Kari is a 2011 graduate of Oklahoma State University's College of Agricultural Sciences and Natural Resources, with a degree in Animal Science and Pre-Veterinary focus. She and her husband, Jarred, have been married since November of 2013. She and Jarred enjoy working outside, hunting and fishing, taking vacations and enjoying time with family and friends whenever they can. She has been with Dr. Ford at Indian Springs Veterinary Hospital from March of 2013 to May of 2019, at which time she made the merge with him to Broken Arrow Veterinary Hospital. She enjoys watching the practice grow and is always looking for ways to improve within the veterinary field.

Mikala is a 2017 graduate of Tulsa Community College. She has an Associates Degree in Applied Science after graduating from their Veterinary Technology program. She has a Catahoula named Callie. When she is not working, she loves spending time with her family and reading books.

Niki is a 2020 graduate of the Animal Behavior College where she obtained her Veterinary Assistant Certification. She has 4 furry kids; two Dachshund/Corgi mixes named Luna and Simba, a Chihuahua/poodle mix named Klaus, and a Pit Bull/Husky mix named Nala. Her passion is working with all kind of animals big and small. In her free time, she loves anything that involves hunting and fishing, as well as spending time with family and friends. A long term goal of hers is to go to school to become a Registered Veterinary Technician. 

Dr. Burris is a 1985 graduate of Oklahoma State University's College of Veterinary Medicine. He has been at BAVH (formerly Arrow Springs Animal Hospital) since 2007. He and his wife, Gayla, have three daughters; Kateri, Maria, and Victoria. In his free time, he likes to read Philosophy and Theology, science fiction, history, and murder mysteries. He enjoys fishing, hiking, camping, theatre, and watching the Pride of Broken Arrow. He is an active member of Saint Benedict's Catholic Church in Broken Arrow. 

Lora is a Receptionist here at BAVH. She has been married to her wonderful husband for 30 years. They have two amazing sons and three dogs. She previously worked in human medicine for 20+ years before transferring into the veterinary field. She has been with BAVH (formerly Arrow Springs Animal Hospital) since 2016. She loves to spoil your fur babies with lots of love and yummy treats when they come to visit. In her spare time, she enjoys spending time with her family and close friends. 

Julie is a Receptionist here at BAVH and comes to us with over 10 years of front office experience in the veterinary field. She started with BAVH in July 2019 after working at Oklahoma Veterinary Specialists. Julie has over 25+ years of experience in medical education and human medicine. She has been married to her husband, Aaron, for 36 years. Together they have two children, Rachel and Jason. She enjoys spending time with and spoiling her dog Scrappy. In her spare time, she enjoys reading, karaoke, and spending time with her family and grandchildren.  

Sarah is a Veterinary Assistant and came to BAVH in September of 2020. She received her Bachelor's of Science in Psychology in 2020 from Fort Hays State University. She has a love of a dog named Bert. When she is not at work, she enjoys reading, camping, kayaking, and going to concerts. 

Claire is a 2022 graduate of Community Care College where she obtained her Veterinary Assistant Certification. She has always had a love for animals and their wellbeing. She has a Boxer named Chloe and loves taking her for car rides. In her free time, she enjoys fishing, going to the lake, and spending time with her husband and family. She plans on furthering her education at Tulsa Community College.

Dr. Brandy Germany-Smith joined our practice in May 2020.  Dr. Germany grew up in Tulsa and received both her Bachelor's degree in Zoology (2002) and a Doctorate of Veterinary Medicine from Oklahoma State University (2014).  She has enjoyed getting to know the BAVH family, clients and their pets during her time with us.  Her special interests are centered in strengthening the bond between client and pet and include internal medicine, client education and preventative care. In her free time, Dr. Germany is a steward of the land at her family's homestead where she tends a large garden, wrangles chickens and keeps bees. She, her husband and their mountain loving mutt, Gunter, make time each year to unplug in the backcountry on an extended backpacking vacation. 

Favorite Quote: 'It is not what you look at that matters, it is what you see.' - Henry David Thoreau

Kelli is a 2023 graduate of Tulsa Community College's Veterinary Technology Program. She passed her state and national board exams shortly following graduation and is now a Registered Veterinary Technician. She has a potbelly pig named Martha. In her spare time, she enjoys spending time with friends and family.  

Dr. Hardin graduated from The University of Minnesota Veterinary School in 1989. She attended Oklahoma State University for an internship and residency program. She and her husband, Kirk, have 3 daughters and a son, along with 5 grandchildren and 1 great grand child. They have a small ranch in Glencoe, OK where they raise sheep, goats, cattle, horses and pigeons. The busy life of ranching does not leave much free time but Dr. Hardin stays committed to helping pets and their people.