Dr. Clarke was born and raised in Tampa and earned a Bachelor’s degree in Wildlife Ecology and Conservation from the University of Florida in 2006. He continued his education at the University of Florida and earned his Doctorate of Veterinary Medicine in 2010, graduating in the top 8% of his class. He then entered private emergency and general practice in Jacksonville before moving back to Tampa and joining Tampa Bay Vets in 2012 at Pebble Creek Animal Hospital. In 2017, Dr. Clarke helped bring All Creatures Animal Hospital into the Tampa Bay Vets family.
His professional interests include internal medicine, oncology, and endoscopy. He holds a certification from the University of Georgia in flexible endoscopy and is certified in PennHIP imaging for the detection of hip dysplasia. He has also received his Cat Friendly Veterinarian and Human-Animal Bond certifications through the American Association of Feline Practitioners and the Human Animal Bond Research Institute, and is a Fear Free certified veterinarian. While he loves the scientific challenges presented by practicing medicine, he feels passionately that the best part of veterinary medicine is caring for the entire family and the ability to improve client’s lives through their pets.
Dr. Clarke and his wife Kim have a son, Hudson. They also share their home with a Standard Poodle (Charlie), an Irish Setter (Emma Rose), and a cat (Mona). In his spare time, Dr. Clarke enjoys backpacking, fishing, following Lightning Hockey and Gator Football, and most of all spending time with his family.
Dr. Moser hails from Konstanz, Germany, but immigrated with her parents at the young age of 4 years old. She has since lived in Taiwan, California, Florida, Puerto Rico, Nebraska, and Hawaii. She attended the University of Hawaii Manoa and earned a BS in Zoology with honors and a BA in German Literature. She went on to the University of California Davis Veterinary School, where she obtained her degree in Veterinary Medicine. Dr. Moser then made the cross-country trek to join All Creatures Animal Hospital because of the talented doctors she gets to work with, as well as the positive and hardworking attitude of the staff, and the high quality of care and services we are able to provide to our wonderful clients and their 4-legged family members. Outside of her time in the hospital, Dr. Moser’s hobbies include drawing, reading, trivia and game nights, as well as getting out on the water to paddle board. Her sister is a human ER doctor in New York while her parents are currently enjoying life with dogs, cats, and goats in Texas.
Dr. Moser’s professional short term goals include additional training in non-invasive diagnostics, such as ultrasonography and endoscopy, as well as staying up to date on the latest research and medical advances related to her day-to-day cases.
Dr. Mattie Wilkinson is one of our awesome new Associate Veterinarians here at All Creatures Animal Hospital. She is originally from St. Matthews, South Carolina. She joined our team because she was inspired by the Tampa Bay Animal Hospital’s mission and outreach.
Dr. Wilkinson has attended the Tuskegee University and the University of South Carolina where she earned her Doctorate of Veterinary Medicine.
When she is not hard at work, you can find her at the beach, working out, practicing hot yoga, dancing, playing volleyball, playing softball, and mastering puzzles.
She shares her home with her to femme felines named Marlowe, and Tara-Ma-Su.
Fun fact: Dr. Wilkinson is a triplet who also has another set of twin-brothers in her family!
Dr. Kowalewski is one of our wonderful associate veterinarians here at All Creatures Animal Hospital. He is originally from Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.
He received his Bachelors degree in Biology with a minor in Biophysics from USF. He went on to earn his Doctorate in Veterinary Medicine from SGU-LSU.
Dr. Kowalewski joined our team for the family and team-oriented approach, as well as being leaders in the communities we serve.
When he is not working, you can find Dr. Kowalewski skiing, biking, enjoying nature hikes, and sports. When he has the opportunity, you may find him snowboarding down the slopes. He’s also a bit of a “foodie”.
He shares his home with his cats Simba and Nala, his family dog Chloe, and a salt water reef tank loaded with clown fish.
