I started working at Riversbend as a child alongside my father helping with emergency calls and daily duties of the business. As I grew older I decided I wanted to follow in my fathers footsteps to pursue veterinary medicine. After finishing undergrad and entering Michigan State University College of Veterinary Medicine I continued to take great interest in anatomy particularly anything involving surgical application. Once I entered clinics in veterinary school and took my soft tissue and orthopedic rotations, I knew I wanted to specialize in surgery. Throughout my internship and residency training I was able to live in several different states and train and work alongside many wonderful students, interns, residents, and senior clinicians. I particularly enjoyed teaching and working with clients and pets in different parts of the US as each location brought different challenges. I finished my training in 2018 and returned to Riversbend to offer speciality surgery services to the community and surrounding area.

Although I am a surgeon, I do not believe that surgery is always the answer. God has given veterinarians a great responsibility to care for animals during our time here and my greatest goal is to relieve the suffering and pain of the wonderful companions we are blessed with.

Outside of work, she enjoys spending time outdoors with her husband and daughter along with their 4 Cavalier King Charles Spaniels and a Basset Hound.

Education:
● Diplomate, American College of Veterinary Surgeons – Small Animal
● Residency, Small Animal Surgery, University of Minnesota Veterinary Medical Center
● Clinical Research Fellowship, University of Minnesota Clinical Investigation Center
● Small Animal Surgical Internship, Louisiana State University Veterinary Teaching
Hospital
● Internship Small Animal Medicine & Surgery VCA Animal Referral and Emergency
Center of Arizona
● Doctorate of Veterinary Medicine, Michigan State College of Veterinary Medicine
● Bachelors in Applied Biology, Ferris State University

Since 1998 I have been coming to work with my dad, Dr. James Scott. I thoroughly enjoy learning all aspects of Riversbend and teaching others. I enjoy watching them grow in their positions and seeing how each individual can bring their own unique ideas and passions to our team. I enjoy being outdoors, staying active in the community and spending time with my family.

I have loved animals since I was old enough to hold my first pet. In 2019, I graduated from MSU with a Bachelor's degree in Zoology and landed the job at Riversbend Animal Hospital shortly after. Seeing everyone's animals and being able to help them brings happiness and joy into my everyday life! I also enjoy camping and exploring the outdoors, reading, and spending time with my husband Drew, our 4 cats (Luna, Lance, Petrie and Ducky) and our newest edition Phoebe, a german shepherd/boston terrier mix.