Lisa Koob is a native Knoxvillian, having graduated from Farragut High School and then heading straight towards her goal of becoming a veterinarian. She graduated summa cum laude from UTK with her undergraduate degree in Organismal & Systems Biology and then on to the UT College of Veterinary Medicine, where she also graduated summa cum laude. Before joining us, she worked as both an assistant and then as a veterinarian at Village Veterinary Clinic, and then at the Cat Clinic until early 2020. She began doing some relief work for us in late 2019, and when she was available for full time work in early 2020, we were ecstatic to have her join us. She feels like she’s truly found a home at Fountain City where she’s able to collaborate with other smart dedicated veterinarians on the most challenging cases, and where she feels supported and respected – as she should. Her home is filled with all manner of well-loved pets – presently 3 dogs and (only) 3 cats. She’s left her life with rats, Guinea pigs, and feral donkeys behind but has fond memories. Her kids are growing fast, both her boys now young men, and her mini-me daughter a high school student – all excelling in every challenge life offers them. She loves spending time with them traveling in their camper when time allows, and always finding time for music – a huge part of this family’s life, as accomplished musicians themselves. Dr. Koob is also an avid reader. She’s not sure where her future will lead, but is certain to always be a “crazy cat lady.”