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Meet our West Asheville Family Vet hospital staff.

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Dr. Erica Kelly

Dr. Erica Kelly

Veterinarian
Dr Kristine Hubbard

Dr. Lauren Komanski

Associate Veterinarian

Danielle D.

Jessica

Practice Manager

Danielle D.

Danielle D.

Veterinary Assistant

Dr Kristine Hubbard

Alanis

Veterinary Assistant
Dr. Erica Kelly

Micah

Veterinary Assistant
Danielle D.

Ava

Veterinary Assistant

Dr Kristine Hubbard

Avery

Client Service Representative
Dr. Erica Kelly

Oli

Client Service Representative
Dr. Erica Kelly

Dr. Erica Kelly

Veterinarian

Originally from New Jersey, Dr. Erica Kelly pursued her undergraduate degree in Animal Ecology and Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) at Iowa State University. Since the age of 5, Dr. Kelly has dreamed of becoming a veterinarian, and she is thrilled to continue her career by joining the team at West Asheville Family Vet. With a passion for all aspects of small animal medicine and a keen interest in both internal and preventative medicine, Dr. Kelly hopes to be a trusted resource for all her clients’ questions and concerns. She is committed to diagnosing and treating complex medical conditions in pets to ensure they lead healthy and fulfilling lives.

Outside of veterinary medicine, Dr. Kelly enjoys various outdoor activities such as hiking, mountain biking, and snowboarding. She also likes exploring breweries and spending quality time with friends and family playing board games and card games. At home, Dr. Kelly cherishes the companionship of her Border Collie, Luka, who has been her loyal companion throughout her schooling.

Dr. Lauren Komanski

Dr. Lauren Komanski

Associate Veterinarian

Dr. Lauren Komanski was raised in Winston-Salem, NC. She attended Columbia University in NYC for her undergraduate degree and continued on to NC State University for veterinary school. She is currently in the process of completing a certificate in veterinary rehab and pain management from the University of Tennessee. Dr. Komanski’s special interests include pain management, GI disease, and dentistry.

Dr. Komanski lives in Asheville with her husband, son, and two dogs. She enjoys cycling and was previously a professional cyclist and raced for the USA national team. Now in her free time, she is happiest exploring nature on a bike or foot with her family.

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Jessica

Practice Manager

Jessica has been dedicated to animal welfare since 2013, bringing over a decade of hands-on experience in management, animal sheltering, and both dog and cat behavior. Her background includes managing shelter departments, consulting on behavior cases, overseeing a horse barn, and running a dog daycare—giving her a well-rounded perspective on animal care.
Now as the Practice Manager of our veterinary hospital, Jessica combines her deep understanding of animal behavior with a passion for client service. She is committed to fostering a warm, welcoming environment while supporting a team that delivers the highest quality veterinary medicine. Jessica enjoys the constant (and occasionally chaotic) energy that comes with working with both animals and the humans who love them. After years in the field, she’s also earned the rare distinction of having literally herded cats—and lived to tell the tale.
Outside of work, Jessica shares her life with her partner and their two dogs—Molly Mae, a Newfoundland with chronic allergies, and Biscotti, a hairless Chinese Crested with more medical issues than you can count—their cat Emmie, and more fish than they would care to admit.

Danielle D.

Danielle D.

Veterinary Assistant

I have always felt connected to animals and have always wanted to learn more about how to provide pets with the best lives possible. My own 2 dogs, Maisel and Dixie, live like queens at my home. We love going on long hikes in the mountains, and they are always on standby to help clean up any crumbs when I am cooking in the kitchen. I choose to work in the vet industry because I want to help provide care and information to owners to help ensure their pets also live their best lives possible. My favorite part of the veterinary field is being a part of helping sick pets feel better. In my free time, I love hiking, hunting for edible mushrooms, cooking new recipes, and watching all kinds of movies. I also love going out to different restaurants and trying new cuisines, visiting pet-friendly breweries, and exploring new trails.

Casey

Alanis

Veterinary Assistant

Alanis is a passionate veterinary assistant , with a special love for working with cats. Alanis started her career in rescue and makes sure to go above and beyond to ensure animals in need receive the care, attention, and compassion they deserve. Outside of work, Alanis enjoys relaxing by the lake, and soaking in the natural beauty of the outdoors. At home, Alanis shares a life with her partner and their four cherished cats, who bring joy, companionship, and a little extra fur to every day!

Casey

Micah

Veterinary Assistant

Micah is a dedicated vet assistant with a passion for animal care and client support. Micah plays a vital role in ensuring every pet receives compassionate attentive care during their visit. Micah helps make sure every pet feels as comfortable as possible while reassuring their owners that their pets are in good hands. Outside of work, Micah enjoys spending time with her dogs, rats, and partner as well as reading and spending time outdoors.

Danielle D.

Ava

Veterinary Assistant

I’ve loved animals before I could even walk, so working in a vet clinic feels like I’m right at home. I’ve lived in Waynesville for 20 years and have a little crew of pets at home: my basset hound Copper (who’s basically my baby), an American toad named Toadie, and a betta fish named Henry. I’m about to graduate from Asheville-Buncombe Tech to become a Registered Veterinary Technician, and I’m especially interested in working with exotic animals. After graduation, I plan to specialize in exotic animals such as reptiles!

Casey

Avery

Customer Service Representative

I’ve spent much of my life working with animals in various capacities—from volunteering and working in boarding facilities to providing hands-on care. Living overseas helped me develop a deep appreciation for animals of all kinds, and I look forward to greeting every face that comes through the door with a smile. I’m committed to making every client and pet feel supported and valued. Outside of work, I love spending time with my friends and family, traveling, and hiking with my two Great Danes.

Casey

Oli

Customer Service Representative

As social media champion at WAFV, Oli is combining two of her greatest passions; animals and content creation! Oli grew up loving her pets fiercely. Her goal has always been to work with animals in some capacity. Oli studied Telecommunications at Ball State University in Indiana. She hoped to one day turn her degree into a career, educating others (and herself!) about our incredible companions. Oli started her career with animals working at a local dog daycare. From there, she was able to expand her knowledge and gain a working understanding of canine behavior. Working with these pups inspired Oli to push the scope further and dive into working the front desk at our clinic. This expansion has already taught her so much valuable information. She is so excited for her creative career in pet medicine, along with all of the knowledge she will gain along the way!

Veterinary Philosophy

We work hard to be Asheville’s leading animal care provider. That means outfitting our animal hospital with cutting-edge technology and hiring smart, caring people to bring the furry members of your family the best care possible. We can proudly say we have built an amazing team with compassion, expertise & a love for AVL.

Local, loving care for your dog or cat in West Asheville.

At West Asheville Family Vet, you and your companion are our top priority. From same-day appointments to unhurried face time with your veterinarian, we care for the details just as we care for your pet. We thrive on wagging tails and smiling faces and treat every pet like one of our own. After all, your family is part of our family. We strive to be your favorite animal hospital in Asheville.

“An amazing place. Only good things! So grateful we have taken our beloved 3-year-old Golden Retriever here. Thought, kind, honest, and compassionate care! “

—Amy G.