Meet the Team at The Pet Hospital of La Mesa

At The Pet Hospital of La Mesa in La Mesa, CA, our team takes pride in providing exceptional veterinary care for our patients. Join our compassionate community, where our top priority is to foster the long-term health and happiness of your cherished pets.

Get To Know Us

Your Trusted Veterinary Team in La Mesa, CA

Dr. Espinosa (Medical Director)

  • Experience: Practicing since 1987 (34 years)
  • Education: University of San Diego and University of Southern California, Davis
  • Special Mention: Pride’s self in personalized care for patients
  • Interests: In his free time, he volunteers as a puppy raiser with Canine Companions for Independence.

Dr. Espinosa's Biography

Dr. Espinosa was born and raised in San Diego. He received a bachelor’s degree from the University of San Diego in 1982 and graduated from veterinary school in 1987 from the University of California at Davis. He has been running the Pet Hospital of La Mesa since 1999. His special interests include internal medicine and soft tissue surgery. Dr. Espinosa and his wife currently share their home with a Brussels Griffon named Gigi and volunteer their time raising guide dog puppies.

Dr. Leto

 

  • Experience: Practicing since 1990 (31 years)
  • Education: University of Florida in 1985 (Bachelor of Science in animal science); Kansas State University in 1990 (Doctor of Veterinary Medicine degree) 
  • Special Mention: Prides herself on “honesty and compassion.”
  • Interests: Exercise, watch movies, spend time with friends when possible

 

Dr. Leto's Biography

Dr. Leto has been practicing in the veterinary field of medicine for over thirty years. In 1985, she received her Bachelor of Science degree in animal science from the University of Florida. Upon graduation, Dr. Leto left Florida and settled down near Manhattan, Kansas, to begin the next part of her journey towards becoming a veterinarian. She graduated with her Doctorate of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) in 1990 from Kansas State University. Dr. Leto prides herself on honesty and compassion. In her free time, she enjoys watching movies and spending time with friends.