Our Team

We currently have three equine veterinarians at our practice. Dr. Grady is the only equine exclusive veterinarian in Maricopa County that is Board Certified in Veterinary Reproduction.

Dr. Grady
Dr. Cooper

Meet Our Staff

Deanna Mead has been the office manager at Durango Equine Veterinary Clinic since 2000. She is vital to the daily function and success of the clinic, with her hard work and eye for detail keeps the clinic running smoothly. Deanna enjoys spending time with family, hiking, hunting, fishing, and anything outdoors.

Debbie McGehee

Debbie McGehee has worn many hats at Durango Equine Veterinary Clinic. She has worked at Durango for over 15 years, and started as a Veterinary Assistant. Now, Debbie works in the office answering phones and scheduling appointments for the doctors. Debbie is vital in making sure the doctor’s schedules run as smoothly as possible, and fitting in emergencies when they pop up. While not at work, Debbie enjoys being a dance mom to her daughters Faith and Joy.

Stephanie Ramirez began working for Durango Equine in February 2020 as a veterinary assistant and receptionist. She is married, and raising a homestead zoo with lots of exotic birds. Stephanie loves the outdoors and baking, and her banana bread comes highly requested. 

Taylor Cullumber has been with Durango Equine since January 2023. Taylor was introduced to the doctors at the clinic by her parents by helping out at her parents’ vet appointments over the past few years! Taylor is very crafty and can be found making DIY videos for tiktok, going on adventures outside, or goofing around with her family.

Jaycee Griffin has been with Durango Equine since February 2023. Jaycee started her career in veterinary medicine working with small animals but has switched to equine and is never looking back! When Jaycee is not at work, she can be found hanging out with her dog and horse or going on Jeeping adventures with friends in the desert.


Internships & Externships

Intern applications for 2023-2024 can be submitted up to December 31st, 2022. Please contact durangoequine@outlook.com or call the clinic for more information.

We are currently offering externships for the 2022-2023 year. If you are interested in externing, please call the office at 623-386-2928, or email durangoequine@outlook.com