Meet The Team
Our History
In 2015, the practice was purchased by Dr. Richard Hill. Sunnyside Veterinary Hospital maintains a small array of experienced Veterinarians who focus on wellness, comprehensive, and surgical care and treatment of small animals - specifically dogs and cats. In addition to our amazing Veterinarians, our team consists of a handful of skilled and passionate Certified Veterinary Technicians, Veterinary Assistants, Kennel Assistants, and Customer Service Representatives. Our team is dedicated to working together to provide the best quality care for your pet!
For many years, Sunnyside Veterinary Hospital has been a part of the community. We will continue to grow and strive to have many long-lasting relationships with clients and their pets. Thank you to everyone who has entrusted us with the care of your beloved furry family members over the years!
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Dr. Richard Hill - DVM, MS (Practice Owner)
Dr. Hill purchased Sunnyside Veterinary Hospital in February 2015. He received his Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees at Washington State University and graduated from the University of Illinois College of Veterinary Medicine in 2010. He enjoys being outdoors and traveling with his family.
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Dr. Amanda Tinsley - DVM (Associate Veterinarian)
Raised in Southern California, Dr. Tinsley spent ten years working at Veterinary clinics as a Technician before starting the Veterinary program at Oregon State University, where she graduated in 2006. During her time at OSU, she fell in love with the Pacific Northwest and decided to stay. Dr Tinsley has worked in emergency clinics, private practice, and in management at a local VCA Animal Hospital. One of her passions is to establish and maintain a strong connection with her clients in an effort to help them strengthen their human-animal bonds with their beloved fur babies. She also has an avid interest in Dermatology, Surgery, Animal Behavior, and Internal Medicine. Dr. Tinsley is known for her love of all creatures, but especially black cats; owning a few of her own, one sweet but shy tuxedo kitty, and one Pointer mix.
Being a veterinarian was her life’s ambition and is the only career she has ever wanted!
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Dr. Sandra Sherman - DVM (Associate Veterinarian)
Bio coming soon!
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Dr. Azeddine Menighed - DVM (Associate Veterinarian)
Born in Algeria but growing up in France, Dr. Menighed was guided by his passion for animal welfare and his belief that human and animal health are closely connected. He is dedicated to advancing this synergy through exceptional veterinary care. With over 20 years of experience, Dr. Menighed provides comprehensive medical and wellness care for pets, combining expertise with compassion. He is a member of the American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA), the Oregon Veterinary Medical Association (OVMA), and the California Veterinary Medical Association (CVMA). Dr. Menighed has volunteered with non-profit organizations both locally and in underserved regions worldwide.
In his free time, he enjoys coffee, watching soccer, volleyball, biking, hiking, camping, and traveling.
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Lori - Hospital Manager/CVT
Lori has been in the veterinary industry since becoming a Certified Veterinary Technician in 1984. She started her career in emergency medicine in California and was at the same clinic for 18+ years. When she moved to Oregon in 2002, she dabbled in equine medicine for about a year, but very quickly realized that her true passion was in small animal. She went back into general practice and has been doing that ever since. She worked at VCA and retired, only to find herself missing what she did and ultimately accepted a position at Sunnyside Veterinary Hospital in April 2021. She has held either a lead or a manager position for most of her career. Although she is the Hospital Manager, she fortunately gets to wear her CVT hat from time to time in her daily duties.
She has two dogs - a Puggle named Ned, and a Pug named Carlos, as well as a variety of aquariums with both fresh and saltwater features. When she is not at work, she enjoys spending time with her family, which includes several grandchildren. She also loves camping, fishing, boating, all crafts, including knitting, crocheting, and sewing, but she especially loves going on road trips or spending time at the Oregon Coast with her husband, where she hopes to officially retire.
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Tanya - Surgical Team Lead/CVT
Tanya became a CVT in 1999. She likes working out in her yard, fishing, glamping (camping), home improvement projects, reading, stained glass art, learning new things, and spending time snuggling with her fur babies.
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Derek - Support Staff Supervisor
Born and raised in the East and North SF Bay Area of California, Derek moved to the PNW in late 2002. He initially joined our team on a relief basis in May 2021, but came on full-time as of January 2022. With over 20+ years in the industry, Derek has experience in a wide variety of areas such as General Practice, Integrative Medicine, Oncology, Practice Management, Specialty Surgery, Emergency, and Cardiology, including leading two clinical trials for cardiac medications we commonly use in the industry today! He has also led Veterinary blood banks in both the greater PDX and Salem-Metro, or Linn-Benton County areas. Derek has also had the amazing opportunity to delve into a bit of Marine Biology, working with animals such as Sea Otters, Bala sharks, and Harbor Seals at the Oregon Coast, as well as some large cat medicine with Servals, Cougars, and a White Bengal Tiger at a private rehab/rescue facility in the South Clackamas County area.
