Your Favorite Family
Veterinary Hospital in Maryville, TN

Born and raised in Blount County, Dr. Carrie Talley has deep roots in the community she serves. She finds great fulfillment in the long-term relationships built with her patients and their families and values providing thoughtful, personalized care throughout every stage of a pet’s life.

Dr. Talley believes veterinary medicine brings together her love for animals, her interest in science and medicine, and her joy in forming meaningful connections with clients. She is proud to work alongside a dedicated team and serve a supportive, loyal community.

Outside of the clinic, Dr. Talley enjoys spending time outdoors with her family, traveling, and curling up with a good book. Her family includes her husband, Josh, their two sons, a lively Llewellin Setter named Otis, and a cuddly orange cat named Bingo.

Dr. Deanna Walker has spent her career caring for pets and families throughout East Tennessee. Her passion for veterinary medicine stems from both the challenge of diagnosing and treating illness and the deep fulfillment that comes from helping pets live healthier, happier lives.

Over time, Dr. Walker’s focus has grown to encompass not only excellent medical care, but also the relationships between pets and the people who love them. She has a deep respect for the human–animal bond and is honored to serve her patients and their families with compassion and dedication.

Outside of the clinic, Dr. Walker enjoys life on the family farm with her husband, their grown children, dogs, cats, cattle, and even a senior sheep.

Dr. Cat Whitman is a dedicated veterinarian passionate about providing comprehensive, compassionate care to her patients. As a child of the Air Force, she traveled extensively, which fostered a deep appreciation for diverse cultures and environments. She earned her undergraduate degree in Biology from the University of Central Florida before completing her Doctor of Veterinary Medicine at Auburn University.

Dr. Whitman strongly believes in building lasting relationships with her clients and in empowering them with the knowledge and tools needed to keep their pets healthy. Her professional interests include preventive medicine, client education, surgery, and emergency medicine.

Outside of the clinic, Dr. Whitman enjoys spending time with her family and their pets, including three dogs and three cats. In her free time, she enjoys DIY projects, being outdoors, caring for her houseplants, and tending to her aquarium.

Born and raised in Knoxville, Dr. Megan McNeal has spent many years working locally in veterinary medicine. She brings a strong foundation in both business and animal science to her work and earned her undergraduate and veterinary degrees from the University of Tennessee.

Dr. McNeal has enjoyed caring for a wide range of animals throughout her career, including companion animals, livestock, zoo animals, wildlife, and pocket pets. She values building meaningful relationships with clients and providing thoughtful, well-rounded care to her patients.

Outside of the clinic, Dr. McNeal enjoys spending time with family and friends, reading with a cup of coffee, and embracing life with her two large-breed dogs—an Irish Wolfhound mix and an Anatolian Shepherd/Labrador mix. She proudly considers herself a giant-breed enthusiast.