Veterinarian Overview
Dr. Kate Crumley earned her education from NC State College of Veterinary Medicine in 1992 and has special interests in dentistry, pain management, anesthesia, surgery, and animal behavior. She is an active member of prestigious veterinary groups including the American Animal Hospital Association (AAHA), American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA), the North Carolina Veterinary Medical Association (NCVMA), and the American Veterinary Dental Society (AVDS). She is always attending national conferences for leadership training and to be one the cutting edge of the newest information in veterinary medicine. She was President of AAHA from 2014-2015 and the Board of Directors since 2008. Dr. Crumley has had many interesting experiences in the field, including helping many unique animals. Shes helped a lion with a toothache and a wallaby with cataracts! She has a passion for dogs and medicine, and a fascination for all animals. Her favorite part about being a veterinarian is being able to work closely with the animals every day. Its a really good experience when she and her team are about to make a big difference by relieving pain and seeing a patient who clearly feels better after their care. Family: Husband Steve and daughter Heather Pets: Papillon named Spock who frequently comes to keep her company at the practice, rescued Border Collie mix named Drifter, cat named Neko, and a fish named Ferdinand Hobbies: Road bike cycling, listening to audiobooks, dog training, gardening, and public speaking Favorite Animal: Dogs! All dogs are fun.