Born and raised on the beautiful island of Puerto Rico, Valerie Carle Rivera earned her Bachelor of Science in Veterinary Technology from the Puerto Rico Medical Sciences Campus in 2017. She then gained invaluable experience working as a veterinary technician at the Caribbean Primate Research Facility for three years. In 2020, Dr. Carle pursued her dream of becoming a veterinarian at Michigan State University, where she graduated with her Doctor of Veterinary Medicine degree in May 2024.

As a certified Veterinary Medical Acupuncturist, Dr. Carle is passionate about integrative medicine and believes that prevention is the key to better health for pets. She is dedicated to educating her community on the importance of preventive care. In her free time, Dr. Carle enjoys hiking, paddle boarding, mountain biking, and staying active at the gym. Additionally, she is a certified Zumba instructor and has shared her love for dance by teaching classes both back home and during her time in veterinary school.