Our Team
Dr. William Martin
Central Vet Family Member since January 1981.
Location: Downtown
Dr. William “Bill” Martin was raised in Hendersonville, TN. He graduated from the University of Tennessee in 1978 with a B.S. in Animal Science. He graduated from the College of Veterinary Medicine in 1981. He worked as a veterinary assistant at Central Veterinary Hospital before becoming a veterinarian. He loves his job and has a life long commitment to veterinary medicine. He enjoys building long lasting relationships with his patients and clients. In his spare time he enjoys bicycle riding, swimming, and working out at National Fitness. He has one cat, Tabitha, at the moment, but has a soft spot for Corgis.
Dr. Benny Ferrell
Central Vet Family Member since July 1995.
Location: Choto
Born in Memphis, Tennessee, Dr. Ferrell attended the University of Memphis before moving to Knoxville where he graduated from the University of Tennessee with a B.S. in Animal Science in 1981. He graduated from the University of Tennessee College of Veterinary Medicine in 1984. Dr. Ferrell practiced small animal medicine from 1984 until he came to Central Veterinary Hospital in 1995. In addition to general veterinary care, Dr. Ferrell is also trained in ultrasound examination and evaluation techniques. Dr. Ferrell loves connecting with his patients. In his spare time he enjoys gardening and the outdoors. He enjoys spending time with his family; his wife Patty, his daughter Emily and son Ben.
Dr. Wesley Keele
Central Vet Family Member since June 2012.
Location: Choto
Dr. Wesley Keele grew up on a farm in Manchester, TN. He moved to Knoxville in 2004 to attend the University of Tennessee and has remained in Knoxville. Dr. Keele started working at Central Vet after graduation in 2012 and became a partner in 2015. Dr. Keele has a special interest in surgery, especially more complex soft tissue and orthopedic procedures and has additional training in ultrasonography. He has been married since 2012 to his wife Margaret, who is a physical therapist with Covenant Health. Dr. Keele and Margaret have 3 children, twins Jackson and Ellie and Hayes. They also have three little “fur” kids a Shi tzu Max, a miniature schnauzer Belle, and a poodle Wally. In his spare time, Dr. Keele enjoys spending time with his family, running, and traveling.
Dr. Dustin Patterson
Central Vet Family Member since June 2015.
Locations: Downtown and Northeast
A West Tennessee native, Dr. Patterson is a graduate of the University of Tennessee at Martin and the University of Tennessee College of Veterinary Medicine. He practiced mixed animal medicine in Dickson, TN before joining the Central team in 2015. When he’s not working, Dr. Patterson enjoys spending time with his wife, two children, and dog. Dr. Patterson sees patients at the downtown and northeast offices.
Dr. Andy Shoultz – Northeast Medical Director
Central Vet Family Member since July 2018.
Location: Northeast
Dr. Shoultz is originally from Southern Indiana and graduated from the University of Tennessee College of Veterinary Medicine in 2017. Following veterinary school, he completed an internship in Louisville, Kentucky, where he further developed his clinical skills and passion for patient care. He enjoys building lasting relationships with clients and their pets and takes pride in serving the community he calls home.
Dr. Shoultz enjoys all aspects of veterinary medicine but has a particular interest in building lasting relationships with clients, helping pets live healthier lives, and supporting the community he serves. He values working closely with families to create the best possible care plans for their pets.
Outside of the hospital, Dr. Shoultz enjoys cheering on the St. Louis Cardinals, trail running, biking around Knoxville, and spending time with his wife and daughter, Isla. He also shares his home with Fiona, his beloved dog.
Dr. Katherine Kirchberg
Central Vet Family Member since September 2020.
Location: Downtown
Dr. Kathryn Kirchberg is an East Tennessee native. She studied Biology at Sewanee: The University of the South and graduated from the University of Tennessee College of Veterinary Medicine with her DVM in 2019. Since then Dr. Kirchberg has been practicing small animal medicine in the East Tennessee area, and she particularly enjoys internal medicine, preventative care, and feline medicine. She loves getting to know her clients and patients, as well as helping to maintain the special bond that they share. Dr. Kirchberg loves traveling, spending time outside, and reading. She and her husband, Jeff, have a sweet Golden Retriever named Penelope and a sassy cat named Tobi.
Dr. Emmie Truett
Central Vet Family Member since August 2021.
Location: Downtown – Urgent Care
Dr. Truett grew up moving around internationally and stateside, but has always referred to Knoxville as her home. She went to the University of Tennessee for undergrad and is a 2019 graduate of The University of Tennessee College of Veterinary Medicine. She lives with her husband, Thomas, and their numerous hooved, feathered, and furry children on their hobby farm. She spends most of her free time outside gardening, hiking, reading, traveling, trying out new breweries and restaurants around town, or spending time with friends and family. She is thrilled to be part of the Central Vet family and looks forward to building long lasting relationships with her clients and patients.
