A native of Ann Arbor, Michigan, Dr. Rick obtained his undergraduate degree at Montana State University, continuing on to Washington State University for his veterinary education. Following his doctorate degree, he completed the Surgical Intern/Residency Program at the University of California at Davis where he met his wife, Kathy. Together they moved to the Santa Ynez Valley and have been an integral part of Alamo Pintado Equine Medical Center from its earliest years. Dr. Rick and Kathy live in the small town of Ballard where they have raised two sons, Jonathan and Carson. Dr. Rick retired from active practice in April of 2021. He often remains on-site and is involved in research initiatives and hospital advancements. (Source)

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