Meet the Team

BART IAIA, DVM, CVA, FAAVA

Dr. Bart Iaia is a 1992 graduate of Tufts University School of Veterinary Medicine. His professional interests include dentistry and food therapy.  Dr. Iaia also has interests in complementary medicine and has completed courses in Lomilomi.  He is a certified acupuncturist from both the Chi Institute and the International Veterinary Acupuncture Society.  He has had extensive Chinese Herb training through A Time to Heal.  He is also a fellow of the American Association of Veterinary Acupuncture (FAAVA).  Dr. Bart enjoys spending time with his wife Denise, their daughters Brie and Gianna, and the household pets. “I have always admired Veterinary Medicine. It truly is a profession that allows one to practice all aspects of medicine.”

Dorothy Kielkopf, VMD

Dr. Dorothy Kielkopf grew up around the country, her parents being in the army. She attended Penn State University and received her undergraduate degree in Political Science and Geography. She worked with the government for a brief time, and then decided to return to school to receive her Veterinary degree from the University of Pennsylvania, graduating in 1998. She has been practicing ever since, in the Puget Sound region.

“Being a Veterinarian, I feel I'm able to make a tangible difference in the lives of people and their pets. I left my government job because I saw no end to my work, but working with pets, I find a common ground with their owners because we both care for the same thing."

Crystal Milhone, Receptionist

Crystal is a native of the beautiful Pacific Northwest and has been in Gig Harbor for over 30 years. Prior to joining the PetZen team, she spent 20 years working with children at a local pediatric medical office. After taking a brief hiatus from work to focus on self-care, she decided to follow her heart in the pursuit of working with animals. Crystal has been at PetZen since November of 2018 and is excited to be involved in the expanding field of integrative veterinary medicine. "It never ceases to amaze me how much an alternative approach to pet care has improved and prolonged the quality of life for so many of our beloved fur babies!". Crystal has always had special compassion and unconditional love for animals and feels blessed to have the opportunity to work in an environment with them every day. Outside of work, Crystal is the mother of two adult sons and a geriatric lab named Jade. When she is not running the reception desk at PetZen she enjoys spending time with friends and family and also loves the challenge of a good crossword puzzle along with creating handmade greeting cards and personalized gift bags.

Kim Larson, Veterinary Assistant/Kennel

Kimberlie was born and raised in Washington State.  She grew up watching her mom show dogs and instantly fell in love with animals.  From then on she knew she wanted her career to be working with animals.  She currently is in the process of acquiring her Veterinary Assistant Certificate through Penn Foster.  She joined the team in March of 2020.  Her goal is to be able to help animals in need who have been abandoned or injured and help them live a better, happier life.  Kim is a mother of 2 two and a stepmother of 4.  She has 2 cats, Oscar and Thumper, and 2 dogs, Athena and Brutus.  In her free time, she is doing arts and crafts or watching movies or TV shows with her family.

Dawn Broadstreet, Veterinary Assistant

I recently moved to the PNW from East Texas to be closer to my sister. On my off time, I hang out with family and enjoy exploring the beautiful PNW. I have always had a love for animals and a passion for helping them. I have two dogs Abby and Belle that are my kids.