Meet Our Team

Dr. Sandra Stubchaer

Sandra Stubchaer graduated from the University of Minnesota in 2008. Following graduation she completed a rotating small animal internship at the Veterinary Medical and Surgical group in Ventura, California. She spent the last 8 years working at a small animal practice in Gilroy, CA (the garlic capital!). Dr. Stubchaer loves working with clients and their pets to provide the best possible care. She has a special interest in rehabilitation, dermatology and the care of geriatric patients.

When Dr. Stubchaer isn’t at work she enjoys kayaking, camping, the beach and reading. She loves spending time with her husband David, their twin girls and her rescue dog Maggie, a shepherd-husky mix.

Dr. Emily Fecso

Emily first joined the OVC team in 2013 as a veterinary assistant. After a few years working with OVC, Emily was able to pursue her dream of achieving her DVM at Western University of Health Sciences. Emily loves all aspects of veterinary medicine. In her spare time, you will often find Emily hiking, fishing, and spending time in the outdoors with her husband and their two “kids”, Remi and Ruger. Emily is also currently pursuing her Master of Public Health from the University of Minnesota.

Dr. Carly Beverlin

Carly Beverlin joined the OVC family in the summer of 2022 after graduating from Ross University in St. Kitts and Nevis in 2020. Prior to moving to the Olympic Peninsula, she spent time working as a mixed animal veterinarian in Wyoming. Her interests include preventative medicine, soft tissue surgery and integrative medicine. She is currently working on her certification in veterinary acupuncture. In her free time, Dr. Carly enjoys spending time outdoors, crafting, baking and running with her dog, Rose, a spirited Irish Setter.

Dr. Melanie Gouveia

Originally from the beautiful Napa Valley in California, Dr. Melanie earned her undergraduate degree from Cal Poly, San Luis Obispo, before pursuing her veterinary education at St. George’s University, graduating in 2023. Dr. Melanie has a strong passion for preventative care and dentistry, and she looks forward to continuing to deepen her expertise in dental health.
Outside of the clinic, Dr. Melanie enjoys scuba diving, hiking, and fishing. She shares her adventures with her significant other, Erik.