Dr. David Hocher is the medical director at Round Rock Animal Hospital and has been practicing veterinary medicine since 1992. He earned his B.A. in Biology from Baylor University in 1987, followed by his Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (D.V.M.) from Texas A&M University in 1992. Dr. Hocher is a dedicated member of several professional organizations, including the American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA), Texas Veterinary Medical Association (TVMA), Capital Area VMA, and is a supporter of the Christian Veterinary Mission.
With over three decades of experience, Dr. Hocher has developed particular interests in dentistry and ophthalmology, with a strong commitment to preventative care. He has been a resident of Round Rock for over 30 years, and he has enjoyed getting to know many of its pet-loving residents over that time.
Outside the clinic, Dr. Hocher and his wife Kathy enjoy spending time with their three grown sons. He is passionate about playing piano and regularly performs with his church worship band. His hobbies also include woodworking and traveling. The Hocher family shares their home with three beloved dogs—two Yorkies named Poppy and Woody, and a Collie named Belle.
Dr. Sharon Waters is a transplant from the East Texas area. She earned her B.S. in Zoology from the University of Texas at Austin and her Doctor of Veterinary Medicine from Texas A&M University. She is a member of the AVMA and TVMA.
Her special interests include canine and feline internal medicine, dentistry, wound healing, and caring for aging pets.
In her free time, Dr. Waters enjoys swimming, hiking, traveling, scrapbooking, and spending time with her family. Life with her three active daughters keeps her busy at swim meets and water polo games. She also enjoys organizing the nursery at her local church. Their family cat, Mittens, is currently battling lymphoma and doing great.
Dr. Maynor graduated from Texas A&M’s College of Veterinary Medicine in 2010. Since then, she has worked as a small animal veterinarian in the suburbs of Houston and Fort Worth. In 2019, Dr. Maynor moved to the Austin area with her husband, son, and three dogs: Hanna (a Pit Bull mix), Huck (a Beagle), and Fitz (a Beagle mix). She worked as a relief veterinarian around Austin until recently joining Round Rock Animal Hospital.
Some of Dr. Maynor’s professional interests include dermatology and preventative care. In her free time, she enjoys gardening, watching movies, and discovering fun activities to do around Austin with her family.
Dr. Douglas McConkey earned his Bachelor’s degree in Animal Science and Veterinary Medicine from Texas A&M University, graduating in 1999. He is a member of both the Texas Veterinary Medical Association (TVMA) and the American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA). Dr. McConkey has a special interest in dermatology.
Outside of work, Dr. McConkey enjoys gardening and physical fitness. He is married and has two sons, as well as two cats named Diva and Cheeto.
Dr. Garcia-Lindborg grew up in Albuquerque, New Mexico — “The Land of Enchantment.” As a child, she loved working with and training her family pets and, like many veterinarians, always dreamed of joining the profession. She graduated from New Mexico State University in 2005 with a Bachelor of Science in Biology and a minor in Biochemistry. She then attended Colorado State University, where she earned her Doctorate of Veterinary Medicine in May 2010.
Dr. Garcia-Lindborg moved to Austin, Texas, in 2018 with her husband and six fur babies. They immediately fell in love with the city's vibrant culture and knew they had made the perfect decision. They love that Austin is extremely pet-friendly and always offers something new to explore — not to mention the amazing breweries and restaurants the city has to offer. In her spare time, she enjoys dancing, hiking, watching movies, and training her dogs to learn new tricks.
Dr. Garcia-Lindborg is passionate about preventative care, the human-animal bond, animal behavior, and the Fear Free movement. She is Fear Free Certified, Low Stress Handling Certified, and a member of the American Veterinary Society of Animal Behavior (AVSAB). She also holds memberships with the American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA), the Texas Veterinary Medical Association (TVMA), and the American Animal Hospital Association (AAHA).
Dr. Garcia-Lindborg finds nothing more rewarding than providing excellent client education to help pet parents make informed medical decisions for their animals. She truly loves the veterinary profession and is committed to delivering the compassion and care needed during times of uncertainty and stress. Her goal is to ensure that your fur baby is well cared for and stays happy and healthy while at the clinic.
She is thrilled to be joining the Round Rock Animal Hospital family and looks forward to meeting you and your furry companions!
