Meet Our Team
At Leitchfield Veterinary Clinic, our trusted veterinary care starts with great people. From preventive care for dogs and cats to mixed-animal support that reflects our rural community, our reliable team is committed to making every visit feel welcoming, informative, and focused on what’s best for your animal.
Meet the Team at Leitchfield Veterinary Clinic
If you’re looking for trusted, local veterinarians and a friendly team that truly listens, you’ll find it here along with the skilled technicians, assistants, and client care staff who keep your pet’s care running smoothly from check-in to follow-up.
Our Veterinary Doctors
Dr. Todd Ray
Dr. Todd Ray is a 1994 graduate of Auburn University College of Veterinary Medicine. He and his lovely wife, Denise, have 4 young adult children (Justin, Kaleb, Gavin, and Taylor) and 3 house dogs – Patron, Princess, and Remi, along with many Quarter Horses.
Dr. Ray, managing DVM, loves his profession and takes great pride in putting forth every effort to improve the lives of pets and their owners.
“I think we have a great team that has a lot of compassion and years of knowledge, and that makes me very proud of them,” says Dr. Ray. “We call them the Dream Team!”
Dr. Nikki Poole
Education: Auburn University College of Veterinary Medicine
Hometown: Fordsville, KY
Pets: Too numerous to list. (LOL)
Dr. Poole is a 2012 graduate originating from Ohio County, Ky. She joins us with a lot of mixed animal experience and a lot of compassion to help pets live a better life. She has numerous species of animals, from cattle to snakes, on her farm. She looks forward to meeting you and to helping you help your pet live a longer, healthier life.
Dr. Nikki loves tending to animals on the farm, running, and scuba diving.
Assistants & Technicians
Stephanie Geary
Stephanie is the Lead Licensed Veterinary Technician and a graduate of OCTC, with over six years of experience in the veterinary field. In her role, she provides leadership within the technical team, supports patient care, assists in medical procedures, and helps ensure efficient, high-quality operations throughout the clinic.
Known for her compassion, reliability, and attention to detail, Stephanie plays an important role in supporting both patients and staff. Outside of the clinic, she enjoys spending time with her family and friends and has four dogs.
Kaylee Nelson
Kaylee is one of the vet assistants here at LVC. Some information about her is that she is 22 years old, she hails from Elizabethtown, Kentucky, and she has been working here since the beginning of December. She already has an Associate’s degree in Science, but she is currently in her junior year of an online Bachelor’s in Animal Science. She has also applied to a few online veterinary technician schools/programs to hopefully get her license in the future. She can’t wait to give every pet the best care possible and support their owners every step of the way!
Emma Johnson
Sayler Parks
Sayler Parks has been a dedicated member of the Leitchfield Veterinary Clinic team for the past two and a half years. She is a graduate of Owensboro Community and Technical College, earning her Associate Degree in Applied Science in Veterinary Technology in May 2025.
Sayler is passionate about animal care and takes pride in supporting both patients and clients with compassion and professionalism. Her growing knowledge and hands-on experience make her a valuable part of the veterinary team.
Outside of work, Sayler enjoys playing corn hole, playing bingo, and spending time with family and friends.
Hope Lacefield
Gail Fraim
Practice Manager
Dreama Mudd
Dreama Mudd has been a valued member of the Leitchfield Veterinary Clinic team since 2012 and currently serves as the Practice Manager. With over a decade of experience in veterinary practice management, Dreama is instrumental in overseeing daily operations and supporting both the medical team and clients.
She is dedicated to creating a positive, efficient, and compassionate environment that allows the clinic to deliver the highest standard of patient care. Known for her strong leadership, organization, and commitment to excellence, Dreama plays a key role in maintaining the quality and integrity of Leitchfield Veterinary Clinic.
When she’s not at work, Dreama enjoys spending time with her family and playing bingo, bringing the same enthusiasm and dedication to her personal life as she does to the clinic.
Receptionists & Client Care Representatives
Kellie Geary
Kellie Geary has been a valued member of the Leitchfield Veterinary Clinic team for five years and is the current Head Receptionist. She plays an essential role in keeping the front desk running smoothly, providing friendly and efficient service to clients while supporting the veterinary team.
Kellie is known for her professionalism, organization, and welcoming presence, helping ensure a positive experience for every client and patient.
Outside of work, Kellie enjoys spending time with her friends and family.
Clinic Pets
Darth
Callie
When she’s not overseeing the schedule, she can be found napping in her favorite spots or reminding the team who really runs the clinic. Her charm, attitude, and unmistakable sass make her a beloved part of the clinic family.