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OUR TEAM
Meet the dedicated and compassionate crew!
Dr. Judson Powers
Veterinarian & Founder
Dr. Judson Powers, a graduate of the University of Florida '96, is a compassionate and empathetic pet owner and advocate. Upon graduation, to further his understanding and knowledge of small animal care and surgery, Dr. Powers completed a clinical internship at West Los Angeles Animal Hospital. With over 20 years of experience, he strives to ensure all pets receive the finest medical treatment available.
Dr. Powers' special interests are allergy management (ear, skin, and gastrointestinal), chronic disease management (Diabetes, Hypo/Hyperthyroidism), compassionate pain relief, dentistry, nutrition counseling, oncology (cancer therapy), preventative health care, senior wellness care, and fear-free. Fear Free Certified.
Dr. Powers lives in Greenville with his loving wife, Melissa, son, Sulley, and his English Cream Golden Retrievers, Harvey Specter, Willie & Starr, and hounds, Piper (Treeing Walker Coonhound mix) and Winnie (Bluetick Coonhound mix). Outside of veterinary medicine, Dr. Powers enjoys hiking, mountain biking, SUP boarding, and cheering on the Florida Gators! Mr. Denny Crane inspired our Rocky Creek logo; he was Dr.P's loyal black Labrador with him since Rocky Creek was founded.
Kelsey Satterfield
Practice Manager
Kelsey was born and raised in Greer, SC and graduated from USC-Upstate with a Biology degree in 2014. She joined the team shortly after as a technician's assistant and has continued to love all aspects of Rocky Creek.
In September 2021, she married her husband Jake in the beautiful mountains of Silverton, Colorado surrounded by family and friends.
The two of them and their two dogs currently reside in Taylors, S.C. They have a Dalmatian named Penny and a Australian Blue Heeler named Drover. Kelsey loves visiting local craft breweries and going to any and all live music. As a family they enjoy camping, fly fishing, traveling and using their season football tickets to cheer on the South Carolina Gamecocks!
Fear Free Certified.
RECEPTIONISTS
Amber Gomes
Head Receptionist
Amber was born and raised in Travelers Rest. From a young age, she knew she wanted to pursue a career working with animals. Amber worked in our kennel for over 2 years, but has since moved to the front office as a receptionist! She has five dogs, a Husky mix named Ozz, a long-haired Dachshund named Sir Cocoa Bean, two Pitties named Cruz and Brock, and a Chow/Hound mix named Duke. In her free time she enjoys taking the dogs hiking, and traveling with her husband.
Jessica Gore
Pet Resort Runner
Jessi grew up in Greenville with a menagerie of animals- her father raised Rottweiler and Weimaraner dogs when she was young, and she was always bringing a stray cat or two home. She studied horsemanship and psychology in college; she enjoys both to this day. She currently lives in Mauldin, sharing her home with two purebred Maine Coon cats, a feisty calico, her soulmate, and too many fish to count. In her free time, she likes to grab lunch with friends, explore the wonderful nature of the Upstate, and play video games on rainy days.
Carly McAfoose
Receptionist
Carly is originally from a small town in Western New York where she grew up on a dairy farm and had horses of her own. She moved to Greenville, South Carolina when she was 18 years old. Carly enjoys hiking and traveling in her spare time. Her favorite thing about working at Rocky Creek is constantly learning new things and helping our clients.
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James Telleri
Receptionist
James was born in Long Island, NY but was raised in SC and now lives in Inman, SC. James aspires to work his way to be a veterinary assistant and hopefully a technician one day. He is a cat dad with two girl kitties Penny and Tootie.
TECHNICIANS
Robin Collins
Head Technician
Robin was born and raised in Inman, SC. In her free time she enjoys reading, watching Netflix , attending country concerts, and hanging out with her boyfriend & friends. Robin has two German Short haired pointers named Colt and Ranger. Her favorite thing about working at Rocky Creek is meeting all of the wonderful Clients and their pets. Fear Free Certified.
