Billie S., Senior Veterinary Receptionist, Administrative Office Assistant
From the moment you step through our door, you will be greeted with a smile and southern charm by our receptionist, Billie Singleton. She received her Associate Degree in Health Information Technology in 1996. She began her career in veterinary medicine in 2008 at Center Veterinary Hospital. Billie worked with the previous practice owner and stayed on when Dr. Gerard bought the practice in 2019. Billie loves to give out treats and watch all the fur babies grow (she will be sending treats for “the road” as well). She enjoys spending time with her two adult children and her grandson, Gavin, who also happens to be Billie’s best friend. Billie values family time and still travels to South Carolina often to visit, which gives her time to enjoy reading a delightful book.
Pets: a one-eyed Chihuahua named Junior and a high-spirited, energetic Carolina Dog mix named Sally
Favorite Color: Pink
Favorite Vacation Spot: Kure Beach
Can’t live without: Cheese
Callie M., Senior Veterinary Assistant, Administrative Office Assistant
Callie is a North Carolina native and has been working with animals since 2014. In 2018, she began her career in veterinary medicine when she received a Veterinary Assistant certification in Charlotte, NC. She was previously an assistant to Dr. Gerard at a Charlotte practice and decided to continue in this amazing field by joining the Center Veterinary Hospital team in December of 2021. Her ultimate professional goal is to become a Registered Veterinary Technician with a special interest in ultrasonography. Callie is also certified in Pet CPR and Laser Therapy.
Callie is no stranger to alternative animal species. She grew up surrounded by rabbits, turkeys, and chickens. She once had a colony of 27 cats, 3 hermit crabs, and 7 Chihuahuas! Big or small, Callie is a friend to all animal kinds. In her free time, she enjoys drawing, online gaming, and spending time with her daughter, or fur babies. Callie has a soft spot for senior pets (having 3 herself) and loves to advocate for osteoarthritis treatment in her patients.
Pets: a Labrador Retriever named Riley Mae, Border Collie mix named Titan, and Domestic Shorthair cat she rescued at birth named Oscar Meyer Weiner
Favorite Color: Purple
Favorite Vacation Spot: Mountains
Can’t live without: Coffee
Destiny H., Lead Veterinary Assistant, Kennel Attendant
Destiny grew up right here in High Point, North Carolina. She fulfilled her lifelong dream of working in veterinary medicine in 2018 as a Veterinary Assistant and has never looked back. She continued fulfilling that dream by joining the Center Veterinary Hospital team in July of 2022. Her love for animals does not discriminate. Destiny’s passion for animals knows no bounds, having shared her home with not only cats and dogs, but also rodents, reptiles, insects, amphibians, marsupials, and arachnids. Destiny has a special place in her heart for Pitbulls and rescue dogs due to having the pleasure of owning (in her opinion) the two BEST rescue pit bulls ever! When she is not at work, you can find Destiny in the great outdoors on an adventure with her husband, Josh, and their dog, or curled up with her cat and reading a good book.
Pets: a rambunctious rescue Pit Bull named Stevie and a purrfect tuxedo cat named Creature
Favorite Color: Green
Favorite vacation spot: Asheville
Can’t live without: Chai tea
Tonia T., Lead Kennel Attendant, Veterinary Assistant
Tonia was born in Richmond, Virginia and moved to North Carolina at 4 years old. Prior to working at Center Veterinary Hospital, she served as a furniture inspector. Tonia was one of the hospital’s first employees when it originally opened in 1982; that is when she began her career in veterinary medicine. She was another long-time employee that stayed on when the practice was bought by Dr. Gerard in 2019. We quickly discovered that Tonia is the small dog whisperer! You will often see her caring for our boarding pets, snuggling our patients, and assisting in exam rooms. Tonia grew up with family pets, but also has a love for horses. Tonia has been married to her best friend, Wayne, for 24 years, and they share a home with their son, Jackson, and two dogs. She enjoys making home cooked meals for her family and camping (dogs included)!
Pets: a Dachshund-Jack Russell Terrier-Chihuahua mix named Roseanna and a Black and Tan Coonhound named Oakley (they are besties)
Favorite Color: Blue
Favorite vacation spot: the lake
Can’t live without: her family
Wanda L.,Groomer, Kennel Attendant, Veterinary Assistant
Wanda was born and raised in California but moved to North Carolina in August of 1988. Wanda has three grown children, and one special granddaughter. Growing up, she has always loved animals and her home is never complete without a pet. Wanda extended her love for animals and pet care by diving into grooming many years ago. She learned this trade by watching her peers and grooming her own animals at home. She continued and grew her career by joining the team at Center Veterinary Hospital in October of 2019. Wanda was one of the first employees Dr. Gerard brought on after purchasing the hospital, and she has been a wonderful addition! She has the magic touch when it comes to caring for her patients. From the smallest Pomeranian to the biggest Newfoundland, and curliest of Doodles, Wanda is ready to groom them all!
Pets: too many to count
Favorite color: Burgundy
Favorite vacation spot: Mountains
Can’t live without: her dogs