Dr. kowalewski has a traditional Polish family who loves spending their time together sharing awesome food. His pets are his kids and are members of his family.
His goal is to become a leader and mentor to his community. He strives to provide genuine and honest care, and convey his love for animals and gain the trust of his patients and clients.
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 a Certified Canine Rehabilitation Therapist and Certified PennHIP Veterinarian.
He is past president of the prestigious American Animal Hospital Association (AAHA) and served as Chairman of the AAHA Standards Enhancement Task Force that developed the most recent revisions and enhancements to the AAHA Standards of Accreditation for primary care small animal practices. He also served as Chairman of the Accredited Referral Practice Task Force that developed AAHA Standards of Accreditation for small animal specialty practices. He currently serves in several national veterinary leadership roles including being the Chairman of the AAHA Canine Vaccination Guidelines Task Force and serving as a member of the AAHA-AVMA Preventative Healthcare Guidelines Task Force.
Dr. Welborn has received the following honors:
- • 2022 AVMA Award
- • Prestigious AVMA President’s Award
- • American Animal Hospital Association Practitioner of the Year Award
- • University of Florida College of Veterinary Medicine Alumni Achievement Award
- • Florida Veterinary Medical Association Veterinarian of the Year Award
- • Hillsborough County Veterinary Medical Society Outstanding Service Award
Underwater photography 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, furry friends, Jenner and Emma Rose, two birds, Harper and Connie, and a marine aquarium full of aquatic companions.
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, Cheyenne, and cat, Dakota.
Degrees:
• B.S. in Animal Science from Louisiana Tech University (2003)
• D.V.M. from Louisiana State University School of Veterinary Medicine (2006)
• College of Veterinary Medicine: Louisiana State University
Why did you choose to become a veterinarian?
I have always wanted to become a veterinarian. My grandfather practiced veterinary medicine for over 50 years, so at an early age I was exposed to the joys and fulfillment this career provides. My favorite part of practicing veterinary medicine is being challenged to seek out the right answers and provide support to clients through both the good and hard times with their pets.
What is your goal walking into every patient visit?
I want my clients and their pets to feel calm, comfortable, and to know that I will always do my best to be an advocate for them.
Do you have a mantra or philosophy that you live by?
I try to always treat people the way I would want to be treated. I believe this translates well into veterinary medicine. I aspire to recommend the same treatment plan that I would want for my own pets.
Who makes up your family (pets and/or people)?
Chris the Husband, Jeffrey the Pomeranian, Pebbles the Chihuahua, and Mary Frances the Treeing Walker Hound
What do your pets mean to you?
My pets are everything. They keep me warm when the house is too cold, they cheer me up when I am tired, they make me laugh when I am too serious, and they show me unconditional love. They have inspired me to create more animal accents for my patients.
Please tell us anything else about yourself:
I am originally from the beautiful state of Louisiana, so my craving for warm weather, delicious food, and friendly people runs deep. I truly believe that every meal tastes better with the addition of cheesy grits. I love watching football even when it frustrates me. When not working, watching sports, or eating brunch, I enjoy being out in the great outdoors. Whether it is hiking, beaching, or kayaking, my happiest moments are spent enjoying nature with my loved ones.
Degrees:
• B.S. in Biochemistry
• D.V.M. from Ross University School of Veterinary Medicine
Why did you choose to become a veterinarian?
I have always had a love of animals and passion for science and medicine. I love learning, being challenged, and being able to care for creatures who don’t have their own voice. It is important to me that all animals receive love, respect, and care.
What is your goal walking into every patient visit?
To make the patient and client feel comfortable, informed, and that the clients’ pets are in knowledgeable and capable hands with me to provide the best medical care that I possibly can each visit.
Do you have a mantra or philosophy that you live by?
Treat all creatures and all people with love, respect, and kindness. Never give up on your goals.
Who makes up your family (pets and/or people)?
