At Animal24, we work with a very clear principle in mind: to look after your animals just as we would want our own to be cared for.
Our team of vets and veterinary nurses shares a commitment to providing friendly, honest, and high-quality care. We know how important they are at home; that is why we ensure that both companion animals and their families feel supported, listened to, and reassured at all times.
To us, they are not just patients—they are part of your family… and a little part of ours too.
Veterinarians
Alberto Barra
Veterinary Director
Alberto holds a degree in Veterinary Medicine and has an extensive, well-established track record in the companion animal sector, particularly in clinical practice and veterinary management.Throughout his career, he has combined daily clinical work with a strong commitment to education. As part of his educational role, he carries out intensive teaching activities, actively participating in courses, seminars, and specialisation programmes aimed at both students and practising veterinary surgeons.
He currently balances the directorship of Animal24 with medical practice, standing out for his focus on the constant evolution of veterinary medicine, teamwork, and a close relationship with both patients and their families.
Baltasar cortés
Veterinarian
Baltasar is a senior veterinary surgeon at Animal24, bringing extensive clinical experience and a comprehensive vision of veterinary medicine to the centre after many years in the sector.Throughout his career, he has focused his practice on managing complex clinical cases, high-severity emergency care, and monitoring hospitalised patients, making him a fundamental pillar of consultation and support for the rest of the team.
He is known for his professional rigour and sound clinical judgement, ensuring high efficiency in resolving complex pathologies and providing maximum safety for admitted patients.
Miriam Albañil
Veterinarian
Miriam has an established track record spanning several years at the hospital, making her a key professional in both medical clinical activity and the co-ordination of the centre's daily services.She has extensive experience in internal medicine and stands out for her ability to supervise, manage, and co-ordinate multiple complex cases simultaneously, always maintaining strict methodological rigour.
Her constant commitment, accumulated experience in the sector, and technical leadership skills place her as an indispensable part of the medical structure at Animal24.
Inmaculada Peinado
Veterinarian
Inmaculada carries out her clinical activity primarily in the emergency and hospitalisation departments, where she is noted for her high level of responsibility in managing and monitoring critical patients.She has specialised training in laboratory work and clinical diagnostics, actively participating in analytical testing and the detailed study of internal medicine and medical emergency cases.
Her ability to work under pressure, attention to detail, and strong commitment to animal welfare make her a highly valued professional for the proper follow-up of admitted patients.
Manuel Calvo
Veterinarian
Manuel plays a strategic role within the centre, balancing medical clinical activity with important duties in the organisation, management, and general co-ordination of the hospital.Throughout his career, he has demonstrated great versatility and problem-solving skills across very diverse areas of the hospital, making him a key figure in ensuring operational efficiency in the clinic’s day-to-day running.
His global vision of hospital operations, coupled with his skill in resolving complex cases, makes him one of the go-to veterinary surgeons within the Animal24 team.
Ángela Lirola
Veterinarian
Ángela carries out her clinical activity primarily within the emergency and hospitalisation departments, where she combines the management of critical patients with care deeply centred on their well-being.She has a special interest in behavioural medicine and has expanded her professional training in both small and large animal ethology. This specialisation allows her to seamlessly integrate a behavioural approach into her daily clinical practice.
Her dedication to animal welfare and her specific expertise in ethology ensure that patients receive not only high-level medical treatment during critical situations, but also a low-stress and compassionate hospital experience.
Técnicos y Auxiliares
Cristina Romero
Veterinary Assistant
Cristina carries out her professional role as a clinical assistant, focusing her activity mainly on the hospitalisation and palliative care of patients admitted to the centre.Her work is centred on ensuring the well-being, constant monitoring, and proper care of animals during their hospital stay. In addition, she collaborates with the hospital’s external services, providing technical assistance in veterinary tasks that require travel outside the clinic.
She stands out for her high dedication to animal care and her operational support capacity, facilitating the optimisation of the medical team’s workflows.
Cristina Cunha
Veterinary Assistant
Cristina has been with Animal24 for over two decades, establishing herself as a fundamental asset to the hospital's day-to-day operation, internal organisation, and evolution during this time.In the technical area, she primarily handles customer service and care co-ordination, alongside taking responsibility for purchasing and stock management to ensure the availability of medical supplies in the hospital’s daily routine.
Her extensive experience, approachability, and commitment have made her a benchmark figure and an indispensable face for both the team and the hospital’s clients.
María Castillo
Veterinary Assistant
María works as a clinical assistant, actively participating in critical areas of the hospital such as the hospitalisation service, consultation assistance, and technical support in the surgical theatre.Her daily practice is geared towards the meticulous care of hospitalised patients, specialising in monitoring and animal welfare during pre- and post-operative processes.
She stands out for her sensitivity when handling patients, providing a calm environment and empathetic support to both animals and their families throughout the clinical process.
