Dr. Carisa Rindal
Experience & Background
Dr. Rindal earned her Doctor of Veterinary Medicine in 2005 from Iowa State University, the nation’s oldest veterinary school. She also completed a specialized internship in Northbrook, IL
With nearly two decades of clinical experience, Dr. Rindal brings a deep understanding of both routine and complex veterinary care. Prior to joining Vista Animal Hospital, she practiced in a variety of settings, from busy urban clinics to specialty referral hospitals. These experiences expanded her perspective on patient care and client communication. Her areas of special interest include internal medicine, surgery, neurology, and geriatric medicine. She’s especially passionate about managing chronic and age-related conditions to improve the quality of life for her patients.
Adding to her strong foundation in Western veterinary medicine, Dr. Rindal is currently pursuing certification in Traditional Chinese Veterinary Medicine. This training will allow her to offer clients and their pets integrative therpapies, such as acupuncture and herbal medicine. This can be helfpul for patients with conditions that may not respond to conventional treatments, as well as for families seeking a more holistic approach to care.
Dr. Rindal is known among her collegues for her calm, methodical approach to patient care and her ability to build lasting trust with clients and their pets. She’s committed to clinical excellence and staying current in the field, expanding her knowledge and skills to ensure every pet receives the most thoughtful, individualized care passible.
Personal Interests & Hobbies
At home, Dr. Rindal and her husband are busy keeping up with their two children and a household full of pets inspired by Norse mythology—her dogs, Thor and Yggdrasil (Yggi), and her cat, Mjolnir (Momo). Their big personalities add plenty of fun and mischief to daily life. Dr. Rindal enjoys spending time with her family and several hands-on, creative ways to relax. She gardens, roasts coffee, paints, and experiments with laser cutting.
Why I Love Working at Vista Animal Hospital
Whether treating a bouncy, excited pup or a slow senior pet unsure of his surroundings, Dr. Rindal says they have one thing in common: dogs and cats can’t tell her “what’s wrong.” That’s why she loves working closely with owners and pets to find the root issue causing pain, illness, or injury. She understands the human-animal bond and enjoys genuinely listening to clients and involving them in care decisions.
Schedule an Appointment with Vista Animal Hospital
Looking for expert, compassionate veterinary care? Contact Vista Animal Hospital today to book an appointment!