Dr. Tessa Anderson, originally from the East Bay, attended Humboldt State University (now a Cal Poly), graduating with a BS in zoology in 2016. She went on to attend veterinary school at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, graduating with her Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) degree. Dr. Anderson's professional interests include emergency, surgery, exotics, and neurology.

Outside of work, Dr. Anderson enjoys several adventurous outdoor hobbies, including rock climbing, hiking, and camping. She also enjoys gardening, reading, and billiards/pool.