Volunteer Veterinary Hospital Team

Thomas J. Bihl, Jr., DVM

     Dr. Thomas J. Bihl, Jr. is the owner of Volunteer Veterinary Hospital.  Tom graduated from Georgetown College in Georgetown, KY, where he earned a degree in Biology and Environmental Science.  Tom also attended the University of Kentucky, where he took animal science courses required to apply to veterinary school.  Tom later attended and graduated Cum Laude from Auburn University College of Veterinary Medicine in 1991.  He lives in Maryville, TN with his wife, Susan Sayles Bihl, and their two children, Andy and Emily.  Tom enjoys woodworking, hiking, camping and fishing.

Bethany C. Russell, DVM

     Dr. Bethany C. Russell is a 2005 graduate of the University of Tennessee College of Veterinary Medicine, and 2001 graduate of Presbyterian College.  She is married with a daughter, Madeline, and a step-daughter, Alexis.  She and her husband, Scottie, enjoy showing boxers in AKC conformation shows.  She enjoys small animal practice, with special interests in surgery and canine reproduction.

Cher Gotcher, Groomer

     Cher was born and raised in Miami, FL.  After graduating from the Florida School of Dog Grooming in January of 2000, she opened Picture Perfect Dog Grooming in Lutz, FL.  Cher sold her successful business in 2005 and moved to Knoxville, TN to live near her daughter.  She has groomed pets at Volunteer Veterinary Hospital for six years.  An ex-surfer and equestrian, Cher now enjoys gardening and collecting rocks and fossils.

Front Office Staff

Stacy Evans, Office Manager/Receptionist
DeAnna Bennett, Receptionist

Veterinary Technicians

Damon McKenna
Chevy Jenkins
Jessica Garbiras
Lindsey James

Veterinary Assistants

Paige Payne
Holly Ridenour
Cara Kitchens
Bethany Maples
Morgan Strissel