Meet the People Caring for Your Pet

Our team is made up of dedicated and compassionate professionals that are highly trained to provide exceptional veterinary care.

Our Doctors

Dr. Laura Lynch

Dr. Laura Lynch has been a practicing partner at Eastside since 1991. She is a 1985 graduate of the University of Arkansas with a BS in Zoology. She graduated from Louisiana State University School of Veterinary Medicine in 1991.

Dr. Laura lives in the country with her husband Kevin. Her son Tanner is married and has two little daughters. Her hobbies included water skiing, hiking, and reading. Dr. Laura has two dogs: a black Labrador Retriever named Thunder and a setter named Elvis.

Dr. Lena C. “Chrissy” France

Dr. Lena France is a 2003 graduate of Oklahoma State University College of Veterinary Medicine. She has been an Eastside veterinarian since June of 2006. Although she enjoys all aspects of practice, she especially looks forward to new puppy and kitten visits as well as challenging internal medicine cases.

Married to fellow veterinarian Jerrod English since December of 2003, Dr. Chrissy has 3 children, twins Logan and Morgan and daughter Parker Olivia. When not working, you can find Dr. France enjoying outdoor activities such as hiking, four wheeling and flower gardening. While indoors, Dr. France enjoys reading and scrap booking.

Dr. Miranda Coffey

Dr. Miranda Coffey is a 2021 graduate of Oklahoma State University College of Veterinary Medicine. She enjoys the variety of veterinary medicine, from surgery to internal medicine to exotic pet care and everything in between.

She has a rescue cat named Little Man and a Leopard Gecko named Tamish. Outside of work she delights in hiking, reading, and pointillism.

Dr. Hannah Crosswhite

Dr. Hannah is originally from Lavaca, AR. Her love for animals led her to start working in veterinary medicine during middle school and eventually to study at Oklahoma State University.

Dr. Hannah’s career interests vary and include internal medicine, soft tissue surgery, exotic medicine, and routine wellness. She’s happily married to her husband, and they live with their two dogs, Puddin’ and Penny.

Our Veterinary Staff

Michele

Practice Manager

Michele is the Practice Manager and has been with Eastside for 13 years. She has a long haired orange tabby at home named Flanagan. Her family, including 11 grandchildren and 1 grandchild on the way, is her favorite thing and she also loves hiking, kayaking, gardening and all things outside.

Mackenzie

Receptionist

Mackenzie is currently a receptionist, the first person you will meet when you come in or call!  She has 2 dogs(Odyssey and Oscar)  and a cat (Juniper) at home and loves to paint, cook and hike.  Her future plans include becoming a Veterinary Assistant and also establish her own business.

Rebecca

Kennel Tech

Rebecca is a Kennel Tech and is wonderful with the animals.  She has a cat named Chester, although she is pictured here with our Max! In her spare time she likes to read, be outdoors, or build with Legos.  She loves learning new skills in her position here.

Teonna

Receptionist

Teonna is our very courteous and helpful receptionist! She is always ready to help you when you call, text, or come in. She plans to continue her education in veterinary medicine and enjoys spending time with her 3 dogs, OllieGirl, Waldon and KoraBear and her new rescue cat,  Ripley.

Matthew

Kennel Tech / Veterinary Assistant

Matthew is a kennel tech and veterinary assistant. He helps the doctors with patients and provides weekend loving care for boarding pets. He is currently taking classes to become a veterinary technician and has a cat named Wendy.

Morgan

Veterinary Assistant

Morgan is a Veterinary Assistant.  She has 2 dogs and 2 little boys!  She enjoys being a mom and is looking to further her career in animal health.

Melissa

Veterinary Assistant

Melissa is a veterinary assistant and has been here for several years. She and her husband have one daughter, a dachshund mix named Charlie, a calico named Callie and just welcomed an adorable Golden Retriever puppy named Ripp. Spending time with her family is important to her.

Billie

Veterinary Assistant

You may find Billie in the room assisting the doctor, in the kennels with the animals, or at the front desk!  She loves playing with her dog Sadie, working with animals and cooking.  She also has a cat named Salt.  Her goal is to keep learning and become a Veterinary Technician in the future.

Kaylee

Veterinary Assistant

Kaylee is a veterinary assistant who also helps in the kennels and at the front desk.  She has two dogs, Ranger and Faye. When not at work she loves hunting, bow fishing and singing.  She plans to continue her education in Veterinary Medicine.

Memorial for Mudd

Clinic Cat

Mudd was a much-loved member of Eastside for over 12 years.  He was the most beautiful chocolate brown kitty and when people saw him, they often remarked on how they had never seen a brown cat before!  He had quite the attitude and was very photogenic!  Despite the very best of care, Mudd lost his battle with kidney and heart disease in 2023.  He will always be loved and missed by many.

Garfield

Clinic Cat

Garfield, our grumpy clinic cat.