MEET DR. LILY CHEN AND THE INTEGRATIVE PET TEAM
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We are driven by our collective passion to create a healing space for you and your pets.
Our Veterinarians

Dr. Lily Chen, DVM, CVA, CAAS
Owner, Lead Veterinarian

About Dr. Chen
Dr. Chen completed additional training and became a certified veterinary acupuncturist in 2013 by Chi University and the International Veterinary Acupuncture Society (IVAS). Amazed by the miraculous results in many of her patients in response to acupuncture, she continued her training in veterinary food therapy and veterinary Chinese herbal therapy. Dr. Lily received her certification as an Animal Aromatherapy Specialist in 2023. In her more than a decade of clinical experience, Dr. Chen has found that traditional Chinese medicine complements and balances conventional medicine. Many chronic conditions and diseases can be successfully treated and managed with a more gentle and holistic approach. Treating the body as a whole promotes natural healing and better health.

Dr. Trina Hazzah, DVM, DACVIM (Oncology), CVCH
Integrative Oncology Specialist

About Dr. Hazzah
In addition to her conventional medical training, Dr. Hazzah expanded her expertise by becoming a certified Veterinary Chinese Herbalist, trained at the Chi Institute of Traditional Chinese Veterinary Medicine. This unique blend of Western and Eastern medical practices enables her to offer a comprehensive, integrative approach to cancer treatment in pets.
Dr. Hazzah’s career is marked by a profound dedication to the field of veterinary oncology. Over her nearly 15 years in practice, she has been at the cutting edge of treating and managing cancer in pets, utilizing a range of therapies to include innovative, integrative methods. Her commitment to advancing veterinary oncology is evident in her continuous pursuit of new knowledge and techniques to enhance pet care.
Dr. Hazzah is one of the only four specialty integrative oncologists in the country and the only one specializing in cannabis therapy. Her experience with cannabis is part of her broader objective to explore all possible avenues for effective cancer treatment. She has been involved in educating veterinarians about the potential applications of cannabis in veterinary medicine and has conducted research in this area. However, her heart and expertise lie predominantly in providing compassionate, comprehensive oncology care.
At the Integrative Pet Wellness Center, Dr. Hazzah’s approach to cancer treatment is characterized by a blend of state-of-the-art medical oncology consultation and holistic wellness practices. She is deeply committed to not only treating pets with cancer but also supporting their overall well-being and quality of life. Her work is an embodiment of the center’s mission to offer innovative, empathetic care to pets and their families.

Dr. Stephen Durdle, DVM
Associate Veterinarian, General Practice

About Dr. Durdle
Our Lovely Team

Dianne, RVT
Practice Manager


About Dianne
Dianne was born in the Philippines and moved to California when she was nine years old. She grew up with large dogs, which led to her passion for animals, and she decided to pursue a career in Veterinary Medicine. Dianne finished her RVT license from Mt. San Antonio College in 2015. She has worked in a Cat Specialty for six years and is also known as the cat whisperer because of her calm energy around stressed cats in a hospital setting. Throughout the years of working in the field, she found enjoyment in doing pet dentistry. Since she started working here at Integrative Pet Wellness Center, she also learned about Pet Reiki Energy Healing and practiced this healing modality.
Dianne is a busy mom of three and has three small dogs, two cats, and a husband. During the pandemic, Dianne started doodling on her iPad and decided to open a small business that makes custom pet items (like stickers, mugs, and phone cases). You can find her Etsy shop here. Dianne is a Palos Verdes local, and you might see her cruising the area with her electric bike. In her spare time, she tries to learn French, going to boba shops, and hiking trails with her friends & family.
Dianne’s food for thought: animals are only in our lives for a short amount of time. Let’s cherish it and give them hugs and kisses every day.

Maria, RVT
Registered Veterinary Technician

About Maria
Maria, a California native, is a registered veterinary technician with many years of experience in multi-specialty and critical care. She holds a bachelor’s degree and a master’s degree from the University of California, Davis. Maria also attended the University of Tennessee’s Canine Rehabilitation Program as well as Ojai’s School of Canine Massage.
She enjoys working with all types of animals and seeing the results of integrative medicine. In her eyes, all animals can benefit from manual therapy, including massage, stretching, and range of motion exercises. Maria enjoys working hands-on with pets and supporting their individual needs. Her passion is to support the wellness path of our furry friends and their caretakers.
Maria also has a keen interest in animal behavior. There is so much welcome and, at times, unwelcome behavior from our furry friends. She likes to smooth out any wrinkles for a stress-free life for both pets and their caretakers.
In her time away from work, she likes to be out in nature. Maria loves hiking, yoga, photography, and restoring furniture. She lives with her two beloved dogs, Toochi and Lili, and her cat Eliza.

Lindsey, LVT
Licensed Veterinary Technician

About Lindsey
Hailing all the way from beautiful northern Michigan, Lindsey loves to spend time with her husband and two cats, Archer and Malakai. Her hobbies include hiking, weight lifting, listening to music, camping, napping, and eating ice cream. She also enjoys creepy crawlies and keeps a few jumping spiders as “pets.” Lindsey has always had a passion for animals and distinctly remembers watching Discovery Channel with her dad growing up, gathering as many random animal facts as she could!

Mickie
Veterinary Assistant

About Mickie
Mickie was born and raised in Torrance California. She found a love for animals early on in life through horses and family pets. The day after she graduated high school she moved to the southern sierras to work as a Wrangler. During that time she adopted a German shepherd who she named Dog. After working for 3 years, she decided to come home. With no plan she found vet assisting school, and for her externship she was placed at Integrative Pet Wellness Center. Although she was skeptical, she learned new ways of medicine and has been able to form relationships with the team and pet parents. Seeing how much everyone cares for one another, and a community that continues to grow everyday makes her exceptionally happy and proud to be a part of this team!

Karen
Veterinary Assistant

About Karen
Encouraged by a friend to return to school, Karen made the bold decision to follow her true passion—working with animals. During her studies, she completed an externship at Integrative Pet Wellness Center, where her dedication and skills impressed the team so much that they offered her a permanent position. Karen is incredibly proud of her decision to follow her passion and is thrilled to be part of such a wonderful team.
Her advice to anyone unsure about their career path is simple: follow your dreams and never let obstacles stand in the way, as the journey is truly worth it.