Dr. Kathryn Moriarty

I am a native Nevadan born and raised in Winnemucca. At Oregon State University I received my Bachelor of Science degree in Animal Science in 1997 and continued to receive my Doctor of Veterinary Medicine degree in 2001. A Postgraduate internship at Wheat Ridge Veterinary Hospital in Denver, Colorado provided intense training my first year as a practitioner. Eventually, I found my way home to Nevada, and my husband Bob and I established Aspen Veterinary Clinic in 2007. As I am writing this, I realized this year will mark my 20th year as a veterinarian. The years have been long challenging and full of great reward. The most significant growth being a veterinarian has been on my life is the relationships I have formed being entrusted with the delicate care of a family’s cherished pets. I used to say I wanted to become a vet so I would not have to deal with people. Wow, what a 180-degree flip that has been, getting to know the families I care for, and looking forward to positively impacting their lives anyway I can. Professionally, I have an interest in dentistry, surgery, dermatology, and internal medicine. To get to know me of duty, I love to bake, cook, garden, serve at church, snowboard, teach math in homeschool (can’t wait to get to calculus), and spend every living movement with my husband and two teenagers.

Amanda Nolen, LVT

Amanda has been with Aspen Veterinary Clinic since opening our doors and has been a committed pet care provider for many types of animals her whole life: horses, miniature horses, dogs, cats, birds, chickens, fish, and sugar gliders to name a few. She is a native Nevadan and obtained Nevada State Technician Licensing in 2009. Amanda’s career has been centered around being an advocate for the animal’s quality of life and making sure they are pain free as possible. She has taken a proactive role in specializing in anesthesia and pain management training to provide the best comfort for patients under her care. Amanda, also, is an advocate for end-of-life quality care ensuring that at this emotional time she is the animals advocate to ensure it is treated gently, respectfully, and without anxiety. She has taken initiative to provide our community with River Clare’s Pet Cremation Service to help families be comforted in the handling of their beloved pets’ ashes.

Stephanie Estrada, LVT

If you have brought your pet into Aspen Vet anytime in the last decade Stephanie has been treating pets, you likely noticed that your pet gets excited when they hear her doggy voice entering the exam room. Stephanie is one of the great animal bonders of our clinic. Between her happy voice, hugs, soothing pets, and many treats animals love her. Stephanie dove into the veterinary work force 10 years ago and immediately tackled Veterinary Technician Education and State Licensing while maintaining full time employment. Stephanie’s professional interest have been focused on behavior and fear free veterinary visits trying to reduce anxiety for pets and pet owners. If your pet gets nervous she is the expert to consult to help your pet get the care it needs.

Jennie – Office Manager

Savannah Rasband, LVT

Savannah has been working with animals since 2005 when she worked at The Humane Society of Utah. She went on to get her Associates degree in Veterinary Technology in 2006 and has worked at Veterinary Clinics since. She got her Technicians License here in Nevada in 2022.

Mikaila Wilde, LVT

Mikaila is a native of Nevada. She has always devoted her time to care for animals and contributing to the community. She graduated from the University of Nevada, Reno with a Bachelors in Agricultural Science with an Animal Science emphasis. After pursuing and earning her Associates Degree in Veterinary Technology, she went on and obtained her veterinary technician license. In 2024 she will be going to vet school to pursue her dreams of becoming a veterinarian.

Amanda – Client Services | Reception

Emily – Pharmacy | Inventory

Nicole – Communications Operator

Dr. Matt Barnes

Dr. Barnes is a Nevada native and grew up on his family’s cattle ranch in Jiggs. He attended Utah State University, where he received a Bachelor’s Degree in Animal, Dairy, and Veterinary Science and met his amazing wife. He completed his first two years of veterinary school in Logan, then transferred to Washington State for his final two years. Upon graduation he returned home to the ranch. He enjoys working as a mixed animal veterinarian, and as a 6th generation rancher, large animal medicine is his passion. Dr. Barnes is happy to come to your ranch or see your horses and small ruminants at the clinic.

Geavonia Belsher, LVT

Geavonia was raised in Nevada and joined the US Navy after high school. She served 4 years and moved to Las Vegas. Geavonia helped start the technician program at PIMA Medical Institute. Geavonia became a licensed technician in 2007 and has specialized in ER and Critical Medicine. Geavonia and her family moved back to Spring Creek in 2022 and have started a small farm. In Geavonia’s spare time, she likes to be creative, garden, and take care of her critters.