Meet Our Faculty
Led by Dr. Bonnie Wright, a specialist in Anesthesia and Analgesia, the Evidence Based Veterinary Acupuncture (EBVA) faculty members are highly experienced veterinarians and educators specializing in integrative medicine, pain management, and acupuncture. With backgrounds in anesthesiology, clinical research, rehabilitation, and general practice, they bring a well-rounded approach to veterinary care. Their dedication to improving animal health and mentoring future practitioners sets them apart as leaders in their field.
The collective expertise of our faculty spans over 100 years, including advanced certifications, hands-on practice, and a commitment to evidence-based treatment methods. Passionate about education, they actively contribute to the field through teaching, research, and clinical application, ensuring that students receive comprehensive training in veterinary acupuncture and pain management.
EBVA courses are designed to deliver a personalized learning experience. Our in-person sessions are small, highly interactive groups. To maintain quality instruction, we limit class sizes to a maximum ratio of one instructor per 3 to 4 students. This allows for individualized guidance, hands-on practice, and in-depth discussions throughout the course.
EBVA is the
only acupuncture program
led by a specialist in
Anesthesia and Analgesia.
Dr. Bonnie D. Wright
DVM, DACVAA
Specialist in Anesthesia and Analgesia
Dr. Bonnie Wright is a leader in veterinary anesthesia, pain management, and evidence-based acupuncture. Board-certified in Veterinary Anesthesia and Analgesia (DACVAA), she holds advanced certifications in Medical Acupuncture, Veterinary Pain Practice, Canine Rehabilitation, Canine Musculo-Skeletal Imaging and Regenerative Medicine. As the lead faculty for the Evidence-Based Veterinary Acupuncture program, she is dedicated to integrating scientific rigor into non-pharmaceutical pain management strategies.
Dr. Wright completed her DVM at Colorado State University, followed by a residency in Anesthesia and Critical Patient Care at the University of California, Davis. She has been practicing, teaching, and advancing the fields of anesthesia, pain medicine, and rehabilitation for over two decades.
Splitting her time between Colorado and Hawaii, she enjoys building her off-grid farm alongside her wife and scent-trained service dogs. She shares her life with two adult sons, several beloved dogs, half of a horse, and an ever-changing number of wild hogs and turkeys. You can learn more about Bonnie at her website, The Mistral Vet.
Dr. Kim Vanderholm
DDVM, cVMA
Dr. Kim Vanderholm is a certified veterinary acupuncturist with over two decades of experience in integrative medicine. She earned her acupuncture certification from the International Veterinary Acupuncture Society (IVAS) in 1999 and has since been deeply involved in education, teaching acupuncture at Medical Acupuncture for Veterinarians, CuraCore, and the Colorado Rehabilitation Institute (CRI).
A 1997 graduate of Kansas State University’s College of Veterinary Medicine, Dr. Vanderholm is also the managing partner of Franktown Animal Clinic, a seven-doctor small animal practice. In her free time, she enjoys the company of her three Irish Wolfhounds and a Corgi mix, who are always eager to share the couch.
Dr. Kristol K. Stenstrom
DVM, cVMA
Dr. Kristol Stenstrom is a veterinarian, researcher, and dedicated advocate for integrative pain management in animals. She earned her Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) from Kansas State University in 1994 and spent a decade as a Research Scientist specializing in the design of phase III and IV companion animal clinical trials. She continues to operate a research consulting business and actively serves on multiple veterinary boards at both local and international levels.
Dr. Stenstrom owns a referral-only veterinary practice specializing in pain management for large, small, and exotic species, with a secondary focus on palliative and hospice care for companion animals. In addition, she and her husband, Michael—also a veterinarian—own and operate a thriving four-doctor small animal practice in Lenexa, Kansas.
She resides in Shawnee, Kansas, with her husband and their three adult-ish children, who come and go at will. Their home is also shared with an ever-evolving menagerie that currently includes two cats, two wire-haired pointing griffons, two chickens, three geckos (leopard, crested, and gargoyle), and two freshwater aquariums totaling over 200 gallons with an eclectic mix of aquatic species. Beyond that, she manages a diverse herd of Simbrah and Scottish Belted Galloway cattle, an untold number of koi and goldfish, and a thriving honey bee colony.
Dr. Lisa Chase
DVM, CCRT, cVMA
Dr. Lisa Chase is a veterinarian with a deep passion for pain management, medical acupuncture, and canine rehabilitation. Dr. Chase became certified in veterinary medical acupuncture in 2017. Her dedication to improving patient mobility and comfort led her to further specialization, completing certification in canine rehabilitation at the Canine Rehabilitation Institute in 2021. She continues to integrate these skills to provide comprehensive, multimodal pain management for her patients.
