The Team of Green Oaks North Pet Hospital
Thank you for making us your preferred veterinarian in Arlington, TX. Meet our amazing team below!
Meet Our Team
The staff of Green Oaks North Pet Hospital are chosen for their professionalism, compassion, and love of animals. Our compassionate and caring team of veterinarians, veterinary technicians, receptionists, administrative staff, and animal care specialists are committed to bringing you the very best in comprehensive veterinary care for your pets.
Dr. Brad Hulka, DVM
Veterinarian / Owner
Graduated from Texas A&M in 1998, earning his degree in Veterinary Medicine. He joined our staff at Green Oaks North Pet Hospital in 1998 and purchased the clinic in early 2010. He is passionate about making a difference in veterinary care, focusing on the quality of life for all animals. When he is not at the clinic, Dr. Hulka can be found riding his road bike with his wife Katie. He also enjoys hiking with his dogs, Happy and Stella, and Rhett, and watching Aggie football. Dr. Hulka is a member of the Tarrant County Veterinary Medical Association, the Texas Veterinary Medical Association, the American Animal Hospital Association, and the American Veterinary Medical Association.
Dr. J.B. White, DVM
Veterinarian
Dr. White was born and raised in Tyler, Texas. He grew up with a wide array of pets, so becoming a veterinarian was a natural calling for him. Dr. White graduated with a bachelor’s degree in Marine Biology from Texas A&M University before moving to Australia to study veterinary medicine at the University of Sydney, graduating with his doctor of veterinary medicine in 2022. Following graduation, Dr. White worked for a year in mixed practice outside of Brisbane, Australia.
Dr. White enjoys spending his spare time with his cat, Maggie, playing video games, building models, going to Rangers games, Scuba diving, and getting out and about now that he’s back home in Texas.
Cynthia
Cynthia joined the GONPH team in May 2023. With a passion for customer service, she began her career in veterinary medicine in 2002 as a CSR. She has a strong desire to help the bond between the pet parents and the veterinary teams grow stronger and to do this she feels they must truly understand one another and work together for the best interest of the patient.
In her own words: “The single most important thing to me in my life, outside my family, is my clinic and all the life within. Each client, each patient, each team member holds a special place for me.”
Cynthia is the proud mom of a Chesapeake Bay Retriever mix named Millie and a Great Dane named Remi- each with their own unique story and personality. She is passionate about her family and is blessed to be the only sister of five brothers. She loves cooking, entertaining, photography, and reading.
Laura, LVT
Licensed Veterinary Technician
Laura joined our team in April 2011. She graduated from Cedar Valley College Veterinary Technician program and is Fear Free certified. With a previous background in education and science from UNT, learning is something she enjoys and continues to do. Laura loves to teach and she trains all of our medical team members in the ways of Green Oaks North Pet Hospital. She is a fixture within the practice and exudes great compassion for our patients and clients. Laura and her husband, Kurt, have 2 dogs and a cat, all seniors. They love to travel and explore new places whenever possible.
Laura pictured here with, ‘Marley,’ one of our regular boarding pets! Photo Cred. www.menarystudio.com
Karlie
Lead Veterinary Technician
Karlie started her career in the veterinary field in 2015 and is passionate about advocating for animals. She’s dedicated to helping as many animals as she can. Karlie has an Aussie/Husky mix named Gage, who loves joining her on bike rides. She also has a Maine Coon mix named Xur and a Siamese cat named Loki. In her free time, Karlie enjoys making memories with her family, mountain biking, and playing video games. A fun fact about her: she also loves painting and working on cars and motorcycles.
Cathy
Originally from Louisiana; Cathy joined our team in August of 2019. She has a degree in Family and Child Studies. However, Cathy stumbled into the veterinary field shortly after graduating in 2012. She is driven by her compassion for animals and love of learning. In her free time she loves spending time with her boyfriend – Josh, and their two pets; a spoiled kitty named Melvin and a goofy Husky named Nero!
Cathy is pictured here with, ‘Ossy,’ one of our regular Doggie Daycare Pets.
Riley
Admin Assistant
Riley began working in veterinary medicine in 2022, gaining experience in both general practice and emergency care. They are passionate about helping heal pets in need and have always had a deep love for animals, which inspired their career path from a young age.
Riley completed coursework through Penn Foster in 2023 and is currently continuing their education to further advance in the veterinary field.
In their free time, Riley enjoys spending time with their husband, playing video games, and relaxing at home. They share their home with a lively group of pets, including two dogs—Bubby, an Akita/Pit Bull mix, and Sophia, a Black Lab as well as a calico cat named Stinky. Riley also cares for a variety of reptiles, including a ball python, crested geckos, and a leopard gecko.
