Richard L. Duffey, DVM

Dr. Duffey was raised in Arlington, Virginia. He attended the University of Georgia where he earned a Bachelor’s Degree in Microbiology and a Masters Degree in Medical Microbiology. He received a Doctorate of Veterinary Medicine from UGA in 1988. After graduation, he spent   2½ years in a Dairy and Large Animal practice in northeastern Pennsylvania. Beginning in 1990 he spent 4½ years managing a Small Animal practice in Woodstock, Georgia. Dr. Duffey purchased Winder Animal Hospital in 1994. He has built the practice from one doctor, and two staff members to a staff of twelve, including one part-time and two full-time veterinarians. Dr. Duffey, his wife Anne and their two sons, Jefferson and Davis live in Winder with their cat, Mr. Bigglesworth and their dog, Riley.

Kathy Fowler, DVM

Dr. Fowler grew up in Washington, DC and went to college in upstate New York.  After trying a few different jobs, including office work in DC, teaching high school in Ann Arbor, Michigan and working in a research lab in upstate New York, she was sure that she wanted to be a veterinarian.  She studied veterinary medicine at Cornell University.  After graduation she moved to Georgia to be with her husband, Alex, who is a professor at UGA.  She joined our practice in 2003.  She and her husband live in Athens, Georgia with their dog Penny and their cat Lola.

Kim E. Lathrup, DVM

Dr. Lathrup grew up in Decatur, Georgia, attended undergrad at the University of Georgia and received a Doctorate of Veterinary Medicine in 1980.  She has been with Winder Animal Hospital since 1997. Before coming to work at Winder, she spent 11 years at Dekalb Gwinnett Animal Emergency Clinic and worked as a relief vet in the Atlanta area. Dr. Lathrup also stays busy helping to run a family business, the largest Antique Mall in the Lake Oconee area. She and her daughter, Kelsey, granddaughter, Marley Ann, their dog, two cats and Sable their TWH live on a ten acre farm. The farm has been home to many stray, orphaned or injured animals, including sheep, squirrels, a large goat, chickens and many many dogs and cats!!!  Dr. Lathrup is a great assett to the team!

Bonnie Ballard, DVM

Dr. Ballard has worked in veterinary medicine for more than 30 years, starting as a veterinary assistant, then as a veterinary technician.  In 1994  she graduated from the UGA College of Veterinary Medicine.  She is the Director of the Veterinary Technology Program at Gwinnett Technical College, which she started in 1997.  She has received numerous awards for teaching and is co-editor and contributor of "Exotic Animal Medicine for The Veterinary Technician."  She is also co-author of "Restraint and Handling for Veterinary Technicians and Assistants."    She lives in Oglethorpe County with her husband, Brian, three cats named Belle, JJ and Disney, a turtle named ET, dog Riley, and two miniature donkeys, Nicholas and Goblin.  She has worked at Winder Animal Hospital since April 1997.

Debbie Lord, Practice Manager

A native of Georgia, Debbie has a combined background in business and legal administration as well as the veterinary industry.  She worked for for over 8 years with an equine veterinarian who was her mentor into the veterinary industry.  She assisted in a technical capacity  and worked as bookkeeper for the practice.  After joining the team at Winder Animal Hospital in 1998, she obtained veterinary assistant certification and completed two years of veterinary technology courses through Cedar Valley College.  Her more than 20 years in the veterinary industry and corporate world have prepared her to deal with the daily challenges as Practice Manager for Winder Animal Hospital.  Debbie lives in Jackson County with her husband Tony.  They share their 13 acre farm with two dogs, three cats and three horses.

Bette Green, Receptionist

Hello. My name is Bette Green (Miss Bette to most most of my team members). I was born an Army brat in 1944. I married my husband, Harold in 1963. We have a son, twin daughters, and six grandchildren. I became a Licensed Practical Nurse in 1989 but prefer working with my furry, four-legged friends. I began working for Dr. Duffey as a receptionist in 1997. I enjoy Braves Baseball and NASCAR auto racing. I am owned by four wonderful cats and two great dogs.

Megan Ingram, Receptionist

I started work at Winder Animal Hospital in 1999 as a part-time kennel assistant and was promoted to receptionist after about six months. I recently married in May 2009. My hustand, Travis, and I have one dog, Harley, and two cats, Riggs and Juice. We just purchased our first house in June. When we have time, we love to ride our motorcycles in the beautiful North Georgia mountains. Life is good!!! 

Michelle Arguto, Receptionist

Michelle has been with Winder Animal Hospital since December 2002 as Receptionist.  She currently lives in the Bethlehem area and shares her home with her two dogs, Bull and Ellie and cat Ranger.  Michelle also enjoys trail riding with her spotted saddle horse, Rusty.

Michele Godina, RVT 

Michele has been a registered veterinary technician since 1987.  She worked in California at a small animal practice prior to moving to Georgia.  After staying home for six years with her children, she joined the team at Winder Animal Hospital  in June 2000.  She lives in Bethlehem, Georgia with her husband, Jerry and their three children, Elizabeth, Megan and Joseph, their new dog, Darla, three cats, three lizards and one snake.  Michele and her family are active members of Bethlehem First United Methodist Church.  

Heather Bohmann, Veterinary Assistant

Hi my name is Heather Bohmann.  I was born in Dallas, Texas.  I lived in Texas until July of 2000 when I married my husband Chris and we relocated to Georgia.   We live happily in Bethlehem, Georgia with our two "kids"...about to be "three kids".  Lucy, our oldest, a Golden Retriever mix.  We adopted her from a rescue shelter when she was a year old .  Lucy is now queen of the house!  Ralphie, our middle child, is a Golden Retriever.  He loves to run and play ball.  Our youngest is on the way. We will soon be the proud parents of an adorable Great Pyrenees pup. I started working at Winder Animal Hospital in 2003.  I enjoy coming to work everyday, meeting new people and learning about their pets!

Rose Odom, Receptionist

Hey ya'll!  My name is Rose Pethel Odom.  I started working at Winder Animal Hospital in July of 2006.  Shortly after obtaining my Bachelor's Degree in Accounting I accepted a full-time position with Jackson County School System as an Bookkeeper in March of 2009.  But, I still work a couple of Saturdays each month at Winder Animal Hospital.   I live in Jefferson with my husband, Kasey.  We have two adorable Yorkshire Terriers,  Macie and Trooper.

Jody Woodard, RVT

Jody graduated from the Veterinary Technician Program at Gwinnett Technical College in 2004 and joined the WAH team in July 2006. She lives in Winder with her husband Trampus and their three cats, A.J. Alex, and Devon. 

Jody brings a lot of enthusiasm to the hospital. Her genuine care and concern for the patients and her southern charm make our clients feel at home.   

Julie Carter, Receptionist

Julie joined WAH in February 2008 as receptionist with previous experience in the veterinary industry.  She worked at an animal hospital in Milledgeville while she attended college at Georgia College and State University where she obtained her Bachelors degree in psychology.

She currently resides in Bethlehem with her husband Michael and their chocolate lab, Charlie.