In 1997, while working as a veterinary technician, Dr. Brooks enrolled at Lindenwood University in St. Charles, Missouri. She graduated Magna cum laude less then 3 years with a major in Biology and a minor in Chemistry. Dr. Brooks was honored to be accepted at the University of Missouri-Columbia, College of Veterinary Medicine Class of 2004.

After graduation, Dr. Brooks spent four years working as an associate veterinarian in a multi-doctor practice in St. Louis County. It was during this time she developed her next dream to purchase her own veterinary clinic. Dr. Brooks continues to set new goals and strives to provide quality medicine and compassionate care to all of her patients and their owners.