Rilee was born and raised in Mesa, Arizona. Since forever, she has been set on veterinary medicine knowing she wanted a career surrounded by and aiding animals. Her interests include rehabilitation medicine and the dynamic of exotic medicine. She has earned her Bachelor’s degree in Biomedical Science/Pre-veterinary Medicine from ASU in 2021 and her Associate’s degree in Veterinary Technology from Pima Medical in 2024. Her goal is to use her certification and earn her VTS specializing in Exotic Companion Animal or Zoological Medicine. Rilee has previous experience working with her local veterinary clinic and various opportunities venturing out and learning under veterinarians in both Costa Rica and South Africa to work with their beautiful wildlife. When she is not working, her activities include finding good coffee, being outdoors, and spending time with her animals at home.