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Surgery Specialists on our team of staff veterinarians include Diplomates of the American College of Veterinary Surgery (DACVS). The hospitals at both of our facilities — in Salinas and Menlo Park — are equipped with state-of-the-art surgical suites. Open 24/7 – 365 days/year, our hospitals provide round-the-clock care tailored to each patient's individual needs, with veterinarians onsite at all times. Our outpatient clinics are ideal for minimally-invasive procedures, providing added safety and equipment not available in the field. Outpatient surgeries include complex dental procedures, laser mass removals and other standing surgeries. Surgical patients are always sent home w ith complete post-surgical care instructions. Emergency Surgery A surgeon and anesthetist are always on-call for emergency surgery, from colic to fractures. Our in-house labs can provide results in minutes for critical cases, rather than the overnight waits typical when using outside labs. We understand that emergency situations can be extremely stressful. Our knowledgable and compassionate staff will do their utmost to help you make informed decisions. Elective Surgery Common elective procedures include upper airway surgery, mass removal, laparoscopy, urogenital surgery, castration (regular and cryptorchid), as well as many others. Minimally-invasive laparoscopic-assisted techniques may be employed for procedures such as ovariectomy, cryptorchid testical removal or abdominal exploratory surgery. When general anesthesia is required, horses are dropped off the day prior for a presurgical/anesthetic assessment, and are discharged to go home when they are ready. > Find more information about surgery in the Resources section of our website...

Stephanie Hibbits DVM, DACVS Primary Clinic: Salinas Stephanie was born and raised on her family’s cattle ranch in the foothills outside of Yosemite. She grew up riding ranch horses, doing some barrel racing, and team penning with her family. Growing up around animals, Stephanie decided she wanted to be a veterinarian at a young age, even after watching a veterinarian do a C-section on one of her dad’s cows when she was only 5-years old. Board certified in Veterinary Surgery, Stephanie’s professional interests are lameness, soft tissue and orthopedic surgery, as well as emergency/critical care medicine and surgery. ​ When not working, Steph can be found enjoying outdoor sports, such as snow and water skiing, cycling, and hiking with her husband Gregg and son Ronan, as well as being a sports mom to Ronan’s many athletic endeavors. ​ Background: 2013 joined SCEC ​ 2010-2013 Central/Southern California, relief surgery and ambulatory services at various equine practices ​ 2007-2010 Pioneer Equine Hospital, Oakdale, CA, Associate Surgeon ​ 2007-2008 UC Davis Veterinary Medical Teaching Hospital, After-hours Emergency/Critical Care Surgeon ​ 2007 Board Certified in Large Animal Surgery with the American College of Veterinary Surgeons ​ 2006-2007 Peterson & Smith Equine Hospital, Ocala, FL, Staff Emergency & Critical Care Surgeon/Clinician ​ 2003-2006 Peterson & Smith Equine Hospital, Ocala, FL, Equine Surgical Residency ​ 2002-2003 Oregon State University College of Veterinary Medicine, Large Animal Surgery Fellowship ​ 2001-2002 Arizona Equine Medical & Surgical Centre, Equine Medicine & Surgery Internship ​ 2001 UC Davis, Doctorate of Veterinary Medicine ​ 1996 UC Davis, BS Biology Back to Veterinarians... >

Nicki Hansen Salinas Office Team Nicki was born and raised in Salinas. She started working at PenEq in 2018, after 20 years in the beauty industry. Everything seemed completely new, but she enjoys learning new things everyday, helping clients, and says that the very best part is making daily visits to our patients. Her “someday” goal is to actually get on a horse! Nicki's loves are her two boys, Casey and Aaron, her husband Pete, and her two dogs, Lola and Milly. Her favorite things in life to do are watching her son Aaron play football, spending summers on the lake waterskiing and wakeboarding, and being with good friends and family. Nicki also loves to bake and has a side business making custom sugar cookies. Back to Office Staff... >

Sunshine Silva Back to Veterinary/Pharmacy Staff... Veterinary Technician Primary Location: Salinas ​ Sunshine grew up in Prunedale, CA. In her spare time, Sunshine enjoys spending time with her family, camping, riding her horses and traveling. Sunshine enjoys being part of the Steinbeck Peninsula Equine Clinics team because it is her passion to work closely with animals.​ • 2014 joined SCEC • 2010-2013 Toro Park Animal Hospital, Technician • 2000 Bryman College, Dental Assisting • Back to Veterinary/Pharmacy Staff... >

