Meet the Team

Born and raised in Las Vegas, Aaron moved to Hawaii in 2020, bringing with him both ambition and enthusiasm for a new chapter in the veterinary field. With a strong background in customer service and cosmetology, he offers a fresh and creative perspective with the Hale Ola team.

Dr. Abaya was born and raised in Aiea. She spent time volunteering at different small animal hospitals, shelters, and spay/neuter clinics before graduating from Washington State University. Dr.

Dr. Dunne has just moved to Oahu from Perth, Western Australia. She graduated from Murdoch University and has previously worked as a veterinarian in a small animal hospital and cat rescue shelter.

Santaysia was born and raised in Oahu. She's always loved animals and decided to join the veterinary field in 2015.

Dr. Piyalak Timbang was raised in Bangkok, Thailand. She graduated from Chulalongkorn University, the top veterinary university in Thailand.

Brandi (Rose) Watson was born and raised in Western Kentucky.

Candace has been working in the veterinary field for over a decade, bringing both experience and heartfelt care to the pets and families she serves.

Jona was born and raised in the Philippines. She first came in the United States when she was 16 years old and lived in Virginia for 10 years. In 2015, she took a leap of faith and moved in with her now fiancé to build their own family here in Hawaii.

Chelsey was born and raised in Oahu. From growing up with dogs, turtles, mice, guinea pigs, and fish throughout her childhood, she gained a growing passion for an array of species. In 2016, Chelsey joined the veterinary field at a Specialty hospital.