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Krista
Practice Manager
M.Ed, CVPM, HABRI (Human Animal Bond) Certification, Rotary International, Johnston County
Krista is the Practice Manager at Willowrun Veterinary Hospital and proudly holds the distinction of being Willowrun’s first Certified Veterinary Practice Manager (CVPM). Since joining the WR team in May of 2022, she has been dedicated to creating a supportive, well-organized environment for both clients and her veterinary team. Krista is dedicated to upholding the hospital’s mission of exceptional patient care. Earning the CVPM certification reflects her commitment to professional excellence, leadership and advancing the standards of veterinary practice management.
Krista has three children and four grandchildren. She has two fur babies, Griffy (lab) and Rubble Bench (also a lab). Krista is a number artist, loves to kayak, hike and flower garden. Krista is an avid college football fan and roots for The Ohio State University (her alma mater) loud and proud!
Originally from Urbana, Ohio, Krista spent her youth as a 4-H’er, showing show steers, serving as the Champaign County Beef Queen and cheerleader. Krista obtained her Bachelor of Science degree from The Ohio State University in Animal Science and was on the OSU judging team. Years later she obtained her Master’s in Gifted Education from Wright State University. Becoming a part of the Willowrun family – and the Smithfield community – has been a great privilege and Krista is honored to serve the pets and people of this wonderful community.
Leadership Team

Bailey B.
CSR, RVT, Kennel Team Lead
Laine M.
Client Care Manager
Kelly
RVT, Technician Team Lead
Amy
Registered Veterinary Technician
Denise
Registered Veterinary Technician
Avigail
CSR
Sadie
CSR
Persephone
CSR
Bailey W
CSR
Brandon
Assistant
Caitlyn
Assistant
Estela
Assistant
Kylee
Assistant
Kelly
Assistant
Yazmine
Assistant
Anna
Assistant
Tiffany
Assistant
Samuel
Assistant
Aaron
Assistant
Bailey P
Assistant
Joelena
Assistant
Savannah
Assistant
Kevin
Kennel Technician
Naomi
Kennel Technician
Lilly
Kennel Technician
Mariah
Kennel
Charleigh
Kennel and boarding