Dr. Hawkins has earned a bachelor's degree in Biological Sciences with a minor in French from Colorado State University before attending and graduating from the University Of Florida College Of Veterinary Medicine. While at UF, she also obtained her Certificate of Aquatic Animal Medicine. After veterinary school, Dr. Hawkins moved to the Bradenton – Sarasota area with her husband and has been practicing here ever since. She enjoys spending time with her fur babies. She also enjoys kayaking, inshore fishing, gardening/landscaping, and crafting. In addition to her fur children, she has 3 pet geckos and a 125-gallon reef tank. Dr. Hawkins will even see fish patients if needed During her vacation time, Dr. Hawkins loves the beach and going SCUBA diving.