Kate Whitsel, DVM

Dr. Kate was raised in Kansas where she developed her love for all animals. As a child she was an avid equestrian and competed nationally in the Hunter/Jumpers. She attained her Bachelor of Animal Science degree from Kansas State University prior to her Doctor of Veterinary Medicine from Kansas State University, College of Veterinary Medicine. After graduation, Dr. Kate completed a surgical rotating internship at Pioneer Equine Hospital in Oakdale, California. She was then hired on as an associate veterinary at Pioneer specializing in equine health, sports medicine and lameness.

She moved to South Carolina in 2019 joining Martin Veterinary Services as a Mixed Animal Associate Veterinarian specializing in Equine Medicine, lameness and the equine athlete. This is where she also developed her strong passion for small ruminants and companion animals.

Dr. Kate currently owns and operates, Dr. Kate Veterinary Services LLC in Piedmont, South Carolina. A full-service mobile veterinary operation supporting a 50-mile radius surrounding Piedmont. Within her current practice she continues to provide care for all aspects of equine health, sports medicine, lameness and general wellness. She also continues to provide care for small ruminant and farm animals and at home services for small animals. She is passionate about patient care and client communication.

Dr. Kate also serves as the lead veterinarian at Clemson Paw Partners, a nonprofit organization helping small animals in Pickens County, SC. Clemson Paw Partners main focus is low cost spay and neuter and general health.

In her free time, she continues to show in the Jumpers on both of her horses Mickey and Teddy. Her dog Hazel is her constant companion and accompanies her on her daily calls. Her cat Screech acts as the office manager. Together our main goal is to help as many animals in need as possible. (Source)