Dr. Baumgardner graduated from Michigan State University College of Veterinary Medicine in 2019 and went on to pursue an internship and residency in diagnostic imaging at the University of Missouri, completing a master's degree in canine thoracic imaging along the way in 2025. Dr. Baumgardner has a keen interest in canine respiratory imaging, including fluoroscopy and CT, and hopes to use her knowledge to assist the brilliant specialists at VCA Aurora.
Outside of her work, Dr. Baumgardner enjoys gardening, horseback riding, and hanging out with her three cats.