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Pets & Vets PROFILES
George W. Simmons, Randy S. Fullerton, Owner, D.V.M.
Owner, D.V.M.
Dr. Simmons and wife, Lindi enjoy their large family of boys, John, Sam and Jack and their dogs, Ellie Mae, Kat and Lola, and feline family member, Tex. After earning a bachelor’s degree from Georgia and his doctorate from Auburn, he became sole owner of NFAH in 1988 and proceeded to add great veterinarians, staff and square footage to make the hospital what it is today. Dr. Simmons is an eagle scout who has shown his interest and devotion to the Tallahassee community by serving on many boards over the past 25 years. Those include the Animal Shelter Control Board, FL Board of Veterinary Medicine, Christ Presbyterian Church, Be the Solution and Tall Timbers. He is also a member of several veterinary associations such as BBVMA, FVMA, and AVMA. Though his area of interest is orthopedic surgery, he is instrumental in the mentoring of staff in medicine as well as client service.
Dr. Fullerton and wife Christina moved to Tallahassee in 1990 upon graduation from Auburn University. Both had grown up in California and attended California Polytechnic University at Pomona as undergrads. They have a daughter, Cara, a recent graduate of Rice University and son George, who will graduate from the University of Georgia this year. Their empty nest children include a 13 year old Labrador retriever; a shelter adopted geriatric terrier, a 3 year old English cocker and “Took”, a feral rescue cat. For leisure, Dr. Fullerton enjoys traveling to visit family and friends while looking for any opportunity to squeeze in his favorite hobby, fishing. He is a member of Tall Timbers, CCA, IFGA, AVMA, FVMA and former president, vice president, secretary and treasurer of our local Big Bend Veterinary Medical Association. While Dr. Fullerton’s medical interests include spinal surgery, orthopedic surgery and computed tomography (CT) diagnostics, he also truly enjoys the time spent in the exam room discussing a pet’s health with the client.
Shane M. Burkhead,
Lynn T. Hagood,
Dr. Burkhead and wife Michele
Dr. Hagood and wife Hallie have three children, Hannah, L.T. and Hank and are licensed foster parents for the State of Florida. Their four dogs, one cat and two horses also keep the family busy. Dr. Hagood owned and operated a veterinary practice in Alabama, and worked with the Alabama State Veterinarian’s Office while earning his master’s degree in pathobiology and epidemiology prior to joining the practice. Serving on the Animal Service Center Board, ALVMA executive committee, the Auburn College of Veterinary Medicine Advisory Council and all offices of the BBVMA are just a few of the ways he has served in the community. He is an elder at Wildwood Presbyterian Church and a hard working booster for Chiles Timberwolves Baseball. Dr. Hagood enjoys camping, riding horses, and being outdoors with his family. His medical interests include diagnostic ultrasound and oncology and he currently serves as medical director of the hospital.
Owner, D.V.M.
have a very active household of four young children, the twins, Hannah & Emma, boys, Seth and Sawyer and three 4 legged children. On his days off, Dr. Burkhead enjoys spending time with his family whether it’s homework with the kids, woodworking, fishing, boating, or camping. A graduate of Auburn University, he is a member of AVMA and FVMA where he has served on the Budget & Finance committee, BBVMA as past President and Vice President, Tallahassee Young Entrepreneurs Club and Deacon for Meridian Woods Church of Christ. He enjoys giving back to the community by volunteering for Father Flannigan’s Boys Town of North Florida, where he is current Chairman of the Board. He is our expert on diagnostic ultrasound and endoscopy cases with a special interest in upper airway surgery.
Owner, D.V.M.
2701 North Monroe St., Tallahassee, FL 32303 P 850.385.5141 Emergency 850.222.0123 nflah.com Our mission at North Florida Animal Hospital is to provide the most comprehensive, high-quality veterinary care available in a compassionate and courteous environment. 116 July–August 2013
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