Dr. Kathy Andres graduated from UC Davis School of Veterinary Medicine with honors and completed a small animal internship at the Animal Medical Center in New York City. After several years of family and emergency practice in the San Francisco Bay Area, Dr. Andres fulfilled her dream of becoming a veterinary oncologist through her residency in oncology at BAVS and achieving board certification in 2011. She has received numerous awards during her academic and clinical training acknowledging her gentle approach to pets and their families and her special interest in the field of oncology.

At work, Dr. Andres enjoys collaborating and learning from her veterinary colleagues. She develops long-term relationships with her clients and patients and loves to hear their stories while developing therapy plans that meet the needs of the family and of the patient.

Originally from the East Coast, Dr. Andres lives in her beloved San Francisco with her family including several dogs, a cat and multiple parrots. She enjoys being silly with kids, home remodeling, cooking and reading late into the night.