Dr. Christilles was born and raised in the Houston area. She completed both her Bachelor of Science in Animal Science and Doctorate of Veterinary Medicine Degrees at Texas A&M University. After graduation from vet school in 2020 she moved back home to Houston with her husband and practiced equine medicine for four years. She then transitioned to small animal medicine and currently owns three dogs (Luna, Annie, and Wyatt) and one cat (Luke). In her free time she enjoys riding her horse (GT) and spending time with her husband and young daughter.