Veterinarians

Dr. Katie Tiglio is a native Southern Californian. After earning her Bachelor of Science degree in Biology from UC Santa Barbara, Dr. Tiglio continued her love of science in the research field. She dedicated the next 5 years to studying human Age-Related Macular Degeneration at her alma mater, and later investigating synapse formation and development at UC San Diego.

Dr. Nancy Norell's love for animals, combined with a strong interest in biological science, physiology and medicine, led her to pursue a career in veterinary medicine. Growing up, her family had Siamese cats, as well as hamsters and rabbits. While in college, she achieved her dream of owning a horse, and enjoyed riding for many years in San Diego County.

After receiving her Bachelor of Arts degree in Animal Physiology from Revelle College at the University of California, San Diego, she pursued her lifelong ambition of becoming a veterinarian. In 1998, she received her degree of Doctor of Veterinary Medicine from the University of California, Davis.

Dr. Norell has enjoyed practicing high quality medicine, dentistry and surgery in San Diego County for the past 19 years. Her areas of special interest are dentistry, feline medicine, internal medicine, and preventive care. She is a member of the following organizations:

American Veterinary Medical Association
San Diego County Veterinary Medical Association
American Association of Feline Practitioners
Cornell Feline Health Center
Foundation for Veterinary Dentistry

Dr. Norell is a San Diego native and lives in Cardiff with her husband, Bob, and their four cats: Babu, Sven, Adelia and Anders. During her spare time, she enjoys hiking, gardening, and reading.