Our Team
Our Veterinarians
Dr. James Myers, DVM
Practice Owner/ Veterinarian
Dr. James Myers grew up on the central coast of California in Paso Robles, riding horses mostly in the western disciplines. Not straying far from his home of Paso Robles, he completed his undergraduate studies at Cal Poly State University, San Luis Obispo doubling majoring in agribusiness and animal science. During veterinary school at the University of California, Davis, Jim worked as a surgical technician at the large animal hospital. Upon graduation in 2013, he spent one year completing a rotating internship at Loomis Basin Equine Medical Center where he gained experience in caring for critically ill patients, anesthesia and advanced diagnostics. Upon completion of his year at Loomis Basin Equine, Jim moved east to pursue a residency in Theriogenology at the University of Pennsylvania, New Bolton Center. Upon moving back to the west coast, Dr. Myers worked in an ambulatory position with Sonoma Marin Veterinary Services offering ambulatory lameness, emergency medicine and reproductive services to clients of both the Sonoma and Marin counties. In 2019, Jim joined the team at Circle Oak Equine and expanded their services to include reproduction and further expand the services he offers in sports medicine. Dr. Myers started his own practice, Gold Coast Equine in 2019. In his downtime, Jim cherishes his time with his wife Luisa, riding their horses, traveling and the outdoors.
Dr. Katie Juarez, DVM
Associate Veterinarian
Horses are my life, all my life. I was raised on cattle ranches across Wyoming and Montana where the sheer physical ability and willingness of my horse partners made an impression that shaped who I am today. My passion for science led me to pursue veterinary medicine, where I enjoy "sciencing the bazinga" out of the fascinating complexities of equine care! As a former teacher, I find immense reward in the human side of veterinary medicine. I believe that empowering owners with knowledge about their horse's care creates stronger, healthier partnerships.
While working with my dad on and off since I was a small child, I started as a large animal technician in Wyoming in 2007. I then attended Western Governors and obtained my Bachelors and Master's degrees in education. I was a high school science teacher for 8 years. After my teaching career I earned my Masters degree in biomedical sciences from Colorado State in 2020. I then attended Oregon State where I earned my Doctor of Veterinary Medicine degree in 2024.
I’m excited to have the privilege of being part of the amazing Gold Coast team and can’t wait to meet you and your horse!
Dr. Haley Greenbank, DVM
Associate Veterinarian
Dr. Haley Greenbank grew up in Eastern, Canada and received her Doctor of Veterinary Medicine degree from the Atlantic Veterinary College (AVC). Throughout her degree she trained and competed in dressage. In her final year at AVC she completed her Veterinary Acupuncture course through Chi University. After graduation, she pursued additional training through a sports medicine internship at TD Equine in Calgary, Alberta. During this time, she worked as an FEI permitted treating vet at Spruce Meadows.
Dr. Haley has been working as a sports medicine veterinarian in California for the past 2 years. Dr. Haley’s veterinary interests include sports medicine, acupuncture and preventive care.
In her spare time Haley enjoys hiking with her dog Sawyer, horseback riding and sailing.
Our Veterinarians
Our Tech Team
Kasey Cunningham
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Veterinarian Assistant and Client Correspondence
Becky Severt
Veterinarian Technician
Ava
Veterinary Assistant
Our Team
Meet the Gold Coast Equine Sports Medicine Team
At Gold Coast Equine, our team is led by Dr. Jim Myers, whose expertise and passion for equine care are at the heart of everything we do. With a commitment to providing exceptional support for your horses, we bring together some of the most talented and dedicated professionals in the field.
Our strong, capable team allows us to deliver the innovative and effective sports medicine services that have become the hallmark of Gold Coast Equine. From optimizing performance to ensuring the well-being of your equine athletes, we’re here to help your horses thrive.
Learn more about Dr. Myers and the rest of our outstanding team below!
Our Tech Team
Our Facility Team
Rene
Facilities Manager
Carlos
Maintenance Manager
Our Team
Our Administrative Team
Kara Marks
Office Manager
Kara is a Sonoma County native. She spent her childhood running around Petaluma with her friends. She participated in band starting in elementary school and played thru college. She plays the flute, saxophone and the drums. She spent many a weekend riding horses with her friends, and enjoying her Quarter Horse “Lady”. She has always worked in an agricultural related field. Kara worked at Bar Ale in the bulk feed and hay divisions, then went to Barefoot Cellars and learned all about the wine world before coming to Gold Coast Equine where she loves being involved with the horses and interacting with our amazing customers. Kara graduated from Sonoma State University with a degree in Business Economics. Kara enjoys spending time with her husband Greg, two daughters Kristine and Kenzie, and her dog Aero. In her free time she is currently learning how to play the piano and is trying out pickleball.
Luisa Solomon
Practice Manager
Luisa grew up in the small town of Kelseyville in northern California. She has the best memories of riding her horses into town and swimming in creeks. Luisa spent many years running barrels and traveling with her mare Tilly. Over the past several years Luisa had the opportunity to ride and show cutting horses. Luisa is a Registered Nurse and works in a local emergency department when she is not working in the clinic with her husband Dr. Myers. She enjoys riding her horses with Dr. Myers and spending time with their three dogs.