Dr. Larry Moczygemba

Veterinarian

Larry is a San Antonio native, and graduated from Texas A&M College of Veterinary Medicine in 1986. He settled in Beeville in 1988, enjoying its proximity to his family ranch, coastal fishing, and the benefits of being close to San Antonio and Houston. He obtained a master’s degree in beef cattle production medicine/epidemiology from the University of Nebraska in 2000, and is currently a member of the Academy of Veterinary Consultants (past president), Texas Veterinary Medical Association, and the American Veterinary Medical Association. Larry established South Texas Veterinary Clinic in 1988 with the goal of providing quality medicine in a rural areas for all species. He enjoys the variety of practice offered in a small town setting including medicine and surgery for large and small animals as well as herd work.

Larry and his wife, Jane, have worked together at South Texas Vet Clinic for over 30 years and enjoy the relationships they have established with their clients and staff over the years. When not at work Larry enjoys fishing, hunting, working with his own cattle, and spending time with his family and three grandchildren.

Dr. Jessica Serafine

Veterinarian

Dr. Serafine was born and raised in Southern California. She attended Ross University School of Veterinary Medicine on the island of St. Kitts for vet school and her clinical year at the University of Illinois Champaign-Urbana. She spent her first 3 years of practice at a mixed animal rural clinic in Haskell, Texas before moving to South Texas to join the STVC team in 2019. She has a special interest in dentistry and is a member of both the Texas Veterinary Medical Association and the American Veterinary Medical Association. Dr. Serafine and her husband are currently living nearby in a house they renovated together. On their off time, they enjoy shooting bows, pistols, and rifles as well as hanging out with their three dogs, Blue, Tai, and Trip.

Dr. Kristen White

Veterinarian

Dr. White attended West Texas A&M for her undergraduate work and graduated from Texas A&M College of Veterinary Medicine in May 2021. She enjoys the diversity of working with both large and small animals, taking a special interest in hound management and infectious disease prevention and control through biosecurity measures, vaccinations, herd assessments and secure beef and pork plans.

In her free time Kristen enjoys gardening, hiking, cycling, skiing and shooting sports and most outdoor activities; as well as playing with her dog Katie.

Gina H.

Small Animal Technician

Gina has been a part of the STVC team for 4 years. She is from Refugio, Texas, and has continued her education in nursing at Del Mar College. She particularly likes to care for animals while hospitalized at the clinic during treatment or following surgery. In her free time, Gina enjoys roller skating and reading.

Margaret D.

Small Animal Technician

Margaret is a graduate of SulRoss State University and has been working at South Texas Vet Clinic since 2020. She loves working beside the doctors in helping to bring people’s pets back to health whether it’s through surgery or time and medicine. While in West Texas Margaret spent time as a hunting guide and she continues to enjoy the outdoors hiking, camping, or hunting & fishing.

Kyle S.

Large Animal Technician

Kyle is from Skidmore, Texas, and has worked at South Texas Vet Clinic since 2009. He is an invaluable part of our team! He grew up enjoying and working on his family ranch and still helps out there. He loves working with cattle and riding horses. Some of his other hobbies include fishing and hunting.

Cirildo G.

Large Animal Technician

Cirildo (on the right), started working with us when he was 16. He left to work for the city as an animal control officer for 10 years and has been back since 2009. Raised on a ranch in the area, he is an outstanding horseman and is key to assuring all large animals receive the treatment and care you expect. In his spare time, Cirildo enjoys spending time with his family and working with cattle.

Juliana G.

Small Animal Technician

Juliana has been part of our team for one year. She is a graduate of Goliad High School and worked with show animals throughout her school years. She is currently enrolled and working toward her Veterinary Technician License. Juliana prides herself on making sure that all her patients are taken care of and trying to provide them with the best environment possible so they can be happy and healthy. When not working, she likes helping and teaching kids with show animals and spending time with her family and friends.

Dara G.

Every Position

Dara is from Pettus, Texas, and graduated from the University of Houston –Victoria in May 2022. Congratulations Dara! She has been part of our team since 2018, working on weekends and during school breaks. Dara started as a kennel technician and now fills for the veterinary technicians and the receptionists in addition to her kennel duties. Dara takes pride in performing all tasks to the best of her ability and clearly communicating with her fellow employees and management –providing the best care possible to both customers and animals. When she is not working, Dara enjoys reading and spending time with her family and dog.

Tracey C.

Small Animal Technician

Tracey is from Benavides, Texas, and worked at South Texas Vet Clinic since 2019. She is currently working on her Veterinary Technician License through Penn Foster. To quote Tracey, “When it comes to veterinary medicine, I love every aspect of what I do! I take pride in treating every patient under my care as if they were my own personal animal.” During her free time, Tracey enjoys roller skating, bowling, reading, and spending time with friends and family.

Crystal H.

Kennel Assistant, Receptionist

Crystal joined our team in March 2022 and helps us in the kennels and with animal treatments, as well as with our reception team. She is from George West, Texas, and is working on her veterinary technician certification from Ashworh College. She takes pride in her willingness to listen, learn, and do what is necessary for the veterinarians and staff she works with. Her goal is to learn and grow in her knowledge of the industry and to help all the animals she works with. In her free time, she stays busy with her two daughters at rodeos, sports and cheer events, and enjoying her many animals –3 family dogs, horses, and chickens!

Maria

Receptionist

Maria has an associate’s degree in applied business from Zane State College and has been a receptionist at South Texas Vet Clinic for 4 years. She has always loved animals and says the most rewarding part of her job is meeting clients and learning more about them and their pets. Maria is dedicated to her job and brings personal warmth and professionalism to each encounter. When Maria is not working she enjoys watching movies in her newly built house ☺Also, traveling, reading, and spending time with her three dogs

Marrissa C.

Kennel Technician

Marissa has been involved with veterinary medicine for two years and has just recently joined our clinic. We are glad to bring her experience to our team! She enjoys working with the animals and has lots of love to give them while they are in her care, making them feel safe and comfortable. When not working Marissa enjoys reading books and spending time with her own animals.

Jane M.

Practice Manager

Jane has worked as part of South Texas Vet Clinic since it was established over 30 years ago. She is a 1981 graduate of Texas A&M University and earned her CPA license in 1984. She and Larry were married in 1982 and have worked at the clinic together since it was established. Jane enjoys the diversity offered through working at a veterinary clinic as well as being able to spend time with the animals throughout the day. When she is not working, Jane enjoys her grandchildren, fishing with Larry, swimming, cooking, and gardening.

Jessica A.

Technician Manager

Jessica is our technician manager, and also assists our receptionist when needed. She has been with South Texas Vet Clinic since 2020. Jessica has an associate’s degree in science from Coastal Bend College and is working on her Veterinary Technician Assistant at Penn Foster College. She takes pride in her compassion towards the patients and clients and does her best to ensure that everyone in her care, both animals and owners, is comfortable and in loving hands while they are with us. In her free time, Jessica enjoys spending time with her family and teaching her two boys new things. Her kids love animals just like their Mom so they bond learning new things about different animals.

Sonya F.

Recptionist Manager

Sonya has been part of our clinic family for so long that she can’t even remember! About 18 years! As the front office manager for almost the whole time, Sonya has grown with our clinic and takes pride in making our clients feel welcome. Through our smiles and attitudes, her goal is to have every customer leave with a positive first and last impression. She strives to be sure all clients are well taken care of. Sonya is a wife, mom, and fur mom ☺Her free time is spent working out, baking, and running back and forth to sports and school events and everything else in between.