Lanier graduated with his DVM in 2019. He spent his first 3 years of vet school at Ross University of Veterinary Medicine. He then completed his Clinical year at Oklahoma State University College of Veterinary Medicine. His interests include: orthopedic surgery, soft tissue surgery, and providing the best care for his patients. He loves to spend his free time with his wife Meredith (who is also a veterinarian) and newborn son, Halston. He has a herd of animals with 3 dogs (Bea, Cowboy, and Emmie) and 4 cats (Milo, Riley, Boo, and Nimbus).