I grew up surrounded by animals and wild places—from the mountain ranges and deep forests of Switzerland, New England, and the Pacific Northwest. My childhood included horses, cats, dogs, raptors, and the occasional wild ungulate wandering into my path. That early connection to nature sparked a lifelong curiosity for biological and cultural evolution that led me to study Biology and Greek Archaeology at university, eventually earning both my Bachelor’s and Doctor of Veterinary Medicine degrees from Tufts University. After an internship in equine medicine, I dove into the deep end of mixed-animal emergency practice before settling into companion animal clinical work… mostly.

A career without borders, my path hasn’t been linear, and I’ve never fit neatly into one box. Over the years, I’ve been a clinician in high-acuity emergency rooms, an anatomy professor shaping the next generation of veterinarians, a faunal remains specialist on an archaeological dig in Israel, a regulatory representative at the racetrack and rodeo, a content strategist and consultant for universities and private practices.
This diverse background taught me that whether I’m treating a patient, teaching a student, or writing a public health guide, the core skill is the same : translating complex ideas into clear, effective, and compassionate action. 
I'm passionate about pain management, One Health, adventure pets, old dogs and all cats (no exceptions!) 

When I’m not in the clinic, you’ll find me outside—usually on a mountain bike, surrounded by good friends, and happily out of cell service. I believe in the restorative power of nature and the importance of disconnecting to recharge.

I'm eternally grateful for Low-stress handling techniques, well-designed software, delegation, diversity of art medium, waterproof membranes, helmets, random acts of kindness, and thoughtful airport baggage handlers.

Professional Licensing, Certification and Training

Active Licenses, Certifications, &  Accreditation:
Medical : Veterinary Medical License (MA, CA, WA -USA); Fear Free;  Feline Friendly Practitioner; US Department of Agriculture Accredited (Cat. I & II); US Drug Enforcement Agency Registered; Certified Veterinary Pain Practitioner; Certified Veterinary Acupuncturist; Wilderness First Responder.

Non Medical :  USDA Sawyer; Incident Command System (FEMA); US Sailing Basic Cruising; PADI Open Water Diver.  Automobile & Motorcycle Driver’s Licenses.

Training: HQHVSN; MI Veterinary Corp. First Responder; Incident Command System; Wilderness First Aid; 

Languages : English (Fluent), French (Native) Spanish (Conversational)

PIMS and Computers: macOS, Microsoft Windows, Google Workspace/Classroom, Cornerstone, Avimark, Infinity, ClienTrax,  DVM Manager, Woofware, Provet, Shepherd, Neo, eVet, Digitail, Instinct, and more...