Veterinarians
Jorge Carvajal
Veterinary Director
Jorge graduated from the University of Cordoba in 1990 in Veterinary Medicine. He is the co-founder of the Solvet Veterinary Group, and is in charge of General and Oncological Surgery,
Joaquín Álvarez
Veterinary Director
Joaquín graduated from the University of Córdoba in Veterinary Medicine in 1989, and later co-founded the Solvet Veterinary Group. He has impressive experience in different fields of veterinary medicine,
Jorge Carvajal
Veterinary
Jorge graduated in Veterinary Medicine from the Complutense University of Madrid in 2018, where he collaborated as a student intern in the Cardiology, Gastroenterology and Endoscopy Departments.After a 3-year internship at the Veterinary Hospital of the Faculty of Zaragoza, he obtained a Master’s Degree in Small Animal Clinic I and II, and an Expert Master’s Degree in Therapeutic and Diagnostic Endoscopy and Minimally Invasive Interventionism. His main areas of interest are Cardiology, Internal Medicine and minimally invasive surgery and endoscopy techniques. He is a great fan of hiking and basketball, activities that he practises whenever his work allows him to do so.
María Vivas
Veterinary
María graduated in Veterinary Medicine from the University of Zaragoza in 2018. She spent 6 months working in Bolivia on international exchange in sterilisation plans for animal shelters.She has a Master’s Degree in Small Animal Clinic I and II, completing a 3-year internship with different clinical rotations. She holds the title of Expert in Therapeutic and Diagnostic Endoscopy and Minimally Invasive Interventionism. She also has a postgraduate degree in small animal surgery and anaesthesia from the UAB. Her areas of interest are Surgery, Internal Medicine and Oncology. As a good oscense, she loves outdoor sports, music and travelling in the company of positive people, but what she likes most is to enjoy her family and friends.
Irene Gallego
Veterinary
Irene graduated as a veterinary surgeon from the Catholic University of Valencia in 2019 where she was a student in the Internal Medicine service. For several years she worked at HV Benipeixcar in the emergency and internal medicine services for small animals.She has now returned to her home region to join our hospital and continue with her career. She has a postgraduate degree in Internal Medicine and Emergency Medicine and her main areas of interest are diagnostic imaging and small animal soft tissue surgery. In her spare time she enjoys hiking and nature, always in the company of her furry friends.
Agustín Cecere
Veterinary
Agustín graduated in Veterinary Medicine from the Catholic University of Córdoba (Argentina) in 2020. While studying his degree he worked as a veterinary assistant for 6 years in a 24 hour clinic.Then as a veterinarian he worked in different hospitals in Cordoba and also provided home care in the pandemic. His area of interest is internal medicine, emergency medicine, surgery and anaesthesia. He is a great fan of football, which he plays whenever he can, and of physical activity in general. He joined our team in 2022.
Laura Lozano
Veterinary
Laura graduated in Veterinary Medicine in 2021 at the Catholic University of Valencia, where she was a student collaborator in the equine hospital and in the small animal hospital in the internal medicine, exotics and cardiorespiratory services.She has a special interest in the areas of dermatology, soft tissue surgery and anaesthesia, without detracting from the importance of internal medicine as the basis of her training. He joined the Nueva Andalucía Veterinary Hospital in 2022. In his spare time he likes to enjoy nature and spend quality time with his pet Piti, family and friends.
María del Mar Martínez
Veterinary
María del Mar qualified as a veterinary surgeon at the Faculty of Veterinary Medicine of the University of Caceres, where she also undertook a 3-year internship in the Surgery and Hospitalisation of small animals.She completed an additional 3-month internship at the Veterinary Hospital of Zagreb. She is currently studying a postgraduate course in Ophthalmology at Improve International as well as continuing education in internal medicine, dermatology and small animal surgery.
Juan Rivera
Veterinary
Juan graduated in Veterinary Medicine in 2023 from the CEU Cardenal Herrera University of Valencia, where he worked as a student collaborator in the areas of pathology and internal medicine.He has a particular interest in surgery, internal medicine, and diagnostic imaging; although he does not neglect the other areas to ensure the best possible training.
He joined the Nueva Andalucía Veterinary Hospital in 2023. In his spare time, he loves to travel and practice all kinds of outdoor sports.
Jesús Calvache
Veterinary
He graduated from the Faculty of Veterinary Medicine in Murcia in 2021 and since then has been practicing in various clinics in the Murcia region as a general practitioner and in Barcelona at a clinic specializing in exotic animals as a specialist.Exotic animals are his great passion, and his incorporation helps us to complement the services for these pets during weekend emergency hours.
He is fortunate to be able to develop his great passion for animals both professionally and personally, as he lives in a farmhouse surrounded by donkeys, dogs, chickens, and other domestic animals.
Veterinarian Technicians & Assistants
Yolanda García
Veterinary Assistant
Yolanda is our longest serving veterinary assisant, having worked with us since 2001.
Cristina Hernández
Veterinary Assistant
Cristina has been working as a Veterinary Assistant with us since 2003. She is an active and dynamic member of the team, who is
Sheila Vega
Veterinary Assistant
Sheila has a diploma in Labour Relations, and has a degree in Veterinary Clinic Assistant and Veterinary Technical Assistant. Since July 2020, she has been working
Catalina Cuevas
Veterinary Assistant
Catalina has a Veterinary Clinical Assistant and Dog Grooming degree. She has been workingas a Veterinary Assistant since 2009 and has a high level of experience and autonomy in all her tasks at the veterinary clinic. She loves animals and enjoys horseback riding and nature.
Miriam Martínez
Veterinary Assistant
Miriam has been a Veterinary Assistant since 2022. She is passionate about her profession, enjoys caring for animals and dedicates herself to it with all her love, a fundamental ingredient in the wellbeing of hospitalised animals.In her free time she likes to enjoy the company of his family, nature and above all the sea.
Lucía Castillo
Veterinary Assistant
Lucía is a Veterinary Assistant with more than 10 years of experience. In particular, her professional development has revolved around protected species, especially birds of prey.The inpatient area and in emergency medicine is where she performs his main function. She is in charge of giving personalised attention to each patient to protect their health and wellbeing. She is in love with her homeland, Almería, where she tries to enjoy its beaches and magical places whenever she can.
Kate Amanda Benson
Veterinary Assistant
Kate is a veterinary nursing assistant who joined our team 7 months ago. She specializes in exotic animal care and surgical assistance, demonstrating her ability to handle complex and delicate veterinary situations.Additionally, she holds a degree in Psychology and is interested in starting a master’s degree in Canine Ethology, reflecting her commitment to animal welfare and her interest in canine behavior.
Kate is bilingual, fluent in both English and Spanish, allowing her to communicate effectively with a wide variety of clients. Outside of work, she is passionate about sports, photography, and art, giving her a creative and balanced perspective on her life and work. Her dedication and skills make her a valuable member of the veterinary team.
Cristina Expósito
Veterinary Assistant
She has been working as a veterinary assistant since 2013 and since then has continued her training by attending various courses in canine clinical practice and ethology.She joined our team in 2024, but since 2013 she has worked in the multiple roles performed in a small clinic, ranging from receptionist to canine groomer.
She is an enthusiastic, active, and animal-loving person, always willing to help and care for them.
Her hobbies include traveling, especially with her dog. She loves discovering new cultures, enjoying the gastronomy of each place, and nature, whether it be the beach or the mountains. Additionally, she is a great sportswoman.
