Dr. Woody was raised in rural Colorado where she was surrounded by pets, livestock, and wildlife. In college, she did a student exchange to the University of Hawaii where she whole-heartedly embraced marine life as well.  Dr. Woody completed both her bachelors and veterinary medicine degrees at Colorado State University. After practicing in the Denver area for five years, she relocated to San Diego County in 2004. Dr. Woody completed a residency program and is a Diplomate of the American Veterinary Dental College.  She is a published author, and has lectured at local and national conferences.

Dr. Woody currently works to provide excellent oral care for pets at Pacific Coast Veterinary Dentistry and Oral Surgery in Encinitas, CA. Outside of that, she supports regional shelters, zoos, aquariums, and sanctuaries by providing oral care for their animals as well.  Dr. Woody also travels with a unique team that offers dental care for elephants, rhino, giraffe, walrus, hippo, and other megavertebrates around the world.

When she is not working, Dr. Woody enjoys being outdoors in San Diego or traveling with her husband and son.