Mom & dad, 1 sister, 2 brothers – I’m the oldest. 1 dog named Lady, and 2 cats – Xena and Zuzu.
What do your pets mean to you?
My pets are my best friends. They give me joy, love, and great company, They are a reminder of why I became a vet and the importance and impact of pets on our lives.
Please tell us anything else about yourself:
I love anything active and outdoors, working out, running, and relaxing with my pets. I enjoy going out to eat and breweries with family and friends.
I have an article published in the Journal of Fish Diseases. I won the ACVP Student Award in 2019. I ran 2 marathons and countless half marathons. I love traveling and the beach.
Dr. Christine Wright is one of the many wonderful veterinarians we have on our team here at All Creatures Animal Hospital. She received her DVM from North Carolina State University. She has always loved science and medicine and she could not imagine herself doing anything other than helping to improve the bond between humans and animals.
Dr. Wright and her boyfriend, Brandon, who is also a veterinarian share their home with perfect kitty-Tigger, and their rambunctious border collie mix – Titan. She considers Tigger her baby. Even when Tigger is being destructive, she can still do no wrong. She has had Tigger since she was a tiny kitten. They have shared many milestones together; moves, schools, jobs.
Titan means the world to Dr. Wright. He is full of energy and is a wild child who is a total daddy’s boy.
Dr. Wright’s goal when walking into every visit with a patient is to have a positive impact on both the patient’s and client’s lives. Her philosophy she lives by is to focus more on what brings you joy rather than what soothes your fear.
When Dr. Wright isn’t caring for your pets you can find her reading, hiking, going to the beach, baking, and spending time with her family and friends.
Fun fact, she is originally from the Tampa Bay area and she is very excited to be back in her hometown.
Dr. Colby Burns, a board-certified surgeon at North Tampa Veterinary Specialists, provides specialized orthopedic, soft tissue, neurologic and emergency surgical services to small animal veterinary practitioners. This service allows our veterinarians the ability to offer advanced surgical services in the comfort of our own hospital while maintaining direct contact with our clients and primary care for patients. Mobile surgical services are available six days a week (Monday through Saturday). Emergency surgical services are available seven days a week, including evenings and weekends.
Dr. Chris Ludlow is a Diplomate of the American College of Veterinary Internal Medicine. He established Veterinary Internal Medicine Diagnostics with a commitment to providing the highest quality internal medicine for pets and personalized service.
Dr. Ludlow earned his DVM with honors from Kansas State University in 1986. After graduation he worked in a busy small animal general practice in southern California for five years. He then returned to the KSU and completed a combined internal medicine/small animal clinical nutrition residency and Masters Degree program under Dr. David Williams.
Upon completion of his internal medicine residency, Dr. Ludlow then spent an additional year establishing a clinical nutrition service at KSU. After finishing his clinical nutrition training, Dr. Ludlow joined the internal medicine faculty at KSU for one and a half years before going into private specialty medicine at Veterinary Specialty and Emergency Center in Kansas City in where he served as a staff internist with this group of nine specialists for 6 years.
Dr. Ludlow has more than 16 years of experience in ultrasound and endoscopy in university and referral hospital settings. He practices at all 6 of our Tampa locations.
Sam is one of our awesome Practice Managers here at All Creatures Animal Hospital. He has his degree in Biology – Integrative Animal. Sam’s mission is to create a positive culture among his team. He is a wonderful coach and teacher, always giving people insight to see their own growth. He is a big part of the reason the All Creatures team members love coming to work and give their all each and every day. It doesn’t hurt that his love for animals is unmatched.
He lives by the Mantra “Be better”. You can see that this is true, as he does his best every new day.
He and his wife, Kaila, share their home with their three cats – Darwin, Steve, and Carrie. His family and his pets mean the word to him. They are the reason he chose to work with animals. He sees his three cats as his kids.
Fun fact about Sam is that he is a huge Batman fan.