Katelyn Hair
Technician
Katelyn was born and raised in Aynor, South Carolina, and moved to Greenville in 2010. She enjoys being outside with her dog Asher. She hopes to own a farm one day. In her free time she likes to hang out with friends. Ever since she was little she aspired to work with animals, just like her hero Steve Irwin. Her favorite part about working at Rocky Creek is being able to help all the animals.
Amanda Young
Licensed Technician
Manda is one of our licensed vet techs here at Rocky Creek. She graduated from Tri-County Tech in 2008 and resides in Lyman, her hometown since birth. Manda has 5 cats (3 of which are special needs), and in her spare time loves to visit with family, read books and staying involved in her church. Aside from helping animals, she has a great passion for orphan care and has traveled the world to express and share her compassion with others.
Amy Gilbert
Licensed Technician
Amy recently moved to Greer, SC from Rochester, NY. She graduated with her associates in Veterinary Technology from SUNY Canton in 2016. She has been working as a licensed technician in a small animal/exotic practice ever since graduation. In her spare time, Amy enjoys hiking, camping, and kayaking with her dog Tika or spending time with her cat Mr. Business. She also enjoys reading and traveling when she can!
Carly O'Barr
Technician
Carly was born and raised in Anderson, SC. She has a diva dog named Leela who is a Pitski. Leela loves to talk to get what she wants! Carly enjoys photography in her free time, as well as graphic design. A big part of what she loves about working here at Rocky Creek is that she gets to learn all the different personalities of each individual pet that walks through our doors.
TECHNICIAN ASSISTANTS
Cassi Scott
Technician Assistant
Cassi was born and raised in Spartanburg, SC. She has two dogs, Piper who is a sweet Staffordshire Terrier mix, and Oatmeal who is a spunky Dachshund mix. Cassi often enjoys reading and playing fetch with her two dogs during her time off. She loves being a part of the veterinarian field so that she can help all the animals who come in to our hospital.
Sasha B.
Technician Assistant
Her pets are Sora and Razac
Her favorite thing to do outside of work is play Dungeons and Dragons
The best thing about Rocky Creek all the beautiful dogs
Erin Lee
Technician Assistant
Erin was born and raised in Inman, SC. In May 2021, she will graduate from USC-Update wit ha Bachelor's degree in Biology with a minor in Psychology. She has a cat name Lightening, who is the sassiest of models. In her spare time, Erin loves watching movies and spending time with family and their dogs. She plans to get a veterinary technician certification after she graduates.
Karen Hernandez
Technician Assistant
Karen was born and raised in Atlanta, Georgia and moved to Greenville, South Carolina when she was 4 years old. She has one kitten who is a orange minx named Grenas. Karen enjoys re-watching the Star Wars movies, and is bilingual. Her favorite thing about working at Rocky Creek is spending time with our house cat Gator, and helping all of the fur babies.
Nataly Chanes
Technician Assistant
Nataly was born in Hendersonville, NC and moved to Greenville, SC July of 2021. Nataly has 2 dogs named Quincy and Scarlett and enjoys playing with them in her free time as well as spending time with her family. She enjoys laughing or singing and dances almost every day. Nataly enjoys working at Rocky Creek and loves the amazing life long friends she has made.
GROOMERS
Jessica Kelly
Groomer
Jessica is originally from Tidusville, Florida, and moved here five years ago. She enjoys spending time with her five rambunctious dogs and cat. In her off time, she likes to foster pets in need of forever homes as well as kayak. Jessica has been grooming for three years, and her favorite part is making your pets look beautiful!
Fear Free Certified.
Chelsey Palmer
Groomer
Chelsey was born in Texas, and spent eight years in New York. She moved to Greenville about three years ago. She has a dilute tortie cat named Nova, a Pitbull mix named Apollo, and a bearded dragon named Persephone. In her free time she enjoys exploring new places such as Alaska and Atlanta, as well as discovering new books to read. Chelsey loves being able to meet all the different pets that come into Rocky Creek, as well as spending time with her coworkers.
Carrie Sprouse
Groomer
Carrie is from Inman, SC. In her free time, Carrie enjoys reading, hiking, and spending time with her pets. Her favorite thing about working at Rocky Creek is meeting all the pets and helping them enjoy their spa day!
