Meet Our Team

Dr. Joel Young
Dr. Young received his Bachelor of Science degree from ULM in 1993, & he went on to receive his Doctorate of Veterinary Medicine from Louisiana State University in 1997. Dr. Young has been in private practice since earning his DVM degree. He is married to Kris Young, and together they have three children: Shelby, Andrew, & Barrett. They have two dogs: Simon, & Rocket. They also have one rescue cat, Navi. Dr. Young’s hobbies include being outdoors & watching LSU football.

Dr. Kelsey Stokes
Dr. Kelsey Stokes graduated from LSU School of Veterinary Medicine in 2018. She completed her undergraduate studies at Louisiana Tech University prior to entering veterinary school. During her time at Louisiana Tech, she worked as a veterinary assistant here at Ouachita Pet Clinic. Dr. Stokes’s professional interests include dermatology, feline medicine, behavior, and dentistry. She enjoys forming relationships with her patients and their owners while helping her clients provide the care needed for their pets to live long, happy, healthy lives. Dr. Stokes is married to her high school sweetheart, Benjamin, and they have a son and daughter together. They also share their home and love with their four dogs and two cats. In her free time, Dr. Stokes enjoys spending time with her family and friends.

Nelle Jenkins
Tech Assistant
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Krystle Kemp
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Megan Robert
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Brett Verret
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Connie Smith
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Bailey Ellis
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Cynthia Dubois
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Brenna Johnston
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Courtney Rigdon
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Kyra Upton
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