Dr. Shonte Bishop-Mwakyanjala
Dr. Bishop purchased Coral Reef Animal Hospital in September 2024, after practicing in the Jacksonville area for 6 years. Dr. Bishop is originally from Miami, Florida where most of her family still resides. She attended Florida State University for her undergraduate studies and received a B.S in Biological Sciences with minors in Chemistry and Spanish. She went on to attend the University of Florida College of Veterinary Medicine where she received her Doctorate of Veterinary Medicine in 2018. Upon graduation she moved to Jacksonville, FL.
Dr. Bishop has worked in the field of veterinary medicine since 2011, starting as a kennel assistant then veterinary assistant prior to veterinary school. Dr. Bishop hopes to create an animal hospital that is family oriented, a staple to the community, and has a great culture for its employees.
When Dr. Bishop is not working; she can be found spending time with her husband, daughter, and pets. She also enjoys baking, drawing, and sewing (when she has the time).
Fun Fact...
I once had a goldfish that lived to be nearly 10 years old and he lived in 4 different cities with me!
Thank you, Dr. Langford
Dr. Richard Langford founded Coral Reef Animal Hospital in 1994. Originally located in Jacksonville Beach, the hospital was moved to its current location in 2009. Dr. Langford, along with his wife Tatiana were a vital part to the Atlantic Beach community for many years. We hope to continue to grow the hospital that they built. Dr. Langford and Tatiana retired in November 2024.
Alyssa
Practice Manager
Alyssa has been practice manager at Coral Reef Animal Hospital since November 2024. She has been working in the field of veterinary medicine since 2015. Her long term goals include creating online content for veterinary professionals to reduce burnout and create better hospital cultures. She is most proud of finding a team of like minded individuals to practice medicine with, where pets always come first.
In her spare time she enjoys spending time with her son and pets, painting, and playing League of Legends.
Fun Fact...
Who I am at the silent disco is not who I am anywhere else. Give me headphones and a good song, and I’ll become feral.
Brielle
Client Service Representative
Brielle joined the team of Coral Reef Animal Hospital in March of 2024, this is her first role in veterinary medicine. Brielle hopes to go to school to become a radiology or surgical technician
She is most proud of her ability to figure skate, having started at age 2, and having completed multiple triathlons. When she isn’t working she enjoys baking, painting, and cooking
Fun Fact...
I have a black belt in Tae Kwan Do and was part of a reenactment group called Lewis and Clark Fife and Drum Corps as a kid
Kasper
Client Service Representative
Kasper joined the team of Coral Reef Animal Hospital in August 2024. She has worked with animals since 2022, and this is her first position in an animal hospital. She hopes to one day become a veterinarian and open her own cat rescue.
She is most proud of moving across the country from Colorado at 18 by herself! When she is not working she enjoys spoiling her to 2 cats rotten. She can be seen taking them on hikes or using them as references in her art.
Fun Fact...
I don’t just like cats and dogs, I also love reptiles and insects! I have a crested gecko named Cannoli and plenty of bug books and art
Natt
Technician
Natt has worked at Coral Reef Animal Hospital since June 2023, this her first position in veterinary medicine. She hopes to one day become a veterinary technician at a zoo.
Something she is proud of is having received an Associates degree and her Chemical Laboratory Specialist Certificate.
When she isn’t working she can be found watching horror movies.
Fun Fact...
I was once punched by a bonobo when I was an intern at the Jacksonville Zoo