“ The greatness of a nation and its moral progress can be judged by the way its animals are treated. ”
“ The greatness of a nation and its moral progress can be judged by the way its animals are treated. ”
Dr. Vani Alluri was raised in a country with lots of farm animals. Her compassionate nature and eager enthusiasm for treating animals developed at a very young age. With lots of encouragement from her parents she pursued a career in veterinary science. She received her veterinary education both in India and the United States.
Dr. Vani, as she is known by her clients, graduated from the College of Veterinary Science, Tirupati, India with the highest distinction. In the United States, she attended the School of Veterinary Medicine, Tuskegee, Alabama. In 1999, she started her career as a licensed veterinarian in Northern California eventually relocating to Southern California. Dr. Vani is a member of the American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA), International Association of Veterinary Chiropractitioners (IAVCP), and American Animal Adjusting Association (AAAA). She is also certified in Veterinary Orthopedic Manipulation (VOM) and Myofascial Release (MFR). She is the first veterinarian to become a Certified Veterinary Chiropractitioner (CVCP) in Garden Grove and neighboring cities such as Stanton, Cypress, Cerritos, Los Alamitos, Westminister, Newport Beach, etc. She is also a trained classical veterinary homeopath. With professional interests in surgery, internal medicine, dermatology, veterinary neuronal adjustment, and homeopathy Dr. Vani is a general practitioner.
Boulevard Animal Hospital was purchased by Dr. Vani in 2005. She takes pride in providing quality veterinary services. Fair and humane treatment of all animals has been Dr. Vani's calling. She was honored by a Labrador rescue group based in Las Vegas and received the 2008 Veterinary Angel Award for exemplary service with their rescue dogs.
Dr. Vani's personal interests include yoga, traveling, and reading.
Internal medicine consults and ultrasound by a board-certified Internal medicine specialist are available by appointments
Dr. Paul E. Cechner is a highly respected board-certified veterinary surgeon with over four decades of experience in advanced small animal surgery. As a Diplomate of the American College of Veterinary Surgeons (ACVS) since 1981, he has dedicated his career to providing specialized surgical care for companion animals in private referral practice.
Dr. Cechner earned his Doctor of Veterinary Medicine from the University of Illinois in 1973. He completed a rigorous internship at Rowley Memorial Animal Hospital in 1974, followed by a surgical residency at Purdue University, completing his advanced training in 1976.
His clinical expertise includes orthopedic surgery, soft tissue surgery, and the treatment of complex joint disorders. He also has a special interest in ear canal diseases, combining surgical precision with compassionate patient care to improve quality of life for pets.
Throughout his distinguished career, Dr. Cechner has been committed to excellence in veterinary surgery, collaborating closely with referring veterinarians to deliver the highest standard of specialized care for small animals.
Dr. April Durtschi is an esteemed veterinary cardiologist and the heartbeat of Veterinary Cardiology of Orange County. Driven by an inherent passion for animal welfare and a strong belief in the irreplaceable bond between pets and their guardians, she has tailored her specialty services to uphold these values.
As the only female-owned cardiology business in the region, Dr. Durtschi isn’t just breaking the glass ceiling; she’s reconstructing a more inclusive, balanced veterinary world. She fosters empowerment and resonance for fellow female veterinarians and business owners. Through her dedication, warmth, and personalized approach to cardiac care, Dr. Durtschi doesn’t simply aspire to be a good doctor. She strives to be a beacon of comfort and assurance for you and your pet, guiding you toward heart health with unmatched empathy and expertise.
Dr. Zachery Smith is a Diplomate of the American College of Veterinary Surgeons. He specializes in complex orthopedic and soft tissue surgery. During Dr. Smith’s training he has been able to work with some of the best orthopedic surgeons in the country. He has also had the privilege of lecturing both domestically and internationally on topics such as elbow replacement biomechanics, novel therapies for canine arthritis including Platelet rich plasma (PRP), stem cell therapy, hyaluronic acid and intraarticular injection treatment. These special interests carry over into his clinical practice with a pursuit for continued advancement in options for both minimally invasive and surgical therapies.
