Dr. Coles has always wanted to be a Veterinarian. She loved animals and was fascinated by science and nature at a young age. When she was 5 years old, she lost a beloved cat. The kind veterinarian patted her on the head and said “little girl, have your Mother get you another kitty”. Those words changed her life and she vowed to become a veterinarian and never ever say those words to another grieving child. Even after 33 years of practicing medicine, she has kept that vow.