Our Team

Dr. Link V Welborn , DVM, ABVP (canine and feline)

Dr. Welborn was the valedictorian of his 1976 graduating class from King High School here in Tampa and as a President's Scholar, he earned an undergraduate degree from the University of South Florida. Dr. Welborn graduated with honors from the University of Florida College of Veterinary Medicine in 1982. He is Board Certified in Canine and Feline Practice and is past President of the American Animal Hospital Association. Scuba diving and attending Tampa Bay Buccaneer and Florida Gator football games are among his favorite activities. Dr. Welborn's family includes: wife, Laura, daughter, Kaitlin, son, Christopher, a Springer Spaniel named Spicy, two cats, Mongo and Rand, four birds, Harper, Milliku, Connie, and Bink, and a large marine aquarium full of aquatic companions.

Christine Simon, DVM (Medical Director)

Dr. Simon joined our team in 1997. Dr. Simon is originally from the south Florida area and graduated with high honors from the University of Florida College of Veterinary Medicine. Dr. Simon went on to complete an internship with Hollywood Animal and Emergency Hospital in Hollywood, Florida. She spends her free time with her husband fishing and boating. They share their home with their 2 poodle's Cooper and Marley.

Dr. Timothy Lassett, DVM, ABVP (canine and feline)

Dr. Lassett is a native of Tampa. He attended the University of Florida receiving a bachelors degree in microbiology in 1978 and a doctorate in veterinary medicine in 1982. After completing a rotating internship in small animal medicine and surgery at Oradell Animal Hospital in New Jersey, Dr. Lassett returned to the Tampa Bay area. Dr. Lassett is Board Certified in Canine and Feline Practice and his areas of special interest include soft tissue and orthopedic surgery, oncology, diagnostic ultrasound, endoscopy, dermatology and cardiology. Dr. Lassett has held board positions with the Humane Society of Tampa Bay and the Hillsborough County Veterinary Medical Society. He enjoys fishing, boating, and spending time with his dog and cat.

Dr. Megan O'Connor, DVM

Dr. O'Connor is originally from upstate New York (Albany area). She joined our team in August of 2007. She and her husband, Dr. Armani, share their home with their pets, Lucy and Rainey. Dr. O'Connor enjoys running, downhill skiing, sailing, baking, and other outdoor activities. She earned her undergraduate degree from Cornell University and went on to obtain a Master's degree in animal science at the University of Georgia. Dr. O'Connor earned her veterinary degree from Mississippi State University. After completion of veterinary school, she completed a small animal medicine and surgery internship from Oradell Animal Hospital in New Jersey.

Cassandra Allbritton, CVPM, CCRA

Raised on a working horse ranch, Cassy began working in the veterinary field at the age of 15 as an assistant. From 1993 to 2000, she worked as an emergency and day-time veterinary technician. Since 1995, she has served our four hospital group, and is our Practice Administrator. Cassy graduated with a Bachelor’s Degree in Chemistry from the University of South Florida in 1998. Residing in Tampa, Florida, Cassy shares her home with her four cats and her dog. Her interests are client advocacy, team building, physical rehabilitation, communication, and compliance. Cassy’s hobbies include reading, outdoor activities and teaching. Cassy has been a member of the VHMA since 2001. Cassy earned her Certified Veterinary Practice Manager (CVPM) designation in 2005 and her Certified Canine Rehabilitation Assistant (CCRA) designation in 2008. Cassy co-chairs the Bay Area Managers Network Group in Tampa. She is also an adjunct professor for Webster Veterinary University.

Crystal Michaud

Crystal, originally from Massachusetts, began working with animals in 1988. She moved to Florida in 1998 and joined the organization in 1999 as a technician at North Bay Animal & Bird Hospital. She went on to manage The Cat Doctors and now provides employee training for all four hospitals. Crystal enjoys spending time with her significant other, 3 dogs, 4 cats, and 3 turtles. Her hobbies include boating, bowling, and playing softball.

Amber Trammell, Hospital Manager

Amber is originally from Storm Lake, IA and moved to Florida in 2000. She joined The Cat Doctors team in 2004 as a technician and became the hospital manager in 2008. She has 2 dogs, 2 cats, and a turtle. Her hobbies include going to the beach, fishing, and spending time with her family.

Tony Gonzalez C.V.T.

Originally from Sandusky, Ohio. He received his certificate in veterinary technology at St. Petersburg College in 2003. He has 3 cats, a Golden Retriever, and hamster named Giblet. He was recently married and excited about starting a family. He has been a technician at The Cat Doctors since 2008.

Heather Vesey

Heather joined our team in October of 2008 as part of our client care team. Heather is originally from Miami, FL and apires to become a veterinarian. She currently has two cats Polly and Hoot, the absolute joys of her life! She enjoys going to concerts, music, and playing sports.