Steve R. Griffin, D.V.M.

Professional Degrees:
1993 B.S. Zoology, Auburn University
1997 Doctor of Veterinary Medicine, Auburn University

Professional Associations:
American Veterinary Medical Association
Alabama Veterinary Medical Association
Georgia Veterinary Medical Association

Special Interests:
Preventative Medicine & Wellness Care
General Medicine, Surgery & Nutrition

Dr. Griffin is the owner of Smiths Station Animal Hospital. He founded the hospital and began serving the Smiths Station community in 1998. He moved his practice from an older location into a newly constructed hospital in November 2006. Dr. Griffin grew up in the Smiths Station area and is a 1988 graduate of Smiths Station High School. He appreciates the opportunity to enhance the special bond between people and their pets and is committed to providing the very best medical and surgical care in a compassionate and caring manner. Dr. Griffin and his wife Windy share their home with their daughter Carson, son Mason, their German Shorthair Pointer, Huck and English Springer Spaniel, Hazel. Dr. Griffin enjoys Auburn sports, outdoor activities, fitness & exercise, and home gardening.

Nicole M. Namie, D.V.M.

Professional Degrees:
 2004 B.S. Biochemistry, Western Kentucky University
 2009 Doctor of Veterinary Medicine, Auburn University
 
Professional Associations:
American Veterinary Medical Association
Alabama Veterinary Medical Association

Special Interests:
Emergency Medicine and Critical Care
Animal Behavior
Physical Therapy & Alternative Pain Control Modalities                                                     Exotic Medicine & Surgery 

Dr. Namie is originally from Elizabethtown, Kentucky. She received her Bachelor of Science degree in Biochemisty from Western Kentucky University. After graduating from Auburn University College of Veterinary Medicine in 2009, she loved the Auburn family so much she decided to stay. A Couple of her passions include traveling and hiking; and she and her husband, Stu, have been section hiking the Appalachian Trail since 2016. They own a farm in Opelika, where several rescue dogs, goats, cats, and ferrets call home. Dr. Namie almost always brings a few of her dogs to work with her every day. They sleep and relax in her desk drawer office: Violet (Boston Terrier), Juan Carlos (Chihuahua), Rosie (Chihuahua), and Spud (English Bulldog).

Bryan Murphy, D.V.M.

Professional Degrees:

1979 BS in Poultry Science, University of Florida
1988 Doctor of Veterinary Medicine, Auburn University

 Professional Associations:

American Veterinary Medical Association
Foundation for Veterinary Dentistry
East Alabama Veterinary Medical Association

 Special Interests:

Advanced veterinary dentistry
Soft tissue surgery
Veterinary Management

Dr. Murphy owned and operated Murphy Veterinary Hospital in Fort Walton Beach, Florida for 20 years before moving to the Auburn/Opelika area. He currently practices in four different clinics in both Alabama and Georgia. He has been married to the love of his love, Debbie, since 1979 and they have 2 wonderful daughters and sons-in-laws and four grandchildren. When not practicing veterinary medicine, you can find Dr. Murphy and his wife out on their farm gardening, raising chickens and doing multiple carpentry projects. They enjoy visiting their children and grandchildren, spending time with friends and of course Auburn football and sports! They have 2 dogs, Montana (Golden Retriever) and Hank (Beagle).

Michelle Shelton, D.V.M.

Professional Degrees:

2009 B.S. Biology: Dual degrees in Dental Hygiene & Healthcare Administration, University of Southern Indiana
2016 Doctor of Veterinary Medicine, Purdue University

Professional Associations:

American Veterinary Medical Association

Special Interests:

General and Preventative Medicine and Surgery
Internal Medicine, Dentistry, Neurology, Ophthalmology, Cardiology.

Dr. Shelton was born and raised in Southern Indiana, and dreamed of being a veterinarian since she was a child. After completion of her undergraduate degrees, she spent time teaching and practicing dental hygiene at the local university. She was also a veterinary technician and assistant for a total of 12 years before attending veterinary medical school. She obtained her veterinary degree from Purdue University, and practiced small animal medicine in Washington State for two years after graduation. She moved to this area in April 2018 to be closer to family. In her spare time, she enjoys traveling, hiking, biking, kayaking, fishing, photography, painting, reading, and spending time with her husband and three dogs! She has three "children" (dogs): Yoshi (Shiba Inu), Dixie (Corgi), & Daisy (Mini Longhair Dachshund).