Meet Our Veterinary Team

Savanna Jasa

Veterinary Assistant / CSR

Savanna joined the Ridgeview team in April 2025 and brings over two years of veterinary experience and a lifelong love of science and animals. She came to Central Oregon with her family and quickly found her place caring for pets by assisting in surgery and anesthesia — her favorite parts of the job. When she’s not helping patients, Savanna can usually be found painting, enjoying a concert, or tending to her aquariums filled with fish, corals, and other sea life. She shares her home with Sparrow, a lovable, needy cat, and Sadie, her wiggly boxer sidekick. Savanna’s curiosity and passion for learning keep her growing every day — both in and out of the clinic.

Beckie Mikel

Veterinary Assistant / CSR

Beckie joined the Ridgeview family in February 2025 after moving from Eugene to be closer to her husband’s family in Central Oregon. With five years of experience in veterinary medicine, she loves building connections with animals and seeing them feel better — especially when she gets to be part of that healing process. Beckie has a special interest in ultrasound and appreciates how her team supports one another through every busy day. Outside the clinic, she enjoys reading, photography, and learning woodworking, but her favorite moments are spent outdoors or at home with her family and their lively crew of pets — Piper, Sugar, Abby, Bolt, and Cheeto. Beckie’s biggest inspiration is her son, and she often dreams of being a sea turtle. Her motto? “You just gotta keep livin’ man. L I V I N.”

Marissa

CSR / Veterinary Assistant

Marissa was part of Ridgeview’s original opening team and recently returned after taking some time off — and the clinic just wouldn’t be the same without her! With a deep love for animals and a growing passion for surgery, Marissa enjoys meeting pets of all kinds and helping them feel their very best. Outside the clinic, Marissa loves spending time with her family and two beloved pets: Stout, a sweet senior bulldog, and Bane, a mischievous orange tabby with a knack for stealing chicken nuggets. She also enjoys refurbishing old furniture into something beautiful and relaxing with a good iced latte or espresso.

Courtney Studebaker

Certified Veterinary Technician

Courtney brings 14 years of experience in veterinary medicine and a lifelong love for animals to the Ridgeview team. She has a special interest in surgery and dentistry and finds the greatest reward in helping save lives and see patients heal. Born and raised in Bend, she returned to Central Oregon after completing her education in Idaho to continue doing what she loves close to home. When she’s not at the clinic, Courtney enjoys family time and caring for her lively crew of animals — from her sweet senior lab, Benelli, and goofy bulldog, Booker, to her horse Black Jack, lazy goat Uno, and a small flock of chickens and a duck. Known for her sense of humor and easygoing nature, Courtney keeps the team smiling and lives by her favorite motto: “You do you, boo boo.”

Marissa B.

Marissa has lived in Central Oregon for the last few years. She has always had a passion for animals of all sizes. Her passion started when she began volunteering at a young age with therapeutic horses and shelter dogs. Ever since then she has always wanted to work in Veterinary Medicine and assist in providing care for pets in all stages of life. She currently has a dog, cat, and rabbit.

When not working, you can find Marissa with her husband and son. Exploring the outdoors, by the water in the summer or snowboarding in the winter.

Kristi Kleniec

CSR / Veterinary Assistant

Kristi has 5 years of veterinary experience and has been part of Ridgeview since it opened. She loves hands-on care, connecting with clients, and learning new skills in all areas of veterinary medicine, with a special interest in anesthesia monitoring and diagnostics. A military brat who has lived all over the world, Kristi now calls Central Oregon home with her husband, her 11-year-old beagle/shepherd mix Daisy, and her 4-year-old son. Outside of work, she enjoys reading, video games, cross-stitch, and family time. Known as a jack-of-all-trades at Ridgeview, Kristi thrives on helping wherever she’s needed, and her favorite treats are fruit gummies and coffee.

Cassandra T.

Veterinary Assistant

Cassandra has worked in veterinary medicine for eight years and has been part of the Ridgeview team since the clinic first opened in 2024. She began her career in reception before moving into an assistant role and now also enjoys the administrative side of veterinary medicine. Cass moved to Central Oregon in 2020 and has loved building a life here with her husband and their black lab, Cash.

Outside the clinic, she enjoys spending time with family and taking on home renovation and real estate projects. Cass brings dry humor and heart to everything she does—both in and out of the clinic.

Pia S.

Veterinary Assistant

Pia was born and raised in Finland. Her love for all creatures great and small started there. Her family had horses, cats, dogs, sheep and goats. She has over 30 years of experience as a veterinary assistant.

Her favorite aspect about her job is client education and preventative medicine. Her goal is to make sure all patients are treated like family.

When not working, you can find her trail running, hiking, fly fishing and camping with her husband and their dogs Tuli and Tucker. They also have Happy the cat.

Courtney N.

Veterinary Assistant

Courtney has been working in veterinary medicine for over 12 years and joined the Ridgeview team when the clinic first opened in June 2024. Her lifelong love for dogs inspired her career, and she finds the greatest joy in building lasting relationships with both patients and their people. Behind the scenes, Courtney has a special interest in ultrasound—especially abdominal imaging—and loves the opportunity to keep learning and refining her skills.

