BluePearl Pet Hospital
Tukwila, WA
Our Vets

Dr. Hannah Bohbot is a Fear Free and RECOVER certified veterinarian. She has a special interest in cardiac, respiratory and endocrine disorders.

• Clinical Rotation, Colorado State University, Fort Collins
• Doctor of Veterinary Medicine, Ross University, St. Kitts & Nevis, West Indies
• Bachelor of Science, Biology, University of Texas at Dallas, Richardson

Dr. Bohbot enjoys hanging out with her cat, Ori, who she got while in vet school in St. Kitts. Her hobbies include trying new recipes, reading and exploring the Pacific Northwest.

Dr. Bethany DeVilbiss loves surgery and enjoys all types of neurosurgery. Her other clinical interests include seizures and neuro-oncology.

• Neurosurgery Certificate of Training, American College of Veterinary Internal Medicine
• Diplomate, American College of Veterinary Internal Medicine (Neurology)
• Residency, Neurology & Neurosurgery, BluePearl Veterinary Partners, Tacoma, WA
• Internship, Small Animal Medicine & Surgery, Pet Emergency and Specialty Center, La Mesa, CA
• Internship, Agricultural Animal Medicine & Surgery, Washington State University, Pullman
• Doctor of Veterinary Medicine, Cornell University, Ithaca, NY
• Bachelor of Science, Pacific Lutheran University, Tacoma, WA

Dr. DeVilbiss enjoys mountain biking, rock climbing and horseback riding. She and her husband reside on their “urban farm” with a collection of dogs, goats, chickens, ducks, and various reptiles.

Dr. Lauren Devine has a passion for managing complicated medical cases and connecting with her patients and clients to help guide them through the process of treatment. She enjoys endoscopy and managing all types of conditions, especially immune-mediated diseases, gastrointestinal diseases and urinary disorders. She is trained in performing ectopic ureteral laser ablation therapy and laser lithotripsy.

• Diplomate, American College of Veterinary Internal Medicine (Small Animal Internal Medicine)
• Residency, Small Animal Internal Medicine, North Carolina State University, Raleigh
• Internship, Small Animal Medicine & Surgery, University of Minnesota, St. Paul
• Doctor of Veterinary Medicine, Kansas State University, Manhattan
• Bachelor of Science, Agribusiness, Arizona State University, Mesa

Dr. Devine’s favorite pastime is reading. She also loves to travel and hike with her dogs, Scout and Halley. Dragon, Wolf and Yossarian are her three cats.

Dr. Jennifer Jovinelly’s clinical interests include emergency resuscitation, shock and trauma. She also has an academic interest in pain management and clinical pathology.

• Internship, Small Animal Emergency Medicine, Mount Laurel Animal Hospital, NJ
• Doctor of Veterinary Medicine, Cornell University, Ithaca, NY
• Bachelor of Science, Cellular and Molecular Neuroscience, Temple University, Philadelphia, PA

In her free time, Dr. Jovinelly enjoys hiking, swimming, ceramics, reading and DIY projects. She loves going for walks with her three cats, Emma, Dr. Owen Bartholomew Dalton and Odin.

• Doctor of Veterinary Medicine, Washington State University, Pullman
• Bachelor of Science, Animal Sciences, Washington State University, Pullman

Dr. Ken Linde brings extensive knowledge and experience in performing both soft tissue and orthopedic procedures. He strives to meet each client’s needs by ensuring they fully understand their pet’s condition and by offering treatment options best suited to both the patient and family.

• Diplomate, American College of Veterinary Surgeons (Small Animal)
• Residency, Small Animal Surgery, BluePearl Pet Hospital, Kirkland, WA
• Internship, Small Animal Surgery, BluePearl Pet Hospital, Kirkland, WA
• Doctor of Veterinary Medicine, University of Saskatchewan, Saskatoon, Canada

Outside of the hospital, Dr. Linde enjoys restoring vintage cars and motorcycles, gardening, and watching videos on just about any restoration project.

Publications & Articles

Dr. Susan Mehain’s special interests include immune-mediated conditions, gastrointestinal (GI) disease and endocrinopathies, which refers to disease that affects the endocrine system. She enjoys performing endoscopic procedures to examine the upper and lower GI tract.

• Diplomate, American College of Veterinary Internal Medicine (Small Animal Internal Medicine)
• Residency, Small Animal Internal Medicine, Washington State University, Pullman
• Master of Science, Veterinary Science, Washington State University, Pullman
• Internship, Small Animal Internal Medicine, Washington State University, Pullman
• Internship, Small Animal Medicine & Surgery, Washington State University, Pullman
• Doctor of Veterinary Medicine, University of Saskatchewan, Saskatoon, Canada
• Bachelor of Science, Applied Biology, University of British Columbia, Vancouver, Canada

In her spare time, Dr. Mehain likes outdoor activities such as hiking, boating and skiing. She has a mixed-breed dog named Sandy and a miniature poodle named Magic.

Publications & Articles

Dr. Kierstyn Payne’s professional interests include emergency surgery, sepsis and endocrine emergencies.

• Internship, Small Animal Medicine & Surgery, Wisconsin Veterinary Referral Center, Waukesha
• Doctor of Veterinary Medicine, University of Wisconsin, Madison
• Bachelor of Science, Biology, University of Wisconsin, Madison

Dr. Payne enjoys spending her free time traveling, reading and cooking/baking. Originally from Wisconsin, she enjoys watching football and cheering on the Green Bay Packers. Dr. Payne has two pets – a sassy, long-haired calico cat and a German shorthaired pointer.

• Doctor of Veterinary Medicine, Washington State University, Pullman
• Bachelor of Science, Western Washington University, Bellingham