07/21/2026
✨ Meet Our 2026–2027 Intern Veterinarians! ✨
Although they officially joined us in June, Dr. Giana Gonzales and Dr. Aria Rotbart have become an integral part of our team, bringing enthusiasm, compassion, and a passion for exceptional equine care. We're excited to officially introduce them to our Woodside family!
🐴 Dr. Giana Gonzales grew up in San Antonio, Texas, riding and showing hunter/jumpers with her beloved German Sport Pony, Degen. She earned both her undergraduate degree in Biomedical Sciences and her DVM from Texas A&M University (WHOOP! 🤠). Her professional interests include reproduction, dentistry, and surgery.
When asked why she chose equine medicine, Dr. Gonzales shared that horses have been part of her life for as long as she can remember, and becoming an equine veterinarian was her way of giving back to the community that created so many cherished memories. She chose Woodside for its outstanding mentorship, supportive team, and the chance to experience Virginia's beautiful horse country. This year, she's looking forward to growing her clinical skills, building relationships within our horse community, and experiencing four real seasons! In her free time, you'll likely find her at a football game, concert, or searching for the best Mexican restaurant.
🐴 Dr. Aria Rotbart grew up in the hills of Southern California, where she discovered her love of horses through Pony Club and eventing. She earned her undergraduate degree from UC San Diego before completing her DVM at the Ontario Veterinary College in Canada. Her professional interests include sports medicine, internal medicine, and emergency care.
Dr. Rotbart knew from childhood that she wanted to become a veterinarian—even hosting weekly "vet clinics" for her stuffed animals and family pets! After visiting Woodside as an extern last year, she knew it was the perfect place to begin her career thanks to the incredible mentorship and collaborative culture. She is excited to continue learning from every case, explore Virginia's horse country, and meet the horses and people who make this community so special. Outside the clinic, she enjoys riding her horse Silver, camping, hiking, reading, and trying new recipes.
Please join us in giving Dr. Gonzales and Dr. Rotbart a warm Woodside welcome! 💙 We are so excited to have them on our team and can't wait to see all they accomplish this year.
