Meet our Doctors

Dr. Richard Fujie

* Dr. Fujie has retired from practice as of December 2023. He is enjoying retirement with his family. You might catch him at one of the CFA cat shows or other community pet events.

Dr. Fujie grew up on the Big Island of Hawaii, where his favorite outdoor activities were surfing, fishing, and free diving. In addition to his love for nature, he was active in baseball, scouting, student government, church, and the YMCA Model Legislature.

He attended the University of Hawaii at Manoa and received his Bachelor of Arts in Zoology and a Master of Science in Animal Science. During his undergraduate studies, he spent a semester as a biology teaching assistant at the University of Hawaii at Hilo. One of the best summers of his life was working on the Kona Coast for the UH Sea Grant Marine Options Program as a research assistant. He was part of a team of five scientists that completed a biological survey of the coastal brackish ponds from Puoko to Keahole. The discovery of a new species of invertebrate was the highlight of his summer.

At Washington State University, Dr. Fujie did a concurrent degree program and received his DVM and PhD. His doctoral research focused on the effects of a new antimicrobial drug on the renal function of poultry. He then gained practical experience by working at Sorrento Animal Hospital in Portland, Oregon, for two years after graduation.

Returning to Hawaii, Dr. Fujie worked for the State of Hawaii Department of Agriculture for a year before practicing small animal medicine for 20 years at Kahala Pet Hospital. He also served on the State of Hawaii Veterinary Licensing Board and the Executive Board of the Hawaii Veterinary Medical Association. He was also was an active participant in the Hawaii Pet Expo planning committee for over 15 years.

Dr. Fujie is known as "Vet on the Set" on the Hawaii News Now Sunrise morning show (3rd Tuesday of the month). He is also the Vice President of The Cat Fanciers of Hawaii and active in the cat fanciers' scene, where his Siamese cats often take home numerous awards.

Dr. Fujie and his wife, Donna, share their home with several cats (Lani, Tuxedo, Heggy, Mattie, Taggart, Siri, Kaimana, Bluebelle, Mr. Aloha, Hurricane Lane, Jenny, and a few babies waiting to go to new homes), who are living a life of leisure. Two of the cats were feral cats but now will only eat select types of food. His late dog, Sunny, was an abandoned pet that he adopted while in veterinary school and they traveled the Northwest together. She acted in an episode of the television show Jake and the Fatman and was also in a couple of Liberty House ads.

Dr. Shelby Goo

*As of June 2023, Dr. Goo is not accepting new patients or scheduled appointments. She is enjoying her semi-retirement and is not on the regular appointment rotation. She may continue to fill in when our other doctors are out of office.

Dr. Goo is a Honolulu native and a honors graduate of Punahou School, where she excelled academically. She completed two years of undergraduate studies at the University of Hawaii before spending a year at Oregon State University as a National Student Exchange Program participant. As a recipient of the WICHE scholarship, she continued her studies at the Colorado State University College of Biomedical Science and Veterinary Medicine, earning her B.S. and D.V.M. degrees concurrently. During her time as a student, she interned with various veterinary specialists in Boulder, CO, Simi Valley, & Los Angeles, expanding her knowledge about ophthalmology, exotic animals, and dentistry. She also participated in the AquaVet Program, studying marine veterinary medicine.

After graduation, Dr. Goo completed an additional year of training in small animal medicine and surgery at the Pittsford Animal Hospital Internship Program in Rochester, New York. She returned to Honolulu and has been practicing veterinary medicine for over 24 years. Her practice has expanded to include holistic medicine, and she completed the International Veterinary Acupuncture Society's program in 2012, enabling her to offer animal acupuncture and integrative medicine. Dr. Goo is passionate about working with all kinds of small animals, including rabbits, guinea pigs, rats, mice, birds, and chameleons.

At home, Dr. Goo is a proud caregiver to two cats (Pepe & Poki), two lovebirds (Parsley & Peachie), and two chickens (Wally & Sally). When she's not caring for her furry and feathered friends, she enjoys crafting and gardening.

*Sees pocket pets

Dr. Kimberlee Sasaki

Dr. Sasaki was born and raised in Honolulu, and is a graduate of Iolani school. She received her Bachelor’s degree in Biology from Willamette University in Salem, Oregon before earning her Master of Science in Animal Science at the University of Hawaii at Manoa. She then went on to earn her Doctor of Veterinary Medicine degree from Michigan State University (Go Green!). She practiced in Nevada until moving home, where she has been ever since.

Her special interests include surgery, dentistry, and dermatology. She also hopes to pursue certification in acupuncture to incorporate into her patient treatment plans. Dr. Sasaki truly values being part of a strong and cohesive team that is focused on providing the best care possible for all patients. She loves building relationships with clients and working with them to keep their animals as healthy & happy as possible.

Dr. Sasaki enjoys spending time with her husband, Brandon, and their dog Wall-e and two cats, Sachi and Inky. In her free time, she also enjoys traveling, trying new restaurants, yoga, Pilates, and her newest hobby golf.

* Sees pocket pets

Dr. Katie Nakamura

Dr. Nakamura grew up in Seymour, a small town in Indiana, where she was an active member of the community. She participated in 4-H, played softball, and trained seeing-eye dogs during her youth. After graduating from Seymour High School, she attended Purdue University, where she studied biochemistry as an undergraduate student.

