Meet The Team

Dr. Louisa Asseo grew up in sunny Southern California. As a child, her love for animals and a passion for science made the decision to pursue a career in Veterinary medicine a “no brainer”. She graduated with a bachelors in General Biology from UCLA, and then received her DVM degree from UC Davis in 2002. She has practiced in Contra Costa County since her graduation from Veterinary school.

In 2015, Dr. Asseo became a Diplomate of the American Board of Veterinary Practitioners with a specialty certification in dog and cat medicine and surgery. She continues to expand her knowledge of Veterinary medicine through attending continuing education and collaborating with local specialists to better help her patients.

An enthusiastic interest in exotic animal medicine has pushed her to dedicate some of her career focus to reptile and small mammal medicine and surgery.  She is an active participant in the international Association of Reptilian and Amphibian Veterinarians (ARAV) and currently co-chairs a committee for the ARAV.  She is also a member of the Association of Exotic Mammal Veterinarians.  Her focus and dedication to these special species had gained her recognition as one of the leading exotic veterinarians in the area.

To serve her local veterinary community, she has been on the board of directors for the Contra Costa Veterinary Medical Association (CCVMA) for the past 6 years and is the current president of the CCVMA.

She spends time with her sizeable rescue family of critters at home, including 3 cats, 2 dogs, a handful of reptiles - including a 22-year old blue-tongued skink, and a Meyer’s Parrot.  When she is not at home, Dr. Asseo spends her time kickboxing, running, scuba diving, and wine tasting. In 2014 she received her certification as a PADI Master Scuba Diver.

Dr. Becich graduated with a B.A. in Biology in 2013 from Pomona College in east Los Angeles, and received her DVM degree in 2018 from Tufts Veterinary School outside of Boston, Massachusetts. Since 2013 she has had the privilege of working with with Bioparque Amaru in Cuenca, Ecuador in zoo and wildlife conservation. Thanks to her Ecuadorian colleagues she speaks passable Spanish. She enjoys all aspects of wildlife, exotics, and small animal medicine.

Dr. Jennifer Lally is a 2005 graduate of the UC Davis School of veterinary medicine. She has a special interest in geriatric care and pain management and is currently working on obtaining her certification in veterinary acupuncture. 

Dr. Lally grew up in Huntington Beach, CA, but has lived in the Bay Area (other than a brief stint in Philadelphia) for over 20 years. Lally originally pursued a degree in English literature from UCLA, with the goal of becoming a college English professor, but after volunteering and working at the EastBay SPCA, she realized her true passion was veterinary medicine and she returned to school to pursue her dream. Dr. Lally lives in Benicia with her husband, two kids, four cats, and one poorly trained dog and loves hiking, coffee, and listening to live music.

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Irene was born and raised in the Bay Area and has been surrounded by animals her entire life. She majored in English at UC Davis, but it was no surprise when she became a vet tech 12 years ago. In 2011 she became an RVT. She is experienced in general practice, emergency, critical care, and internal medicine and loves the opportunity to work with the exotic animals that visit Oasis. 

In her free time, she enjoys watching horror movies, going on hikes, and spending time with her three perfect cats - Buffy, Dexter and Oswald Cobblepot

Samantha has been an RVT since 2013, graduating from the Mesa College Animal Health Technology Program. She is particularly passionate about anesthetic monitoring.

Born & raised in San Diego, Samantha moved to the Bay Area in September of 2018 after getting married. She lives with her husband, their cat Sparrow and young daughter.

In her free time, Samantha likes to travel, hike, and read while her husband fishes.

RosaNeva was born and raised in the Bay Area. At the age of 10 she assisted her American Bull Dog in whelping 13 puppies. With that, her interest in veterinary medicine was born. She earned her Associate Degree from Western Career College, and received her RVT in 2005. 

Her number one love and priority is her family:  2 boys, a pitbull, and the oldest of the children Doodie the cat. She loves to pass time staying active, gardening, and cooking.

A graduate from Carrington College, Audrey has lived most of her life in Vallejo with a passion and love for animals. Growing up, she always aspired to work in a veterinary hospital and is happy to share her passion with like minded people and help care for companion animals. 

Elizabeth started working in the veterinary field at age 19. She also holds a BA in Psychology. She is passionate about connecting with patients in a way that builds trust, so treatments can be completed with the least amount of stress possible. She also loves celebrating the personalities of all the animals she meets, finding what makes each of them special.

Elizabeth likes to spend her free time with her husband and daughter, along with their many pets. Some of her favorite activities include enjoying the California beaches and redwoods, doing just about anything that involves animals, volunteering, playing video games, wine tasting, listening to good music, and hanging out with friends.

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As a young child, Mei Lin Bruder grew up watching animal documentaries and veterinary shows. When she grew older, she volunteered at her local animal shelter, demonstrating her dedication to give back to her community and help animals in need.

In her free time she likes to exercise, go to the beach, hang out with friends, watch  movies, play board games or play with Fergie – the family dog.

Zoe Sanders grew up into a house full of animals, and knew she was destined to help them. In high school she volunteered at an animal rescue for 2+ years. She is currently a pre-vet student and enjoys the variety of patients she interacts with at Oasis.

When I’m not at school or working, she loves spending time outdoors in nature or hanging out with her friends, family, and pets.

J.C.'s long term goal is to become a veterinarian, a desire that emerged when he was 16 years old and his dog broke his leg. At that time, he could only afford an x-ray and cast. The leg didn’t heal properly and serves to remind him how he can make a difference in a pet and child’s life.

J.C. practices Brazilian Ju-Jitsu and used to run marathons. 

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Nikki grew up in Oakley, California. She has been in the Veterinary field for 19 years the majority spent working with Dr. Asseo.

Her favorite thing about her job is talking to clients and getting to know them. She loves building those relationships that last for years.

Nikki spends her time at home with her husband Phil and her 3 kids Philip, Valle, and Adrianna. She also has 3 furry kids named Samuel L. Catson, Colton G. Willikers, and Sox

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Hitch joined the Oasis team as a kitten in August 2017, after 'hitching' a ride to the hospital under the hood of a car. 

Hitch's primary duties include walking around the back areas of the hospital showing off his obnoxiously large and fluffy tail, stealing bugs from our reptile patients, and lounging on Dr. Asseo's desk on sunny afternoons. 

In addition, Hitch takes on many of the PR duties for the hospital, through his personal Instagram page at https://www.instagram.com/hitch_thehospitaltroll/.