Freeport Veterinary Medical Center
Veterinary Team
Veterinarians
Dr. Kody Goerdel, DVM
Education: Texas A&M College of Veterinary Medicine 2012
Dr. Goerdel was born and raised on a small cattle ranch just outside of Luling, TX. He grew up participating in his local 4-H and FFA clubs. An avid fisherman and outdoorsman, he enjoys quality time on the lake.
In 2005 he graduated from TAMU, then pursued his Masters in Public Health Administration at TAMU in 2007. A true Aggie by nature, he returned to complete his studies in Veterinary Medicine at College Station.
Following graduation, Dr. Goerdel spent his first year working in Decatur, TX at a high-volume mixed animal practice.
After honing his skills, he returned to his hometown area and practiced for two years at a busy mixed animal practice in Gonzales, TX.
He married his wife Dr. Amanda Rosborough shortly after their acquisition of FVMC.
Dr. Antonia Gallegos, DVM
Education: Oklahoma State College of Veterinary Medicine 2020
Hailing from Altus, OK, Dr. Gallegos has spent the last few years after veterinary school making Brazoria County her home. She attended Oklahoma State University for her undergrad and Veterinary School. Dr. Gallegos has special interests in large animal practice as well as soft tissue surgery. She especially enjoys eye enucleations and foreign body surgery. She is great at educating our clients and our staff about all things veterinary medicine. She enjoys training, hiking and traveling in her free time along with spending time with her dogs Tamsin and Bodacious.
Dr. Amber White, DVM
Education: Ross University School of Veterinary Medicine 2021
Clinic Year: Oklahoma State College of Veterinary Medicine
Dr. White is true to her roots originally from Freeport, TX she has a passion for education. From attending many schools to teaching, she is always ready to learn and pass on knowledge to others. She attended Brazosport College for her Associates of Science, Sam Houston State for Animal Science with a biology minor and Masters in agricultural science, then off to Ross University for Vet School and Oklahoma State University for Clinicals. She has special interests in client education, dermatology, and production of animal medicine. She says, “Keeping our food healthy keeps us healthy”. Her fur babies are listed here with no favorites of course is Cowboy Bo (Jack Russell), Miranda Lynn (Lab), Ginger Anne (Lab), Paxton Piggy Pancake (Boston terrier), and Artie Fartie (Feline). In her free time, she enjoys spending time with friends and family, traveling, and reading.
Dr. Shelby Crump, DVM
Education: University of Illinois College of Veterinary Medicine 2022
Dr. Crump decided the beach and sun were calling her name and joined us from the small farming community of Armington, IL.
She loves great food – her favorite being Tacos and traveling is her go-to activity.
When it comes to vet med, her favorite aspect is the cases that challenge you as a doctor to improve and be better than you were the day before.
She shares her home with two feline companions; Grace (pictured) and El who she’s raised for 13 years.
Dr. Kelsea Miller, DVM
Education: University of Missouri College of Veterinary Medicine 2023
Dr Richard Kaiser, DVM
Education: Texas A&M College of Veterinary Medicine 2024
Dr Kaiser, originally from Rowlett, TX, joins us as our newest Aggie teammate at FVMC! He attended TAMU-Kingsville for his undergraduate studies, majoring in Animal Science prior to his veterinary studies at A&M. He has a special interest in neurology, but is a true generalist at heart, happy to see an array of creatures from your brangus cow to your bulldog or bullfrog. He enjoys educating his clients about their pets, but also hearing the plethora of stories his clients have to share about his patients. During his free time he enjoys hiking, camping, reading and traveling – with a goal to travel to all 50 states. (his current tally sits at 33)!
Office Staff
Teresa, Practice Manager
When the going gets tough, the tough roll up their sleeves and get going!!! Teresa our fabulous office manager, technician, and floor installer extraordinaire wears all those hats! Teresa has been working in the veterinary field for over 21 years with 16 of those being at Freeport Veterinary Medical Center & Wild Peach Veterinary Clinic.
She’s a go-to for our team members and clients alike and can always be counted on to lend a helping hand. She excels in anesthetic monitoring, surgical assisting, and nursing care. Teresa enjoys learning new skills that she can incorporate into our daily clinical services.
Away from work, she enjoys watching her boys play baseball and football for her hometown Angleton teams.
Sam, Inventory Manager
Calling Lake Jackson, TX home, Sam has 2 cats names Kit Kat and Peppermint. She enjoys coming to work and spending time with her coworkers and animals. Sam is always one to step in a help fix things that need fixing. In her free time, she likes to spend time at home watching you tube and playing games on her Switch.
