A Culture of Passion
Because that’s what your pet deserves
Meet the Phinney Veterinary Team in Seattle, WA
We believe that great care starts with great people. Every team member brings unique expertise, warmth, and dedication to every visit — because it takes a team that truly cares to provide care that truly matters.
Find Your Purpose.
At Phinney Veterinary, we’re always looking for dedicated, compassionate individuals to join our growing team.
Dr. Kari Moore
Associate Veterinarian
Dr. Moore grew up in Kansas City and has lived in Colorado and Oregon before making her way to Seattle. She began working in veterinary hospitals in 2000 before eventually deciding to become a veterinarian, and graduated from Oregon State University in 2015. She has been practicing Small Animal medicine in Seattle since that time. Her interests involve feline/canine preventative health, internal medicine, and soft tissue surgery/dentistry, but her true passion is working to help animals who have historically had stress or anxiety around veterinary visits. She is Fear Free certified and continues to receive training on new techniques and ideas to facilitate gentle, safe and cooperative patient handling. She finds balance outside of work with a variety of interests including seeing live music, running, hiking, snowshoeing, gardening, and cheering on the Seattle Storm and Reign!
Dr. Laura Kimmell
DVM
Dr. Kimmell is a PNW local, originally from Portland, Oregon. Always an animal lover, Dr. Kimmell raised puppies for Guide Dogs for the Blind in high school. Her passion to support the human-animal bond led to a career in veterinary medicine. Dr. Kimmell has been practicing small animal medicine for over 10 years, spending the last few years at our sister hospital Mercer Street Veterinary Hospital. Dr. Kimmell, with her family are part of the Greenwood-Phinney neighborhood and is very excited to serve her local community @Phinney Veterinary.
Dr. Marianne Youngstrom
DVM
I’m Marianne Youngstrom, originally from Seattle, with a lifelong passion for animal behavior and welfare. I earned my undergraduate degree in Psychology from the University of Washington, where I had the opportunity to work with a variety of species, including elephants, birds, bats, and zebrafish. While I initially pursued animal behavioral research, I soon realized that my true calling was veterinary medicine, where I could make a more direct impact on the health and well-being of animals. I went on to earn my Doctor of Veterinary Medicine from Washington State University, focusing on feline medicine, with special interests in internal medicine, dentistry, and behavioral health. I am trained in Low-Stress Handling and am a Cat-Friendly Certified Veterinarian through the Feline Medical Association, committed to making vet visits as stress-free as possible. At home, my husband, Eric, a motion designer at Microsoft, and I share our lives with three beloved pets: Axel Whitepaw, our 8-year-old adventure-loving mixed-breed dog, and two charismatic and mischievous cats, Mr. Bojangles (15 years young) and Penelope Margaret (about 1.5 years old). Outside of veterinary medicine, I love long-distance cycling, trail and road running, hiking, and camping—taking every opportunity to enjoy the outdoors. Whether I’m on two wheels or curled up by a campfire with a great (but slightly cheesy) thriller novel, I’m always looking for new ways to stay active and connected to nature. My favorite food combination? A peanut butter and pickle sandwich.
Dr. Kristin Cairns
DVM
Dr. Kristin Cairns spent most of her childhood in the Seattle area. She completed her undergraduate degree in Physiology at the University of Washington. She then went on to Iowa State University to complete her Doctorate in Veterinary Medicine. Driven by a commitment to animal health, Dr. Cairns returned to Seattle to bring her passion for internal medicine, soft tissue surgery, and preventive care to her community. She has a special interest in helping pets lead longer, happier lives using a proactive approach working closely with pet owners to address their animals’ unique needs. She is also fear free certified to ensure the visit is as positive as it can be for our animal companions. Outside of the clinic, she loves spending time with her husband, her beautiful dog, Sylvi, and her cat, Izzy. An outdoor enthusiast, Dr. Cairns enjoys skiing, hiking, and staying active in the beautiful PNW landscape.
Samantha
Hospital Director
A life-long animal lover, Samantha joined our team in November 2021 and is currently studying for her LVT at Penn Foster. When she’s not hard at work in our hospital, tenderly tending to your pets, she can often be found exploring the city, thrifting, and hanging out with friends and family. She shares her home with Thackery Binx, a black cat named for her favorite movie, “Hocus Pocus.”
Kim N.
Licensed Veterinary Technician
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Lochlynn C.
Veterinary Assistant
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Jasmine T.
Veterinary Assistant
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Brooke
Veterinary Assistant
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Makayla B.
Veterinary Assistant
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Emily B.
Veterinary Assistant
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