Get to Know Our Friendly Veterinary Team in Weaverville
Our exceptional team of veterinary professionals at Broad River Animal Hospital is here to care for your pets like their own.
Anne McRae
Practice ManagerAnne McRae grew up in Tucker, GA where she began working in the veterinary industry at the age of 16. She has worked in many areas of practice from cleaning kennels and walking dogs to managing all aspects of front and back of house operations. When she is not working, she enjoys live music, camping, gardening in her yard, spending time with family and hanging out with pets Percey, Coal, Little Ray and Millie. She is married and has a son at Appalachian State University.
One of the things Anne loves most about working at Broad River Animal Hospital is that it feels like family. And the views-you can’t beat the views!
Kelly
RVTI have been a Registered Vet Tech for over 30 years. I earned my degree from Tri-County Tech in SC.
I have a thirst for learning and I want to help my patients in all aspects of life. When I’m not at work, I also enjoy wildlife rehabilitation and horseback riding. My crew at home includes dogs, cats, chickens, horses and a donkey.
Ashley
RVTBio coming soon!
Deb
RVTI started my Vet Tech career later in life, after graduating from the first Vet Tech class at AB Tech. I really love my job and feel like I actually make a difference in the lives of my patients. I enjoy client communication and education.
I share my home with my husband, 3 dogs, 2 cats, 2 pot-bellied pigs, 2 prairie dogs and a cockatiel.
I like to spend my spare time with my husband and two grown children. We enjoy cruises and attending car shows in our antique cars.
Anna
RVTAnna has been a licensed veterinary technician for over 30 years and graduated from SUNY Delhi in 1988 with an A.A.S. in veterinary science technology. She has a special interest in surgery and spent many years working in orthopedic/specialty surgical practices before moving to Western North Carolina in 2005. You are likely to meet Anna when bringing your pets in for surgery and dental work as well as during discharge time.
In her free time Anna keeps busy hiking, biking and horseback riding with her husband. Her home is shared with dog Fernando (outstanding hiking companion) and 2 cats Rue and Freddy-a.k.a. Little spitfire!
Lisa
Exam Room TechBio coming soon!
Jessica
Tech AssistantBio coming soon!
Clayton
Client Service RepresentativeClayton is a former Special Education teacher that taught for 17 years in North Carolina & San Francisco. When she is away from work, she enjoys mountain biking, hiking, cooking, traveling, yoga, live music & volunteering in the community. Her human and furry crew include her husband, two adult sons and 4 pets- Ahsoka Tano, Dolly Parton, Hunter McPhaterson & Burt Reynolds.
Kiri
Client Service RepresentativeKiri has many years of veterinary experience, beginning as a teenager with an after-school kennel job. She went on to work as an assistant and front desk associate at a handful of hospitals in New York state and North Carolina. She had also taken a vet med hiatus or two to explore other ventures, most recently to Colorado from 2018 to 2020. Overwhelmed by too much snow, not enough barbecue and the onset of COVID-19, she returned to Western NC in 2020, where her heart has always remained, as well as her family. Kiri is a proud aunt to three adventurous teenagers, Finn, Sam & Hunter, and two perfectly imperfect German shorthaired pointers, Trout & Catch. She is currently waiting for the perfect older dog to enter her life, and the search will continue…stay tuned!
Dawnia
Client Service RepresentativeDawnia grew up in the mountains of Western North Carolina where she developed a strong respect and love for her mountain heritage, animals, and nature. She transitioned from human healthcare into veterinary medicine four years ago. She and her husband, who have been married for over 35 years, have two adult children. They have a Shorkie (Aspen), an Australian Cattle Dog (Ryli), and a large Tabby boy (Boomer). They enjoy traveling, camping, fishing, and adventuring on the back roads and trails of the Blue Ridge Mountains. Dawnia also enjoys nature photography and hand-crocheting.
Jacob
Hospital MascotOur beloved Jacob came to Broad River Animal Hospital in August, 2018. He’d been involved in an accident getting hit by a truck. The doctors had high hopes of him being able to rehabilitate his injuries but after weeks/months of intense treatment and rehab he remained without the use of his back legs. At this point he was so loved by the ladies at the hospital they decided to adopt him and make him a permanent part of the staff! Jacob lives with one of our senior technicians, Kelly.
Jacob has a special wheelchair that allows him to be mobile. One of his very favorite things to do is to go hiking and swim in creeks! You can find him cruising around the hospital at lunchtime greeting everyone that visits. Especially children! He loves children! Jacob does his best to make sure everything is running smoothly at the hospital. He is quick to give moral support to his ladies when they have hard days.
Jacob is our biggest cheerleader when it comes to our annual food and supply drive. He loves helping others in need.
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