Dr. Robert & Cathy Parsley

Dr. Robert Parsley, originally from Eastern Kentucky, graduated from Auburn University Veterinary School in 2003, and shortly thereafter moved to Mount Juliet. He opened Countryside Animal Hospital in 2007. He and his wife Cathy have two dogs and several cats. He enjoys spending time outdoors and traveling.  

Cathy is from central Kentucky and has called Mount Juliet home for almost twenty years. She began her career as a human nurse and now assists in running the clinic’s daily operations and behind-the-scenes work. Dr. Parsley and Cathy attend First Baptist Church Mount Juliet.  Her favorite time of year is Kentucky Basketball season. Go Wildcats!  

Dr. David Lewis

Dr David Lewis, originally from Lexington, Kentucky, graduated from Auburn University Veterinary School in 2009 and joined our practice in 2013. His family has four dogs and three cats. He enjoys woodworking, fishing and being outdoors.

Dr. Lucas Lacher

Dr Lacher grew up in southern California, then moved to Tennessee in high school. He went to the University of Tennessee Vet School and graduated in 2017. He has practiced in the Middle Tennessee area for the past few years. He has an Australian Shepherd mix named Logan and a Ball Python named Monty. In his spare time he enjoys reading sci-fi/fantasy, playing video games, fencing, and watching TV/movies.

Dr. Lauren Williams

Dr Williams grew up in Pikeville, Kentucky (Go Cats!) and has recently made Tennessee home with her husband and their blue heeler, Lainey. Growing up in eastern Kentucky gave her an appreciation for agriculture and livestock, and she still has a special place in her heart for that. Her special interests in veterinary medicine include neurology and internal medicine. She enjoys working through complex cases and helping owners better understand their pet’s health. When she’s not at the clinic, you can usually find her outdoors, fishing, trying a new recipe in the kitchen, or enjoying concerts. She also loves exploring local coffee shops in search of the perfect cup of coffee!

Dr. Caroline Koudelka

Dr. Koudelka (Dr. K) comes to us as a long-time Mt. Juliet native. After spending four years attending the University of Minnesota College of Veterinary Medicine, she is excited to return home and serve her local community through compassionate care for beloved furry family members. Her interests include preventative care, dentistry, surgery, and pocket pet medicine. In her spare time, she enjoys cooking, reading, and finding new shows to watch, always with her cat Nephie in tow.

Gerri

Debbie *In Memoriam*

Debbie had been with the Countryside family since 2009. She passed away March 27, 2024 after her battle with cancer. She always had a smiling face to greet clients as they entered our clinic, and she was dearly loved by all our staff. We will miss her.

Kayla

Kayla joined us in 2014. Though now a receptionist and administrative assistant, she has several years of experience in various roles of the veterinary field. She is from Lebanon and has a Bachelors in Animal Science from MTSU. She and her husband have a cat and two daughters. She enjoys camping, organization, sewing/crafting, and reading. What Kayla enjoys most about working at Countryside is that everyone is treated like family: with compassion and kindness. 

Jessica

Jessica began in June 2021. She is a Middle Tennessee native. She is one of our resident crazy cat ladies, as she and her husband have seven. In her spare time she likes playing video games, listening to music and watching anime. The best thing about working here is spending time with her co-workers.

Shannon

Shannon has been with us since October 2021. She is originally from New Jersey, but has called Tennessee home for over ten years. She and her family have several dogs and cats. When not working she can be found spending time with her grandkids or going on cruises. What she enjoys most about working here is loving on all the animals and having an amazing work family.

Destiny

Destiny is our newest receptionist and joined us August 2025. She is originally from Lyles, TN. She is currently finishing her Ag. Business degree online through U.T. Martin. She has a German Shorthaired Pointer named River. In her spare time she enjoys demolition derbies, fishing and spending time with her boyfriend and family. The best thing about working at Countryside is helping families with their animals and seeing all the varieties of dogs that come through our doors.

Erin

Erin has been with Countryside since opening day in 2007 as a veterinary technician. Her primary roles are to train our assistants and maintaining our laboratory equipment. She is originally from Maryland and moved to Mt. Juliet in the early ’90s. Erin has a Bachelor’s in Animal Science from MTSU. Erin owns seven cats and two dogs, as well as caring for strays around her home. She enjoys gardening/landscaping and shopping. Erin is very much a cat person and loves caring for them here at Countryside. 

Sue

Sue has also been with Countryside since our opening in 2007. Her primary roles are surgical assistant and caring for our clinic cats. She is originally from Washington state. Sue currently has five cats and loves playing with them, reading, and shopping (especially online). Sue is a cat fanatic and caring for them is her favorite thing to do at Countryside.  

Ashley

Ashley joined our team of assistants July 2022. She is originally from Nashville and attended Animal Behavior College and is a Certified Veterinary Assistant. She has four dogs. In her spare time she enjoys spending time with her husband and son, cuddling with her doggies and cooking big family meals. Countryside enables Ashley to do what she went to school for and she loves that there are always learning opportunities available in our hospital.

Hillary

Hillary began as an assistant July 2022 and is from Lebanon. She has four cats, three dogs and two gerbils. In her spare time she enjoys spending time with her husband and pets, watching horror and Marvel movies, and listening to music, especially Chapell Roan and Sabrina Carpenter. What she likes most about working here is building bonds with patients and pet parents.

Mariyah

Mariyah joined our team in August of 2022 and is from Tennessee. She has one dog named Lucy. In her spare time she enjoys sleeping, shopping and hanging out with friends. Mariyah enjoys helping animals and strengthening the bonds she has made with clients, their sweet pets and her coworkers.

Seth

Seth joined our team in August of 2023. He is from Mt Juliet. He does not have any pets himself, but his family has two Basset Hounds. In his spare time he enjoys finding odd treasures at estate sales, writing and geography. The best part of working here is the fun and entertaining interactions he gets into with his coworkers.

Jarred

Jarred began with us April 2024 and is originally from Minnesota. He has a chiweenie named Franke. When not working he enjoys hiking/camping, drumming and kayaking. The best part of working at Countryside is the work family and helping all the amazing clients and their pets.

Lauren

Lauren began with us May 2024 and is from Tennessee. She has two cats. When not working here she enjoys pet sitting for families in the area. The best part of working at Countryside is simply being around all the animals.

Tina

Tina started working with us in July 2019. She began as a technician and transitioned to the kennel staff and loves it! Most of Tina’s adult life was spent as a restaurant manager, but she wanted to slow down a bit and do something more from the heart. She has several dogs and cats, most of which are rescues. In her spare time she enjoys kayaking, fishing, cooking/baking, and spending time with her two grandsons. Tina likes the companionship with the four–legged friends in her care, as well as the two–legged ones!