Dr. Nakamura continued her education at Purdue, earning her Doctorate of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) degree in 2006. During veterinary school, she interned with multiple veterinarians in Idaho and gained expertise in pregnancy diagnosis in dairy cattle. Additionally, she worked as a laboratory technician at Purdue's Veterinarian Teaching Hospital, developing proficiency in various laboratory tests.

Following graduation, Dr. Nakamura returned to her hometown and practiced as a mixed animal associate veterinarian for 4.5 years. During her time in Seymour, she treated and performed surgeries on both small and large animals, gaining valuable experience in the field.

Dr. Nakamura's husband, Marcus, is a "local boy" from Pearl City, which prompted her move to Hawaii. She joined the team at King Street Pet Hospital in November 2010 and has been a valuable member of the team ever since. Dr. Nakamura and her husband have three sons, Avery, Asher, and Asa, as well as a Siamese cat named SkippyJon Jones. In her free time, she enjoys working out, spending time with her family, attending her children's activities, and trying different island cuisines.

Dr. Nicole Wong

Dr. Wong was born and raised in Honolulu, Hawaii. She had a lifelong passion for animals and a dream of becoming a veterinarian from a young age. While in high school, she devoted her time to volunteering at the Hawaiian Humane Society, the Honolulu Zoo, and at King Street Pet Hospital. During school breaks, she continued to grow her love for veterinary medicine as a veterinary assistant at King Street Pet Hospital.

After graduating from Punahou, Dr. Wong attended Colorado State University where she studied biology and graduated with honors with a Bachelor of Science in Biological Sciences and a minor in Biomedical Sciences. She went on to earn her Doctorate of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) at Colorado State University in 2017. After graduating, Dr. Wong returned to Honolulu to be with her family and worked at VCA Gentle Vets before rejoining the King Street Pet Hospital team.

Dr. Wong enjoys spending her free time with her husband, Shayne, and her shepherd terrier pup, Roxy. She has a variety of hobbies including hiking, nature photography, cooking, baking, dancing hula, and going to the beach.

*Sees pocket pets

Dr. Cheryl Mukai

Dr. Mukai was born and raised in Honolulu. After graduating from Punahou School, she headed to Chicago to pursue a degree in Chemical Engineering at the Illinois Institute of Technology.

Dr. Mukai's passion for veterinary medicine was sparked during her time as a technician at King Street Pet Hospital, where she affirmed her childhood interest in the field. She went on to study Veterinary Medicine at Massey University in New Zealand, earning her BVSc in 2015. Upon graduation, she worked at the Wellington SPCA where she gained experience in both shelter medicine and general practice.

After a few years, Dr. Mukai returned home to Hawaii and worked as an associate at VCA Family & Oahu Veterinary Specialty Center before rejoining King Street Pet Hospital. She has a keen interest in canine rehabilitation, dermatology, and dentistry, and strives to stay up-to-date on the latest advancements in these fields.

Outside of work, Dr. Mukai enjoys volunteering at the Molokai Humane Society, sewing, traveling, and spending time with her rescue dogs Kiwi, Lilikoi, and Truffles.

Dr. Aryan Buzari

Dr. Buzari's fascination with wildlife and animals began during his early childhood in South Africa's Pretoria. Later, his family relocated to Dubai, where he attended an American school, and played tennis for his high school team. Additionally, he volunteered at the Help the Workers Foundation.

During his high school years, Dr. Buzari found his passion for biology and medicine and decided to pursue a career in Veterinary Medicine. To pursue his ambitions, he moved to Cambridge, UK, and completed his A levels at CATS College. During the summer, he attended the Cornell Veterinary Medicine program, which solidified his interest in becoming a veterinarian.

Dr. Buzari completed his Bachelor of Veterinary Medicine degree (BVetMed) from the Royal Veterinary College, University of London, and became a member of the Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons (RCVS). He has a keen interest in orthopaedic surgery, neurology, and exotic medicine and wishes to pursue further training in these fields.

Apart from work, Dr. Buzari enjoys traveling, hiking, scuba diving, snowboarding, cooking, and going to the beach. He and his family have a miniature Yorkshire terrier named Phoebe, whom they rescued while in Dubai, back home in London.

Dr. Carol K. Ochiai

Dr. Ochiai was born and raised in Hawaii. She participated in soccer, track and even dabbled in basketball at Mid-Pacific High School before pursuing higher education at Cornell University. She continued on to graduating from Oregon State University and Washington State University Veterinary School in 1992. In her last year at Oregon State she competed in a bodybuilding contest and placed second overall.

Returning to Hawaii after completing her education, Dr. Ochiai practiced at several different clinics over the years as a full-time and relief veterinarian, and even doing house calls. Early in her career, she achieved a notable second-place standing in the Paradise Cup and explored competitive powerlifting. After years of hard work and achievements, she retired from the sport.

She currently shares her residence with her four feline companions: Auli’i, Sebastian, Mooshoo and Alita. Dr. Ochiai enjoys weightlifting and indulges in podcasts and audiobooks, reflecting her ongoing pursuit of knowledge.