Team
Green Tree Animal Hospital
Meet Our Team
At Green Tree Animal Hospital, our dedicated team is passionate about providing exceptional veterinary care that prioritizes your pet’s health and happiness. We blend state-of-the-art treatments with a warm, welcoming atmosphere, making every visit a positive experience for both pets and their owners. From regular check-ups to specialized surgeries, our compassionate staff is here to ensure that your furry family members receive the best possible care without breaking the bank. Meet the team taking care of your furry friend.
Dr. Joseph Yocum
Dr. Yocum opened Green Tree Veterinary Services in 2010, followed by Green Tree Animal Hospital in 2012. He is also a consultant for Medivet America, a leading veterinary technology company. In addition to his focus on pain management, Dr. Yocum is working toward certification in this field.
The American Board of Veterinary Practitioners certified Dr. Yocum in 1996. He served as president of the Kentucky Association of Equine Practitioners and was the equine program director for the Kentucky Veterinary Medicine Association (KVMA) in 1997.
Dr. Yocum recently presented at the Mid-America Veterinary Conference on advanced equine reproductive technology. He has also presented papers at Sydney University; Buenos Aires, Argentina; Santiago, Chile; and Hong Kong.
He has served on multiple committees, including the Equine Welfare Committee of the American Association of Equine Practitioners. Additionally, Dr. Yocum was a board member of The Thoroughbred Club in Lexington, KY.
Dr. Jack Stucky
Dr. Jack Stucky is a Lexington native who joined the Green Tree Animal Hospital team in 2024. He holds a Bachelor's degree in Chemistry and Animal Science from Berry College and earned his Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) from the Auburn University College of Veterinary Medicine, also graduating in 2024.
With a diverse background in veterinary medicine, Dr. Stucky has a strong interest in expanding the practice at Green Tree to include equine services, farm animal care, and exotic animal treatment. His goal is to create a comprehensive veterinary facility that caters to a wide variety of animals, ensuring that every pet and farm animal receives the best possible care.
Dr. Stucky resides in Nicholasville with his wife and a lively assortment of pets, which includes a dog, two cats, two horses, two goats, nine chickens, three guineas, and a gecko, with more animals likely to come. His passion for animal care extends beyond his professional life, as he enjoys sharing his home with a diverse array of animals.
Dr. Stucky is excited to be a part of the Green Tree Animal Hospital family and looks forward to contributing to the health and well-being of animals in the Lexington community.
Dr. Jack Hume
Consultant Veterinarian - Orthopedics & Surgery
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June Bodenhammer
Bookkeeper/PA
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Dr. Meg McBrien
Consultant Veterinarian - Internal Medicine
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Dr. McBrien is a board certified veterinary internist who has been in practice for over 20 years. After graduation from the Ohio State University, she worked in a multi-hospital small animal hospital for nine years and added exotic animal medicine and acupuncture to that practice. She went on to complete her small animal Internal Medicine residency at Medvet in Columbus Ohio. Following that she pioneered Internal Medicine practices in the Twin Cities, NE Pennsylvania, and Lexington, Kentucky. She is committed to the highest quality of patient care and enjoys all aspects of internal medicine, particularly unraveling complex medical issues to give her patients and clients the best outcome possible.
Her compassion for animals and their people have been a hallmark of her personal and professional life.
Maija Smith
Licensed Veterinary Technician
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Maija moved from Wisconsin to Lexington in 2017. She started by getting a degree in Equine Studies and worked as an exercise rider at Keeneland here in Lexington for 3 years. Her love and passion for animals has led her to her next chapter here at Green Tree Animal Hospital after getting her second degree to become a veterinary technician.
When she is not applying her passion and knowledge at work, she enjoys being the best pet mom to her dog Brogan, her two cats Meeko and Percy, as well as her horse Jewels. She also dabbles in amateur photography and enjoys relaxing with family and friends!
Maija plans to keep furthering her career with continued education and adding specialties and certifications to her repertoire.
Nathan Vickers
Groomer
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Nathan is our certified groomer. He has been working in the grooming industry for 14 years!
After moving back to Kentucky from Tampa, he is enjoying his time here by cheering on the UK Wildcats and making your pets look their best!
