Anasazi Animal Clinic
Meet the Doctors and Staff



Veterinarians
Hospital Administrator
Veterinary Nurses
Office Manager
Client Service Representatives
Larry
Rex



In Memory of Past Anasazi House Animals


Albert
Ali Cat
Anna Banana
Becky
Danny
Franky
Woodgen




Debra A. Nossaman, DVM

Curriculum Vitae

Anasazi Animal Clinic, Inc.
425 W. Guadalupe Rd., Suite 112
Gilbert, AZ 85233
480.497.0505
DogandCatdoctor@AnasaziVet.com
www.AnasaziVet.com


EDUCATION

  • Bachelor of Science, Bio Agriculture, Arizona State University, 1981
  • Doctor of Veterinary Medicine, Colorado State University, 1985
  • Preceptorship with Jack Henry, DVM, Diplomate of the American College of Veterinary Surgeons, 1985
  • Alternative Pathway Dental Residence, Aid Animal Dental Clinic, Ltd., Chris J. Visser, DVM, Diplomate of the American Veterinary Dental College and Curt R. Coffman, DVM, Diplomate of the American Veterinary Dental College, 2005 to present


PRACTICE PROFILE

  • Associate Veterinarian, McDowell Animal Hospital, Phoenix Arizona, 1985 - 1987
  • Founder and President of Anasazi Animal Clinic, Inc., Gilbert Arizona, 1987 to present


LICENSURE

  • Arizona, Colorado and Michigan


PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIPS

  • American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA)
  • American Veterinary Dental Society (AVDS)
  • American Animal Hospital Association (AAHA), Team Member
  • Arizona Veterinary Medical Association (AZVMA)
  • Arizona Academy of Veterinary Practice
  • Association of Veterinarians for Animal Rights
  • Veterinary Surgical Laser Society
  • Veterinary Partner of The Phoenix Zoo

  • Animal Welfare Subcommittee of The Phoenix Zoo

  • Scottsdale / Paradise Valley Dental Study Club (Human Dentistry)


PERSONAL MEMBERSHIPS

  • United States Dressage Federation (USDF)
  • Arizona Dressage Association (ADA)
  • United States Equestrian Federation, Inc.


COMMUNITY

  • Founder, Anasazi Stray Fund for animal welfare. Providing veterinary healthcare and finding adoptive parents for hundreds of stray animals in the East Valley since 1989.
  • Visit local secondary education schools providing seminars on veterinary education and responsible pet ownership
  • Participate in Career Day at local Jr. High Schools
  • Provide youth organization tours of Anasazi Animal Clinic and discussing pet care issues
  • Participate in Pima Medical Institute's externship program for veterinary nurses
  • Provide low cost spay and neuters to low income families through program administered by Maddie's Fund
  • Provide low cost spay and neuters as part of Operation FELIX feral cat program to solve feral cat related problems in Maricopa County
  • Provide low cost spay and neuters to Friends for Life Animal Sanctuary, Gilbert Arizona no kill shelter


CONTINUING EDUCATION

The Arizona Academy of Veterinary Practice, established in 1971, provides an avenue for veterinary professionals to demonstrate their commitment to veterinary science and the pursuit of excellence. Academy members are held in high esteem. Membership symbolizes that veterinary professionals have not only fulfilled their state licensing requirements of 10 hours of continuing education (CE) every year, but have completed an additional series of learning experiences of approximately 50 hours of continuing education annually. This then, provides a most comprehensive grasp of contemporary issues and expands their knowledge of the latest scientific studies and advances in diagnostic and treatment technology. Always setting a high standard for herself and her staff, Dr. Nossaman attends over 100 hours of continuing education annually.

According to the Arizona State Veterinary Medical Examining Board and the Arizona Veterinary Medical Association, as of January 2006, there are currently 1,719 licensed veterinarians in the state of Arizona and only 46 are a member of the Arizona Academy of Veterinary Practice!

