Dr. Tepler grew up in New York and studied Psychology at Oberlin College. During her third year of college, she realized that all of her interests and passions intersected in the field of veterinary medicine.

After graduating, she moved to California to complete the pre-medical post-baccalaureate program at Mills College, then attended the UC Davis School of Veterinary Medicine. There, she served as an officer, foster, and adoptions coordinator for the Orphan Kitten Project, a vet-student-run feline adoption program.

After vet school, she completed a Small Animal Rotating Internship at the Sacramento Veterinary Referral Hospital, where she gained an additional year of experience in specialty and emergency medicine. Dr. Tepler has a special interest in Internal Medicine, Ophthalmology, and Critical Care. She is detail-oriented, committed to providing gentle and comprehensive care, and prioritizes minimizing anxiety in her patients.

During her time off, Dr. Tepler loves spending quality time with her partner and her kitties, Peach and Ellie. She is also passionate about singing, enjoys playing guitar and piano, and feels happiest when surrounded by nature.