Dr Kristen Rogers has been practicing veterinary medicine since graduating from the Ohio State University in 2010. She enjoys developing a relationship with her patients and clients that allows for highly individualized care. Her interests lay in imaging and diagnostic medicine.
She is a mother to three fantastic children. In her spare time, she has many hobbies including gardening, crafts, and photography. Never a dull moment….
Amy Roland joined the team as the Practice Manager in July 2024. Dr Rogers has been caring for her pets since 2010. Over the years Amy has developed an amazing trust and admiration for Dr Rogers and after many years of management, in the childcare world, Amy was honored to be asked to work with Dr Rogers in her practice!
Amy is married and has a grown daughter. She has 3 huskies at home, along with a Maine Coon mix kitty. She enjoys any time she can spend with her family and is very involved with fostering and volunteering for a local rescue organization. Her and her husband absolutely love to travel, near and far, and spend many weekends, spring through fall, camping with their doggos!
Oh, and if you’ve met her, you probably already know that she is a huge Bills fan and is determined to make all of the Manitou Hill staff Bills fans as well… Go Bills!!!
Hello, my name is Halle Davalos. I have been a Licensed Veterinary Technician in New York State since 2014. In starting my career in Veterinary medicine, I was able to work alongside a Veterinarian who practiced eastern and western medicine as well as cared for farm animals and companion animals. From there my interests changed to how to promote a healthier lifestyle for my companion animal patients with rehabilitation therapy and fitness. There I was able to learn from a Veterinarian and Technician staff, the importance of how the body performs at its best on a musculoskeletal and neurological level. With my well-rounded knowledge and experiences in Veterinary medicine, I can provide better quality care for the patients here at Manitou Hill Vet Practice.
On my down time, my family and I love to go hiking, fishing, kayaking/boating, and camping. My two boys “Bullet (left) and Blue (right)” are my fur children. We are always staying active in dog sport competitions and learning new tricks. They will do just about anything for a treat. You will most likely hear me talk about them while in appointments.
Tricia Cooke Cardot is one of our Techs who started working at Manitou Hill Vet Practice in June of 2024. She grew up in Rochester and graduated from Gates Chili High School. She then went on to continue her education at Genessee Community College and graduated with her Associate degree in Applied Science (Veterinary Technology) in May of 2015. She moved on to Suny Brockport for her Bachelor Degree in Science (Biology) which she received in May of 2018. Fun fact: Her research on The Effects of Magnesium Deprivation on the Flora of the Gastrointestinal Tract was published through SUNY Brockport!
Tricia also worked at the Department of Defense Military Working Dog Center on Lakeland Airforce Base while in the Army. She currently lives in Gates with her husband, Aunt, and two German Shepherds, Brutus and Wile E! In her spare time, she enjoys spending time with her dogs, playing Airsoft, Dungeons & Dragons, video games and building Legos. Tricia says, “I’ve always felt more connected with animals and wants to help them have the best lives possible!”
Courtney Knapp started at Manitou Hill as one of our Techs in August of 2024. Courtney is a LVT who grew up in Macedon NY, she went to Alfred State College in 2020 and graduated with an associates degree in Veterinary Technology in 2022. She enjoys listening to music, watching tv, going to the movies, reading, and snuggling with her two labs Leo and Luna
Brooke Ferrante is our Vetting Assistant! She started working here, at Manitou Hill Vet Practice in August, 2023. She grew up in Rochester and graduated from Gates Chili High School. She went on to continue her education at Monroe Community College and graduated with her Associate's Degree in Liberal Arts, in 2023.
Brooke currently has
Brooke Ferrante is our Vetting Assistant! She started working here, at Manitou Hill Vet Practice in August, 2023. She grew up in Rochester and graduated from Gates Chili High School. She went on to continue her education at Monroe Community College and graduated with her Associate's Degree in Liberal Arts, in 2023.
Brooke currently has two orange kitties (Tony and Marshall Meowthers), a bunny (Alpha), and 6 ducks!!! She recently adopted her sweet puppy Clyde and also has two German Shorthaired Pointers who keep her on her toes!!!
In her spare time, Brooke enjoys watching TV with her kitties… who also love TV! She also loves shopping at Marshalls and TJ Maxx… who doesn’t, right?
Growing up with cats, dogs, bunnies, ducks, chickens and wildlife, Brooke gives credit to her parents for her love of animals.
Marial Ophardt wears many hats here at Manitou Hill Vet Practice! You will find her at the front reception area, taking histories before Dr Rogers comes into the room, filling meds or tidying up around the practice! She started when we opened in July, 2023. She grew up in Greece and graduated from Hilton. Her and her husband went on to
Marial Ophardt wears many hats here at Manitou Hill Vet Practice! You will find her at the front reception area, taking histories before Dr Rogers comes into the room, filling meds or tidying up around the practice! She started when we opened in July, 2023. She grew up in Greece and graduated from Hilton. Her and her husband went on to raise her beautiful family on their family fruit farm. In 2008 she purchased her horse farm and started training horses, trying her hand at therapeutic horseback instruction. She then changed her farm to a horse rescue.
Fun Fact: Marial is Dr Rogers’ very proud mother! No doubt that she passed her love of animals down to her daughter.
In her spare time Marial enjoys cheering on her grandchildren at their many events. Marial is also an avid Bills fan… GO BILLS!
She enjoys working with animals because of the unconditional love they give.
