Our Veterinary Team

Meet Our Veterinary Team

Dr. Deana Hayes

Medical Director / Veterinarian
Bio coming soon.

Dr. Katya Weikel, DVM

Veterinarian

How long have you been practicing?
3 years

Where did you go to school?
St. Mathews University and University of Georgia

What do you pride yourself in when it comes to veterinary medicine and/or taking care of your patients?
Waking up every day being able to live my dream. Just knowing I make a difference in the lives of my patients and clients. I especially enjoy seeing a sick patient and making them feel much better.

What do you like to do in your free time?
I am involved in the Blue Ridge community theater. I play keyboard and piano, love lake days out in the boat, and enjoy the local breweries, restaurants, vineyards, art galleries and all the North GA mountains have to offer.

Dr. Marcus Webster

Veterinarian

Dr. Marcus Webster is a Veterinary Medical Officer . Dr. Webster is a graduate of Mississippi State University where he received a BS in Biological Sciences and Minor in French. He then attended Tuskegee University we received a Doctorate of Veterinary Medicine.

After graduation, Dr. Webster launched his career examining cattle, sheep, and goats as an ante-mortem /post mortem veterinarian for Food Safety and Inspection Service. In this position he examined cattle for diseases and medications which may be a threat to human health for three years. He then continued his work in this position in Cartersville, Georgia for another three years examining cattle, sheep, and goats for disease of public health concern. While working for the FSIS, he joined Copper Basin Vet Clinic to follow his passion for providing medical care for the communities animal family members in the area. Dr. Webster expanded his experience in veterinary medicine as an overnight veterinarian for urgent care and emergency care animal patients. In this position, he performed various emergency surgeries and developed hospital care plans for critically ill patients. He enjoys being here in the area and working with the local community. In his free time he enjoys exploring different aspects of veterinary medicine and being with family.

Tammy D.

Practice Manager / CVT

How long have you been practicing?
24 years

Where did you go to school?
St. Petersburg College

What do you pride yourself in when it comes to veterinary medicine and/or taking care of your patients?
I have always strived to make patient care and comfort my main priority. I have spent the past two decades dedicated to increasing my knowledge of veterinary medicine as well as mentoring the next generation of students.

What do you like to do in your free time?
My family and I like to enjoy what the mountains have to offer. We kayak, fish, work in the gardens and do projects around the house. I also spend a great deal of time making sure none of my 4 legged children are left out!

Stacy D.

Senior Technician

How long have you been practicing?
22 years

Where did you go to school?
Snead State, Memphis University & Shelby State

What do you pride yourself in when it comes to veterinary medicine and/or taking care of your patients?
Quality care. Treating all patients as if they were members of my own family. Pride in supporting animal welfare and helping clients feel safe, respected, and compassionate in their time of grief.

What do you like to do in your free time?
I enjoy reading, my favorite poet is Edgar Allen Poe and one of my favorite writers is Kristen Ashley. I also love to camp and anything that has to do with the outdoors and my family.

Liz T.

Assistant

How long have you been practicing?
2 years

Where did you go to school?
Northwest College in Powell, WY

What do you pride yourself in when it comes to veterinary medicine and/or taking care of your patients?
Patient care, client relationships, and medical care.

What do you like to do in your free time?
Horseback riding, kayaking, and camping

Andrea S.

Assistant

Bio coming soon!

Courtney G.

Assistant

Bio coming soon!

Marissa B.

Assistant

Bio coming soon!

Amy C.

Receptionist

How long have you been practicing?
5 years

Where did you go to school?
Evans High and Valencia Community College

What do you pride yourself in when it comes to veterinary medicine and/or taking care of your patients?
Caring and compassion and listening to the pets and owners.

What do you like to do in your free time?
Garden, Read, Crocheting, and watching movies. Married with 4 children and 4 grandchildren.

Stacey R.

Receptionist

Bio coming soon!