Lindsay Croom, DVM

Dr. Croom graduated from the University of Georgia in 1991. Her passion is integrating alternative care with traditional medicine. She became certified in acupuncture from Colorado State University in 2002, and in chiropractic in 2006 from Options for Animals of Chiropractic College in Kansas. Dr Lindsay incorporates alternative medicine, (including herbs), with traditional medicine in treating your pet. She enjoys spending her extra time in canine herding and agility events.

Stephanie "Stephie"

Registered Veterinary Technician and Office Manager

She has been working in the field since 1993 and has been licensed since 1997. She has been employed with Ripon Vet since October of 2004. In 2012 she was promoted to Office Manager, and has been growing in that position ever since. She uses her passion for people and animals to provide excellent customer service.

Jessalain

Lead Registered Veterinary Technician

Jessalain joined us in August 2026. She’s been a Registered Veterinary Technician for 17 years and has spent most of those years serving as lead technician. Jessalain has developed a special interest in veterinary dentistry and exotic animal medicine. She enjoys continuing to expand her knowledge while supporting and mentoring veterinary professionals and helping those around her grow in confidence and experience.

Monika

Veterinary Technician

Monika has been in the field of veterinary medicine since 1998. She has been part of our team since 2014.

Sarah

Veterinary Technician

Sarah has been in the veterinary world for about 13 years. Grew up around animals her whole life. She has been at RVH since 2024. She has a sweet angel baby dog named Billie that she rescued when she worked at another hospital. Billie is now Sarah’s reason for existence.

Sylvia

Registered Veterinary Technician

Sylvia has always loved animals, worked at pet stores when I was younger. She graduated tech school in 2011. She worked GP and UC for 7 years then worked ER for 6 years. She has two big dogs.

Cassie

Veterinary Technician

Cassie has been in the animal field since 2018. She studied veterinary technology at MJC and aspires to become an RVT soon. Right now, she spends her days with her two dogs at home and her 1 year old.

Robin

Receptionist

Robin joined our team in April of 2015. She has been in the field since 1996! Her goal is to make sure that your visit was pleasant and that all of your questions were answered. She strives to have excellent customer service.

Loretta

Receptionist

Loretta joined us in 2018. She’s been in the field since 2002! She’s eager to help you and greet you with a smile when you walk in the door. Her laughter is contagious and will warm your heart.

Amanda

Receptionist

In 2019, Amanda joined our team with knowledge in the veterinary field and wanting to enhance her knowledge and grow. She enjoys helping direct clients with their questions and concerns for their fur-babies.

Regel

Receptionist

Regel joined Ripon Vet in April 2024. She has been in the vet field since 2019. In her spare time, she likes to spend time with her dog and two turtles.

Christina

Receptionist

Christina joined us in August 2026 and has been in the field since 2020. She loves that she gets to work the best of both worlds helping people and their fur babies. While not at work, she spends her time running after her two boys, four cats, and rescue dog.

Tammy

Kennel / Veterinary Assistant

Tammy joined us in July of 2015 with a lot of experience! She has been in the field since 1998. Tammy is natural at nurturing for the care of animals. You will see her assisting the doctors in the rooms, helping with boarders, and helping with surgeries.

Emily

Veterinary Assistant

Emily joined us in 2024 but has been working with animals since 2021. She loves her cat and caring for all the furry friends that come in. In her spare time she enjoys going to the gym and reading.

Delaney

Veterinary Assistant

Delaney joined us in May 2025 and is a recent graduate from UC Davis with her degree in Animal Science. She received her veterinary technician certificate in May 2026. In her free time, she likes to travel and go out with friends.

Isabela

Veterinary Assistant

Isabela joined us in July 2025 and is a recent graduate of the MJC Veterinary Technology Program, She’s spent the last two years working in veterinary medicine. She has a special love for horses and enjoy caring for animals of all kinds, treating every fur baby like family.

Brianna

Veterinary Assistant

Brianna joined us in June 2026 and completed the vet tech program in Spring 2026 and received a small animal certificate during that time. She’s now working towards her A.S. degree. This is her first job in the veterinary field. She hopes to become a technician and be certified by the state. Brianna loves dogs and horses.

Marina

Veterinary Assistant

Marina joined us in August 2026 and has been in veterinary medicine for 8 years. She is a big cat lover and is very passionate about helping all the sweet babies.

Ryean

Veterinary Assistant

Ryean joined Ripon Veterinary Hospital in August 2026. She’s been in the veterinary field since 2023 and is currently taking classes towards her RVT license. In her free time, she likes to be at the farm with her two dogs.