ABOUT US
Meet our team of dedicated and passionate individuals who all share a love of equine diagnostic imaging.
OWNER
SARAH PUCHALSKI,
DVM, DACVR
Sarah hails from Roberts Creek, British Columbia, Canada. She has a bachelor of science degree from Simon Fraser University in B.C. and graduated veterinary school in 1999 from the University of Saskatchewan in Saskatoon. Following veterinary school she completed a 2 year program (internship/ residency) in Field Service and Sports Medicine at New Bolton Center, the large animal hospital of the University of Pennsylvania. She then pursued further training in diagnostic imaging at the University of California, Davis completing a 4 year residency in 2005. She attained board certification by the American College of Veterinary Radiology in 2004.
Upon completion of her residency, she obtained a faculty position in the Department of Surgical and Radiological Sciences at the University of California, Davis earning tenure in 2012. During that time she was actively involved in didactic and clinical teaching, research and clinical diagnostic imaging. She has authored or co-authored more than 40 scientific articles and multiple book chapters relating to diagnostic imaging in veterinary medicine.
In 2013, Sarah left the University and started Puchalski Equine Inc. She is based in Gibsons, British Columbia and in Wellington, Florida during the Winter Equestrian Festival. Sarah is an avid show jumper competing in the amateur owner divisions.
ASSOCIATE
STACIE AARSVOLD,
DVM, DACVR, DACVR-EDI
Stacie is originally from Southern California, but grew up travelling around the world with her parents, living in more than 33 countries. She developed a love of horses growing up competing in show jumping up to the Young Rider level in Southern California.
Stacie completed an undergraduate degree at the University of California, San Diego in 2008 and then graduated from veterinary school at the University of California, Davis in 2012. She then went on to complete an equine internship in Dover, NH followed by a radiology speciality internship in Los Angeles, CA.
Following her internships, Stacie went to the Cummings School of Veterinary Medicine at Tufts University for a radiology residency. She achieved board certification in 2017.
ASSOCIATE
AMY NORVALL,
DVM, DACVR, DACVR-EDI
Born and raised in Zimbabwe, Amy grew up on a farm riding horses. She competed in various disciplines and represented the country multiple times for polocrosse. She attended Louisiana State University, receiving her Bachelor of Science through the three-plus-one program in 2008 and her Doctor of Veterinary Medicine in 2011. Amy completed a one-year internship at Virginia Equine Imaging. She subsequently stayed on at VEI as a Senior Associate until 2015. At this time, she moved to California to complete a four-year radiology residency at UC Davis. During her residency Amy was involved in various research projects and won the Equine Research Study and Presentation award at the 2018 House Officer Seminar Day. Amy achieved board certification in 2018 and additional Equine Diagnostic Imaging board certification in 2019.
ASSOCIATE
JULIA GRAHAM,
DVM, DACVR, DACVR-EDI
Julia is a Massachusetts native, developing a love for horses while learning to ride outside of Boston. She competed in equitation, dressage, and eventing while earning a bachelor of science degree from Mount Holyoke College, graduating in 2012. Later, Julia attended the Cummings School of Veterinary Medicine at Tufts University, graduating with a Doctor of Veterinary Medicine degree in 2018. During veterinary school, she received awards for academic excellence and proficiency in large animal surgery.
Julia then completed a rigorous equine internship at the Mid-Atlantic Equine Medical Center in Ringoes, New Jersey before returning to the Cummings School for her radiology residency. She achieved board certification by the American College of Veterinary Radiology in 2022. Julia has a passion for teaching future veterinarians and radiologists, also working as a part-time clinical assistant professor in radiology at the Cummings School.
TECHNICAL SUPPORT & ADMINISTRATION
KRISSY COLLETT,
IMAGING CASE COORDINATOR
Krissy graduated in 2002 from Colorado State University with a BS in Equine Science. She then pursued a career in three-day eventing (2002-2007).
In late 2007 Krissy moved to Davis and began working for the University of California’s Veterinary Medical Teaching Hospital where she started out in Large Animal Intensive Care Unit. In 2010 she began working for the Large Animal Diagnostic Imaging Department as a radiographer, MRI technician, lab instructor and taught radiography to veterinary students.
In December of 2014, Krissy left the university to pursue a career in the private sector. She has worked two winter seasons at Palm Beach Equine Clinic where she ran the MRI unit, trained operators and assisted with radiography questions. Currently she is based at Circle Oak Ranch, where she is in charge of all imaging production and related education.
In addition to having a keen interest in equine diagnostic imaging, Krissy also has a passion for photography (all photographs found on this site are her work).
ADMINISTRATION
LAURA LIMBERG,
CVT, IMAGING CASE COORDINATOR
Laura was born and raised just outside of Minneapolis, Minnesota. Her love of animals and science lead her to a career as a veterinary technician. She graduated with a degree in Veterinary Technology from Argosy University in 2011 and became certified in 2012.
She worked at the Animal Emergency & Referral Center of Minnesota from 2011-2023 where she gained extensive experience working in small and exotic animal emergency and specialty medicine. Her love of running CTs for oncology patients led her to helping develop their Radiology Department where she performed radiographs, CTs, MRIs, and fluoroscopies for the emergency and specialty services. Fun fact: Laura has performed CTs on 5 tigers and various other zoo animals!
Now, Laura is based out of Minnesota as an Imaging Case Coordinator and is learning a lot about equine imaging and medicine. In fall of 2024, she will be the MRI technician for a new specialty clinic, Minnesota Veterinary Neurology. In her free time, Laura enjoys hiking with her dog, Minnie, and traveling any chance she gets.
ADMINISTRATION
PAIGE DONALDSON,
IMAGING CASE COORDINATOR
Born and raised in Vancouver, British Columbia, Paige found her love for horses at a young age, cultivating a deep-seated passion for everything equestrian. Throughout her junior years, she actively participated in competitions in both hunters and jumpers, establishing a foundation for her future in the equine industry.
In 2019, Paige transitioned into coaching, sharing her wealth of knowledge and expertise with aspiring riders, and in 2021, she began riding professionally. Notably, Paige assumed the role of coach for the University of British Columbia Equestrian Team from 2021 to 2023, contributing to the team's growth and success.
Currently on track to obtain a Bachelor of Science in Equine Business Management in June 2024, Paige's academic pursuits complement her practical experience. Her dedication to riding and coaching reflects a holistic commitment to the sport, embodying a solid blend of theoretical and hands-on expertise. Paige is now based in Gibsons, British Columbia as a part of the Puchalski Equine Imaging team while continuing to pursue her passion for horses.