Laura Black, DVM

Medical Director

Laura Black, DVM grew up in Charlotte, North Carolina, and received her Bachelor of Science degree in Animal Sciences with a minor in Biology at the University of Kentucky in 2010. She received her Doctor of Veterinary Medicine from Ross University in 2014. Upon completion of her veterinarian education, Dr. Black began practicing as a local vet in North and South Carolina. Her interests include preventive care, internal medicine, and building relationships with clients through communication and education regarding their pets. Dr. Black has a pit-mix named Bella and an orange cat named Graham, and as a veterinarian, she truly understands your pets are family. In her free time, Dr. Black enjoys walking, reading, kayaking, and spending time with her family and friends.

Helen

Practice Manager

Helen, originally from South Carolina, graduated with a degree in Sociology and Criminology and a minor in Social Science from Winthrop University, and later earned a Master’s in Business Management and Leadership. She oversees clinic operations, cultivating a culture of learning and growth. Helen enjoys downtime with her beloved pets, Yogi Bear and Princess Lala.

Ashley Finan, DVM 

Relief Veterinarian

Dr. Finan has been coming to the Myrtle Beach area since she was a child and first moved here in 2005 to attend Coastal Carolina University where she got her Bachelor’s degree. She went to St. George’s University for Veterinary school and did her clinical studies at the University of Georgia. Before moving back to the area to spend time with her favorite people (her grandparents) she worked as a medical director at an exotic/small animal hospital in Colorado for many years. She loves being a relief vet because she feels passionate about veterinary owners knowing their patients are being taken care of when they can’t be there themselves, and she strives to treat each pet like her own when she sees them. Her interests include exotic animals, internal medicine, and dermatology. When she’s not at work she enjoys seeing new places and has been known to book last-minute vacations as often as she can. While at home she loves walking the beach looking for shark teeth with her 2 dogs and her husband.

Emily 

Vet Technician

Emily spent her childhood in upstate New York, where at 19, she started her career in animal care as a kennel aide at a veterinary practice. This experience fueled her existing passion for animals, leading her to become a veterinary animal nurse. With 14 years of experience in the field, Emily has also built a fulfilling personal life. She is a devoted mother to her son Hunter and shares her life with her supportive partner, Dylan. Together, they adore their three cats, Grady, Finn, and Theo, and two shelties, Baloo and Bagheera. In her free time, Emily enthusiastically supports her son’s baseball endeavors and enjoys college football (GO BIG BLUE!). She is also dedicated to fitness and prioritizes working out. Coastal Veterinary Care is proud to have Emily on their team!!!

Kristi 

Vet Technician

Kristi was born and raised in Central Pennsylvania, where a passion for animals early in life blossomed into a dream of owning a small farm.She moved to the Myrtle Beach area five years ago with her daughter, and in 2023, joined the team at Coastal Veterinary Care, where she continues to nurture her love for animals and knowledge.

In her free time, Kristi enjoys creating different types of art and loves spending time outdoors (when the humidity isn’t melting her). She shares her home with two cats, Ripley and Ellie, a dog named Penelope, and a fish named Ghost. She enjoys learning and growing each day, and working towards bringing her dream of a little farm of misfits to life.

Emily (AKA Emma) 

Vet Technician

Growing up, Emma split her time between Connecticut and Myrtle Beach, before making the latter her permanent home in 2017. Since childhood, Emma’s ambition was to pursue a career in veterinary medicine. Following high school, she balanced her business administration studies with kennel work and dog sitting, transitioning to veterinary medicine full-time after completing her associate’s degree. Her lifelong affection for animals, particularly dogs, drives her passion. This devotion is personally fueled by her own rescue lab mixes, Chloe and Cali, who motivate her to continue doing what she loves. Coastal Veterinary Care loves having Emma on their team!!

Chancery 

Vet Technician/Receptionist

Chancery is originally from Corpus Christi, Texas. As a devoted spouse and mother of two daughters, she also cherishes her role as a pet parent to three cats and a corgi. Growing up on a farm is where she sparked love for animals at a young age. After graduating from St. James High School in 2015, she completed the veterinary assistant program at Horry Georgetown Technical College. She gained invaluable experience working at a dog boarding and daycare facility for nearly five years, where she honed her skills and deepened her knowledge of animal care. Eager to further her career, Chancery now contributes her expertise at Coastal Veterinary Care, where she continues to nurture her love for animals and provide compassionate care to her furry patients.

Layklyn 

Receptionist

Layklyn, originally from South Carolina, spends her weekends enjoying barrel racing. Her experience training dogs for two years sparked her interest in veterinary care, motivating her to pursue a career helping others. Known for her kind and compassionate nature, Layklyn’s passion for animals drives her dedication to the veterinary field.