The friendly, professional staff at VCA Animal Hospitals is made up of dedicated individuals who have made it their mission to help pets live long, healthy lives. To be true to the mission, the hospital team relies on several individuals, each equally important in helping us deliver the best patient and client experience for both you and your pet. And if things get complicated, we are fortunate to have access to the nation's largest network of VCA veterinarians and board-certified specialists.
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Team Spotlight
Melissa joined VCA in 2016 and is currently the hospital manager for both VCA Appalachian and VCA Dahlonega. She is an Elite Fear Free Certified Professional and a Cat Friendly Advocate. Her passion is creating a friendly, stress-free environment for all patients and educating pet owners about the importance of not only their pet's physical health, but also their emotional health. She loves to schedule "happy" visits with patients to help acclimate them to the hospital. These visits include lots of treats, pets, and belly rubs.
When not at work, Melissa enjoys watching baseball (Go Braves!), volunteering, gardeni...
