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Jonathan C. Rocky, D.V.M.
Dr. Rocky is a native of the North Dallas area and knew from a very young age of his compassion for animals and love of science and medicine. He began volunteering at a local veterinary hospital at age 14, and confirmed his mission in the field while working his way through school. He completed a Bachelor of Science in Chemistry in 1999, from the University of Texas at Dallas, and started veterinary school 3 days later. Upon graduating from the College of Veterinary Medicine, Texas A&M University in 2003, Dr. Rocky joined a private veterinary clinic in Magnolia, Texas, a beautiful town in the piney woods of Northwest Houston. After a few years as an Associate Veterinarian, he was ready to start his own practice a little closer to family. In 2005, Dr. Rocky, family and friends began renovations of an old farm house in Greenville, Texas, and transformed it into our new veterinary facility, which opened in May 2006. Dr. Rocky and his wife Lauri reside in Greenville, with their twin daughters, Avery and Ella, dog Isabelle, and three cats Christopher, Willie & Waylon. Dr. Rocky holds membership in many veterinary organizations and is dedicated to practicing current protocols and modern, preventative medicine to ensure the safety and well being of the rest of your family.
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Lauri Rocky, Ph.D.
Lauri has been with Turtle Creek since its inception and serves the clinic as the Practice/Business Manger. She also has a background in canine reproduction and supports Dr. Rocky with the assisted reproductive needs of his canine clients to include semen collection, evaluation, freezing and storage, and also artificial insemination; both surgical and non-surgical. She and Dr. Rocky currently reside in Greenville with their twin daughters Avery and Ella, along with a houseful of furry, four-legged kids. Outside of work, Lauri thoroughly enjoys time with her family, reading and most any craft project.
Lauri holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Biology from the University of North Texas. After graduating college she decided pursue a post-graduate degree in the field reproductive biology at Texas A&M University. While there, she completed a Master of Science and Ph.D. in Reproductive Physiology with specific emphasis in canine and bovine reproduction. Lauri has also enjoyed serving as Adjunct Professor at Texas A&M University – Commerce where she has taught courses in Anatomy & Physiology, Reproductive Physiology of Domestic Animals and Nutritional Biochemistry to undergraduate students in the Agricultural Sciences Department.
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Amanda, RVT
Amanda joined the Turtle Creek team in January 2007 as a veterinary technician and now serves as the Office Manager. She is a Registered Veterinary Technician and began her career in emergency medicine in Utah. She enjoyed the thrills of a fast paced environment and unexpected challenges that quickly allowed her to apply her new found knowledge. Her exposure to unique opportunities to participate in specialty surgeries, the use of elite equipment, and participation in the ever-growing world of animal physical therapy, are only a few examples of the excitement she encountered in her first year on the job. Despite her enthusiasm, Amanda's heart not only longed to be back home in Texas, but to become an integral part of a veterinary practice and to contribute to her community. Amanda takes great satisfaction and pride in achieving this personal goal with Dr. Rocky and staff.
Home is now in Greenville, Texas where she resides with her husband and son. When she is not at work, she spends her time trying to keep up with them and their ever-growing animal family at home. She stays very busy with what has become her "hobby farm." Her passion for medicine and animals has always been a quality that she wants to share by teaching, listening, and providing any needed care for your four legged members of the family.
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Spencer
Spencer joined Turtle Creek as a Veterinary Technician in August of 2010. His passion for the medical field, and love of animals has kept him continuously interested in veterinary science. He has explored many avenues in this field. From veterinary assistant to pharmaceutical sales, to his most recent venture in College Station, TX as an Anesthesia Technician for Texas A&M University. Just recently he, along with his wife and three children, moved back from College Station so that they may pursue greater opportunities and be closer to family. Spencer has 4 canine family members; two Labradors, Katy and Max, and two Lhasa Apso's named Coco and Tumi. In his spare time, Spencer can be found entertaining his boys with fishing, riding bikes, or doing just about anything outdoors! |
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Rene
Rene joined the Turtle Creek team as a Veterinary Technician in April 2011. "Meow" was Rene's first word as a child and ever since then playing "doctor" with her animals and taking care of them has been one of her primary interests! She has served as a volunteer at her local animal shelters, and also worked as a Veterinary Assistant and Veterinary Technician in several day practices and at the Emergency Animal Hospital in Dallas where she refined her technical and critical care skills. Rene is a 2010 graduate of LeTourneau University where she earned a Bachelor of Science in Biology. She, along with her newlywed husband Mitch are new to the Greenville area and have one furry-feline kiddo named "Felix." In her spare time, Rene enjoys reading, playing with Felix, or watching movies with Mitch.
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Renesa
Renesa joined the Turtle Creek team in May of 2011, as a Client Care Specialist and Veterinary Assistant. She is currently majoring in Animal Science at Texas A&M University – Commerce and plans to graduate with her Bachelors in December 2011, followed by beginning her Master's degree in Animal Science upon completion of her degree. Renesa is a native of Garland, Texas with two brothers and many different family pets that include a myriad of dogs, cats, birds, fish, and turtles. When she was young, her parents often found themselves helping Renesa find homes for the numerous stray animals that she encountered. She has always cared and volunteered at local clinics and shelters as often as possible to help out in any way she could. Her Labrador/Rottweiler mix named Copper (rescued from a shelter as a pup) is her pride and joy! After completion of her academic career, Renesa intends to remain in the veterinary medical field to continue the pursuit of her passion with medical science and animals.
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Sara
Bio to be posted soon!
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