PET RESORT STAFF
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Ashley Johnson
Pet Resort Manager
Ashley was born and raised in Greenville. She has a Shepherd mix named Trigger, six horses, and a frisky feline. She enjoys spending her time hiking, horseback riding, and traveling whenever she gets the chance. Her favorite part about working at Rocky Creek is playing with all the happy puppies.
Fear Free Certified.
Jennifer Hess
Pet Resort Shift Leader
Jennifer was born and raised in Rockford, Illinois but moved to Greenville in 2014. She has three fur babies: Lilo (an orange tabby rescue cat), Nani (a calico rescue kitten), and Stitch (a Chihuahua/Dachshund mix). Jennifer believes that being able to work with animals makes each day worthwhile and has enjoyed being an animal caretaker for the past 3 years. When she’s not working, Jennifer looks forward to spending time with her nephews, family dinners, and traveling to new and beautiful places.
Chanelle Giardino
Pet Resort Shift Leader
Chanelle has two fur babies named Tillie and Watson. She enjoys playing with her pets, hiking, video games, and music. Chanelle loves working at Rocky Creek and enjoys all the opportunities to learn more about animal health and behaviors.
Brittany Dunn
Day Camp Attendant
Kim has had a passion for animals since she was a little girl. She has a Shih Tzu named Bella and a Shih Tzu mixed named Blue. She loves working at Rocky Creek with such amazing clients, animals and co-workers! In her free time she loves going hiking in the mountains and taking weekend trips Charleston. Fear Free Certified
Kim Mercer
Pet Resort Assistant
Kim has had a passion for animals since she was a little girl. She has a Shih Tzu named Bella and a Shih Tzu mixed named Blue. She loves working at Rocky Creek with such amazing clients, animals and co-workers! In her free time she loves going hiking in the mountains and taking weekend trips Charleston. Fear Free Certified
Falon Brasington
Pet Resort Assistant
Falon was born in Michigan and moved to Inman, SC about six years ago. Falon loves to read and play with her pets in her free time. She has one dog named Aurora and a cat named Talu. She loves working at Rocky Creek and enjoys watching the dogs interact and communicate with one another.
Ansley Morris
Pet Resort Assistant
Ansley is a Greenville native, born and raised. In her free time she loves to draw, hang out with school friends, and take care of her fluffy Shih Tzu, Cooper. One part of working at Rocky Creek that she loves is getting to know all the animals that come in.. and of course play with them!
Harvey Specter
Pet Resort Lead Camper
Harv is originally from Georgia and was rescued by Doctor Powers & Melissa in 2019. He enjoys hanging out with his friends. One of his favorite parts about working at Rocky Creek is to experience all the different interactions with dogs that you wouldn't get anywhere else.
Cierra Schwartz
Pet Resort Shift Leader
Cierra was born in Anchorage, Alaska and moved in her junior year of highschool (2012) to South Carolina. In her time living there, she realized that mushing helped her develop a love for dogs, and she loves working with all the different breeds at Rocky Creek. In her free time she enjoys video games, reading, and hiking. Cierra has three pets, a dog named Charlie, a cat named Nyx, and a Leopard Gecko whos name is Leo.
Emma Griffin
Pet Resort Assistant
Emma was born and raised in Greer, SC. She has two pets named Damon & Tiger. Emma enjoys working at RCVH and taking care of all the pets!
Amy L.
Pet Resort Assistant
Amy was born and raised in Greer, SC. Amy has 2 dogs named Penny and Bella, and 4 chickens. She enjoys Snowboarding shopping, playing basketball, and hanging out with friends in her free time. Her favorite thing about working at Rocky Creek is getting to meet all the new pets!
Addison Gootee
Day Camp Door Attendant
Addison loves dogs
Sara Spivey
Pet Resort Assistant
Sarah loves dogs!
THE HOSPITAL
Veterinary Services
Boarding & Grooming Hrs:
Mon-Fri: 7:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Sat: 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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