Staff

Dr. Laura Hurst is a native of the great State of Texas.  Dr. Hurst attended and graduated from Texas A&M College of Veterinary Medicine in 2018.  Dr. Hurst joined St. Francis in January 2021.  She is a large and small animal veterinarian.  Dr. Hurst truly cares about the patients and clients and it shows in her work.  We are very happy to have Dr. Hurst as a part of our team!

Dr. Widner grew up in a little town in southwest Georgia before moving to Miami, OK to judge livestock at NEO A&M.  She then graduated from the University of Arkansas with a Bachelor's Degree in Animal Science.  Dr. Widner is an avid Razorback fan.  Go Hogs!  She attended Ross University School of Veterinary Medicine where she graduated in January 2021.  Dr. Widner has a special interest in food animal but loves caring for all animals.  We are very excited to have Dr. Widner on our team!

Dr. Sweeley joined our team in August of 2018. Dr. Kellyn Sweeley obtained her Bachelor’s degree in biology from Manhattan College, Bronx, New York in 2008 and her DVM degree from the University of Georgia in May 2018.   She completed 2 internships and worked as a staff biologist at Turpentine Creek Wildlife Refuge in Eureka Springs, AR before graduating Veterinary School. Dr. Sweeley has small animals of her own. She enjoys both the large and small animal medicine, but especially loves practicing exotic animal medicine.  We are very pleased to have Dr. Sweeley on our team.

Amy is the Practice Manager at St. Francis. Amy joined St. Francis in May of 2016. Amy has worked a variety of jobs within the clinic, from Kennel Tech to Veterinary Assistant and Reception Relief.  Amy is hardworking and always willing to take extra measures to get the job done. 

Chealsie joined our team in March of 2017. Chealsie is another one of our valuable receptionists. She is one of the friendly voices that you will hear when you call. She assists in making appointments, answering questions and helping you make that tough decision on which products to get for your pets or livestock. She is very cheerful and always willing to help. We are glad to have Chealsie on our staff.

Marlie has been around the clinic helping groomers and shadowing prior to being hired as the Kennel Technician in October of 2016.  Marlie is now the Veterinary Technician for Dr. Doug Keeton.  Marlie is very comfortable with all types of animals as she grew up on a farm.  We love having Marlie as part of our team.

Laura joined our team in July of 2020.  Laura is a Veterinary Technician for Dr. Kellyn Sweeley and also fills in where needed at the Front Desk and Kennel.  Laura has a great attitude! She keeps the Clinic in tip-top shape and never hesitates to help. She has been a joy to have on our team.

Sydney joined our team in June 2020.  Sydney is one of our Front Desk Receptionists.  She is very helpful and knowledgeable.  Sydney is always willing to help and does a great job! We are happy to have her at St. Francis.

Maddie joined our team in April 2020. She is Dr. Brooke Widner's technician.  Maddie is great with people and their pets.  We are happy to have her on our team!