Doctors
Dr. Brian King
The ring-leader of our group, as some would call him, is Dr. Brian King. He started practicing here in July 1993 and ‘bought the practice in 2005. Originally from Memphis, he achieved his degree at Mississippi State University. You may notice that the clinic is not your “run of the mill” clinic. Dr King is a lover of the arts, which is not only reflected in our colorful clinic with eclectic mix of local and world art pieces, but also in his presence on the music scene. He plays drums in the band Sho Nuff and can always been seen at local music venues. On weekends you may also find him out and about with his wife Liz and their 2 girls, Bella and Francesca. The 4-legged members of their family include 2 dogs, Annie and Gus.
Dr. Gordon Luke
Our other main man around here is Dr. Gordon Luke. Originally from Summerville, he got his start here as a vet tech in 1992-1994. He went on to earn his degree from the University of Georgia and briefly moved to Oregon but returned to us in Oct 2004. He and his wife Bridget are the proud parents of 2 children, Gracyn and MacLain. Their 4-legged children include 3 dogs and 1 cat, Angus, Oliver, Remus, and Gill. Dr. Luke’s hobbies include fly fishing, woodworking, and camping with the family.
Office Staff
Nicole Rhea
(Office Manager & Technician)
Our office manager hails from the great state of Iowa which is where she earned her veterinary technician degree at Kirkwood Community College. She started out here as a veterinary technician in 1996 and earned her spot as our head lady in 2008. When she’s not here you can usually find her at the beach, playing softball or working in her yard. She has 2 lovely, Kaila and Jaden. They also like to spend a lot of time with their 2 dogs and 3 cats, Penny, Charlie, Milo, Terrence, and Clemens.
Sabrina Ferri
(Administrative Manager)
Another long-time front desk face is Sabrina Ferri. She came here in 2007 as well after working at an Equine Clinic for 3 years and another small animal practice for 3 years. She is a Lowcountry native who grew up on a farm riding horses her whole life. She also enjoys riding her four-wheeler, being out in the woods or on the boat, and spending time with family. She and her boyfriend Tim have 2 dogs and a cat, Lena, Kota, and Sir.
Kacie Bates
(Administrative Assistant)
Kacie moved to Charleston from Hendersonville NC in 2017 to complete our front desk dream team. She stays busy playing softball, going to the beach, and hanging with friends. Even though she doesn’t have any pets of her own, she loves spoiling everyone elses pets! Fun fact: She is Nicole Evans’ cousin.
Tatiana Fisher
One friendly face that you will only see on Saturdays is Tatiana. She started with us back 2014 and has a dog and a cat, Hagan and Edgar. She loves cooking, gardening, and traveling with her boyfriend Arthur.
Rae McLaughlin
Rae has been a breath of sunshine and positivity on the Front Desk team since 2022. She came to us from Colorado and welcomed her first daughter, Leliana, into the world in 2024.
Courtney Fondacaro
Courtney came over from doggy day care to the front desk last year and has been a wonderful addition to the team. Courtney likes to read and go to the beach, and she is currently planning her wedding in 2026.
Technicians
Dede Dunlap
(Human Resource Manager & Technician)
One very familiar face is Dede Dunlap. She livens up the clinic with her crazy hair and loud laugh. Originally from New York, she has lived in the Lowcountry most of her life and came to us in 2005. With her love of walking the beach, refinishing furniture, and going out with friends you would never know she is a mother of 3 and a grandmother of 2! She also has 1 dog and 1 cat, Angus and Gravy.
Rose Torres
Our third curly haired lady is another NC native. Rose decided to leave the cold mountains of Boone for the warm beaches here in 2018 making her our newest face. She has adapted well and loves kayaking, taking her dog Simba to the beach, and exploring all that Charleston has to offer.
Our back of house team of amazing technicians is ever expanding as our business grows. Since 2021, Elena Mpougas, Kari Orga, Thomas Catlett, Holly Fisher, and Lauren Ruddy have joined the Technician team.