Meet Our Staff

Dr. Jamie Ross, DVM

I am a New Mexico native. I was born in Ruidoso, NM and grew up mostly in Clovis, NM. I obtained a degree in animal science from NMSU in 2004 and went on to veterinary school at Washington State University and graduated with my DVM in 2008. I joined East Lohman Veterinary Clinic shortly after graduation. In 2010, I got married. In 2012 I had my first daughter and purchased the practice from Dr. Brown at the end of that year. My second daughter was born in 2018. I am happily married and my family means the world to me. I grew up on a farm and have always had a plethora of pets so I came to veterinary medicine with a lot of personal experience. I always tell people that I became a vet just so I could afford my own pets. I love what I do and I love my practice, my employees and my clients and their pets. I work my hardest to provide the best care I can and will continue to do so for as long as I can.

Dr. Jamie Ross, Magic Extraordinaire

With Dr. Ross, you should never fret.
She is a wizard when it comes to caring for your pets!

Dr. Deborah Cook, DVM

Dr. Deborah Cook has enjoyed practicing veterinary medicine here at East Lohman for thirty-two years. Originally from Alamogordo, she is a proud graduate of NMSU. Dr. Cook received her DVM degree from Colorado State University in 1989. When not at work, she enjoys spending time with her husband, children, and grandchildren. She also shares her home with 2 cats, 2 dogs, and a large tortoise. Relaxation comes in the form of quilting and working Sudoku puzzles.

Dr. Deborah Cook, the Great Enchanter

From frogs to hogs, Dr. Cook enchants many,
providing care and magical healing ability.

Deena Richardson, Veterinary Assistant

I have lived in Las Cruces, New Mexico since 1986. I graduated from New Mexico State University with a Bachelor's degree and have been in the veterinary profession for over thirty years.

Deena Richardson

No need to cast a spell,
Deena has mastered the Veterinary Tech field well.

Sylvia Torres, Veterinary Assistant

I am a New Mexico native. I graduated from NMSU in 2013 with a Bachelor of Science in Agriculture and a minor in Chemistry. I rescued/adopted my first cat, whom I named Captain Ameowica in 2015. Later on, in 2020, I brought home a 13oz kitten with no intention of keeping but Captain Ameowica’s heart said otherwise, and thus, little Agent Peggy Carter was welcomed to our home. My hobbies include cooking (challenging myself and discovering new recipes), gaming online, Disneyland, traveling (pre-Covid), and learning new things like playing piano, fly fishing, and so on. Possibilities are endless!

Sylvia Torres

Sylvia is a wizard of all trades,
from making healing potions to cleaning crates.

Merlinda Manning, Office Manager

I grew up in Doña Ana and graduated from Mayfield High School. I have two grown daughters, three granddaughters, and one grandson. I love spending time with my family. I share my home with several cats and dogs and have a special interest in Doberman Pinschers.

Merlinda Manning

Merlinda is kind and your trust she will earn,
One visit in and Family, you will turn.

Rae Manning, CSR/Veterinary Assistant

Hi! My name is Rae. I'm a dog mom of eight. My days consist of going to work and going home to relax with my fur babies. I hope to go back to school for business or engineering. But in the meantime, I'm saving up money and enjoying life.

Rae Manning

From kitties to snakes to labradors
Rae treats them like a treasure that's always yours

Nicole Munoz, CSR

My name is Nicole. I was born and raised in Las Cruces, New Mexico. I married my high school sweetheart in 2007 and we are raising two children of our own. I have worked in customer service for twenty-plus years and enjoy interacting with clients and their fur babies.

Nicole Munoz

Nicole will greet you and be your friend,
From the beginning of your visit all the way to the end

Jennifer Banuelos, Veterinary Assistant

Josh Arellano, Veterinary Assistant

Jayden Yazzie, Veterinary Assistant

Madison Fernandez, Veterinary Assistant

I am a dog mom of 2 and a cat mom of 2. My fur babies are the most important thing to me! So, going home from work and cuddling with them is the best part of my day.