Our Doctors

Dr. Baker joined Lien Animal clinic in June of 2018.  While earning her BS in Ecology and MS in Wildlife Conservation at the University of Arizona, she worked as a veterinary assistant in both private practice (with an emphasis on dogs, cats, reptiles, and amphibians) and at zoos (with an emphasis on reptiles and amphibians).  Although she loved conservation biology and got to work in beautiful places with amazing animals and people, she decided that if there was one career she wanted to pursue more than any other, it was in veterinary medicine, so she returned to school and earned her DVM from Washington State University in 2017.  She is passionate about wildlife conservation and in her free time loves to paint, hike, play her violin, and spend time with her dog and two cats. 

PROFESSIONAL INTERESTS

• Soft Tissue Surgery
• Dentistry
• Exotic Animal Medicine and Surgery
• Behavior
• Pathology

MEMBERSHIPS

• American Veterinary Medical Association
• Association of Reptile and Amphibian Veterinarians
• American Association of Feline Practitioners

Dr. Dertinger graduated from Michigan State University’s College of Veterinary Medicine in 2003. She believes that compassionate and exceptional quality veterinary care is an essential right that every patient is entitled to. She aims to provide this for all her patients, and works diligently with owners to create a comprehensive picture of their companion animal’s health needs, utilizing as many resources as possible to maximize their care. It is very important to her that her clients feel comfortable and well-informed, so that they have the opportunity to make the best possible decisions for the health and well-being of their companion animals.

Her professional interests are geared towards internal medicine, dentistry, pain management, dermatology and surgery.

Outside of her professional interests, she is an avid hiker and backpacker, with a love of nature fostered right here in the Pacific Northwest, where she was born and raised. Her family includes two rambunctious, undeniably adorable twins, her amazing wife, and two slightly rotten but lovable cats. Finally, she believes that laughter is an essential part of life, and tries to take advantage of every opportunity to partake in it.

PROFESSIONAL INTERESTS

• Internal Medicine
• Dentistry
• Pain Management
• Dermatology
• Surgery

MEMBERSHIPS

• American Veterinary Medical Association

Dr. Kraabel wanted to be a veterinarian before he could spell veterinarian. He graduated from Washington State University in 1989 and moved to Rochester, NY for a one-year internship at the Animal Hospital of Pittsford. Upstate New York was fun but there was too much snow, not enough rain or decent baseball, and Dr. Fritzler was a junior in vet school at WSU. Dr. Kraabel moved back to Washington and joined Lien Animal Clinic in September of 1990. He and Dr. Fritzler were married soon after. In 2011, Dr. Kraabel became a Diplomate of the American Board of Veterinary Practitioners. He is the only veterinarian in the Seattle area certified in Canine & Feline Practice. Dr. Kraabel enjoys his home, the outdoors, activities with his kids, woodworking, and his work.

AWARDS

2014 Seattle Met Magazine's Top Vet

MEMBERSHIPS

American Veterinary Medical Association
Washington State Veterinary Medical Association
Puget Sound Veterinary Medical Association
American Animal Hospital Association
Past President of American Board of Veterinary Practitioners

Dr. Larsonberg grew up in a military family and spent most of her childhood in the Seattle and Portland areas. She attended Pacific Lutheran University for her undergraduate degree and was awarded her Doctor of Veterinary Medicine from Washington State University (GO COUGS!). She has practiced in Spokane, WA, Moscow, ID, and Wenatchee, WA. Dr. Larsonberg is happy to have relocated to West Seattle to be closer to friends and family. In her free time, Dr. Larsonberg enjoys spending time with her two small children and maximizing time outdoors. She enjoys the natural wonders of our region while trail running, hiking, backpacking, and climbing.

Dr. Wolf joined Lien Animal Clinic in September 2016. She earned her DVM degree from Michigan State University in 2001 and also holds a BS in Biology.  Dr. Wolf practiced small animal medicine in Michigan before relocating to the Seattle area in 2007.  She has a broad range of experience including general medicine, internal medicine, dentistry, and soft tissue surgery.  

Dr. Wolf is a native of Germany and speaks fluent German. She has multiple fur children including a cat, a Standard wire-haired Dachshund, a Standard Poodle, and a bunny. She also has three human children.  She enjoys the Sounders and the Seahawks.  In her free time, she loves to read, paint, and create things.

PROFESSIONAL INTERESTS

• Soft tissue surgery
• Dentistry
• Ultrasonography
• Exotic Medicine

MEMBERSHIPS

American Veterinary Medical Association

AWARDS

Voted one of Seattle Top Veterinarians from 2012-2015
Nominated for Veterinarian of the Year by the Morris Foundation 2009

Dr. Wootton fulfilled his dream to become a companion animal veterinarian when he joined Lien Animal Clinic in 2018.  His path into the profession, however, was a winding one.  Originally from the San Francisco Bay Area, Dr. Wootton developed a fascination with the Pacific coast at an early age—an interest which directed him to the University of California at San Diego where he earned a Bachelor's degree with a focus in marine science.  He remained in San Diego for an additional year, and obtained a Master’s degree in 2012 studying thresher sharks at the Scripps Institution of Oceanography.  For the next two years, Dr. Wootton split his time between working as a marine scientist aboard the SSV Robert C. Seamans, and working as a veterinary technician at his local veterinary emergency practice. He was accepted into the Cornell College of Veterinary Medicine in 2014, where he completed his veterinary training, earning his DVM in 2018. Shortly thereafter, he relocated to West Seattle. 

Outside the hospital, you may see Dr. Wootton running through town with a soccer ball at his feet, playing guitar at a local open mic, snowboarding at Alpental or backpacking in the Olympics. He is so excited to be serving the Seattle community and living where there are so many adventures to be had!