San Jose Team
Monica Chu, BVetMed
Veterinarian – Monica Chu Dr. Monica Chu grew up in SF Bay Area and worked as a SCUBA Dive Master in Monterey prior to changing careers to veterinary medicine. Dr. Chu graduated from the Royal Veterinary College and is committed to providing your pets with the best possible care. She has an interest in working … Read moreMonica Chu, BVetMed
Marisa Salazar
Receptionist – Marisa Salazar Marisa is the original receptionist at Wildwood Veterinary Hospital. She has been with Dr. Welsh on and off since 1998. A native of San Jose, she has always loved animals. She always had a variety of animals, cats, hamsters, dogs, turtles, fish and even a pet moth. As one of Jehovah’s Witness, … Read moreMarisa Salazar
Rachael Litzinger
Practice Manager – Rachael Litzinger Rachael has been an animal person from birth, growing up in a household with a rottweiler, five cats, and 4 guinea pigs, things were always crazy. Although Rachael has a soft spot for dogs and cats, other animals are always welcome. Currently, she has two cats, Gwen and Merlin, and a … Read moreRachael Litzinger
Jenn Arroyo
Veterinary Assistant – Jenn Arroyo Jenn joined Wildwood in 2021 as a Receptionist. Before she joined Wildwood, she would volunteer at the Humane Society as a medical assistant. She earned her Veterinary Assistant certificate in June 2022 and is currently attending Foothill College for her RVT license. Her interests are binge-watching shows, listening to music, attending … Read moreJenn Arroyo
Cindy Chou
Veterinary Assistant – Cindy Chou Cindy has always had an interest in animals for as long as she can remember. She would study and observe many species of animals for hours—especially exotic animals—from reptiles, fish, and aquatic creatures. After entering the Education field with a concentration in Biology, she realized that she wanted to work with … Read moreCindy Chou
Danny Rodriguez, RVT
Registered Veterinary Technician – Danny Rodriguez Danny is a RVT graduate from Foothill College, where they received an associates degree in veterinary technology in 2024 and joined the Wildwood team shortly after. Prior to obtaining their RVT licence, they volunteered and worked in a shelter setting with small & large animals, pocket pets, and exotics … Read moreDanny Rodriguez, RVT
Piper Thomas, RVT
Registered Veterinary Technician – Piper Thomas Piper joined Wildwood in 2021 as an assistant while finishing her veterinary technology program, she has obtained her RVT license from Foothill College. She has two dogs at home, Koa & Lilo. In her free time, she enjoys watching tv/movies, and camping.