Andrea Bushlow Back to Veterinary/Pharmacy Staff... Veterinary Assistant Primary Location: Salinas ​ Andrea Bushlow grew up in the Monterey/Carmel area and has been riding horses since she was 7 years old, starting in the Hunter/Jumper discipline and moving into ranch riding and then into eventing. Horses have always been her passion. Her parents thought it would be a phase, but it seems to have stuck. When Andrea was younger, she had always wanted to become a veterinarian... but then “life happened” and she pursued other careers, in education, mortgages, and managing a Starbucks, all while earning a Bachelor’s degree in Business from the University of Phoenix (online) and working with horses. Andrea has trained horses in the Central Valley, worked for her old trainer (Samantha Scanlan) in the Carmel Valley, and managed horses for local Olympic Eventer Lauren Billys Shady. Her favorite part of the job is the daily care and the related details including grooming, basic health care, and knowing every inch of the horses for which she is responsible. Andrea traveled nationally and internationally with Lauren and accompanied her horse Castle Larchfield Purdy (“Purdy”) from Carmel Valley to Aachen, Germany, and on to Tokyo for the 2020 Olympics. She got to know some of the local veterinarians quite well, including Dr. Laramie Winfield of Steinbeck Peninsula Equine Clinics, who encouraged her to apply for her current role as a Veterinary Assistant at SPEC. Andrea is also pursuing certification in Equine Massage. When Andrea is not working with horses, she can be found doing barn chores at the property she manages or riding a horse, there, named Olin. She says, “Olin is basically a giant puppy dog. His background is in Eventing and he’s letting me have fun experiencing cross-country — and we both pretend to like dressage.” Andrea has a white, 8.5-lb dog named Cookie who has been with her through all of life’s twists and turns since she traded a month of pasture for her when she was just a pup. Andrea also loves hiking and walking Carmel Beach, traveling, and exploring new places. >

Kate Brown Back to Veterinary/Pharmacy Staff... Pharmacy Assistant Primary Location: Salinas ​ Kate was born and raised in Salinas, and has had a love for animals since she can remember. She began working at a veterinary hospital right out of high school. After a few years there, she left to pursue a career in accounting and attend college. After working for almost nine years in the accounting field, Kate was offered an opportunity to work with animals again at Steinbeck, and she could not say no! Kate enjoys spending time with her husband and children, traveling and running. >

Back to News/Events... Join us via Zoom for: A Free Virtual Equine Education Event Thursday, April 1, 2021, 6:30 pm Equine Herpes Myeloencephalopathy Join us from the comfort of your home (via Zoom) on Thursday, April 1st. Dr. Nora Grenager will give an educational presentation to share important information with you about the clinical signs, prognosis, treatment and prevention of this contagious and potentially serious equine disease. ​ You'll find details below for joining this presentation via Zoom — on your computer, phone or other mobile device. We look forward to seeing you on Thursday, April 1st! Join on your computer: If you don't already have Zoom, please use the button below to download the application early, so you can join the live event on time. Meeting ID: 828 8212 3382 Passcode: 209832 JOIN ON COMPUTER Be sure to turn up your sound! Join on your phone or mobile device: Meeting ID: 828 8212 3382 Passcode: 209832 FIND YOUR LOCAL NUMBER One tap mobile: +14086380968,,82882123382#,,,,*209832# US (San Jose) +16699006833,,82882123382#,,,,*209832# US (San Jose) Dial by your location: +1 408 638 0968 US (San Jose) +1 669 900 6833 US (San Jose) +1 253 215 8782 US (Tacoma) +1 346 248 7799 US (Houston) +1 312 626 6799 US (Chicago) +1 646 876 9923 US (New York) +1 301 715 8592 US (Washington DC) >