Less than 2.7% of veterinarians in the state have chosen to excel to the highest level of excellence . . . aren't you glad that you have chosen Anasazi Animal Clinic, Inc. as your healthcare partner for your special friend!

Interesting data for the state of Arizona as of January 2006:

  • 1,719 licensed veterinarians
  • 680 veterinary hospitals/clinics, emergency clinics and specialty practices
  • 960 members of the Arizona Veterinary Medical Association
Dr. Nossaman is married to Anthony Nossaman. Tony is the Vice President & Hospital Administrator and brings his business, quality assurance and information technology skills to Anasazi.

Besides her numerous cats, dogs and horses, Dr. Nossaman enjoys distance running, having completed several marathons, dressage and gardening at their home near the San Tan Mountains. She has two grown children, Colin and Erin, (who grew up at the clinic), and is also the proud Grandmother of Carson, Dayton, Fallon, Tia and most recently Hazel!

Loving animals and a degree in biology has led Dr. Nosssaman to a very fulfilling career in veterinary medicine. "Animals give us so much and ask only for love. I thoroughly enjoy helping others keep their pets healthy."



Gloriana L. Halterman, DVM

Curriculum Vitae

Anasazi Animal Clinic, Inc.
425 W. Guadalupe Rd., Suite 112
Gilbert, AZ 85233
480.497.0505
DogandCatdoctor@AnasaziVet.com
www.AnasaziVet.com


EDUCATION

  • Bachelor of Arts, Biochemistry, University of Colorado, 1998
  • Doctor of Veterinary Medicine, Colorado State University, 2004
  • Completion of training in Bond-Centered Practice Certification
  • Rotating Internship in Small Animal Medicine and Surgery, Animal Referral and Emergency Center of Arizona, 2004-2005


PRACTICE PROFILE

  • Associate Veterinarian, Anasazi Animal Clinic, Inc., Gilbert Arizona, 2005 to current


LICENSURE

  • Arizona


PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIPS

  • American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA)
  • American Veterinary Dental Society (AVDS)
  • American Animal Hospital Association (AAHA), Team Member
  • Arizona Veterinary Medical Association (AZVMA)
  • Arizona Academy of Veterinary Practice
  • Veterinary Partner of The Phoenix Zoo


AWARDS/HONORS

  • Graduated Summa cum Laude in Veterinary Medicine, Colorado State University, 2004
  • Clinical Science Small Animal Anesthesia Award, Colorado State University, 2004
  • Member of Phi Zeta National Veterinary Honor Society


COMMUNITY

  • Participated in a volunteer animal shelter spay/neuter program in Greeley, Colorado
  • Provide low cost spay and neuters to low income families through program administered by Maddie's Fund
  • Visit local secondary education schools providing seminars on veterinary education and responsible pet ownership


Dr. Gloriana Halterman was born and raised in Colorado. She attended the University of Colorado in Boulder where she obtained a B.A. in Biochemistry and then Colorado State University where she obtained her veterinary degree in 2004. Dr. Halterman completed an intensive 1-year internship with the specialists at Animal Referral & Emergency Care of Arizona (ARECA) in Mesa. She had the opportunity to work closely with specialists in the fields of surgery, internal medicine, radiology, and gained extensive training in emergency and critical care. Dr. Halterman has a strong interest in canine and feline medicine and anesthesia and is very excited about the chance to work with Dr. Nossaman and the entire Anasazi Team.

Dr. Halterman shares her home with two wonderful cats (Gus and Oswald) and a strong-willed dog named Sophie. She greatly enjoys the outdoors and spending time with her critters and her family. She is especially proud to have her first niece to spoil and love.



