Meet Our Team
At Animal Care Center!
At Animal Care Center,
We're proud of the team we built to give
you the utmost best care for your pet!
Meet Our Staff:
Dr. Gary Brown
Dr. Gary Brown received his undergraduate BS degree from West Virginia University and his DVM from the University of Georgia in 1984. He is the founder of Animal Care Center, which he opened in 1990.
He has always been active in enhancing the education experience. He has been on multiple High School and College boards as well as mentoring veterinary students and others. Since 1998, Dr. Brown has been in a variety of leadership roles both professionally and locally. He has served West Virginia’s VMA as Regional Representative, President elect, President and has been WVVMA’s Delegate to AVMA 7 years.
In 2008 he was elected as AVMA Vice President and served two terms (2008-2010). Always active, he continued these activities as well as serving on the Mercer County Airport Authority and several other energetic groups.
In 2013, Dr. Brown has been honored with the West Virginia VMA Veterinarian of the Year and the Virginia VMA/Maryland VMA/VMRCVM Mentor of the Year awards. Professionally, Dr. Brown also belongs to the Virginia, Kentucky and Ohio VMA’s, Society for Theriogenology, Laser Society and American Animal Hospital Association.
An enthusiastic aviator, he holds both helicopter and fixed wing licenses. In addition, Dr. Brown also belongs to the Harley Owners Group, Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association, Antique Automobile Club of America, Family Motor Coach Association and the Italian Greyhound Club of America.
Dr. Brown is married to Mitzi M. Brown. They have multiple champion Italian Greyhounds as well as other rescued dogs, cats, peacocks and chickens
Phone: 304-425-7387
Email: drbrown@accpetvet.com
Dr. Danny Montgomery
Dr. Montgomery grew up in Preston Co, WV. He received his BS from WVU and Doctorate of Veterinary Medicine in 2002.
After graduating, Dr. Montgomery began practicing at Animal Care Center.
He is married to his lovely wife Amy and has two wonderful children, Alex and Edward.
He is a member of Organized Veterinary Medicine on the national and state levels. He is currently the treasurer on the West Virginia Veterinary Medical Association and Foundation board.
Phone: 304-425-7387
Email: drmontgomery@accpetvet.com
Dr. Jessica Ferrell
Dr. Ferrell recently joined Animal Care Center in 2014. She is a WV native, born and raised in McDowell County and a recent graduate of The University of Georgia College of Veterinary Medicine.
She brings along advanced training in the latest technology to ensure you continually get the best care possible for your pet family member! Throughout the course of her education, she was a member of the Student AVMA and the Zoological Medicine service at UGA.
When she is not in the office, she enjoys spending time with her 5 year old son and numerous rescue pets as well as reading, gardening and nature hikes!
Phone: 304-425-7387
Email: drferrell@accpetvet.com
Pam Fleeman, Office Mgr.
Pam has been in this position since the opening of the Animal Care Center in December of 1990.
Education: AAS in Accounting and Business Management, Summa Cum Laude.
Affiliations: Member of Veterinary Hospital Managers Association and of Rock Camp Baptist Church.
She is also a member of the Official NASCAR members club and National Hot Rod Association.
Phone: 304-425-7387
Email: office@accpetvet.com
Jennifer White, Receptionist.
Jennifer joined Animal Care Center from 1995 until 1999 when she took a break to be with her son. She then rejoined us in 2004 and continues to be an important part of our compassionate team, performing a job she enjoys every day.
She was born and raised in McDowell county and moved to Mercer county in 1990. She and her husband and son as well as two dogs, Lady and Buddy reside near Speedway.
Phone: 304-425-7387
Email: info@accpetvet.com
Brian Taylor, Receptionist.
Brian has worked at the Animal Care Center since 2007 and he has worked many different positions within our facility.
In his spare time, Brian enjoys spending time with his own pets and actively volunteers with the American Red Cross as an instructor trainer for Health and Safety & Disaster Services.
Phone: 304-425-7387
Email: info@accpetvet.com
Jessica Cole, Veterinary Assistant
Jessica has been working at the Animal Care Center since 2005.
She previously worked in the human health field for six years in central service where she gained a vast knowledge of instruments and sterilization.
Jessica is married with two kids and in her spare time she enjoys spending time with her family and horseback riding.
Phone: 304-425-7387
Email: info@accpetvet.com
Kala Beaman, Veterinary Assistant
Kala has worked at the Animal Care Center for over a year as a veterinary assistant.
She previously worked for us in 2005 as a kennel technician while she was attending WVU. She graduated in 2008 with a B.S. in Animal and Veterinary Sciences. She continued her education and obtained an M.S. in Animal Nutrition in 2010.
She is currently in the process of applying to veterinary schools.
In her spare time, she enjoys spending time with her dogs at the river.
Phone: 304-425-7387
Email: info@accpetvet.com
Beth Ramthun, Kennel Technician
Beth joined the Animal Care Center as a kennel technician.
She is married with two children, four dogs, a parrot and a horse and currently resides in Athens.
In her spare time she enjoys hiking, kayaking and horseback riding.
Phone: 304-425-7387
Email: info@accpetvet.com
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