Derek really enjoys teaching, particularly when it's heart-related, has a passion for employee growth and recognition, and for helping his entry-level peers in building both their knowledge and skillset. He holds several industry-related certifications in areas such as Nutrition, Infection Prevention, and both Basic and Advanced Life Support.
In his spare time, Derek enjoys the great outdoors - camping, hiking, biking, and bird watching, and is always looking for a new adventure to check off his list. He also enjoys a good movie (popcorn is a must), board games, listening to music, reading books, and spending time with his girlfriend and his kids.
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Aiden - Veterinary Assistant
Joining the team in the Fall of 2025, Aiden brings a heartfelt passion for animal care to our practice. She cites that it is her driving force and inspiration on a day-to-day basis to do the best she can in her work. Eager to ensure the standard of care is upheld, Aiden takes great pride in helping provide for not only the well-being of the patients but also our clients as well.
Outside of work, Aiden feels that there's no better place to be than the Pacific NW, as she enjoys spending time outdoors — camping with her 9-month-old Red Fox Lab, Kamper.
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Tessa - Veterinary Assistant
Tessa has been with Sunnyside Veterinary Hospital as a Veterinary Assistant since August 2019. She loves to learn and accomplish new tasks. Tessa enjoys the outdoors and loves to travel. In her free time, Tessa reads, explores new places, and loves to hang out with her husband, dogs, and her two little boys!
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Lexi - Veterinary Assistant
With a lifelong interest in Veterinary Medicine, Lexi is eager to meet you and your furry family members, and is equally eager to help keep everyone's pets healthy and happy! A valued member of our medical team, she brings such amazing and positive energy to our practice! Aspiring to become a credentialed Technician someday, Lexi is always seeking out ways in which she can build upon both her knowledge and skillset, and by doing so, is further fueled by her passion for being the best advocate for the comfort and care of our clients and patients.
Outside of work, she usually likes to go on long walks with her dogs, hang out with her family, or play board games with her friends.
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Brian - Veterinary Assistant
Native to Oregon, Brian has been practicing Veterinary Nursing in a variety of roles and clinical settings for over 20 years, now over half of his life. He loves what he does and is an avid advocate for the care and comfort of his patients.
In his spare time, some of Brian's other favorite activities include food creation and gardening.
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Gabbie - Veterinary Assistant/Customer Service Representative
A proud Oregon native, Gabbie is a dedicated Veterinary Assistant and member of our Customer Service team. Before joining the team, she worked at a boarding facility where she gained hands-on experience in animal care and learned the importance of creating a welcoming environment for both pets and their owners.
At home, she is a proud pet parent to one dog and three cats, which further fuels her passion for providing the best care possible. Outside of work, she enjoys unwinding with a good book or diving into her favorite video games.
Gabbie has proven that she is truly dedicated to making every visit as pleasant as possible, and is always happy to help both clients and their furry family members feel as comfortable and as cared for as possible!
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Terri - Customer Service Representative
Animals have always been a part of her life, an extension of family. Growing up on a farm, she experienced early on the strong connection we have with our pet family and the enhancements they make in our daily lives. She has 20 years of experience in the industry, with the majority of that time spent here in our community. She's excited to be a part of Sunnyside Veterinary Hospital and looks forward to reconnecting with clients and making new connections. She has a keen interest in animal nutrition and the key role it plays in preventative health. When not working, you can find her busy on an art project, gardening, camping with her husband, or hanging out at the barn getting ready for her next adventure with the horses.
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Jana - Customer Service Representative
While Jana has been a lifelong dog lover, this is actually her first role in the veterinary industry. She is excited to combine her passion for helping people with her love of animals. Jana especially enjoys greeting clients and their pets each and every day, and making sure every visit feels welcoming and stress-free.
In her spare time, Jana enjoys spending time training her own pups and learning more about animal behavior. She also loves music, cooking, and baking - especially when she gets to share her latest creations with her family and friends!
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Sierra - Kennel Assistant
Joining our team in the Fall of 2025, Sierra was finally able to take yet another step toward her dream of becoming a Veterinarian! She hopes to grow in the industry by advancing herself from her current position to one amongst the medical team, and eventually hopes to focus her attention on Equine Wellness and Rehabilitation. Sierra cites that helping animals is what she has always wanted to do, and that being able to join our team has affirmed what she has believed all along. She is excited to be able to experience things firsthand, work with the community, and use the opportunity to push herself even harder towards her goals.
Outside of work, Sierra dedicates a bulk of her time to advancing her education. When she's not hard at work or studying, she is an active member of her school's OHSET (Oregon High School Equestrian Team) and is excited by the fact that she was recently able to purchase the horse she has built a loving bond with over the last 5 years. In addition to spending time riding her horse, Sierra enjoys riding quads or dirt bikes with friends, or going on adventures and experiencing new things.
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