About Us

Dr. T-na (pronounced “Tina”) Tran is the sole practitioner at The Family Vet. She received her Doctor of Veterinary Medicine from the University of Wisconsin-Madison, Class of 1997. Before that, Dr. Tran studied animal science and agricultural development at California Polytechnic State University, Pomona. After graduating from Wisconsin, Dr. Tran returned to the community (as a student Dr. Tran worked at The Family Vet while it was still Magnolia Animal Hospital), and acquired the practice in 2003. Her vision is to provide a quality practice for the community that uniquely blends family friendliness, honesty, and excellent patient care. Dr. Tran’s family as of now is her 3 year old cat Quinn. In her spare time, Dr. Tran enjoys reading and studying about medicine - especially acupuncture - and enjoys walks around local parks.

Elias started his employment at The Family Vet in 1995, while it was still Magnolia Animal Hospital. Originally hired mainly for a summer, the experience of working at The Family Vet unexpectedly became a career. “It really is more something that I enjoy doing, and happen to be paid for,” he says. After a year off, Elias returned to the practice in 2020 in the midst of the Coronavirus shutdowns.  Elias has several degrees from California State University Long Beach, including a Master’s Degree in philosophy and a teaching credential in social science. Elias enjoys his off time reading (philosophy of science, history, and science), and birdwatching.

The Family Vet

449 West Bay Street

Costa Mesa, CA 92627

(562) 281-7387

staff@thefamilyvet.net

Hours: Sundays By Appointment Only