Combining skill, experience, and dedication to the care of your pets

Dr. Douglas Kunz was born in rural Southeastern Idaho. His summers were spent on the family ranch near Victor, Idaho. It was during those summers that he developed a love of animals and a desire to heal the sick and injured.
Dr. Kunz graduated with a Bachelor of Science in August of 1971 from Brigham Young University. He completed a Master of Science in animal nutrition from that same institution in December of 1973. His DVM was obtained from Colorado State University where he graduated in May of 1977.

Dr. Kunz has practiced small animal medicine and surgery at the Animal Medical Hospital, Inc. in Palm Spring, California for the past 30 years. He was a partner until the sale of the practice to XLNT Veterinary Care, Inc. in September of 2006.
Dr. Kunz was also involved in the founding of Animal Emergency Clinic of the Desert and served as president of the board of directors for over 20 years until its sale to XLNT Veterinary Care, Inc. in January of 2007.

He has always been very involved in his community and currently serves as president of Friends of the Palm Springs Animal Shelter, an organization that supports the shelter and is currently conducting a capital campaign to build a new shelter.
He has served on the California State Board Exam Review Committee and currently serves on the Medical Advisory Board for XLNT Veterinary Care, Inc.

Dr. Koodrich grew up in Southern California and pursured her undergraduate training at the University of California at Santa Barbara.  She received her veterinary degree from the Ohio State University, College of Veterinary Medicine in 2003.

Shortly after graduation, Dr. Koodrich accepted an associate position with Animal Medical Hospital in 2003, and has joined us again in 2008 after working elsewhere for a year.  Her special interests include small animal dentistry and internal medicine.  She is dedicated to promoting the animal-human bond through quality patient care and client education.

Dr. Koodrich and her husband of seven years have four pet “children”; a pitbull named Maya, a lab named Chance, a boston terrier named Stella and Ernie, the cat.  On her off time, Dr. Koodrich enjoys relaxing with a good book and spending time engaged in outdoor activities with her family.

Dr Turek has been with the Animal Medical Hospital since 2004. A retired U.S. Army Officer with over 26 years service, Dr Turek commanded Veterinary Units in Japan, Belgium, Netherlands, and Turkey. He is a graduate of the University of Illinois College of Veterinary Medicine and is a Diplomate in the American College of Veterinary Preventive Medicine. Dr Turek is board certified and a specialist in Veterinary Preventive Medicine. His interests include Veterinary Dentistry, Exotic Animal Care, and Ophthalmology. He is a member of the American Veterinary Medical Association, California Veterinary Medical Association, Veterinary Dental Forum, and is a United States Department of Agriculture Accredited Veterinarian. His wife of over 28 years, Donna, is an Army veteran as well.