Scott was born and raised in Virgina. He graduated from Christopher Newport University with a Business Degree. Scott was then accepted into Cornell University’s School of Veterinary Medicine where he became one of the few Cornell certified Farriers (equine podiatrist). He went on to run a successful hoof care business for several years.

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Scott later decided to partner with a veterinarian to open the country’s first Farrier & DVM Co-Owned practice. Twelve years later Scott decided to migrate the practice to small and companion animals. He opened Rustburg Veterinary Clinic in June 2021.

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On a typical day at the clinic, Scott can often be found taking orders from Chief, the Hospital Business Manager (and Goodest Boy) or attempting to convince his staff that their large canine patients are actually just really tiny horses. In his free time, Scott enjoys calvary reenactments, traveling, and spending time with his horses.

Mike was born and raised right here in Rustburg, VA. At age 18, Mike left to travel the U.S. before joining the military. He served his country for 8 years on active duty. After leaving the service, he explored the U.S. for another couple of years until he finally felt ready to settle down and get married to his wonderful wife, Tracy. They have a son, Noah, who they love very much. While at first Mike made a living as a stone worker, he decided to change careers and enter the veterinary field, where he works happily today.

Chief was rescued by Scott in June 2022 at 3 years old and given a new chance at life. They now travel everywhere together. He loves meeting other dogs, cats, and especially new people. His most favorite thing in the world is to play fetch with his 10 inch “Jolly Ball” (a toy designed for horses) or take the large ball in his mouth and run by “booping” the horses at Scott’s farm. Whenever Scott is at the clinic, Chief comes as well. He is always very happy to say hello to a patient or their owner.

Dr. Jean Pan graduated from Purdue University College of Veterinary Medicine in 2013. She is licensed in both California and Virginia. She has been with us since April of 2022 and is our Veterinarian In Charge. She is fluent in both English and Mandarin. She has 3 dogs named Callie, Pipsqueak, and Cutie. In her free time, she enjoys photography, as well as various arts and crafts.

Dr. Ashley Hoss is a Virginia native and graduate of Virginia-Maryland College of Veterinary Medicine.  She has been in Lynchburg for eight years and loves spending time with her family, traveling, and listening to music. Ashley loves building relationships with her clients, their pets, and truly becoming part of the local community.  She has four rescue pets: Dogs named, Hop, Penny, and Rue, as well as Mookie the cat.  

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Dr. Charles Hickey graduated from Kansas State and has been providing relief work for us for a number of years. In his free time, he enjoys dog shows, fishing, surfing, music, and reading. He has a wife named Sally, 6 children, 6 grandchildren, and 3 great grandchildren. His pets include Jack Russel Terriers, a Great Pyrenees, and a monkey named Baxter.

Dr. Gallagher was born in and raised in Roanoke, although traveling to many places including South Africa, she always ends up back in this area. She’s a Ross University Graduate, and has been practicing for over 13 years. Dr. Gallagher has been with Rustburg Since October of 2022. She has 4 dogs, 2 bearded dragons, and a bunch of ducks and chickens. In her spare time she likes to run or hike and spend time with her family. She has an obsession with cookies!

Dr. Amy Kennedy graduated from VMCVM in 1999 (Go Hokies!!). She is licensed to practice in Virgina and West Virgina. Dr. Kennedy joined the Rustburg Veterinary team in July of 2022. She lives on a farm in West Virgina with her husband David and their dog Compadre. In her spare time, Dr. Kennedy enjoys working on her farm where she spends time with her horses, raises cattle and tends to her garden. She also enjoys traveling, studying history, and canning the bounty from her farm.