Mattie Rife has many roles! She started working here, at Manitou Hill Vet Practice in December 2023. She started off in kennel and has moved to Reception. She grew up in Gates and Hilton and graduated from Hilton High School. She has gone on to continue her education at Penn Foster and will graduate with her Associate Degree to become
Mattie Rife has many roles! She started working here, at Manitou Hill Vet Practice in December 2023. She started off in kennel and has moved to Reception. She grew up in Gates and Hilton and graduated from Hilton High School. She has gone on to continue her education at Penn Foster and will graduate with her Associate Degree to become a Vet Tech! You will see Mattie shadowing the techs as she is learning more and more in school and on the job.
Mattie has two younger sisters who she loves dearly! She has a house full of pets to love, too, including 4 dogs, 6 cats, a turtle, 2 ferrets, a bunny, an axolotl and some fish!
Other working experiences include working at Zarpentine Farms, a doggy day care and pet sitting! In her spare time, Mattie enjoys Roller Derby! She also absolutely loves trail riding on horses!
Mattie enjoys working with animals because they give her life. Animals have been her passion since she was just 5 years old. She knew then, that she wanted to work in Vet Med. Being able to help animals, whether family or others, gives her relief and makes her heart whole. It has become a dream come true to be able to work in Vet Med especially at such a kind and loving office.
Krystal joined us here as a Receptionist in January of 2024 with many years of experience in the veterinary field, holding an array of different positions. She has since become Head Receptionist and truly enjoys leading the front of the practice. Any help or service she can provide to pets and their parents brings her joy, as taking car
Krystal joined us here as a Receptionist in January of 2024 with many years of experience in the veterinary field, holding an array of different positions. She has since become Head Receptionist and truly enjoys leading the front of the practice. Any help or service she can provide to pets and their parents brings her joy, as taking care of animals is her primary passion. Quality care is a top priority. She also enjoys spending time with all of her own pets, lots of crafting, antiquing, and playing video games.
Krystal currently has...
Dachshund: Faye Valentine
Black Cat: Fleetwood Mac
Orange Cat: Parker Alexander
Julie joined Manitou Hill Vet Practice as a Receptionist in April of 2024. She previously worked with Dr Rogers at another practice.
Julie grew up in Spencerport and graduated from Spencerport High School. She married her high school sweetheart and went on to have 6 children! They still reside in Spencerport with their 3 dogs, 3 kitties
Julie joined Manitou Hill Vet Practice as a Receptionist in April of 2024. She previously worked with Dr Rogers at another practice.
Julie grew up in Spencerport and graduated from Spencerport High School. She married her high school sweetheart and went on to have 6 children! They still reside in Spencerport with their 3 dogs, 3 kitties and a bunny.
"Family and Jesus are always first. I love to camp, travel and crochet/sew when I have a moment"
Julie enjoys working with animals because they have always been an important part of her life. The unconditional love and joy they bring are truly unmeasurable.
Tiffany Wenzel joined our team as a Receptionist in September of 2024!
She grew up in Spencerport and graduated from Hilton High School.
Tiffany has a kitty named Opal and also resides with her parents animals: A kitty named Luna and a dog named Holly.
In her spare time, Tiffany enjoys reading, doing crafts, watching TV and hanging out wit
Tiffany Wenzel joined our team as a Receptionist in September of 2024!
She grew up in Spencerport and graduated from Hilton High School.
Tiffany has a kitty named Opal and also resides with her parents animals: A kitty named Luna and a dog named Holly.
In her spare time, Tiffany enjoys reading, doing crafts, watching TV and hanging out with Opal.
"Working with animals makes work so much fun! I like knowing that I am making a difference in animal lives!"
Megan is one of our Kennel Attendants/ Vet assistants who started working at Manitou Hill Veterinary Practice, in early January of 2024. She grew up in Penfield and graduated from Penfield High School. She is continuing her education at Genesee Community College, and will graduate in 2026, with her Associate Degree in Veterinary Technol
Megan is one of our Kennel Attendants/ Vet assistants who started working at Manitou Hill Veterinary Practice, in early January of 2024. She grew up in Penfield and graduated from Penfield High School. She is continuing her education at Genesee Community College, and will graduate in 2026, with her Associate Degree in Veterinary Technology. She has been in the Veterinary field since 2019 as a kennel attendant and has had some time as a receptionist as well. She currently has 6 cats, a bearded dragon, two crested geckos, a hamster, and fish. All of those pets she loves to play with and take care of. Megan enjoys working with animals because she’s always had a deep love for them. She wants to be able to help take care of them as well as give them the love and attention they deserve.
Chrissy has always loved working in the canine industry, with experience ranging from doggy daycare to grooming salon to dog bakery. In addition to Manitou Hill, she is currently employed at Woofies gourmet dog bakery, where she makes healthy, homemade dog food for our local furry friends. In her spare time she likes going on adventures
Chrissy has always loved working in the canine industry, with experience ranging from doggy daycare to grooming salon to dog bakery. In addition to Manitou Hill, she is currently employed at Woofies gourmet dog bakery, where she makes healthy, homemade dog food for our local furry friends. In her spare time she likes going on adventures with her dog Bentley, listening to country music, cooking, interior decorating and tending to her many plants.
At Manitou Hill Vet Practice, we have been providing compassionate and comprehensive veterinary care to pets and their families for over 20 years. We started as a small clinic and have grown to become one of the most trusted names in veterinary care.
We believe that every pet deserves the best possible care. We treat each pet as an individual, taking the time to get to know them and their unique needs. Our philosophy is based on providing personalized care and building lasting relationships with our clients.
We offer a wide range of services, including wellness exams, vaccinations, dental care, surgery, and more. Our team of experienced veterinarians and staff are here to provide you and your pet with the highest quality care.
We are proud to be a part of the local community and are committed to giving back. We partner with local animal shelters and rescue organizations to help pets in need. We also offer educational resources and programs to help pet owners provide the best possible care for their pets.
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