Robbin Temple, DVM

Medical Director / Co-Owner

Dr. Temple joined the Bells Ferry Veterinary Hospital staff on June 14th, 1999 and as of January 29th 2007 she is co-owner of the hospital. She graduated from the University of Georgia College of Veterinary Medicine on May 10th 1997 and is a proud member of the Bulldog Nation - GO DAWGS! Dr. Temple treats dogs, cats, small mammals, exotics and wildlife. She loves surgery and client education - especially for new puppies/kittens and older pets. Her outside interests include hiking, reading, home improvement projects, spending time with her wonderful husband, two children and extended family. Dr. Temple has 3 dogs:  Hadley a Boston Terrier, Henry a Boxer and Coleton a Pug, 2 cats: Fletcher & Owen, and 2 African Grey Parrots: Grey & Amos.

Melissa Miller, DVM

Associate Veterinarian

​Dr. Miller was raised in rural Illinois and being surrounded by creatures big and small, she naturally wanted to pursue veterinary medicine.  Dr. Miller graduated with honors from Univ of IL in 2000.  She then spent 3 years in the Phoenix area before meeting her husband and moving to Georgia.  She shares her home with her husband, 2 children and 1 fur kid- dog named Alge (short for Algernon).  When not at work she enjoys hiking with her family at Kennesaw Mountain and around Red Top Mountain state park.

Trevor Lyon, RVT

Practice Manager / Co-Owner

Trevor came to work at BFVH in February of 2001. He is a member of the BFVH management team and as of January 2007 is co-owner of the hospital with Dr. Robbin Temple. He completed his education at Maple Woods Community College in Kansas City, MO in 1995. While living in Kansas, Trevor worked in the Internal Medicine Dept. of one of the largest specialty practices in the area and at Bayer Animal Health. After moving to Atlanta in 1999, he worked at a local general practice and at Radiocat caring for hyperthyroid cats. His main interests inside the hospital include radiology, wildlife (with an emphasis on Birds of Prey), and exotics. Outside of work, he enjoys spending time with his wife and 2 daughters, mountain biking, roller blading, fishing, and falconry. Trevor shares his home with 5 Border Collies;  Bounce, Flirt, Malcolm, Verse, Ivy and a Bewier Terrier named Oliver.

Jasmine Lyon, RVT

Hospital Administrator

Jasmine joined our team in September of 1999. She is the hospital administrator of Bells Ferry Veterinary Hospital and in February of 2003 graduated from Purdue University's Management Program as a Certified Practice Manager. Jasmine has been a technician for the past 16 years, working at several local, private and specialty practices. She received her veterinary technician license (RVT) in August, 2004. Her in house interests include wildlife and canine behavior. Jasmine's outside interests include spending time with her husband and 2 daughters, gardening, traveling, showing dogs and competing in agility with her dogs Bounce, Malcolm and Verse (Border Collie). In addition she shares her home with Oliver (Bewier Terrier). Jasmine is also active in Border Collie rescue.

Donna Mills

Administrative Assistant

Donna has been with us since 1985. She has been working in veterinary medicine since 1963 starting out as a receptionist. She is a very important part of the day-to-day operations of our hospital. Managing employee benefits and payroll are just a few of her responsibilities with in the clinic. Donna is very busy outside of the hospital also. She is active in her church, doing various activities including singing in the church choir. She and her husband, Harold are active with Gideon's International on local, district, and state levels. Her favorite activities around the house are watching the birds and wildlife that come to the feeders in her back yard.

Karen Wolverton

Customer Service Supervisor

Karen joined us in the spring of 2011. She comes to us from retail and we have enjoyed watching her grow with new knowledge and excitement for animal care. Karen was recently promoted to CS Supervisor and has excelled in her new role.  You can find Karen enjoying the outdoors on her day off.  She loves to hike, camp and let's not forget for the cheering on the Braves and Altanta United and maybe a little shopping! Karen shares her home with a mixed breed dog named Monroe, a cat named Skully and a Bunny named Toasted Coconut.

Christine Turner, RVT

Technician Supervisor

Chrissy joined the BFVH family in June of 2001 as treatment and surgery technician, she was promoted to techncian supervisor in 2006. She also enjoys working with exotics, radiology and blood chemistry - especially cytology and pathology . Chrissy received her veterinary technician license (RVT) in August, 2004. Outside of work, she enjoys drawing, going to the movies and weather watching. She shares her home with her husband Richard and her 3 cats, BC, Talon and Pickles.

