The friendly, professional staff at VCA Animal Hospital is made up of dedicated individuals who have made it their mission to help pets live long, healthy lives. To be true to the mission, the hospital team relies on several individuals, each equally important in helping us deliver the best patient and client experience for both you and your pet. And if things get complicated, we are fortunate to have access to the nation's largest network of VCA veterinarians and board-certified specialists.
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Get to know us. Explore our staff biographies and learn about the people who make our facility an excellent choice for your pet care needs.
Team Spotlight
Dr. Sammie "Faith" Hughes was born and raised in Bainbridge, Georgia. At an early age, she developed a love of animals and biology, so it was only natural that she wanted to become a veterinarian. After graduating from Bainbridge High School, then attending Bainbridge College, she transferred to Auburn University. Dr. Hughes graduated from Auburn University College of Veterinary Medicine cum laude in 1990. After working two years at Haines Road Animal Hospital in St. Petersburg, Florida, she moved back to Bainbridge and worked at Allied Veterinary Emergency Clinic in Tallahassee. On her days off from Allied, Dr....
Kristan was born and raised in Maryland and attended York Technical Institute earning an associate's degree in business management and administration in 2005. She and her family decided to move to Crawfordville for the small-town environment, nature and warmer weather. Kristan moved to Crawfordville in 2014 with her husband and son. They currently own four dogs, three cats and a bearded dragon that they love very much.
Kristan wanted to work in this field because she has always had a passion for animals and helping others. She previously worked in restaurants, retail and hospitality and knew she wanted to continu...
