Our Veterinary Team Council Veterinary Hospital in Bethany, OK

Dr. Karina Kakareka earned her Doctor of Veterinary Medicine from the University of Florida and has over five years of experience in general practice, emergency medicine, and surgery. She holds a Certificate in Veterinary Business Management and is Fear Free Certified, reflecting her commitment to creating low-stress veterinary visits for pets. She also has advanced training in disaster preparedness, preventive healthcare, and small animal dentistry and regularly pursues continuing education in surgery, emergency and critical care, rehabilitation medicine, and ultrasonography.

Dr. Kakareka’s path to veterinary medicine began after initially pursuing a career in human medicine before discovering her true calling in veterinary care. She encourages clients to prioritize preventive care, believing that routine wellness visits, dental care, bloodwork, vaccinations, and parasite prevention are among the best ways to protect a pet’s long-term health.

Outside of work, Dr. Kakareka enjoys spending time outdoors hiking, kayaking, gardening, and spending time with her family. She also shares her home with her dogs and cats.