Our company follows a very basic principle: the best care at an affordable price from vets you trust. Simply put, we provide you and your pet with the greatest value around.
-Drs. Griff and Heidi Holland
The Doctors
Dr. Heidi Holland, Owner
Dr. Heidi is a 2012 graduate of the University of Georgia College of Veterinary Medicine. After her graduation from veterinary school, Dr. Heidi served as a Large Animal Field Services Intern and Instructor for the University of Georgia for two years. Upon completion of her internship, Dr. Heidi began a residency and PhD in Comparative Theriogenology, learning reproduction techniques in both large and small animals. Dr. Heidi is an avid equine enthusiast and enjoys riding her horse, Rupert, throughout the beautiful countryside of the Lowcountry.
Dr. Griff Holland, Owner
Dr. Griff Holland is a 2014 graduate of the University of Georgia College of Veterinary Medicine. Dr. Griff received his undergraduate degree in Biological Sciences from Clemson University in 2008. Following completion of his veterinary degree, Dr. Griff worked in private practice for four years, including one year in emergency practice. After visiting some friends in the Lowcountry, he and his wife Heidi decided to make the move to Bluffton to start Lowcountry Vets. Outside of practice, Dr. Griff is a die hard fly fishing enthusiast, spending much of his free time wading the local flats.
Dr. Laurel LeGoullon
After serving in the United States Air Force for 24.5 years, Dr. Laurel pursued her veterinary degree through the University of Georgia College of Veterinary Medicine. Dr. Laurel is an avid Georgia Bulldog fan and coffee enthusiast. Outside of work, she loves to travel both domestically and internationally. She is excited to be a part of the Lowcountry Vets team.
Dr. Kristen Starnes
Dr. Kristen is a graduate of the University of Georgia College of Veterinary Medicine. She received her undergraduate degrees in Biological Sciences and Animal Science from the University of Georgia. Dr. Kristen loves spending time out on the lowcountry waterways and enjoying quality time with her husband, three dogs, two horses and a cat.
Dr. Lauren Senn
Dr. Lauren Senn graduated from St. George’s University and completed her clinical year of veterinary school at Louisiana State University. She received her undergraduate degree from Centenary University in Biological Sciences with a principal in Environmental Science. Dr. Senn loves spending her time kayaking, fishing and long walks with her Basset Hound, Wilma, and rescue dog, Sisko. She is also a feline enthusiast and aquarium hobbyist.
Dr. Meera Gullapalli
Dr. Meera is a graduate of Auburn University College of Veterinary Medicine and received her undergraduate degree in Animal Sciences from The University of Maryland, College Park in 2019. She loves to travel and is a food enthusiast! Outside of practice, Meera loves spending quality time with her family and two crazy cats, Pinot and Wilson.
Dr. Anna Shaw
Dr. Anna is a graduate of the University of Georgia College of Veterinary Medicine. She received her Bachelor’s of Animal Science from Clemson University in 2018 and is an avid Clemson fan. Dr. Anna enjoys all aspects of small animal medicine and plans to incorporate small ruminant medicine into the Lowcountry practices. Outside of veterinary medicine, Anna enjoys baking, reading, and spending as much time as possible at the beach. She also enjoys hanging out with her pets!
Dr. Katie Hutchins
Dr. Katie Hutchins is a graduate of the University of Georgia College of Veterinary Medicine. She received her undergraduate degree in Animal Science from the University of Georgia. Outside of practice, Dr. Katie loves visiting local coffee shops, walking her three dogs, and cooking for her friends and family.
Our Team
Windy Williford
Practice Manager
Windy Williford is originally from Perry, Georgia. She is a 2015 graduate of Athens Technical College with an Associates Degree in Veterinary Technology. She enjoys being outside and hanging out with her dog, Mally. Windy has a strong passion for both large and small animal medicine.
Agustina Cardozo
Clinic Coordinator
Agustina, originally from Uruguay, moved to South Carolina in 2000. She has had a love for animals her whole life. At home, she has 4 dogs and 4 cats. In her free time, she enjoys spending time at the beach with her best friend and her dogs. Agustina is fluent in Spanish and is thrilled to be a part of the Lowcountry Vets family.
Tiffany Sonn
Tiffany, is originally from Wisconsin and graduated from the University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point in 2009 with a bachelor's degree in biology. Her passion and love for sea turtles drove her to continue her education at the University of North Carolina-Wilmington. Tiffany’s education then continued at the Miller-Motte College in Raleigh, NC and graduated in 2014 with a diploma in Veterinary Medicine. In her free time, she enjoys baking and pet sitting.
Hilary Roach
Hilary is originally from Overland Park, Kansas and moved to Hilton Head Island in 2020. She has always been passionate about working with animals and has two dogs and four cats of her own! In her spare time, Hilary enjoys taking long walks on the beach with her dogs.
Emily Delorier
Emily has always had a passion for animals and has two cats of her own. In her spare time she enjoys working out at the gym and spending time at the beach. Emily is excited to be a part of the Lowcountry Vets Team!
Hanna Aspell
Hanna graduated from Missouri State University in 2019 with a Bachelor’s Degree in Animal Science and a Minor in Equine Studies. She was a zookeeper for 2 years at the Kansas City Zoo! Hanna recently moved to the Lowcountry with her husband and 3 cats. She is very excited to be a part of the Lowcountry Vets Team.
April Reynolds
April was born and raised in Hampton, South Carolina. Her love for animals started when she was a small child! April has three Goldendoodles, one Labrador and a coop full of chickens. In her free time she enjoys being outdoors with her family and pets.
Caitlyn Meece
Caitlyn, is originally from Kathleen, Georgia. She is a graduate of Fort Valley State University obtaining her bachelors of science degree in Veterinary Technology. She loves spending time with her Labrador Retriever, Letty. In her free time, she loves to relax outdoors and enjoys the Lowcountry atmosphere.
Stephanie Smoll
Stephanie is originally from California and graduated from San Diego Mesa with an associates degree in Animal Health. She started her journey in the Veterinary field after serving in the United States Navy. Stephanie spends her free time outdoors with her dog, Hendrix.
Ryan Sweet
Ryan, originally from Washington State, moved to South Carolina in 2015. He has always had a passion for animals, and has 3 dogs and 3 cats of his own. In his free time, he enjoys spending time outdoors with his dogs and best friend.
Melaina Brown
Born in Hawaii, Melaina grew up around the world with her military family. She adores animals, especially aquatic, and has a Golden Retriever and Ragdoll of her own. Melaina also enjoys running, going out with friends, and being out on the water.
Victoria Mitchell
Victoria is a Lowcountry Native! She has always had a passion for animals and has been expanding her Veterinary Medicine experience the last few years. She is very excited to be a part of the Lowcountry Vets team!
Bobby McNaughton
Bobby is originally from Long Island, New York and has lived in the Lowcountry for a few months. He has always had a love for animals as he grew up surrounded by dog, cats, turtles and even birds. In his free time, Bobby can be found on the water or hiking.
