Meet our Staff

Dr. Kris Ahlgrim, DVM (Owner/Veterinarian) Started GVH: opened the doors in April 2003 Grew up in: Littleton, CO (Colorado native) Education: DVM (Colorado State University), 1992; formal internship in Springfield, MA Companions: 3 dogs, 4 birds, 1 tortoise and 11 turtles Hobbies/interests: soccer, Irish dancing, cooking Membership Associations: AVMA (American Veterinary Medical Association), CVMA (Colorado Veterinary Medical Association), DAVMS (Denver Area Veterinary Medical Society), AAV (Association of Avian Veterinarians), ARAV (Association of Reptile and Amphibian Veterinarians), and AEMV (Association of Exotic Mammal Veterinarians). Best thing about GVH: Opportunity to make a difference in the lives of so many animals and their wonderful owners. This would not be possible without the dedicated staff that surrounds me.	Dr. Kris Ahlgrim

Dr. Alison Hazel, DVM (Relief Veterinarian) Started GVH: August 2005 as a Relief Veterinarian Grew up in: New Jersey Lived in Colorado since: 2005 Education: DVM (Cornell), 1992 Companions: Leo (cat) Hobbies/interests: avian & exotic medicine, sailing, hiking and wildlife conservation. Membership Associations: AVMA (American Veterinary Medical Association), CVMA (Colorado Veterinary Medical Association), DAVMS (Denver Area Veterinary Medical Society), AAV (Association of Avian Veterinarians) and Colorado Wildlife Rehab Association. Best thing about GVH: Great dedicated staff and practice.	Dr. Alison Hazel Relief veterinarians that we trust to take care of our GoldenView patients when Dr. Ahlgrim is out of the office are hard to find. We share Dr. Hazel with other veterinary hospitals around the Denver Metro area that also need her,and appreciate the compassionate way she takes care of GVH patients when she is here.

Stefanie, CVT (Veterinary Nurse) Been with GVH since: July 2005 Grew up in: Lafayette, CO (Colorado native) Education: AS, CVT (Bel-Rea Institute of Animal Technology) Companions: 3 dogs(Albert, Lily, and Stella) and 3 birds(Alfie, Cali, and Hedwig). Hobbies/interests: Ballroom dancing, reading, hiking, anything outdoors and traveling. Best thing about GVH: working with the staff and animals, and at the end of each day having the satisfactions of helping others.	Stefanie and a furry friend Stella.

Jan (Client Service Representative - CSR) Been with GVH since: July 17, 2005 Grew up in: Lake Worth, Florida Lived in Colorado since: January 1975 Education: Associates degree at RRCC Companions: 3 cats, BeBe, Ferbie, and Shy, also is a "surrogate mom" for clinic cat, Jackson Hobbies/interests: hiking, scrap booking and reading Best thing about GVH: all the different kinds of animals.	Jan and our clinic cat, Jackson.

Katy, CVT (Veterinary Nurse) Been with GVH since: September 2008 Grew up:Charlotte, NC Lived in Colorado since: 2006 Education: Bel Rea Institute, 2 year Associates of Applied Sciences Companions: Sassy, Meesha (Chihuahuas) and Howie (Shepard Mix), 7 snakes, 2 rats, and a frog! :-) Hobbies/interests: Reading, movies, watching wheelchair Rugby, being outdoors! Spending time with my dogs. Best thing about GVH: The staff and hospital animals! They make everything enjoyable! Also interacting with clients and their loved ones!	Katy with Annie's Fund recipient Jax

Sarah (CVT), Certified Veterinary Nurse Been with GVH since: Again :-) Aug 1, 2009 Grew up: Colorado Lived in Colorado since: Birth Education: Bel-Rea Institute 2002 Hobbies/interests: Spending time with my family, seeing live music when possible. I love being outside(walks and hikes). Best thing about GVH: The staff, and going over and above for our clients!	Sarah & friend

Jenette (CSR - Client Service Representative) Been with GVH since: Oct 2009 Grew up: All over--Dad was in the Air Force Lived in Colorado since: 1998 Education: Some college Companions: Baron, a 6 year Chow mix (he has 3 legs, and I love him). Duke, a 4 year Corgi mix Hobbies/interests: Reading, Writing, Dogs, Motorcycles, Hiking the "great outdoors" Best thing about GVH: The wonderful staff and all the unique clients.	Jenette her dogs Duke (Red Merle) and Baron (Black)

Lauren, CSR Been with GVH since: Jan 2010 Lived in Colorado since: Born and raised here, and I love it! Education: Currently in school majoring in biology Companions: Dogs, cats, looking to buy a hedgehog sometime soon Hobbies/interests: Skiing, hiking, wakeboarding, running, soccer, camping, traveling, anything outside. Best thing about GVH: The people, everyone is so great with and does everything they can to help the animals.	Photo Coming Soon

Samantha, Vet Assistant Been with GVH since: March 2010 Grew up: Colorado Lived in Colorado since: Birth Education: Hands on training for 5 years Companions: Boxer "Jewels" aka Julie Bear & 5 cats...Z.J, Nadia, Gretta, Tiger, and Midget Hobbies/interests: Spending time with my kids, family, friends, & pets. I collect and have a very large paper-doll collection Best thing about GVH: The people, everyone is so great with and does everything they can to help the animals.	Samantha with CeCe

Tanya, CVT Been with GVH since: May 2010 Grew up: Parker, Colorado Lived in Colorado since: always Education: Associates from Bel-Rea Animal Institute Companions: 2 horses, 3 dogs, 1 burro, 2 cats Hobbies/interests: Animals, classic cars, gardening, home remodeling, and other recreational activities with family and friends. Best thing about GVH: The great environment of everyone working together to take care of each animal.	Tanya

Carrie, Customer Service Rep Been with GVH since: Returned April, 2010 after a 3 year absence Grew up: Florida and Colorado Lived in Colorado since: Most recently since 2003 Education: On the job and still learning! Companions: Montana, one faithful dog! Hobbies/interests: Love the outdoors, gardening, horseback riding. Also custom design and decorate birdhouses! Best thing about GVH: The diversity of the clients and their pets!	Photo Coming Soon

Patti, Practice Manager Been with GVH since: July 2010 Grew up: Minnesota Lived in Colorado since: 2007 Education: CVT 1987, AAS-Nursing 1998, Business owner 1999-2007. Companions: 3 cats and 8 [perfect] parrots - 2 Amazons, 3 African Greys, a male Eclectus and 2 Cockatiels Hobbies/interests: My animals have always been a hobby. Educating others about the care & enrichment of companion birds. Women's ministry and marriage ministry. My husband and I are enjoying discovering CO sites in our off time. Best thing about GVH: Dr. Kris and the staff work together so well to provide exceptional service to every client and patient.	Patti with Higgins and Bogie (2 of her 8 flock members)

Are you and energetic, motivated "people person?" If so, you might be the person we are looking for to become part of our dedicated veterinary team. We are a fast-paced two doctor practice that prides itself on teamwork and a warm, caring approach toward our clients and patients. If you are experienced in working with very little supervision, enjoy people and pets, and are looking for a challenge, fax your resume and cover letter to: 303-279-1081