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Our Team

Our Veterinarians

Proudly serving the Pocatello area, the Alta Animal Hospital team of skilled veterinarians welcomes you to our practice. At Alta Animal Hospital, it is our daily privilege to provide quality vet care to your cherished pet, with compassion and competence. We hope to ensure a positive impact on our patients, pet owners and the local community.

Dr. Kristen

Dr. Kirsten Nickisch

Managing Veterinarian

Dr. Burkman holding cat

Dr. Sherilynn Burkman

Associate Veterinarian

Dr. Taylor Ellis

Dr. Taylor Ellis

Associate Veterinarian

Dr. Kristen

Dr. Kirsten Nickisch

Managing Veterinarian

Dr. Burkman holding cat

Dr. Sherilynn Burkman

Associate Veterinarian

Dr. Taylor Ellis

Dr. Taylor Ellis

Associate Veterinarian

Our Client Service Specialists

Alta Animal Hospital’s experienced support staff strive to provide personalized, compassionate care for our patients and clients alike.

stencil drawing of dog's face and body

Fern

Client Service Specialist / Veterinary Technician

Taryn

Taryn

Client Service Specialist / Veterinary Technician

Kaitlyn

Kaitlyn

Client Service Specialist / Veterinary Technician

stencil drawing of dog's face and body

Meagan

Hospital Manager

stencil drawing of dog's face and body

Fern

Client Service Specialist / Veterinary Technician

Taryn

Taryn

Client Service Specialist / Veterinary Technician

Kaitlyn

Kaitlyn

Client Service Specialist / Veterinary Technician

stencil drawing of dog's face and body

Meagan

Hospital Manager

Our Veterinary Technicians

Laurie with two dogs

Laurie

Certified Veterinary Technician

Samantha

Samantha

Certified Veterinary Technician

Jason

Jason

Certified Veterinary Technician

LEAH

Leah

Veterinary Technician

Azalea

Azalea

Veterinary Technician

Laurie with two dogs

Laurie

Certified Veterinary Technician

Samantha

Samantha

Certified Veterinary Technician

Jason

Jason

Certified Veterinary Technician

LEAH

Leah

Veterinary Technician

Azalea

Azalea

Veterinary Technician

Our Blood Donors

Did you know pets need blood too? Our hospital treats numerous patients throughout the year that require blood or plasma transfusions vital to their recovery process. Our hospital maintains a blood donor program that is comprised of volunteer pets. Thanks to the Blood Donors at Alta these pets have a fighting chance to overcome serious trauma or illnesses.