Dr. Erin Holt
Central Vet Family Member since October 2022.
Location : Downtown
Dr. Holt grew up in a military family and was able to travel coast to coast as a child. She attended Farragut High School, followed by UT for a Bachelors in Psychology, Masters in Public Health and Doctorate in Veterinary Medicine. She has been practicing in Northern Louisiana since graduation 3 years ago. She shares her life with 2 fur kids, a 5 year old terrier mix named Abner and a 3 year old French Bulldog named Juniper. She loves improving the human animal bond and getting to know both clients and patients. Her favorite part of being a vet is doing soft tissue surgeries and animal dentistry.
Dr. Emily Svec
Central Vet Family Member since June 2022
Location: Northeast
Dr. Svec was born in Columbus, Ohio, but spent most of her time growing up in Southern California. She moved to Knoxville in 2018 to attend University of Tennessee veterinary school where she graduated in 2022. She started working at Central Veterinary Hospital after graduation and looks forward to building lasting relationships with clients and patients and helping to strengthen the bond between them. She shares her home with her dog, Laika, and three cats, Calvin, Leelu, and Moth. In her free time she enjoys hiking, gardening, and pottery.
Dr. Miguel Ángel de Villa
Central Vet Family Member since July 2023.
Location: Downtown
Dr. Miguel Ángel de Villa was born in Venezuela and grew up in sunny South Florida. He completed his undergradate studies in biology and chemistry at Florida State University in 2014 and graduated with high honors at the University of Florida College of Veterinary Medicine in May 2023. In June of 2023, Dr. de Villa moved to Knoxville, TN along with his fiancé, Jess. He has been practicing at Central Veterinary Hospital since July 2023. Dr. de Villa’s particular interests in veterinary medicine include dermatology, ophthalmology, internal medicine, and soft tissue surgery as well as primary care and dentistry. In his spare time, Dr. Miguel enjoys playing and watching tennis, hiking, traveling, eating, and spending time with his family, including his dog and cat, Olive and Otter. Dr. de Villa currently practices in the downtown clinic. Dr. de Villa is also fluent in spanish and is looking forward to being able to help our clients feel at ease during their visits (el Dr. de Villa habla español y puede ver clientes y sus mascotas en español).
Dr. Megan Broadrick
Central Vet Family since July 2023
Location: Northeast
Dr. Broadrick is from Nashville, TN and moved to Knoxville with her husband, Carson, in 2018. They have enjoyed living here and consider it our home. They love spending time with friends and family, exploring nature, and discovering all the yummy food and coffee shops that are around. She also enjoys picking flowers and going to art museums.
She got started in this field as a licensed veterinary nurse many years ago and loved every minute of it. I decided to go back to school to become a Veterinarian and graduated from UTCVM in 2023. It has been quite the rewarding journey for her and she wouldn’t trade it for anything. She finds special interest in soft tissue surgery, dentistry, internal medicine, and wellness care.
What she loves the most about veterinary medicine is having the privilege to not only care for all types of animals, but the humans as well. The relationship between us and our furry (or not furry) friends is so special and she takes joy in being a part of that.
Dr. Sandrina Simonovich
Central Vet Family Member since 2024.
Location: Northeast
Dr. Simonovich graduated from the University of Tennessee College of Veterinary Medicine (UTCVM) in 2024 and has been a valued member of the Central Vet team for the past two years. Originally from New Jersey, she earned her undergraduate degree from Florida State University before pursuing her veterinary career. A self-proclaimed cat enthusiast, Dr. Simonovich shares her home with four cats: Jaxson, Willow, Figs, and Stallone. Outside of work, she enjoys arts and crafts, spending time on the lake with her boat, cooking, and catching the latest movies.
Dr. Taylor Minger
Central Vet Family Member since 2026.
Location: Downtown- Urgent Care
Originally from Northern Virginia, Dr. Minger earned her DVM degree from the Virginia-Maryland College of Veterinary Medicine at Virginia Tech in 2021. She practiced feline-exclusive medicine at a cat-only clinic for three years before transitioning to relief work with both dogs and cats. While she enjoys treating dogs, cats remain her true passion.
Her professional interests include internal medicine, cardiology, anesthesia and analgesia, and soft-tissue surgery.
Outside of veterinary medicine, Dr.Minger is an avid Baltimore Orioles fan and watches nearly every game. She also participates in autocross events and is devoted to her orange-and-white mackerel tabby cat, Spencer. In her free time, she enjoys spending time with her husband, who is pursuing a veterinary residency in Clinical Pathology at the University of Tennessee College of Veterinary Medicine, and their Shetland Sheepdog, Winston.
Dr. Taylor Minger
Central Vet Family Member since 2026.
Location: Downtown
An East Tennessee native, Dr. Carter enjoys exploring the outdoors with her husband, Jake, and their dogs. On rainy days, she can often be found baking or trying new restaurants. She attended the University of Tennessee in Knoxville for both her undergraduate studies and veterinary education.
