“Pets often become our family members, so it is a great honor to be trusted with the care of them. Getting to help people navigate pet ownership and to provide education in a way that makes owners feel more confident in their decisions is very rewarding.”
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Dr. Martin had a Great Dane named Bo that passed away from bone cancer in 2023. Although she doesn’t currently have any pets, she looks forward to adopting animals throughout her career!
Covington, TN
Growing up with dogs, cats, and horses, I always knew I was meant to be an animal caretaker. I haven’t ever imagined myself in any other profession. My journey to becoming a vet started when I was a young teenager. Our family dog became sick with an autoimmune disease, and he declined very quickly. The vet that cared for him educated us, was open to our financial concerns, and offered several treatment options. Although we chose humane euthanasia due to his grave prognosis and financial constraints that would come from treating this life-long disease, we felt confident in our decision because of the high-quality care shown by that vet. I knew from that point on that I wanted to provide the same care and to be a voice for both owners and their pets while offering compassion, empathy, and education.
Veterinary medicine offers many enjoyments, but what I enjoy the most about my job is forming relationships with pets and their owners that last from puppyhood, to end-of-life, and even beyond. Pets often become our family members, so it is a great honor to be trusted with the care of them. Getting to help people navigate pet ownership and to provide education in a way that makes owners feel more confident in their decisions is very rewarding.
Bachelor of Science in Biological Sciences from Mississippi State University
Doctor of Veterinary Medicine from Lincoln Memorial University
I love living in Memphis because it allows me to be close to my family. There’s nothing like getting back to your roots. Oh, and not to mention all of the shopping and food options!
I wish that I could fly a plane!