Jessica Coleman, RVT

Surgery Technician

Jessica joined the BFVH family in November of 2013. She received her degree in veterinary technology from Ogeechee Technical College in Statesboro, GA in 2013. We were very proud when she passed her State and National board exams to receive her Veterinary Technician License in 2014. Her main interests inside the hospital include client education, working with wildlife and exotic pets. Outside of work, she enjoys horseback riding, shopping, arts and crafts and spending time with family and friends and cheering on . Jessica and her husband Blayne share their home with a 2 kitties (Pugsley, Penelope), 4 Dogs Munson and Monopoly (Corgis), Knox (GSP) and Coco (Lab Mix)  2 Yellow Bellied Sliders ) and 2 Cockatiels and a Tortoise named Nala.

Laurie Burkhalter

Veterinary Technician

Laurie joined our family in June of 2006. She is a fabulous addition to our team. Laurie has a huge heart, which she openly shares with the pet, client and all her co-workers. Laurie's interest inside the clinic includes client education, ultrasound, radiology and getting to know some of the most amazing animals. Laurie shares her home with a troop of Shih Tzu's. In her spare time you may find Laurie shopping, enjoying photography or more shopping!

Brien Drake

Veterinary Technician

Brien joined our family in November of 2018. He has 3 dogs Nolan (Lab MIx), Chipper and Baxter (Yorkies).  Brien loves working with and caring for the patients that come into the practice. When he is not at work, he is spending time with his wife and family. He enjoys watching college football and playing basketball.

Shannon Mulvey

Customer Service Representative

Shannon joined BFVH in August of 2015. She started with us as an animal care specialist and transferred to our customer service department so she could learn all aspects of working at a veterinary hospital. Shannon loves helping out all over the hospital, especially with any of the wildlife that comes in She has 3 dogs Blair, Deeks, Morty and 4 cats Ty, Penelope, Czar and Forest. When she is not working she loves going to the gym and hanging out with her friends. She is currently attending St. Petersburg College working towards her RVT degree. 

Traci Homewood

Animal Care Specialist

We welcomed Traci to our BFVH team in April of 2009.  Traci enjoys taking care of and spending time with our four legged friends that stay with us in our boarding facility.  She is also interested in continuing her education on exotic animals such as ferrets, rats, snakes, hamsters and rabbits. On Traci's day off you may find her in her kitchen baking up goodies which she enjoys bringing in for her fellow staff to enjoy.  She also enjoys movies and playing with her own four legged friends. Traci shares her home with her terrier mix Suzie,a Dachshund Bo, and two rescue pooches named LuLu & Sundance.

Tia Carter

Animal Care Specialist

We welcomed Tia to our BFVH team in April of 2019

Peggy Geils

Groomer

Peggy joined us in the summer of 2016. Peggy has more that 8 years of grooming experience. She has been a wonderful addition to our family. Peggy has quickly developed a very loyal clientele. She grooms both dogs and cats and goes to great lengths to assure that your pets have a relaxing and enjoyable day at the spa. 

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Jami Whiting, DVM

Chiropractor
Dr. Jami Whiting grew up in California and received her undergraduate degree in Animal Science from Cal Poly San Luis Obispo. She completed her DVM at UC Davis, followed by an internship at the Littleton Equine Medical Center and the Goulburn Valley Equine Hospital in Australia.  She then completed an internal medicine residency program at the Hagyard Equine Medical Institute in Lexington, Kentucky. In 2000, she was employed by the Dubai Equine Hospital as the Internal Medicine Specialist, providing internal medicine and critical care expertise to the region.  Following training at the Chi Institute of Traditional Chinese Veterinary Medicine under Huisheng Xie, DVM., Ph.D., she began incorporating these traditions into her practice. She continued to expand her knowledge and experience in the healing arts by training at Options for Animals College of Animal Chiropractic. Dr. Whiting uses all her training and experience, along with her deep respect and love for the animal to serve as an advocate for their care. Dr. Whiting is certified by the Chi Institute of TCVM, as well as the International Veterinary Chiropractic Association. She is a member of the AATCVM, the IVCA, the AAEP, and the AVMA.