Our Veterinary Team in San Marcos, CA
From our veterinarians to our support staff, everyone at Twin Oaks Animal Hospital shares a genuine love for animals. We’re committed to gentle, attentive care, backed by ongoing training like our Fear Free and Feline Friendly certification. Get to know us right here.
Veterinarians
Ashley Weinberg, DVM
Practice Owner
Dr. Weinberg grew up in the Northeast and knew from age five that she wanted to be a veterinarian. Her veterinary career started in 1994, when she began working as a receptionist and assistant at a veterinary hospital. She attended Michigan State University’s College of Veterinary Medicine and graduated in 2001. After graduation, she practiced in North Carolina for two years before moving to North County in 2003.
She then worked as an associate veterinarian at other local hospitals before opening her own practice in August 2013. She has a special interest in pain management and dental care. She regularly attends continuing education seminars to help provide excellent, up-to-date care for her patients.
Dr. Weinberg lives in San Marcos with her husband, two children, and a Golden Retriever named Avery. She is a member of the American Veterinary Medical Association, California VMA, and the San Diego County VMA. In her spare time, she enjoys reading, movies, and spending time with her family.
Kristie Watanabe, DVM
Associate Veterinarian
Dr. Watanabe is excited to be a doctor at Twin Oaks Animal Hospital. She obtained her bachelor’s degree in biology at Occidental College in Los Angeles in 2010. She received her Doctor of Veterinary Medicine from Western University of Health Sciences.
She has been practicing in North County San Diego since 2015. She has a special interest in the diagnosis and management of orthopedic and neurologic cases. She is a member of the American Veterinary Medical Association and San Diego Veterinary Medical Association.
Originating from Honolulu, Hawaii, Dr. Watanabe enjoys going to the beach, traveling, and trying new foods. She also loves spending time with her husband, friends, and her sassy old kitty, Oscar.
Puja Buch, DVM
Associate Veterinarian
Dr. Puja Buch was born in Mumbai, India, but spent much of her childhood years in Cincinnati, Ohio. She attended The Ohio State University, earning a B.S. in Biology and Psychology in 2009. She also conducted post-graduate research in animal behavior and welfare.
She then moved to Southern California to attend veterinary school at Western University of Health Sciences. She earned her Doctorate of Veterinary Medicine there in 2015. Following veterinary school, Dr. Buch completed a year-long internship in general practice, emergency, and exotic and wildlife medicine. She has since been practicing in North County San Diego.
Outside of the clinic, Dr. Buch enjoys exploring new restaurants and spending time outdoors. She also loves cheering on her favorite Ohio sports teams. She lives with her husband, two daughters, and their cat Basil.
Technicians
Debbie, RVT
Veterinary Assistants
Courtney
Ilona
Juanita
Lindsay
Kayleigh
Kimberly
Tania
Manager
Christina Cano, RVT
Christina began her career in the veterinary field in 2007. She worked at a family-owned small animal practice near her hometown in Massachusetts. She was eager to learn more, so she enrolled in an accredited college program. She earned her degree in Veterinary Technology while continuing to work part-time.
She later worked at a well-known 24-hour emergency and specialty hospital. There, she gained experience in emergency and critical care, as well as orthopedic and soft tissue surgery.
Christina’s areas of interest include dentistry, pain management, and staff onboarding and training. She also enjoys helping cultivate a healthy workplace environment. She is a huge advocate for Fear Free and Feline Friendly practices, with training in both. Christina looks forward to being part of the continued growth here at Twin Oaks Animal Hospital.
When she’s not at work, Christina enjoys spending time with family, cooking Italian food, and traveling to new places.
Administrative Team
Caran
