MEET OUR STAFF
Pamala Coker, DVM, Ph.D.
Dr. Coker is a 1998 graduate of
Louisiana State University School of Veterinary Medicine. In 2002, she
earned her Ph.D. in Veterinary Microbiology. A feline veterinary practice
has been her calling for as long as she can remember. She has made a few
detours along the way such as her Ph.D. in microbiology and working in
laboratory management.
Her diverse background and experience have prepared Dr. Coker very well, for
opening her own feline practice. She has worked as a relief veterinarian
for several years which has given her a distinct experience in practice
techniques and design. Her unique experiences have helped to make
her dream of a distinctive "cat only" veterinary practice a reality. Dr.
Coker enjoys gardening and remodeling. She is also an avid SCUBA diver and
has dived in many amazing places throughout her travels. Her most
memorable experiences include the Great Barrier Reef in Australia and being
surrounded by a school of barracuda in The Gulf of Mexico. Dr. Coker lives
in Highland with her three middle aged girls, "Sissy", "Bessie", and "MiMi
Monkeyface.” Dr. Coker was recently elected the President of the Northwest
Louisiana Veterinary Medical Association (NWLVMA). One of her goals is to
implement pet education in the classroom for elementary schools. She is also
involved in community organizations closer to home, Highland Area Preservation,
Krewe of Barkus and Meoux, Krewe of Highland, and Robinson’s Rescue, a low cost
spay and neuter program.
Pamela, Office Manager
Pamela is a true animal lover and
office manager of The Cat Doctor Feline Medical Center. She is the proud
"pet parent" of six rescued pets, including three spoiled felines named
"T-baby", "Rocketman" and "Stormy".
Pamela would probably be considered
a veterinary office "veteran" as she has worked in small animal practices
for nearly twenty years now. She is delighted to be here in such
welcoming and beautiful surroundings and to be a part of a team of truly
caring and compassionate individuals. Pamela enjoys reading, traveling,
live music, comedy and nature. She also loves spending time with the most
adorable baby on the planet, her grandson, Maddox.
Kate W., Veterinary Assistant
Kate is an avid animal lover, and
works as a veterinary assistant at The Cat Doctor. She is currently an
English major at Louisiana State University.
She enjoys literature and spending
time with family and friends. She has three cats of her own, Luke, Harvey
and Danny.
Alyse H.
Veterinary Assistant / Groomer
Alyse is a veterinary assistant at The
Cat Doctor. She is responsible for the care and maintenance of our
veterinary patients. She works closely with Dr. Coker to insure that your
pet receives quality, loving care.
Alyse is also a skilled groomer who
works hard to keep your pet looking it’s best! In her spare time she
enjoys skydiving and square-dancing.
Gwyn A., Kennel Supervisor
Gwyn's job is to supervise the care and feeding of all of our boarding
cats. She has twelve years experience working for the Bossier shelter and is an
avid animal lover with eight cats and two dogs of her own. She is a mother
of four and is expecting her seventh grandchild any day now! In her spare
time, she enjoys travelling and family gatherings.
Jessica W., Front Office
Coordinator
Jessica is very excited about being a
part of The Cat Doctor family. She has many loves in her life
including her nephews, Alex, Nick and Eric and of course their mom,
her sister Sara. Jessica has 3 cats, 4 snakes, 2 ferrets, 3 fish
tanks, several turtles and a beautiful flying squirrel. She has
loved animals all her life, and when not working, she is a singer
and amateur artist.
Crissy, R.V.T.
Crissy is a Registered Veterinary Technician and a graduate of La.
Tech University with a B.S. in Animal Science. Her fur family
includes 2 dogs, Haylee and Lizzy, 4 cats, Preacher, Sybil, Cain and
Tate, and Orson, her paint horse. In her spare time she loves
being with her horse on the farm, mud-riding, horror films, novels,
photography and shopping for great shoes!
Abigail H., Relief Assistant
Abby works as a relief person, assisting the doctor or as a front
office assistant, helping out wherever we need her! She is a
native of Houston, Texas, currently attending Centenary College
majoring in accounting. Her furry feline family includes Angel,
Addie, Emma and a foster cat Penelope. When away from work,
Abigail enjoys reading, traveling, baking and needlepoint.
