Del Norte Animal Clinic team

Dr. Kern is a 2013 Colorado State graduate. She is a New Mexico native and, like the other two veterinarians at Del Norte, worked as a technician under Dr. Livingstone for many years prior to completing her veterinary degree. Rejoining the team feels like coming home, and she is excited to serve the Del Norte family. Her professional interests include dentistry, general surgery, dermatology, and critical care. Dr. Kern lives with her husband, three children, two dogs, one cat, and four horses. Outside of work, she enjoys horse and dog sports, running, and gardening.

Dr. Williams was born and raised in Albuquerque, NM. He attended the University of New Mexico before pursuing his DVM at Colorado State University and is a member of the American Veterinary Medical Association. Dr. Williams started working at Del Norte Animal Clinic in high school as part of a mentorship program and worked at Del Norte for seven years as an assistant. Dr. Williams rejoined the Del Norte Animal Clinic team as a doctor in

Dr. Williams has numerous interests within veterinary medicine, including preventative medicine, dentistry, hospice, and client education. In his spare time, he enjoys doing all things outdoors, including mountain biking. Dr. Williams has three cats and one dog that take up the majority of his attention, as well as a lovely fiancé who is also a veterinarian. Although Dr. Williams enjoys traveling, he never sees himself living anywhere other than New Mexico.

Adriana has been in veterinary medicine since 2020 and prides herself in being part of the process of keeping pets cared for and loved. It is such a gratifying feeling for her, knowing that she contributed to helping sick or healthy pets. In her free time, Adriana loves to hike, read, make jewelry, and spend time with her pets, Mila, Kylo, and Opal.

Marlo has been in veterinary medicine since 2005. She takes an interest in the similarities found between animals and humans as well as educating clients. In her free time, Marlo enjoys spending time with her family.

Manager

With over 14 years of experience in the veterinary field and more than 5 years in leadership roles, Ryan G. Laws-Watts brings a deep passion for operational excellence, team development, and compassionate animal care. Currently serving as Clinic Manager for Del Norte he strives to uphold a 60-year legacy of clinical excellence while driving innovation.

Ryan’s leadership journey spans a diverse array of practice settings—from high-volume emergency clinics to single-doctor general practices. He has successfully led teams in Texas and New Mexico, building cohesive cultures, and optimizing workflows. His operational leadership has consistently delivered results, including improved client retention, enhanced staff satisfaction, and streamlined processes.

With a Master of Health Administration from Louisiana State University and a bachelor’s in chemistry from New Mexico State University, Ryan blends clinical insight with business acumen.

Ryan is particularly passionate about preserving the heart of veterinary practices—the culture—while implementing systems that allow teams to thrive. His hands-on experience as a technician and team lead informs his empathetic leadership style, and his commitment to quality care and service excellence continues to elevate the practices he leads.

Bio coming soon!