A fun fact about Riley is that they placed third in the women’s division for golf on their middle school team in 2013.
Alex
Veterinary Technician
Alex began his journey in the veterinary industry in 2018 and joined the Green Oaks family in August 2022. He has always had a passion for being the voice of the voiceless and educating others. He’s currently pursuing his Bachelors at Texas Tech University and will be graduating in the spring of 2023. You can usually find Alex at record shops trying to grow his record collection, as well as playing video games, traveling, and spending time with his husband and six fur babies.
Tiffanie
Veterinary Technician
Tiffanie joined Green Oaks in September of 2021. She graduated from the University of Texas at Arlington with a bachelor’s degree in Biology and a minor in Korean. She completed her pre-vet requisites in 2020 and is applying to veterinary school next year. In the meantime, she is gaining experience, exposure, and learning the ropes of the veterinary industry. Having grown up in the restaurant industry she is a manager by night at her parents’ restaurant. In her free time, she likes to study, watch movies, and spend time with her 2 cats Smoky and Azuki.
Amanda
Veterinary Technician
Bio Coming Soon!
Katie
Veterinary Technician
Bio Coming Soon!
Rin
Rin studied at the University of Boulder and started his career in veterinary medicine in 2024. His favorite aspect of the job is helping pets feel safe and comfortable. In his spare time, he enjoys caring for his plants. He shares his home with a Belgian Malinois named Zorro, three cats named Jade, Malachi, and Moe, and a bearded dragon.
Tiara
Technician Assistant
Tiara began her journey in veterinary medicine in 2025 and is passionate about building a wide range of skills that support both pet health and client emotional well-being. She is driven by a desire to turn her passion for animals into meaningful, hands-on care.
Tiara attended Dallas College – Cedar Valley Campus from 2021 to 2024, where she studied Veterinary Technology.
In her free time, Tiara enjoys playing video games, spending time with her dog, and studying foreign languages. At home, she has a one-year-old Cavalier King Charles Spaniel named Colby. He’s a happy, playful pup who loves meeting new people and is always excited for his next treat.
Tiara’s favorite animal stories include All Dogs Go to Heaven and Marley & Me, both of which reflect her deep love for animals. She also has a strong interest in 3D animation and enjoys watching anime and Japanese dramas—often choosing Netflix over cable.
Haylon
Haylan began working in veterinary medicine on October 31, 2024, and joined Green Oaks North Pet Hospital in March 2026. They are passionate about caring for animals in need and showing compassion to those who may not always receive it. Haylan has a special interest in exotic animals and hopes to pursue a career focused on providing better care for these often-overlooked species.
Currently, Haylan is attending Tarrant County College, working toward an Associate of Science degree.
In their spare time, Haylan enjoys cooking and socializing with friends and family. At home, they care for three cats Mila, Kari, and Weepy and a skink named Juniper. Their pets keep life entertaining and full of personality.
Haylan’s favorite animal movie is Babe: Pig in the City, reflecting their lifelong love for animals of all kinds.
Bennett
(He/Him)
Bennett became certified through the University of Texas at Arlington in 2021 and has been working in the veterinary field since then. His lifelong passion for working with animals makes providing care and treatment deeply fulfilling for him. When he’s not at work, he enjoys spending time with friends and editing videos. Bennett has a grey tuxedo cat named Cas and two tabby cats named Sam and Dean. Fun fact: He played bass for eight years!
Charlie
Bio Coming Soon!
Lori
Lead Customer Service Representative
Lori has been in the field for over a year now and says her favorite part about it is getting to meet all of the clients and their pets! Lori attended Texas A&M University and completed her degree in 1985 with a degree in Elementary Education. In her spare time she enjoys watching baseball especially whenever her grandson or nephews are playing. Lori has a pet tibetan spaniel named Emma, who gives the best hugs!
Carly
Customer Service Representative
Carly began her journey in veterinary medicine in October 2023 and joined Green Oaks North Pet Hospital in 2026. She enjoys meeting a wide variety of animals and building meaningful relationships with their owners, which inspired her to pursue a career in the field.
After graduating high school, Carly continued her education through DCC to further grow her knowledge in veterinary medicine.
In her free time, Carly loves shopping and exploring new and unique food spots with her boyfriend. She shares her home with three cats—Casper, who enjoys going on walks outside, and her two younger cats, Secret and Samara, who love catnip and playing with toys.
A fan of the movie Spirit, Carly has always had a passion for animals. She grew up riding horses and was involved in the rodeo field, once dreaming of becoming a barrel racer.