Dr. Carter has special interests in internal medicine, feline medicine, and dentistry. As a recent graduate, she continues to grow and develop her veterinary skills while providing compassionate care to her patients. She is known for her willingness to help others, her ability to listen to different perspectives, and her commitment to fostering a positive and collaborative team environment.
Dr. Abby Phillips
Central Vet Family Member since 2026.
Location: Downtown
Dr. Monica Creazzo
Central Vet Family Member since 2026.
Location: Downtown- Urgent Care
Originally from Morristown, Tennessee, Dr. Monica attended the University of Tennessee for both her undergraduate studies and veterinary education. For the past three years, she has worked in mixed animal practice, gaining experience caring for a wide variety of patients. That experience helped her develop strong adaptability and quick decision-making skills, qualities that serve her well in urgent care settings.
Her professional interests include surgery, preventive medicine, and hospice care. She is known for her compassionate and approachable nature, taking time to listen to clients and ensure they feel heard and supported throughout their pets’ care. She believes that a little laughter can go a long way and enjoys building meaningful connections with both patients and their families.
Outside of work, she enjoys hiking with her dog, Jill, paddle boarding, and cooking. Go Vols!
Madeleine Masse Womble – Practice Manager
Central Vet Family Member since January 1999.
Madeleine was born in Quebec, Canada, moved to the USA back in the 80’s. Following her husband Jeff’s military service, they returned to his hometown, Knoxville TN. They now live in Union County where they enjoy the quiet country life. She has three grown children all graduates of UTK. She has two grandchildren, Keira and Caspian. She spends her free time enjoying her family, the outdoors, tennis, boating and church family. She is the blessed owner of two dogs, Bandite, a Jack Russell born at the clinic and Mocha, who was an owner surrender.
Kelly – Practice Manager
Central Vet Family Member since August 2008.
Kelly joined Central Veterinary Hospital in 2008 while attending the University of Tennessee, where she earned a degree in Natural Resource and Environmental Economics. After graduating, she transitioned to a full-time role and now serves as Practice Manager. Over the past 18 years, Kelly has enjoyed helping Central Vet grow by improving operations, supporting the team, and finding creative solutions to keep the hospitals running smoothly.
Outside of work, Kelly enjoys cooking, baking, crafting, and tackling new projects. She loves spending time with family and friends, especially her husband, Buster, and their daughter, Evelyn, and is always eager to learn something new.
Mercedes – Vet Assistant Manager
Central Vet Family Member since November 2010.
Location: Downtown
Mercedes was originally born in St. Petersburg, Florida. She started out working as an after school volunteer in 2009 and was officially hired in November 2010. She has attended Pellissippi State Technical Community College. She loves working with animals, and has spent time at an animal sanctuary in Costa Rica. She has four cats – Cappuccino, Maple, Milo and Peter Parker. In her free time she enjoys reading, watching TV, and being with family.
Megan Hutchinson – Client Relation Specialist Supervisor
Central Vet Family Member since 2021.
Location: Downtown
Nicole Eddy – Northeast Clinic Manager.
Central Vet Family Member since 2021
With nearly 10 years of experience in veterinary medicine and almost 20 years in leadership and management, she brings a unique combination of operational expertise, team development, and a passion for delivering exceptional patient and client care.
Originally from West Virginia, Nicole moved to East Tennessee six years ago with her husband and has proudly made the area home. She thrives in the fast-paced environment of veterinary medicine, especially emergency cases, and enjoys the teamwork and energy that come with a busy hospital. She is passionate about building strong, positive teams and believes great leadership comes from supporting others, encouraging growth, and continually striving for excellence.
Outside of work, Nicole and her husband enjoy spending time with their four dogs—two French Bulldogs, a Great Dane mix, and a Doberman. In their free time, they love taking motorcycle rides through the beautiful scenery of East Tennessee and discovering new local restaurants. As self-proclaimed foodies, they enjoy supporting local businesses and exploring everything the community has to offer.
Nicole feels fortunate to work alongside an incredible team every day and is committed to fostering a positive culture where employees, clients, and patients alike can thrive. She believes that when people feel supported, valued, and empowered, exceptional care naturally follows.
Dawn – Choto Clinic Manager
Dawn, our Choto Clinic manager, was helpful when we opened this location. She has been in the veterinary field for over 20 years working in all departments including management. Originally from Union, IL, her family moved to Knoxville May 2020. Dawn currently resides in Rockford, Tn with her husband Rodney and youngest son Danny. In her spare time, she enjoys camping, raising and showing Netherland Dwarf rabbits, and spending time with her grandbaby, Madison. Her crazy house of animals includes her 3 dogs, Shelby the lab, Stitch the sheltie, and her wild border collie puppy Simba, her African Grey Parrot Harley, and her cat Chappie.
