Our Team

Frances Ramirez, DVM, MSBA

Dr. Ramirez graduated from the University of Florida College of Veterinary Medicine in 2001. Then she completed a one year small animal medicine and surgery internship at Affiliated Veterinary Specialists in Orlando, Florida. She became an associate veterinarian at COVC in 2002 and fell in love with the practice. In 2005 she obtained a Masters in Science of Business Administration at the University of Florida, while she continued to practice veterinary medicine. In June of 2007 Dr. Ramirez purchased Country Oaks. She has 2 beautiful children and 4 dogs that keep her busy when not in the clinic. Dr. Ramirez has a special interest in internal medicine, veterinary dermatology, and veterinary dentistry. She is originally from the beautiful island of Puerto Rico.

Ali Fritz, DVM

Dr. Fritz graduated from the University of Florida College of Veterinary Medicine in 2016 and she joined our practice in October of 2017/ She is originally from Ocala, Florida and returned to this area after graduation. She loves dogs and cats and has a few horses too. She likes to show her horses on her time off. Dr. Fritz and her husband have a son and we are very happy to have them as part of our COVC family.

Dr. Greg Bishop

Dr. Bishop has been practicing veterinary medicine since 1986 and is a graduate of Auburn University College of Veterinary Medicine.
He practiced veterinary medicine for the last 30 years and retired in Florida. After a year of retirement, he decided he missed small animal medicine and we are lucky enough to have him join our team. Dr. Bishop joined COVC in 2015 and enjoys playing basketball and fishing when not seeing patients.

He is extremely knowledgeable, a great surgeon, and is passionate about his love of veterinary medicine.

Vienna Slava, DVM

Dr. Slava graduated from the University of Minnesota College of Veterinary Medicine in 2005 and joined our team in 2008. She has been an invaluable part of Country Oaks Veterinary Clinic ever since.

She is a highly skilled and compassionate veterinarian with a special interest in integrative medicine and acupuncture, bringing a unique and holistic approach to patient care.

Dr. Slava is not only an outstanding veterinarian but also an amazing human being. We are truly grateful for her knowledge, dedication, and friendship.