Zachery originated from Northern California and knew from a very young age that he would persue veterinary medicine. He attended California Polytechnic University in San Luis Obispo where he achieved Summa Cum Laude for his BS in Animal Science. He continued his education at the University of California, Davis where he graduated with Phi Zeta honors and achieved his doctorate in veterinary medicine. After graduating, Zachery completed a small animal internship at Animal Specialty Group (ASG) in Los Angeles before completing his training with a three-year surgical residency with Sage Centers for Veterinary Specialty and Emergency Care. Zachery Smith was the medical director for Veterinary Medical and Surgical Goup-OC for two years and continues to serve the clients of VMSG as a staff surgeon.
Dr. Smith finds great honor in opportunities to advance the veterinary profession and is commonly found lecturing to fellow veterinarians, teaching other professionals or working on the development of novel surgical techniques. When not in clinics, Dr. Smith can generally be found working at the family’s horse ranch or at jumping competitions with his children, wife and 5 horses, 2 dogs, 3 chickens and cat.
I was welcomed into Boulevard Animal Hospital in 2023 but joined the vet field in 2002.
I started as a kennel attendant/receptionist and worked my way up to Veterinary Technician, as well as a management position.
I knew as a very small child that this was my passion and wanted to help as many animals as I possibly can and LOVE EVERY PART OF IT.
In my free time, I like to travel and spend time with my animals (too many cats to name and 1 pup named Patrick AKA Pac-man).
My focus here is making our clients and all family members (with paws) happy, healthy, and having a good experience with us.
Looking forward to working with you and your fur babies.
Hi, my name is Amanda Cao and I started my vet journey in 2023 as a volunteer at Boulevard Animal Hospital. I currently attend UCI majoring in Biology Sciences and hope to attend vet school soon after. I look forward to meeting and helping you and your pets!
Hello! My name is Diana, and I hope to become a veterinarian one day! I graduated from UC Davis in 2025 with my B.S. in Animal Science, and I have been working here ever since.
I love working with animals of all shapes and sizes, and I am currently applying to veterinary school. Growing up, I had just about every pet you could think of (birds, fish, turtles, hamsters, chickens, rabbits, etc.), but now I just have my guinea pig, Paisley, and my chihuahua/terrier mix, Daisy. I’m eager to meet you and work with your pets!
Hi! My name is Keira Beaty. I began my journey in the veterinary field here at Boulevard Animal Hospital. I’ve always had a passion for animals.
Growing up, I competed in dog shows, fostered many kittens, and rode and cared for horses, which sparked my interest in animal care from a very young age. I currently have five cats Rio, Pixie, Ellie, Mowgli, Margot and one dog, Sailor. I also care for over 10 horses at my second job. I especially enjoy getting to know each patient as an individual and helping them feel as comfortable and cared for as possible. I look forward to meeting and caring for your pets!
Jose joined us in September 2019. About him in his own words - Hi, I have been in the Veterinary field for about 6 years now and I love everything about it.
I have a small dog named Izzie and a cat that I adopted in December last year named Eva. I grew up near Downtown LA working in electrical field but transferred over to the animal world around 2013. I have an identical twin brother that does the exact same thing for a hospital in West LA. We both love to play basketball (Go Lakers!). I am looking forward to working with your pets.
Jordan joined us in 2018 and about her in her own words - Hi! I started my veterinary journey by volunteering at Boulevard Animal Hospital in 2018. I began as a kennel attendant and now I am a veterinary assistant and I plan on going to school to further my veterinary education.
I have been around animals my whole life, growing up my family had 2 cats named Butter and Princess and that is where my love and passion for animals started. I have always wanted to help and take care of every animal I can and I am really happy I get to do that here! I currently have 1 cat named Oliver and 2 dogs named Luna and Pluto. I am really looking forward to meeting you and helping your pets!
Hi, my name is Maizie Gonzales! I joined the team in 2023 while beginning my journey in the veterinary field and pursuing my dream of becoming a veterinarian. I graduated from California Lutheran University with a B.S. in Biology and a minor in Chemistry, and I am now in my second year of veterinary school at Western University College of Health Sciences.
At home, I have a little zoo of my own with my two dogs, Hershey and Buttercup, two bunnies, Biscuit and Figgy, and a bearded dragon. I’m so grateful to continue learning and growing in the veterinary field, and I look forward to meeting you and caring for your pets!