Pharmacy Manager Primary Location: Salinas The Pharmacy Manager is responsible for managing all day-to-day operations of the pharmacy including inventory management across all areas of the practice, ordering, and receiving of all products and supplies, as well as arranging orders for veterinarians and clients and assuring proper controlled substance record-keeping and compliance. In addition, this position also provides oversight of inventory management with the pharmacy personnel at the Menlo Park location. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE: Oversee the pharmacy staff and various inventories to ensure the proper products, medications and supplies are available and maintained on-hand for the treatment and well-being of the patients. Ensure inventory management best practices are implemented throughout practice operations. Perform and oversee weekly audits for the designated top ten items as identified. Travel to ensure quality time is spent at both practice locations to assist with pharmacy operations and support the infrastructure as needed. Limit access to the pharmacy to only those employees designated to have such access and have signed the required documents. Determine minimum and maximum stocking levels in all inventory locations. Update stocking requirements as necessary. Maintain minimum and maximum inventory stock levels in all inventory locations, including ambulatory veterinarians' vehicles. Track medications and supplies needing to be ordered twice/week. Track office supplies needing to be ordered once/week. Maintain list of approved special order and compounded medications. Oversee access to, record-keeping of, and ensure compliance with federal, state, and local controlled substances regulations throughout the entire practice operations. Identify best supplier pricing through VetCove, or company-approved vendors. Assist lead veterinarian with monitoring incentive and rebate programs. Monitor inventory pricing changes and assist lead veterinarian with report generation, data analysis, and price updates. Assist with management of practice's online pharmacy as needed. Work with doctor to assure we have appropriate medications and inventory is available. Create purchase orders in practice management system, or via other means as designated. Place orders online using company-approved ordering system, or ordering system as designated. Receive inventory, reconcile shipping slips with invoices, restock pharmacy. Finalize purchase Invoices in practice management system, or via other designated process. Restock inventory stations and prepare inventory orders for veterinarians to restock ambulatory vehicles. Record inventory transfers from pharmacy to other inventory locations. Perform random cycle counts of inventory items/locations. Perform monthly, quarterly and annual inventory cycle counts as needed. Reconcile cycle counts to practice management system perpetual inventory. Maintain excellent relations with the clinic staff and veterinarians providing service and support as needed. Other projects as requested. Other duties as assigned ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS: Excellent time management skills and the ability to prioritize work. Attentional to detail and problem-solving skills. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Strong client service experience. Strong organizational and follow-up skills. Strong time management skills. EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE: High school diploma or general education degree (GED). Language Ability: Ability to follow oral and written instructions. Ability to write/document information and general correspondence. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from clients, managers, doctors, and other staff members. Math Ability: Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide, and to compute rate, ratio and percent; ability to convert units of measurement. Reasoning Ability: Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form. Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations. Computer Skills: To perform this job successfully, an individual should have intermediate computer software knowledge and keyboarding skills and knowledge of automated inventory management and billing systems. WORK ENVIRONMENT: The work environment/conditions characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Majority of time is spent in the office area, but some also out in the barns of the hospital. Limited exposure to blood, body fluids, or tissues. PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. DETAILS/BENEFITS: Full-time, hourly position — $22-$28 per hour Employer contribution to medical insurance Dental and vision insurance Health Savings Account Additional voluntary insurance options 401(k) with employer match Employee assistance program Paid time off and paid holidays Employee discount Referral program Back to Careers... TO APPLY: Please email your cover letter and resume to Human Resources... EMAIL RESUME TO LEARN MORE: Please email your inquiry to Human Resources... EMAIL QUESTIONS Steinbeck Peninsula Equine Clinics provides world-class equine healthcare. Our state-of-the-art hospitals, outpatient clinics and mobile services offer preventive, diagnostic, therapeutic and treatment services, in addition to medicine and surgery. We continue to expand our range of services, keeping pace with technology by acquiring leading-edge equipment and expertise. At Steinbeck Peninsula Equine Clinics, our core values focus on consideration for our clients, colleagues, and fellow team members. We cultivate collaboration by clearly communicating with clients, caregivers, and colleagues, respecting referring veterinarians and encouraging our own team members to engage in dialogue that fosters professional growth and personal work-life balance. We are fueled by and embody compassion in every interaction with our equine patients, as well as with all the people concerned and invested in their wellbeing. Steinbeck Peninsula Equine Clinics is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law. >

