Women in Business: Crosspoint Veterinary Hospital

Dr. Christie McHughes Barr

A LIFE OF PURPOSE, PASSION, AND PAW PRINTS

In the heart of St. Tammany Parish, where community and care go hand-in-hand, Dr. Christie McHughes Barr has spent the last 21 years leaving an indelible mark on the field of veterinary medicine. A devoted veterinarian, successful business owner, mother of three, and spirited farm enthusiast, Dr. Barr embodies what it means to lead with compassion and conviction.

After more than a decade working in local clinics, Dr. Barr took a leap of faith and founded Crosspoint Veterinary Hospital, a place where excellence in animal care is matched by an unwavering commitment to the well-being of both pets and their people.

At Crosspoint, nothing is done halfway. The hospital has been AAHA accredited since 2017, and its Fear Free Certified staff are trained to reduce stress and anxiety for every furry patient that walks—or wags—through the door. “From day one, my vision was to create a place where pets are treated like family, where customer service is a priority, and where gold-standard medicine is our everyday standard,” says Dr. Barr.

But her impact reaches far beyond the exam room. Dr. Barr is a proud contributor to the Louisiana Veterinary Medical Association, and is actively involved in the Southwest Veterinary Symposium, giving back to the profession that has given her so much.

At home, life is a joyful whirlwind. Alongside her husband Shawn—who she affectionately teases about the calm life he left behind—Dr. Barr manages a bustling farm filled with cows, goats, chickens, ducks, and a beloved pack of pets— including three dogs and two cats. The couple is also raising three teenage sons, adding yet another layer of energy, love, and controlled chaos to their already full lives.

For Dr. Barr, balance is found not in slowing down, but in staying grounded. Her faith guides her path, her family fills her heart, and her work continues to be both a calling and a joy. “I keep my eyes on the good Lord above,” she says with a smile. “Through Him, all things are possible.”

In a world that often demands compromise, Dr. Christie McHughes Barr has created a life that proves you really can do it all—with heart, humor, and a whole lot of animals.

70323 LA-1077 • Covington, LA 70433 • (985) 888-1566 • crosspointveterinaryhospital.com