New Hope Animal Hospital

                    The Veterinarians of New Hope Animal Hospital
 

 

 

    

   

Lynn Life, DVM, is a Northwest Arkansas native and graduated from Rogers High School in 1981. After high school Dr. Life earned her registered nurse degree (RN) and worked as a nurse for ten years in New Orleans. But her true love of animals prompted her to change careers, and in 2003 she graduated from the Louisiana State University College of Veterinary Medicine. After being an associate at New Hope Animal Hospital for four years, she bought into the practice and is now the owner! In addition to her interest in practice management, she has a special interest in tiny breeds and surgery. She currently has a 100 plus pound Newfoundland dog named Hallie, a small mixed breed dog named Stanley , and two cats, Sadie and Simon. We feel very fortunate to have Dr. Life as one of our team leaders!

 

Patrick Hayden, DVM, is a 1991 graduate of the University of Illinois College of Veterinary Medicine.  Before joining New Hope Animal Hospital in August of 2000, he practiced in Northeast Wisconsin.  His special interest in internal medicine and orthopedic surgery adds much to our hospital.  His wife Patty is an avid animal lover as well and their house and barnyard are full!
 

   

Lori Brown, DVM, is a 1980 graduate of Colorado State University College.  Prior to moving to northwest Arkansas she practiced small animal medicine in California and New York.  Her experience and expertise in feline medicine and radiology makes her a valuable part of our team.  As the mother of three boys she spends a lot of time driving, buts also enjoys reading, cooking and sports of all kinds.

 

   

Christy Booth, DVM, is a 2007 Oklahoma State University graduate with strong ties to Northwest Arkansas. Although she was born in Houston, Texas, she has lived here since 4th grade. Dr. Booth did her undergraduate studies at the University of Arkansas receiving a Bachelor of Science in Animal Science before pursuing her veterinary medicine doctorate at Oklahoma State University. New Hope Animal Hospital was privileged to have her as preceptor in her senior year and actively pursued her as an associate. She graduated from OSU in May of 2007 and accepted our position. She established her residence in Lowell and shares her home with her dogs Buddy, a poodle, and Spirit, a Dalmatian, as well as 2 cats, Chloe and Sake. Her interests include reading, hiking, and football, especially the Hogs!!! Her great personality and special caring attitude will keep her here for years to come!