Jessica Stumph, DVM CVA, cAVCA

Jessica was born in Latrobe, PA, but she has called Kitty Hawk her home since she was 6 years old. Dr. Stumph graduated from Manteo High School before attending Averett University where she double majored in biology and equine studies, graduating with honors. She then attended North Carolina State College of Veterinary Medicine, where she again graduated with honors. Her dream was to one day own her own veterinary practice and now First Flight Veterinary Hospital is a reality. She spends her spare time looking after her own batch of critters including her horse, Raphael, and her two dogs, Mayzzy and Re-Pete. Dr. Jess is an avid equestrian and she spends many weekends away showing her Quarter Horse, Raphi.  She loves spending time with her husband David, collecting sea glass, rooting for her Pittsburgh Steelers, and tending to the farm which includes riding her tractor. In 2024, Dr. Jess was selected to sit on the Dare County Department of Health and Human Services  Advisory Board. 

Kristine Rook, DVM

Kristine Rook grew up in Ohio and is a proud graduate of The Ohio State University College of Veterinary Medicine. (The shouting you hear on football Saturdays is her cheering on her Buckeyes.) She earned her Doctor of Veterinary Medicine degree in 1992.  After rethinking her childhood dream of being an Olympic swimmer (you have to get face wet?), she settled on veterinary medicine as a career in second grade, and she has never regretted that decision. She is passionate about making pets feel better by making their mouths healthy and pain-free through proper dental care. She is also fascinated by how dogs and cats learn and interact with people. In her free time, Dr. Rook loves spending time with her husband, Julius, and their 2 dogs: Freddie (Mercury) and Lena the wonder poodle. She is currently involved in the dog sports of agility, rally and obedience. She also has two wonderful human children. She also knits, reads and watches birds any chance she gets. She loves musicals and any movie with Cary Grant. So far she has a perfect record of keeping one New Year’s Resolution: not to run a marathon, or in fact run anywhere​.

Jeanette Wilson, DVM

Jeanette was born and raised in Long Island, New York. She graduated from Kansas State University College of Veterinary Medicine in 2009. As all K-Staters do, she bleeds purple! Go Wild Cats! Although she loves dogs & cats of all ages, senior pets have an extra special place in her heart. To provide the care these senior babies need, as well as pets in all life-stages, Jeanette has pursued training in Traditional Chinese Veterinary medicine (TCVM) and is a certified practitioner which means she is certified in acupuncture, Herbal Medicine, Tui-na and food therapy. These gentle treatment modalities offer supportive options for patients with all types of diseases, including chronic disease.  Jeanette just recently moved from Hampton Roads to North Carolina with her husband & daughter. They plan on starting a farm, as well as adding four-legged babies to their family. Dr. Jeanette is VERY excited to be joining the First Flight Veterinary Team!

Eden 
Office Manager

Eden, a native to the Outer Banks graduated from First Flight High School in 2011. From there she obtained her bachelor degree in biology from East Carolina University. (Go Pirates!) She started her veterinary career in 2014 and has been with First Flight Vet and Dr. Jess since kickoff. In 2022 she welcomed her first child "Linlee" and they enjoy spending their time off playing and hanging together. She also figuratively adopted a quarter horse named Darin.​

Dr. Mayzzy
"Top Dog"​

Although unlicensed and not a medical professional, Mayzzy certainly acts like she is in charge. It's probably best not to barge into "her office" without a treat and a willing belly rub. She enjoys spending her spare time chasing horses and barking at strange noises. ​

Heather
Veterinary Assistant Lead

Heather is currently enrolled in Penn Foster and is working towards her registered veterinary technician degree. She loves going to the beach and horse shows on the weekends with her horse, Petey. ​​​

Kaitlyn
​Veterinary Assistant

Kaitlyn is a graduate of Manteo high school and is currently at NC State working on her degree. She plans to pursue vet school, focusing on equine studies. Kaitlyn enjoys working and practicing on all animals, especially Cavys and Sheppies. In her free time ("if I have any"), she likes to be with her horse Koe and her dog Winston, traveling, or being at FFVH on her days off!

Kim
​Client Relations

Kim brings over twenty years experience to our team. Growing up in the Army, she and her father travelled and lived all around the world. Her love of horses began with her first pony, Midnight Star, while living in Bangkok, Thailand. She graduated from Southern Seminary Junior College, where she studied Equestrian Studies with her horse Count Sahara. After finally settling in Point Harbor, Kim began working in the veterinary field. Kim lives with her dog, Harbour, and seven fun an mischievous cats. She has always loved traveling and swimming. ​

Angie
​​Client Relations

Angie has lived here since 1986. She is a graduate from Manteo High School and has been in the veterinary industry for 4 years. She loves motorcycle riding, fishing, getting tattoos, and spending time with her family.  Angie has two children and a grandson that she loves to spoil.  Angie has 2 dogs and a cat and loves feeding her deer friends.​​

Tawny
​Veterinary Assistant

Tawny was born and raised in a small town outside of Austin, Texas. She and her son moved to North Carolina in 2024. She grew up on a small farm and has many years experience with large and small animals. 

Nicole
Veterinary Assistant

Nicole just graduated from North Carolina State University.  Nikki is passionate about the care and wellbeing of animals and plans on pursuing a career in veterinary medicine. Aside from working at the clinic, she enjoys spending her free time with all of her animals.​

Megan
Veterinary Assistant

Megan is enrolled in veterinary technician school. She is passionate about animals and has experience Volunteering at the Corolla Wild Horse Fund helping rehabilitate and care for the rescued banker horses. In her free time, she enjoys spending  time hanging out with her family and her dachshund Charlie. 

Brandon
​Veterinary Assistant

Brandon is currently enrolled at NC State. Outside of work and school he enjoys spending time with his two dogs and at Dream Haven Farm. Brandon plans on pursuing a career in veterinary medicine when he finishes college.

Janessa
​​Veterinary Assistant

Janessa grew up in Central New Jersey and has called Currituck County home for the past 12 years.  She brings nearly 20 years of experience from the equine, animal welfare, and veterinary technician industries.  Between working at various clinics, animal shelters, and horse farms, she founded Southern Hope Animal Rescue and Education 10 years ago.  She now juggles working at FFVH part-time, while maintaining SHARE and her own personal pets.

Nathan 
​Veterinary Assistant

A recent high school graduate, Nathan plans to attend Regent University, after which he hopes to pursue a degree in veterinary medicine. While very empathetic, Nathan never fails to search for the bright side of things, and is constantly shuffling some humor into the work day. In his free time, he enjoys working and riding at Southern Hope Animal Rescue. 

David Stumph
Practice Manager

David was born in Annapolis, Maryland, but grew up in Kill Devil Hills. He went to Manteo High School, where he met his high school sweetheart Jessica. After high school, David graduated from Averett University with a degree in Chemistry.  He then gained his PharmD from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill Eshelman School of Pharmacy. David has worked locally as a pharmacist since 2007. His hobbies include travelling with his wife, helping take care of all the critters, reading every once in a while, and "keeping it classy."