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OUR TEAM
Dr. Elise Dunphy, VMD, CVC
Dr. Elise was born and raised in Pennsylvania, (the Philadelphia side, not the Pittsburgh side), where she received her bachelor’s degree in Animal Sciences with an Equine Science minor from Penn State (Love Ya Lions!). She went on to earn her VMD from the University of Pennsylvania in 2010.
After a particularly cold snowmageddon winter, she moved out to Arizona for an internship, never imagining she would meet her husband and end up staying in the sunny southwest. He has since taught her everything she never needed to know about rodeo, bull riding, and Star Wars.
An equine practitioner at heart, she spent the last 10 years in mixed animal practice, working on everything from dogs and cats to horses to the occasional alpaca. She has developed a passion for sports medicine, treating working dogs and rodeo animals alike. While she primarily practices Western medicine, Dr. Elise is very interested in Complementary Medicine, becoming AVCA certified in Animal Chiropractic in 2013, and currently working towards Acupuncture certification. When she isn’t working, you can find her home on the ranch in Wickenburg with her husband Jake, their 2 sons Guy and Sean, and their menagerie of dogs, cats, horses, and bucking bulls. She loves baking and all things Disney!
Madison Lea Phillips, DVM
Dr. Madison Phillips was born in Maumelle, Arkansas but grew up in Texas, Maryland and finally Arizona. She grew up in the east valley where she graduated from Mountain Pointe High School. She graduated from Northern Arizona University in 2010 (Go Lumberjacks!) where she received a Bachelor's degree in Biological Sciences with an emphasis on genetics and biochemistry. She received her doctorate in veterinary medicine as the inaugural class of 2018 from Midwestern University- Glendale College of Veterinary Medicine.
Her primary interests in veterinary medicine are gastroenterology, nutrition, internal medicine, and public health. Dr. Madi is a member of the Arizona Veterinary Medical Association as well as the American Veterinary Medical Association. She is currently working towards certification as a Veterinary First Responder to provide aid and assistance in the face of state natural disasters.
Dr. Madi is married to her husband Nate who is a doctor of physical therapy in Scottsdale, with an “angel” son above named Grayson, along with two dogs (Dixie and Hemi) and two cats (Tabitha and Blackjack Daniels). Dr. Madi and her husband enjoy Motocross, exploring the outdoors while geocaching, Crossfit, and SxS UTV’s. She is also a member of the Arizona Winds Concert Band where she plays oboe every week. Her goal is to lead by example through faith and be a light to others.
Gina Lee Finney, DVM, MBA, CHPV
Dr. Gina was born and raised here in North Phoenix. She started working in the veterinary field in 1996. Dr. Gina pursued her veterinary education abroad attending both Ross University Veterinary School in Saint Kitts and Nevis and St. Matthew’s Veterinary School in the Cayman Islands. Dr. Gina spent her clinical rotations at Oklahoma State University Teaching Hospital in Stillwater, OK, and graduated with her DVM in 2009 from St Matthew’s University. Three years later, Dr. Gina went on to earn her MBA in medical management. Dr. Gina has a passion for helping pet parents with geriatric pets or pets who have been diagnosed with incurable diseases as she is one of Arizona’s first veterinarians certified in veterinary hospice and palliative care (CHPV). When not practicing, Dr. Gina enjoys spending time with her husband, Gerry, her three young children, her 2 dogs, Poppy and Rory, and her tortoise, Mr. T.
Leigh – Practice Administrator
Leigh began working in the veterinary field in 1995, working part-time as a receptionist while attending college for Medical Laboratory Technology. After earning her degree, she realized that her heart belonged more in animal medicine and received her Veterinary Technician certification in 2001. She has been working in the field ever since and comes to Valet Vet with over 10 years of veterinary management experience.
Born and raised in Wisconsin, Leigh headed south to sunny Arizona in 2012 with her husband and a car full of pets. They are SO happy to not be shoveling snow anymore! In her spare time, you’ll find Leigh hiking, working out, or reading. She and her husband are self-proclaimed “wine snobs” and enjoy discovering new vineyards that are popping up throughout the state. They also routinely go camping with their 2 energetic pittie pups, who love hiking, swimming, and riding in the ATV
Raeann – Technician, Operations
Raeann was born and raised in Phoenix, AZ! She knew from a young age, that animals were her passion. In her sophomore year of high school, her family found and took in a little puppy that ended up coming down with parvovirus. She found her calling when the veterinary staff was able to successfully treat and save her little Lily-Pitt. Raeann graduated from Kaplan College with her Associates in Occupational Studies in November of 2011 and has been loving working in the field since then. In her spare time, she loves spending time with her family; her husband (Skyler), son (Tatum), 2 dogs (Chase and Eleanor), 3 cats (Ace, Jackson, and Cedric), and ball python (Oliver). She also enjoys all things Harry Potter and Minnesota Vikings. SKOL!
Gina -CVT, Office Coordinator
Gina grew up in the Monterey Bay area of California. She has always loved the animal world. Gina graduated from the California State University of Fresno with a Bachelor of Science in Pre-Veterinary Animal Science. She has been actively working in the veterinary field since 1998 and has volunteered at the Monterey Bay Aquarium preparing meals for all the different animal exhibits. Gina moved to Arizona in 2008 and became a CVT in 2013. She has had 18 years of experience, not only as a pet care provider but as a client relationship specialist. She believes that the pet parents are just as important as the fur kids. When not working she enjoys gardening, running, cooking, and spending time with her siblings and extended fur family.
Alley - Lead Technician, Surgery Coordinator
Alley has been in the veterinary field for 9 years. She enjoys working with all types of animals but enjoys working with large dogs and cats the most. Alley graduated from Anthem College in 2011 with an Associates in veterinary technology. Alley is from Farmington, New Mexico, and has lived in the valley for the past 10 years. Alley has 2 furry pets of her own, Penny a 1yr Old English sheepdog and Squeaky, a 6yrs old grey kitty. In her spare time, she loves spending time with her 3 human babies and her husband.
Lauren – Technician
Lauren began working in the Veterinary field in 2012, she started out as a kennel attendant and knew then, that this was the career path for her!
She loves working with all kinds of animals and has a few of her own.
She has lived in Arizona all her life and in her spare time, likes to travel all over the state to site see, hike & camp.
Monica – Technician
Monica has been in the veterinary field since February 2020, she attended Pima Medical Institute and graduated from their Veterinary Assistant Program. Monica has loved animals since she was a little girl and has always considered her own pets family. It’s only a dream come true to not only work with them but help them and their parents. In her free time, she really loves spending time with her boyfriend, their baby girl, and their 2 fur babies. She really enjoys traveling, and making new family traditions and memories with her little family.
Feliciana- Technician
Feliciana was born and raised here in Arizona. She has been in the veterinary field since 2016 after finishing her Veterinary Assistant certification with Pima Medical Institute. She joined the Valet Vet family in March of 2022. Her love for animals and passion for helping them has made this job even more fulfilling. She is a cat mom to 2 kitties, Gracy and Larry. In her free time, she loves spending time with her family and binge-watching new shows with her husband.