IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Meet The Staff
Dr. Laura Knipfer
Owner and Relief DVM
Dr. Laura graduated from UW-Madison School of Veterinary Medicine in 1994, and she has worked as a small animal veterinarian for over 20 years. Dr. Laura lives in Deerfield with her husband, Mike, and their farm of dogs, horses, pigs, goats, ducks, chickens, geese, cattle, barn cats, and goldfish. Her favorite free time activities include watching her daughter, Devan, show their World Champion paint horses and watching her son, Erik, compete in lifting competitions. Dr. Laura is the owner of Back 2 Basics, which was founded in April of 2010. Dr Laura is officially retired as of 2022!
Devan Knipfer-Wilson
Owner and Practice Manager
Devan is the co-owner and practice manager of Back 2 Basics Veterinary Clinic (B2B). As the daughter of Dr. Laura, B2B's founding veterinarian with over 30 years of experience, Devan has developed a deep-rooted passion for animal care and clinic management. She officially stepped into her professional role in veterinary medicine in 2010 when B2B opened its doors.
With a Bachelor of Science in Accounting and Business Management, Devan plays a key role in overseeing the clinic’s daily operations, ensuring everything runs smoothly for both staff and clients. She takes pride in helping grow the clinic from a small team of three to nearly 15 employees, all while maintaining its original integrative, affordable medicine approach and remaining a locally owned and women-operated foundation. She is also a certified MagnaWave Practitioner, adding an extra level of non-invasive therapeutic support to the clinic’s services.
Outside of work, Devan enjoys spending time with her husband, Ryan, their two dogs, Peach and Clove, and their four ducks. She loves the outdoors (especially in the summer!) and can often be found hiking, paddleboarding, gardening, horseback riding, or attending asphalt auto races.
Dr. Kristin Setz-Williams
DVM
Dr. Kristin obtained her Doctor of Veterinary Medicine from the University of Wisconsin – Madison
in May 2010. Her interests include pain management, client education, and dentistry. She lives in Sun Prairie with her husband, Scott, two daughters, Nora and Johanna, and their sassy orange tabby named Lili. Outside of work, she enjoys getting together with friends and family, reading, and watching movies. Dr. Kristin and her husband are huge Badger fans and like to attend all the football and hockey games. She joined Back 2 Basics Veterinary Clinic in July 2013 and looks forward to meeting you and your pets.
Dr. Jaclyn Watters
DVM CCRT
Dr. Jaclyn, a Wisconsin native, earned her Doctor of Veterinary Medicine degree from the University of Wisconsin - Madison in May 2020. She also became certified in canine rehabilitation through the Canine Rehabilitation Institute in the same year. Dr. Jaclyn specializes in dentistry and rehabilitation therapy, helping dogs and cats recover from orthopedic surgeries, soft tissue injuries, and manage geriatric pain. Outside of work, she enjoys spending time with her husband, Michael, their two sons, Milo and Casey, and their English Cocker Spaniel, Rylee. Dr. Jaclyn is excited to be part of the B2B team and looks forward to meeting you and your pets!
Jamie Falk
Certified Veterinary Technician and Hospital Manager
Jamie Falk, originally from Green Bay, is a Certified Veterinary Technician at Back 2 Basics, having joined the team in June 2016. She graduated from Madison Area Technical College in 2018. Jamie now lives in Edgerton with her husband, three dogs (Brynlee, Dexter, and Raven), and their cat, Nora. In her free time, she enjoys watching movies, being active and hiking with her dogs, competing in dog sports with Dexter (the handsome boy in the photo), and visiting family in Green Bay.
Brooklyn Schumann
Veterinary Assistant
Brooklyn Schumann is a Veterinary Assistant at Back 2 Basics, joining the team in March 2020. She lives in Portage with her three dogs, two cats, and a guinea pig—so she’s practically the owner of a small zoo! In her free time, Brooklyn enjoys taking walks or hikes with her dogs, though most of her time is spent studying for CVT school. Working with animals has always been her passion, and before joining B2B, she worked as a pet groomer for three years. Brooklyn loves meeting your furry friends and is always excited to give them treats!
Brooke Perry
Veterinary Assistant
Brooke Perry is a Veterinary Assistant at Back 2 Basics, where she has been working since April 2014. She lives in Sun Prairie with her two cats, and rabbit. Brooke’s favorite part of her role at B2B is building personal relationships with both clients and their furry companions. Outside of work she enjoys spending quality time with her friends and family, going to music festivals, and hiking. Brooke has always had a deep passion for animals of all kinds and looks forward to meeting your fur babies!
Becca Crews
Veterinary Assistant
Becca is a Veterinary Assistant at Back 2 Basics, having started in 2021 as a receptionist before transitioning to her current role. She is married with two kids and has a feisty cat named Bot. In her free time, Becca enjoys staying active, working out, and spending time outdoors. Her favorite part of the job is loving on your fur babies!
Molly Petri
Office Manager & Admin Assistant
Molly Petri is the Office Manager and Administrative Assistant at Back 2 Basics. She originally joined the team in March 2020, took a brief hiatus to explore other opportunities, and returned in May 2024. She is so happy to be back and her favorite part of the job is making sure her team feels confident and educated. Molly lives in Sun Prairie with her cat, Banana, who does not pay the rent, but acts like she owns the place. In her free time, she enjoys visiting her local farmers market, reading thriller novels, and exploring new craft projects to try.
Tammy Moore
Office Manager
Tammy Moore is an Office Managers at Back 2 Basics, having joined the team in March 2018. She lives in Stoughton with her family and their cat, Marcy. Tammy enjoys seeing all the adorable dogs and cats at the clinic, especially when she gets to give them treats! In her free time, she loves spending time with her family, going thrifting, and playing with her cat.
Sam R.
Receptionist
Sam is a receptionist at Back 2 Basics, joining the team in August 2022. She has a passion for dog training and owns a training business called Canine Connections. Sam has a mixed breed named Bailey, a Belgian Tervuren named Fenris, a German Shepherd named Skunk, and a Leopard Gecko named Grits. She trains and competes in dog sports with Skunk and Fenris, including IGP, dock diving, and more! In her free time, Sam loves enjoying the great outdoors with her dogs and her husband.
Annika Christensen
Receptionist
Annika Christensen is a Receptionist at Back 2 Basics, joining the team in September 2024. She lives in Cambridge with her family, their dog Nikky, and their one-eyed cat, Lily. A fun fact about Annika is that she was born in Stockholm, Sweden and a few years ago she lived and went to school in Dublin, Ireland. In her free time, Annika enjoys coloring, playing video games, and watching movies.
Tanya Kaltenberg
Receptionist
Tanya Kaltenberg joined the Receptionist team in November 2024 (and so did her two pups - Ricky and Rex). She lives with her fiancé, Bryce, and her house full of dogs. A fun fact about Tanya is that she worships Papillons and hopes to see them take over the world some day. In her free time she enjoys taking her dogs on hikes, swimming, and working on bite sports and agility. She also loves to garden, specializing in hot peppers!