Dr. Chase earned her Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) degree from Tuskegee University School of Veterinary Medicine in 2008, following undergraduate studies at the University of Florida and Florida Atlantic University. After completing a one-year rotating internship at Veterinary Specialists of South Florida, she spent a decade in general practice, where she developed a strong commitment to providing animals with more than just pharmaceutical pain relief.
In 2015, Dr. Chase and her family relocated to Colorado, where she lives with her husband, Gabriel, their daughter, Gwendolyn, and two beloved guinea pigs, Peanut and Chaka. A lifelong learner and avid hobbyist, she enjoys clay work, jewelry crafting, sewing, sketching, playing the ukulele and guitar, singing, and reading. She also loves spending time outdoors hiking and biking. Currently, she is furthering her knowledge by pursuing a graduate degree in Neuroscience.
Dr. Lisa Lancaster
DVM, CVA, CCRT, CERP
Dr. Lisa Lancaster is a seasoned veterinary professional with a deep commitment to integrating alternative therapies into veterinary care. Practicing veterinary acupuncture since 2007 and teaching since 2009, she brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to her mobile mixed animal practice, specializing in acupuncture, chiropractic care, and rehabilitation. In addition to her clinical work, Dr. Lancaster serves as a volunteer acupuncturist at the Denver Zoo, where she contributes to the care of the zoo's diverse animal population.
Before becoming a veterinarian, Dr. Lancaster worked as a farrier, igniting a lifelong passion for the equine foot that she continues to pursue. She conducts research and educates fellow veterinarians and farriers on the critical importance of hoof health. Her unique combination of clinical expertise, hands-on experience, and dedication to teaching makes her a respected leader in both the veterinary and farrier communities.
Dr. Pamela L. Muhonen
DVM, CVA, CVMMP, CERP
Dr. Muhonen is a leader in equine acupuncture and integrative medicine, with a strong focus on the diagnostic aspects of acupuncture examinations. She began her acupuncture training in 1997 and has since taught veterinary acupuncture from both a Traditional Chinese Veterinary Medicine (TCVM) and an evidence-based perspective.
She established Timberwind Veterinary Services (TVS) in 1992, which has evolved into an equine specialty practice offering acupuncture, spinal manipulation, rehabilitation, applied nutrition, manual therapy, saddle fit evaluation, and integrative pain management. Working with both ambulatory and in-house rehabilitation cases, she provides specialized care for a diverse range of equine athletes, from Draft breeds to Hunter ponies.
Dr. Muhonen earned her Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) degree from Colorado State University in 1989 and began her career in ambulatory equine practice.
When not treating patients or teaching, she enjoys gardening, playing music, hiking, snowshoeing, and spending time with her husband and Miniature American Shepherds on their ranch near Estes Park, Colorado.
Dr. Natasha Marzolf
DVM, CVAT, CCRT
Dr. Natasha Marzolf is a veterinarian with a deep passion for acupuncture, pain management, and sports medicine. She became a Certified Veterinary Acupuncture Therapist (CVAT) in 2021 to help patients manage pain, improve mobility, and enhance overall well-being. She further specialized in rehabilitation, earning her Certified Canine Rehabilitation Therapist (CCRT) designation in 2023.
Dr. Marzolf earned her Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) from Lincoln Memorial University College of Veterinary Medicine in 2020 after completing her undergraduate studies in Biology with a minor in German at Allegheny College in Pennsylvania. She spent her early years in California before moving to Stuttgart, Germany, experiences that shaped her global perspective on veterinary medicine. She is dedicated to providing comprehensive, multimodal care with a strong emphasis on client education and communication.
When she’s not in the clinic, Dr. Marzolf enjoys exploring the mountains through hiking, skiing, camping, and running with her husband and family. She also loves cooking, gardening, home brewing, and spending time with friends—always with her dog, Merlot, and her cat, Charles, close by.
Dr. Susan Neary
DVM, MS, MAOM
Dr. Neary is a highly experienced veterinarian and licensed acupuncturist with over 30 years of expertise in both veterinary and human acupuncture. Passionate about integrating Eastern and Western medicine, she specializes in using acupuncture to manage complex pain conditions that traditional medications alone cannot fully address.
After owning and operating two veterinary hospitals in the Seattle area for over a decade, Dr. Neary pursued advanced training, earning Master’s degrees in Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine (MOAM) and Pain Research, Education, and Policy (MS-PREP). This unique skill set allows her to provide innovative, integrative approaches to pain management, with a special focus on osteoarthritis, degenerative and neurological conditions, post-surgical recovery, and palliative care.
Currently, Dr. Neary practices on Cape Cod, MA, working at both a privately owned veterinary hospital and a human integrative wellness center, while also providing acupuncture house calls. She has been teaching veterinary acupuncture for more than 20 years and remains dedicated to training veterinarians in this evidence-based healing art.