Veterinary Technicians
Taryne, Lead Technician
Attentiveness, reliability and genuine concern for an animal’s welfare are qualities that Taryne exemplifies. Taryne is one of our amazing Veterinary Technicians at FVMC! Taryne was born and raised in Silay City, Philippines. Her favorite aspects of working at FVMC include; performing dental cleanings, assisting with dental procedures, interacting with clients during appointments and caring for our hospitalized patients. Taryne has 2 dogs Max (pitbull terrier) and Spike (wire haired mixed breed). When not at work you can find Taryne with her husband Tyrone on the gulf course or pumping iron at the gym.
Meagan
Calling Brazoria, TX home, she has a mixed breed dog named Rouxphus (RU-FUS) that she loves and enjoys spending time with. Meagan loves learning new things every day. She started in reception and recently moving to a tech position. Meagan will jump in to help where it is needed. In her free time, she makes candles and wax melts.
Katy R
A long term resident of Brazoria County, Katy enjoys cuddling with her cat named Basil. She previously worked at our Wild Peach Clinic before taking a brief leave to be a mom and rejoined us after moving at FVMC. She enjoys working at FVMC because of the camaraderie of the staff and making friends with anyone she meets. She likes to be helpful where it is needed. She is a true chameleon and can come into any environment and make it colorful with her wonderful personality. In her free time, she likes to binge watch shows and eat nachos (like a true Texan).
Brittney
Lauren
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Congratulations, Lauren as she starts her journey to DVM – TAMU CVM Class of ’27!
Devin, CVA
Every day a group of attentive, caring and responsible kennel technicians are running the behind the scenes show. Technicians such as Devin are the ones that ensure our in-clinic animals are comfortable, healthy and happy. Originally from Sweeny, Devin joined our FVMC family in 2018.
He and his new wife Tori have three dogs to call their own; Wyatt (Great Pyrenese/Lab Mix), Willow (Pointer Mix) and Talia (mystery mix), in addition to their feline friend Angel.
Devin’s favorite aspect of working at FVMC is playing and socializing with our boarding, and where possible, hospitalized dogs. Outside of work he can be found in the kitchen were he enjoys cooking or playing video games.
Nichole, LVT
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Yaritza, LVT
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Hannah, LVT
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Shelby
Shelby rejoined the WPVC team in 2022 but has been working in the veterinary field since 2012. She graduated from Texas State University in 2016 earning a BSc in Animal Science and is currently completing her veterinary technician schooling. She loves educating clients and the fact that every work day is different and provides renewed opportunities to help make a difference in pets’ and clients’ lives. She loves having the ability to grow professionally by staying on top of new and developing medical practices and techniques. Her favorite aspect of working at WPVC is the diversity of species we get to work with alongside a group of doctors who have ample amounts of compassion for all of our patients. Though she has experienced a variety of different practice environments, she enjoys the smaller, more intimate environment that WPVC offers, allowing for the creation of close bonds with clients and their fur babies. Her own furry household includes a cat (Meowster), a rabbit (Rorschach), and her horse (Candy). Outside of work she enjoys adventuring/exploring across the country with her husband, horseback riding, and spending time with family.
Brooklyn, CVA
Jessica
Kayelyn
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Gabriella
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Brynlee
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Kennel Technicians / Veterinary Assistants
Anna, Lead Kennel Technician
Raised in Brazoria, TX she has her several favorite fur babies including; Willie (terrier mix), Jill (Mixed dog), Miley (German shepherd), and Koda (horse). She likes to come to work and help her coworkers and to be around animals. She is always willing to lend a helping hand and to put a smile on your face. In her free time, she likes to read, and doing anything outside from yard work to building things.
Trianna
Jocelyn
Anya
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Evan, CVA
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Joleen
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Lauren
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Bella
Brianna
Customer Service Reps
Roxanne
Katy L.
Cherise
Certified Groomer
Tricia
Grooming Services for Canine and Feline Clients
Born in Michigan, raised in California, Tricia received her groomer certification from the California school of dog grooming. She has two canine children waffles and tater, and one human child. Tricia has been grooming dogs for over 16 years. She is passionate about senior pets and taking time to be delicate in caring and grooming them. In her free time enjoys relaxing in her pool and trying new things from going to the world’s largest bouncy house to treetop zip-lining. She is down to earth with a great sense of adventure.