Born and raised right here in Central Oregon, Courtney shares her home with two long-haired dachshunds, Basil and Billy, who proudly run the household. Outside the clinic, she enjoys racing her Mini Cooper in autocross, crafting with leather, dreaming up interior design projects, and spending time outdoors with her husband and dogs.

Kristina C., CVT

Certified Veterinary Technician

Kristina has been part of the Ridgeview family since day one, bringing her expertise, curiosity, and signature sense of humor to every exam room. She’s been working in the veterinary field since 2016 and became a Certified Veterinary Technician (CVT) in 2023. Kristina is especially passionate about client education and loves that veterinary medicine offers endless opportunities to learn and grow.

Outside of work, Kristina enjoys paddleboarding during the warmer months and cozying up with crafts, puzzles, and movies when it’s cold. She shares her home with a lively crew of rescued pets — cats Remus, Fleur, and LilyKat; dogs Luna and Poppy; and a 100-gallon aquarium filled with fish named after her favorite Harry Potter characters. A self-proclaimed nerd and proud encyclopedia of Harry Potter and Star Trek trivia, Kristina holds degrees in both American Sign Language and Veterinary Technology.

Caelli Edmonds

Veterinarian

Dr. Caelli Edmonds, a native Canadian, was raised in Washington State and graduated from Burlington Edison High School. Her educational journey led her to Warren Wilson College in Asheville, North Carolina, for her undergraduate studies. Returning to her home state, she pursued veterinary school at Washington State University, proudly representing the Cougars, and earned her Veterinary Degree in 2005. Growing up, she was involved in swimming, singing, and showing sheep in 4-H.

Her professional journey commenced with an intensive equine internship at Lone Star Park Equine Hospital in Texas from 2005-2006. Following this, she spent two years in private equine practice before discovering her true passion for small animal medicine. In 2009, along with her husband Dr. Paul, she relocated and joined Cinder Rock Veterinary Clinic, where she dedicated over a decade to building meaningful relationships with staff, clients, and patients.

In 2017, Dr. Caelli Edmonds and Dr. Paul embarked on a new venture by establishing Black Diamond Equine Veterinary Clinic. Today, the clinic thrives in the Central Oregon community, boasting multiple doctors and a highly skilled team.

Beyond her medical career, Caelli’s professional influence played a pivotal role in shaping a new clinic. Her confident personality resonates with colleagues and clients alike. Continuously advancing her skills in various areas of veterinary medicine, she specializes in dentistry, soft tissue surgery, oncology, general, emergency, and geriatric care.

Balancing professional and personal life seamlessly, Caelli is a dedicated wife and mother, raising two boys on an active farm. She instills in them the values of responsibility and balance. An avid backpacker, biker, gardener, and cook, Caelli’s ability to remain calm in the midst of chaos serves her well both personally and professionally. Her excitement is palpable as she brings Ridgeview Veterinary Clinic to Central Oregon.

Jessica Puccetti

Veterinarian, cVMA, FFCP, PennHIP certified

Dr. Jessica is an integrative veterinarian focusing on root-cause medicine and healing through all modalities. Jessica was born in Napa, California, and moved to Redmond, Oregon, at the age of 11. She grew up on acreage and participated in 4-H and FFA, raising and showing sheep, hogs, and horses. From an early age, she worked with animals and learned the importance of the human-animal bond. Jessica received her Bachelor of Science degree in BioResource Research at Oregon State University in 2009, followed by her Doctorate of Veterinary Medicine from Colorado State University in 2014.

Jessica acquired her acupuncture certification during her last year of vet school through the CuraCore Integrative Medicine and Education Center. However, her passion for integrative and root cause medicine didn’t truly start until her own family began having health challenges, and she began to truly see the limitations of Western medicine alone. Her family ignited her new passion for finding a more comprehensive approach to healing that focuses on the root cause and not quick fixes.

Jessica’s husband, Beau, was diagnosed with Ankylosing Spondylitis after searching for a “diagnosis” for his back pain for 15 years. She watched as Western medicine modalities made him more diseased, thus making him more reliant on expensive and more damaging medications.

While, Jessica and her husband, Beau were dealing with his side effects of all his new Western medications, they got pregnant with their second daughter. At the first ultrasound, the doctors diagnosed her with a cleft lip and palate. When Jessica began asking why, no doctor could give a reason so she began researching. She found that the increasing prevalence of genetic diseases in humans had been increasing exponentially in the past 100 years. Why was no one asking why?

This prompted Jessica to explore alternative healing methods for her family. She began to see her family thrive with whole food nutrition and simple things like going outside and connecting to the spiritual and the divine. This path eventually transformed her professional approach to veterinary medicine as she realized the pitfalls of Western medicine alone. As a certified veterinary medical acupuncturist, a Fear Free Certified Professional, and beginning her education in herbal medicine, her mission is clear: to provide holistic, whole-body care for pets, addressing the root causes of their ailments, just as she has learned to do in her own life.

Jessica also shares tips and tricks for pet owners through her social media on Instagram. Make sure to follow @dr.jess.dvm if you’re interested in holistic advice for pet parents!

Away from working, you can find Jessica outdoors; camping, hiking, and adventuring with her husband, Beau, her two daughters, Sedona and Adelaide, and their two dogs; Kai (a Cavalier King Charles Spaniel) and Beira (a Golden Retriever). They also have two indoor cats that rule the home (Bebe and Pai Mei).