Meet Our Support Staff

Our healthcare team "paraprofessionals" include a Practice Manager, Receptionists, Certified Animal Health Technician (Tech Supervisor), Non-certified Veterinary Technicians, and Veterinary Assistants. Each member of our team embraces our mission of "Absolute Love of Pets". They pursue continuing education to keep current on the latest medical advances and techniques.

Cardiology Northwest utilizes the same support staff as Barbur Blvd. Veterinary Hospital, in addition to having a specially trained technician to assist with cardiology procedures and support the special needs of our cardiology patients and their owners.

You can meet the rest of our staff by clicking on Barbur Blvd. Veterinary Hospital

Kiri, Veterinary Technician (Cardiology) 

Kiri has been with BBVH since 2001. Joining the clinic as an assistant, she cared for boarding and hospitalized patients, while keeping everything squeaky clean and tidy. In the fall of 2002 she was trained to become a receptionist. In the following three years she continued to develop a relationship with the owners of the pets she loves so much.

In March 2005 she was offered the opportunity to become a technician and work side by side with Dr. Wood. Since then she has gained knowledge in Cardiology as well as general practice. Her primary duties consist of taking and developing radiographs, performing ECG tracings, drawing blood and assisting Dr. Wood and Dr. Atkinson with all cardiac procedures as well as keeping him organized. If you have any questions or concerns with Cardiology or VetCentric, Kiri is the one to contact.

During her spare time she finds happiness on her motorcycle. She also enjoys everything the Portland area has to offer, from the performing arts and music to the hiking trails. When at home her two cats, Daphnie and Leeloo keep her company.

“I am very fortunate to work with Dr. Wood and specialize in Cardiology. I am able to help improve the quality of life in our furry companions every day. They are a joy to work with and it’s a pleasure to befriend their owners.”