Laura J. Diltz, DVM

Curriculum Vitae

Anasazi Animal Clinic, Inc.
425 W. Guadalupe Rd., Suite 112
Gilbert, AZ 85233
480.497.0505
DogandCatdoctor@AnasaziVet.com
www.AnasaziVet.com


EDUCATION

  • Bachelor of Science, Animal Science, Cornell University, 2003
  • Doctor of Veterinary Medicine, Washington State University, 2007


PRACTICE PROFILE

  • Associate Veterinarian, Anasazi Animal Clinic, Inc., Gilbert Arizona, 2007 to current


LICENSURE

  • Arizona


PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIPS

  • American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA)
  • American Veterinary Dental Society (AVDS)
  • American Association of Feline Practitioners (AAFP)
  • American Animal Hospital Association (AAHA), Team Member
  • Arizona Veterinary Medical Association (AZVMA)
  • Veterinary Surgical Laser Society
  • Veterinary Partner of The Phoenix Zoo


AWARDS/HONORS

  • Dean's List, Washington State University College of Veterinary Medicine
  • Member of Phi Zeta National Veterinary Honor Society
  • Dean's List, Cornell University
  • Graduated magna cum laude, Bachelor of Science with distinction in research, Cornell University
  • The Cassius Cat Foundation Scholarship
  • Frank B. Morrison award


COMMUNITY

  • Participated in a volunteer feral spay/neuter program in Moscow, ID
  • Provide low cost spay and neuters to low income families through program administered by Maddie's Fund
  • Visit local secondary education schools providing seminars on veterinary education and responsible pet ownership


Dr. Laura Diltz was born in Southern California and spent 5 years in Western Washington before attending Cornell University in Ithaca, NY where she obtained a B.S. in Animal Science. She completed her doctorate in veterinary medicine at Washington State University in 2007 after which she chose to move to Phoenix's East Valley to begin her career. Dr. Diltz has a strong interest in feline and canine internal medicine, enhancing the human animal bond, and population control to reduce the number of unwanted pets. She is very excited about the great opportunity to work with and learn from Dr. Nossaman, Dr. Halterman, and the entire Anasazi Team.

Dr. Diltz shares her home with three playful cats (Kalli, Xander, and Korbin) and a friendly Akita/Lab cross named Raiden. She enjoys spending time with friends and family (including her four-footed children), reading, and relaxing in the sunny Arizona weather.



Victoria M. Lukasik, DVM
Diplomate of American College of Veterinary Anesthesiology


Dr. Lukasik, a board certified veterinary anesthesiologist, is responsible for the Southern Arizona Animal Pain Center, a special service provided by Southern Arizona Veterinary Specialty & Emergency Center. In addition, she has her own Veterinary Anesthesiology referral practice. Dr. Lukasik has 15 years experience working with animals, including 4 years as an emergency and critical care clinician and 11 years as a board certified anesthesiologist.

Dr. Lukasik received her undergraduate degree from the University of Arizona and her doctorate in veterinary medicine from Washington State University, where she was awarded the Outstanding Senior Student in Medicine and Surgery (across all disciplines) and the Dorothy Eggerman Memorial Compassion Award. She has received awards from the American College of Veterinary Anesthesiologists, American Animal Hospital Association (AAHA), research awards from the National Institutes of Health and the National Cancer Institute, and actively participates on a committee at the National Cancer Institute. In addition, Dr. Lukasik is involved in research at the Arizona Health Sciences Center at the University of Arizona and has published numerous professional articles and contributed to textbooks on the field of anesthesia.

Dr. Lukasik completed her residency in anesthesiology at Cornell University and received her Diplomate status from the American College of Veterinary Medicine (DACVA) in anesthesia in 1996. A Diplomate signifies advanced training and is the highest medical designation for veterinarians.

Dr. Lukasik is a member of the following professional organizations:

  • American College of Veterinary Anesthesiologists
  • American Veterinary Medical Association
  • American Animal Hospital Association
  • American Association of Equine Practitioners
  • Arizona Veterinary Medical Association
  • Southern Arizona Veterinary Medical Association
  • Veterinary Emergency and Critical Care Society
  • International Veterinary Academy of Pain Management (IVAPM)