Meet Our Veterinary Team in Easton, MD

Dr. Harris holds a Bachelor of Science degree in animal science from the University of Maryland and a Doctorate of Veterinary Medicine from Tufts University. His area of expertise is predominantly small animals, Exotics, and large animals. He is a member of the American Veterinary Medical Association, the Maryland Veterinary Medical Association, the Maryland Cattleman’s Association, and the Red Angus Association of America.

Dr. Harris was instrumental in developing the formulary for FLAVORx™. He is very active in his community. He lives in Trappe with his wife.

Dr. Kerns has been a Veterinarian since 1999. Prior to joining Midshore Veterinary Service in 2007, she owned her own practice in Kansas before coming to the Eastern Shore. She holds an associate degree from Morningside College in Sioux City, Iowa and Doctorate of Veterinary Medicine from Kansas State University Veterinary Teaching Hospital in Manhattan, Kansas. Dr.Kerns expertise is predominately in small animal diagnostics and treatment, including internal medicine and orthopedic surgery. Kerns states, “I have enjoyed working at Midshore Veterinary Service. The staff is wonderful and I am part of a great team. Kerns lives in Easton with her two sons, and 3 cats, Helen, Mordi and Seymour.

Dr. Erin Riggin, an Eastern Shore native, was born and raised in Chestertown, MD. After receiving her undergraduate degree from the University of Maryland, College Park, she went on to complete her Doctorate of Veterinary Medicine from Kansas State University College of Veterinary Medicine in 2014.

Upon graduation, Dr. Riggin moved to Baltimore City, working for several years in a busy practice. There, she developed a special interest in general surgery and internal medicine. Dr. Riggin joined the Midshore Veterinary Service team in 2018. Currently, she resides in Easton, MD, with her husband, two children, and dogs. Outside of work, Dr. Riggin enjoys horseback riding, hiking, boating, cooking, and woodworking.

Dr. Lauren Di Vanna, a native of Baltimore, graduated from the Virginia-MD Regional College of Veterinary Medicine (Virginia Tech) in 2009.

Upon completing a rotating internship in medicine and surgery at Dogs and Cats Veterinary Referral Center, she was hired as a full-time emergency doctor and was employed there for 9 years.

After having 2 children, she needed a change of pace and started in primary care in 2018. Dr. Di Vanna recently moved to the eastern shore and resides with her husband, daughter, son, and their boxer, Sonny. She loves being outside, traveling, and spending time with family.

Born and raised on Maryland’s Eastern Shore, Dr. Holden’s dream as a young girl was to become a mixed-animal Veterinarian and treat all creatures big and small.

Dr. Holden joined Midshore Veterinary Service in 2016 as a veterinary assistant to gain experience while obtaining her Bachelor of Science from Randolph College in Virginia. Dr. Holden graduated from Ross University School of Veterinary Medicine in 2021.

Dr. Holden enjoys weightlifting, horseback riding, and traveling every chance she gets!  She shares her adventures with her two dogs, Missy and Moo, and her 2 horses.

Dr. Carl Harris, a proud Easton native and graduate of Easton High School, is excited to return home and join his father, Dr. Steven Harris, and the team at Midshore Veterinary Service.

Dr. Harris earned his Doctor of Veterinary Medicine from Ross University School of Veterinary Medicine in 2021, completing his clinical training at the University of Missouri. He also holds a Bachelor of Science in Biology from the College of Charleston. Before veterinary school, he gained experience as an avian biologist, environmental lab assistant, and veterinary assistant — all right here in Maryland.

Previously, Dr. Harris practiced in Vermont, where he focused on small animal care for cats, dogs, and pocket pets. His time there was deeply meaningful, thanks to the mentorship and friendships he built, and it provided him a strong foundation for the next chapter of his career.

Returning to Midshore Veterinary Service feels like coming full circle for Dr. Harris, who grew up observing his father’s dedication to veterinary medicine and accompanying him on farm calls. He looks forward to building on that legacy by caring for the pets and farm animals of the Eastern Shore, and to learning more about large animal practice under his father’s guidance.

When he’s not at the clinic, Dr. Harris enjoys spending time outdoors and caring for his own animals with his partner, Dr. Karlee Cochran. They share a love of Red Angus cattle and currently live in Easton with their bearded collie-shepherd mix and two cats.

Originally from rural West Plains, Missouri, Dr. Karlee Cochran brings her love of animals and passion for veterinary care to the team at Midshore Veterinary Service.

Dr. Cochran earned her Doctor of Veterinary Medicine from the University of Missouri College of Veterinary Medicine, where she also completed her undergraduate studies in Biology. Throughout her training, she gained hands-on experience as an extern at several practices across the country, including Stray Rescue of St. Louis, Nave Veterinary Group in Las Vegas, and West Plains Veterinary Clinic.

For the past three years, Dr. Cochran practiced small animal medicine at in Vermont. There, she honed her skills in dentistry, surgery, and preventive care, and benefited from excellent mentorship that shaped her professional approach.

Growing up on a farm surrounded by horses, cows, and dogs sparked Dr. Cochran’s lifelong connection to animals. Today, she enjoys focusing on small animal medicine while also sharing with her partner, Dr. Carl Harris, a love of Red Angus cattle — a tradition carried on from both of their family farms.

Dr. Cochran is excited to get to know the Eastern Shore community, explore all it has to offer, and contribute to the collaborative, family-oriented atmosphere of Midshore Veterinary Service.

At home, she and Dr. Harris enjoy time with their beloved pets: a mixed-breed bearded collie-shepherd dog and two cats.