Because of our dedication to compassionate care and client education, our staff is an integral part of your pet's healthcare team.
Veterinarians
Dr. Kirsten Huston - Owner
Dr. Kirsten Huston purchased Woodmoor Veterinary Hospital in May 2007. She graduated Magna Cum Laude from Washington State University in 1997. After practicing in Washington State for 10 years, Dr. Huston and her kids decided to move to beautiful Colorado. She believes in practicing the best medicine and creating an environment in which her clients and staff feel comfortable and appreciated. Dr. Huston especially enjoys getting to know her patients and their human families. When not at the hospital, Dr. Huston likes camping, traveling, reading, and spending time with her four children, three dogs, and cats. She is never one to miss out on a good laugh and has worked to create a fun, friendly atmosphere at the hospital. |
Dr. Lianne Baker
Dr. Lianne Baker has been practicing veterinary medicine since 1997. She attended the University of Virginia and graduated with Bachelor’s Degrees in Biology and Chemistry and graduated with Distinction. She then attended Ontario College, University of Guelph in Canada and graduated with Distinction from the Doctor of Veterinary Medicine program where she achieved the Dean’s List Honors each semester. Dr. Baker and her husband, Brad, spend the majority of their free time raising their two young daughters. They enjoy hiking and Dr. Baker also competes in mountain biking events. |
Dr. Isabelle Rivera
Dr. Isabelle Rivera started at Woodmoor Veterinary Hospital in July 2018. Prior to studying veterinary medicine at Ross University School of Veterinary Medicine (Class of 2014), Dr. Rivera worked as a registered nurse for nearly 20 years! She spent most of her youthful years in Florida and decided to make Colorado her new home to be closer to her sons and new grandbaby. Prior to coming to Colorado, she practiced in North Carolina where she focused on dogs, cats and exotic medicine, including wildlife. She has a great interest in exotics, including reptiles, wildlife, and pocket pets such as ferrets, guinea pigs, rats, chinchillas, and small rodents. Dr. Rivera has two sons, Daniel and Michael who live in Denver. She spends her free time visiting with her sons, loving on her grandson, and on occasion she visits the mountains and goes camping. She has two dogs, Elliot and Hank, two cats, Princess and Pretty Princess, a lizard, and a fish. |
Dr. Keaton Gross
Dr. Gross and her family moved to Colorado from Memphis, TN in December 2018. She graduated Magna Cum Laude from Clemson University in 2012 with an animal and veterinary science degree. She attended veterinary school at Mississippi State University from 2012 - 2016. She practiced veterinary medicine in a rural town outside of Memphis for 2.5 years and was very active in shelter medicine work as well. Her special interests include soft tissue surgery and dermatology. Dr. Gross is a member of the AVMA and the CVMA. She now lives in Colorado Springs with her husband and daughter and their 3 dogs and cats. When not as the hospital, Dr. Gross enjoys spending time outdoors, reading, and hanging out with her family. |
Administration |
Jim Chaffin, DVM - Practice Manager
Dr. Jim Chaffin grew up on a walking horse farm in south Mississippi. He began working in the veterinary field in 2002, graduated from Mississippi State University in 2008 with a Bachelor’s of Animal Science and again in 2012 with his Doctorate of Veterinary Medicine. After completing his schooling, he worked in Mississippi and Louisiana before moving to Colorado Springs in 2016. When not at the hospital he enjoys hiking, skiing, and traveling with his wife and son. The Chaffin’s have 2 dogs, 2 cats, and a snake.
Dr. Jim Chaffin grew up on a walking horse farm in south Mississippi. He began working in the veterinary field in 2002, graduated from Mississippi State University in 2008 with a Bachelor’s of Animal Science and again in 2012 with his Doctorate of Veterinary Medicine. After completing his schooling, he worked in Mississippi and Louisiana before moving to Colorado Springs in 2016. When not at the hospital he enjoys hiking, skiing, and traveling with his wife and son. The Chaffin’s have 2 dogs, 2 cats, and a snake.
Technical Staff
Alida, VT - Lead Technician
Alida has been in the veterinary field for more than two decades now - working with large domestics to reptiles and avian, if you can name it she probably has cared for it. Alida spent most of her career in the Bay Area of California, where she was a docent at the Oakland Zoo, and moved here with her family in 2016.
In her free time she loves to go off-roading and kayaking with her husband and two daughters. Care and comfort is her focus, with a happy, healthy pet as her end goal. She really found a home here at Woodmoor Veterinary Hospital and she can’t wait to meet you and your furry friends!!
Alida has been in the veterinary field for more than two decades now - working with large domestics to reptiles and avian, if you can name it she probably has cared for it. Alida spent most of her career in the Bay Area of California, where she was a docent at the Oakland Zoo, and moved here with her family in 2016.
In her free time she loves to go off-roading and kayaking with her husband and two daughters. Care and comfort is her focus, with a happy, healthy pet as her end goal. She really found a home here at Woodmoor Veterinary Hospital and she can’t wait to meet you and your furry friends!!