Travel Please call our office to discuss your travel plans as early as possible — at least 1-2 weeks prior to interstate travel and at least 2-3 weeks prior to international travel. Health Certificates A health certificate verifying that your horse is not carrying any communicable diseases may be required for travel across state lines or international borders. Although a health certificate is typically good for 30 days from the date of the physical exam performed by the veterinarian, it's always a good idea to check in with us whenever your horse travels to be sure your certificate is up-to-date. Since blood work and lab tests are likely to be needed, please plan ahead! Things to have ready for a health certificate examination: Horse’s barn name and show name, age, sex, breed, boarding location address, owner’s address, owner’s phone number, address of where the horse is going, day the horse is leaving, and the name, address and phone number of the hauler. The hauler must present all required documents when transporting your horse across state lines or international borders. Coggins Proof of a Coggins test, which checks for Equine Infectious Anemia, is required for transport into most U.S. states and many countries. Although rare in California, this disease, which is passed by insects, has no known cure. A simple blood draw is needed for the test and it takes 2-3 business days to get results back from the lab. >

Russ Peterson DVM, MS, DACVSMR, Cert. ISELP Director of Sports Medicine Primary Clinic: Menlo Park A native of Santa Barbara, CA, Russ earned his Bachelor of Science, Biology from Claremont Men’s College, Master of Science, Animal Nutrition from University of California at Davis, and Doctor of Veterinary Medicine from the University of California at Davis in 1979. Dr. Peterson played a key role in establishing veterinary supervision and standards for the AERC endurance competitions from 1979-1990. He quickly became sought after by many of the nation’s most prestigious associations. In 1984 he was active as a founder and board member of the Association of Equine Sports Medicine, in 1986 became a member of the UC Davis External Advisory Board, and in 1993 began service on the California Veterinary Licensing Board Exam Committee among others. In 1979, Russ co-founded Peninsula Equine, a 2-man Thoroughbred/Quarter Racing and Sport Horse practice, which quickly grew to be solely a Sport Horse practice within 2 short years. Since Peninsula Equine's inception, cutting-edge diagnostics and therapeutics have been a core principle. In that spirit, Russ was one of the founding members of ISELP (International Society of Equine Locomotor Pathology ), serves on the ISELP Board of Directors and continues to instruct at ISELP meetings both nationally and internationally. Although Dr. Peterson practices almost exclusively sports medicine now, he has perpetuated a desire to offer clients only the best of all the services available by hand-picking a team of vets and staff to offer complete care from wellness exams to the most complex of medical and surgical cases. What you might be surprised to learn about Russ: He’s a race car driver, competitive sailor and ex-rugby player, who is a grandfather of seven! Back to Veterinarians... >

Sofie ten Broek Back to Veterinary/Pharmacy Staff... Veterinary Technician Primary Location: Salinas ​ Sofie was born and raised in the Berkeley, California area, where she first developed her love for horses at age 3. While she enjoyed participating in other activities such as soccer and softball, her favorite pastime was barrel racing, which soon led to her joining the California High School rodeo team, learning to rope, and show cutting and reined cow horses. After graduating high school in 2018, Sofie completed her equine massage certification through Equissage California. She's currently working on her bachelor’s degree in Animal Science at Fresno State, and plans on following her passion for horses and becoming an equine veterinarian. In her spare time, Sofie can be found spending time with her family, friends, and her dog Kit, roping steers, or traveling to team ropings and barrel races. >

Hailey Everett DVM, cVA Primary Clinic: Salinas Dr. Hailey Everett grew up on a family farm in Soquel, California, helping care for goats and chickens, and farming fruits and vegetables. She developed a passion for horses at a young age, riding Hunter-Jumper and spending every spare moment at the barn. She competed in IEA and ISHA, and has also spent time riding gymkhana and starting a colt with Richard Winters. Her passion for horses led Hailey to pursue a degree in Animal Sciences at the University of Vermont and then earn her veterinary degree from Purdue University. Dr. Everett is also certified in Equine Acupuncture. Her professional interests also include high-quality wellness care, internal medicine, and emergency medicine. After completing her DVM, Hailey moved back to the Santa Cruz area to be closer to family and the coast. In her spare time, Hailey enjoys surfing, hiking, and spending time with her dog, Moose. Back to Veterinarians... >