2010 and brings a wealth of experience and compassion to the clinic. She enjoys competing in AKC events with her Weimaraner, Freyja, and is passionate about animal training and care. In her free time, Sarah loves spending time outdoors, whether she's gardening or hiking through the woods. Her home is filled with animals, including two Chihuahuas, Lola and Piper, a cat named Skink, and a variety of farm animals.
Client Service Coordinators
Trinity Cooper
Client Service Coordinator
Kylie Falkenberg
Client Service Coordinator
Ashlynn Norris
Client Service Coordinator
Veterinary Technicians
Abby Miller
Licensed Veterinary Technician
Abby was born and raised in Houston, Texas. She is a recent graduate of the Lonestar College Veterinary Technician Program. She enjoys spending time with her family, friends, and fur babies.
Morgan Teinert
Veterinary Technician
Morgan joined The Oaks in September of 2022. She was born and raised in Katy Texas. Morgan is also a recent graduate of Sam Houston State with her Bachelors in Animal Science with a Concentration in Pre-Vet. In her spare time she loves to hang out with her family, friends, and her sweet lab, Angel.
Eric Johnson
Veterinary Technician
Abigail Zavala
Veterinary Technician
Camila Mera
Veterinary Technician
Anita Mcwilliam
Veterinary Technician
Originally from Scotland, Anita began her career as a paramedic, where she developed a deep passion for emergency care and helping others. After moving to the U.S., she followed her love for animals and transitioned into the veterinary field. Her experience in high-pressure medical environments brings a calm, capable presence to our clinic every day. Anita shares her home with four lively Standard Dachshunds who keep her on her toes and fill her life with wagging tails and endless adventures.