Julie currently works part-time as a general practitioner, full-time as the mother of three and helps with the managerial aspects of NWVI. She is an avid early morning rower and in her ‘free time’ also enjoys sailing, cross-country skiing and traveling.

Jamie has been working in the veterinary industry for over 12 years and absolutely loves what she does—especially anything that involves ultrasound! She completed the Academy of Veterinary Imaging Soft Tissue program in 2024 and is currently in school to become a Licensed Veterinary Technician. Born and raised in Washington State, Jamie has a lifelong passion for animals and helping them live their best lives. When she’s not at work, you’ll find her spending time with her partner, Cory, and their two dogs—Benny the Golden Retriever and Buddy, a Shepherd-Husky mix—usually out on an adventure exploring the beautiful PNW.

Marissa grew up in the Seattle area and has had the pleasure of living in a handful of the surrounding cities. She initially (and finally) got the courage to step foot in the vet field in 2013 as a timid kennel assistant at a wonderful veterinary ER. Little did she know how much this would change her life because before she knew it she was given the opportunity to become a veterinary assistant. She hasn't left the animal industry since and can't imagine ever doing so. She is guilty of being a big time dog person, but loves her fair share of cats, pocket pets, farm animals and all other critters (even wildlife). She loves continuing to learn about not only animal medicine but also animal behavior.

Kayla is a Sedro Woolley native but shorty after high school moved to Seattle where she has been ever since and began to pursue her passion for animals and has now been in the Veterinary field for over 10 years. She enjoys spending time with her husband, dog and three cats. Her favorite things to do are travel, try new foods, any activities involving water and of course snuggle her fur babies Gary, Morticia, Mr. Meowghi and Blackie Chan.

Brandi started her career in vet med in 2012 at a specialty and emergency hospital. She has lived most of her life in the PNW, with a period of time on Maui where she met her wonderful husband. Her main role is being mama to their 4 young kiddos who are full of fun and keep them busy. She has an obnoxious black cat named Vader who does his best to run the household. Disneyland and Maui are a few of her favorite places, and she likes rooting for the Seahawks and Mariners. She most enjoys spending quality time with family and friends and traveling, especially to the beach!

Valerie was a practicing small animal LVT in California, Idaho, and Washington before deciding to pursue a degree in Diagnostic Medical Ultrasound at Seattle University. After honing her expertise in general and vascular sonography in human medicine, she was thrilled to have an opportunity to join a local specialty/emergency veterinary hospital in 2015 as their veterinary sonographer. She has been finding ways to share her skills with both the human and veterinary worlds ever since. She enjoys mentoring students in the clinical setting and assisting with hands-on lab practicums. The veterinary world is always close to her heart, though, and she is very excited to be part of the team at NWVI. Val enjoys spending time with family and friends, paddleboarding, other outdoor adventures with their Aussie pup (who doesn’t like paddleboarding), reading, and trying to perfect her gluten free baking recipes.

Melissa is a Seattle transplant having moved here from California in 2006. She obtained her LVT in 2009 and has worked her entire career in emergency and specialty veterinary medicine. In her free time, she enjoys hanging with her family and cuddling with her kitty at home.

Rachel grew up in Southeast Michigan and moved to Seattle in 2014 after graduating from Michigan State University with her license in veterinary technology. She has worked in both emergency and general care practice before landing herself at NWVI. She spends her free time going on adventures with her husband, son, and their two pups. She also enjoys rock climbing, yoga, spending time with friends, and tasting new foods and brews.

Born and raised here in Washington state, Lauren obtained her LVT license in 2011. She went back to school in 2016 to earn her Bachelor's degree in Zoology. Her career ranges widely from rehabbing otters in Monterey, running the ICU in emergency and specialty hospital settings, to working as an LVT at Point Defiance Zoo and Aquarium. In her spare time Lauren is out hiking with her husband and two very active golden retrievers. She is also anxiously awaiting the arrival of her first baby this summer.

Ivory is a passionate veterinary assistant with over 8 years of experience in the veterinary field and an unwavering love for animals. She recently traded the sunny skies of California for the lush landscapes of Washington. She finds joy in caring for animals and exploring the outdoors. She also enjoys working hard to make the world a better place for our furry, feathered, and scaly companions.

Sophie moved to Seattle after finishing her term as a Peace Corps volunteer in Senegal, West Africa. She went to school for wildlife biology and has done work in wildlife rehabilitation and field studies in the United States and abroad. Sophie spends her free time cooking, doing cross stitch, and watching T.V. shows with her family - her partner, their dog Scooby, and their cat Kibben.

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