Tori, CVT
Tori grew up in Monument, Colorado where she graduated from Lewis Palmer in 2013 and went on to get her bachelors degree in Biology from the University of Northern Colorado. She graduated from the Colorado Academy of Veterinary Technology at the top of her class in September of 2019. In November 2019 she passed her national licensing examination to become a Certified Veterinary Technician. Tori has 2 dogs, a Golden Retriever named Dixie and a Yorkshire Terrier named Molly who she enjoys taking into the mountains on her days off. She also owns 2 sugar gliders. Also on her days off, she likes to read and play video games. |
Mackenzie, CVT
Mackenzie graduated from tech school in 2019. While she grew up in Texas, Colorado has been her home for the past few years. Mackenzie’s love for animals started early through working on her family’s ranch and watching Disney movies. Her favorite activities include enjoying video games, snuggling with her cat, Remy, and taking hikes in nice weather.
Mackenzie graduated from tech school in 2019. While she grew up in Texas, Colorado has been her home for the past few years. Mackenzie’s love for animals started early through working on her family’s ranch and watching Disney movies. Her favorite activities include enjoying video games, snuggling with her cat, Remy, and taking hikes in nice weather.
Eryn, VT
Eryn relocated to Colorado from the Space Coast of Florida to be closer to family and pursue an education in veterinary medicine. She is no stranger to snow being born and raised in Minnesota. Recently graduated from the Colorado Academy of Veterinary Technology’s with an associate’s degree, Eryn graduated top of her class. In her free time Eryn enjoys fishing, spending time with her furry babies, and exploring the Tri-Lakes area, but her greatest passion in life is the health and well-being of every animal she meets.
Eryn relocated to Colorado from the Space Coast of Florida to be closer to family and pursue an education in veterinary medicine. She is no stranger to snow being born and raised in Minnesota. Recently graduated from the Colorado Academy of Veterinary Technology’s with an associate’s degree, Eryn graduated top of her class. In her free time Eryn enjoys fishing, spending time with her furry babies, and exploring the Tri-Lakes area, but her greatest passion in life is the health and well-being of every animal she meets.
Client Care Specialists
Shelly, CCS - Front Office Manager
Shelly has been in Colorado since 2001. Much of her free time is spent lovingly caring for her horses, four dogs and assorted cats. Besides caring for all her critters, Shelly has also been known to help care for her neighbor’s animals! Dedicated to Woodmoor since 2004, she enjoys horseback riding, rodeos and shoe shopping. Shelly is also an active member of the Kit Carson Riding Club, too!
As an animal lover she had always wanted to work at a veterinary hospital. Her favorite part of the job is loving on all of the animals while they wait for their visits. Shelly is the friendly face at our front desk that everyone knows and we are so pleased to have her with us.
Shelly has been in Colorado since 2001. Much of her free time is spent lovingly caring for her horses, four dogs and assorted cats. Besides caring for all her critters, Shelly has also been known to help care for her neighbor’s animals! Dedicated to Woodmoor since 2004, she enjoys horseback riding, rodeos and shoe shopping. Shelly is also an active member of the Kit Carson Riding Club, too!
As an animal lover she had always wanted to work at a veterinary hospital. Her favorite part of the job is loving on all of the animals while they wait for their visits. Shelly is the friendly face at our front desk that everyone knows and we are so pleased to have her with us.
Kenzie, CCS
Kenzie joined the Woodmoor family August of 2018. She loves hiking with her dogs, sleeping and coloring! She has 3 dogs at home-Britta, Emma, and Jenny and her kitty Loki. Fun fact about Kenzie is she has brown freckles in her eyes. We are blessed to have Kenzie as part of our team.
Kenzie joined the Woodmoor family August of 2018. She loves hiking with her dogs, sleeping and coloring! She has 3 dogs at home-Britta, Emma, and Jenny and her kitty Loki. Fun fact about Kenzie is she has brown freckles in her eyes. We are blessed to have Kenzie as part of our team.
Kayla, CCS
Kayla has been a part of the Woodmoor team since April 2019. She was born in Arizona and enjoyed playing soccer in college. She, her husband, and their two fur babies (Opie and Willow) moved to Colorado Springs in February 2019. Kayla is passionate about helping every animal that comes through our doors. When she is not at work, she enjoys spinning/indoor cycling. |
Kennel Technicians
Diana, Kennel Tech
Diana is originally from Lares, Puerto Rico. She has 3 cats at home and enjoys drawing and painting in her free time. Diana is a great addition to our team and helps out as a veterinary assistant during her free time at work.
Diana is originally from Lares, Puerto Rico. She has 3 cats at home and enjoys drawing and painting in her free time. Diana is a great addition to our team and helps out as a veterinary assistant during her free time at work.
Mariah, VA, Kennel Tech
Mariah has lived in Colorado for the past 8 years. She graduated from PIMA Medical Institute with her veterinary assistant degree, and plans to go back to school to either become a CVT or a specialist in animal behavior or zoology. She is originally from Landstuhl, Germany. Mariah loves discovering new music, karaoke, and snowboarding in her free time.
Mariah has lived in Colorado for the past 8 years. She graduated from PIMA Medical Institute with her veterinary assistant degree, and plans to go back to school to either become a CVT or a specialist in animal behavior or zoology. She is originally from Landstuhl, Germany. Mariah loves discovering new music, karaoke, and snowboarding in her free time.
