Meet our Staff

STEPHEN D. FISCH, DVM

Dr. Stephen D. Fisch has been a horse enthusiast since early childhood. He was a jockey before pursuing his DVM degree from the University of Georgia, where he graduated in 1982.

Dr. Fisch's special interests are diagnosis and treatment of equine lameness, equine sports medicine and all aspects of reproduction. Dr. Fisch enjoys helping high caliber competition horses perform to the best of their ability. He is also certified in equine acupuncture.

Dr. Fisch breeds racing American Quarter horses. His spare time is spent with his wife, Kelley, and their four children - Dr. Joe, the Bureau Chief of the Division of Animal Industry for the State of Florida; Jessie who is currently working on a PhD at Georgia Tech, Casey Chaviano, PhD who is employed by Georgia Tech in Atlanta, and Zoey who is pursuing her Nurse Practitioner degree at Emory.

Member Killearn United Methodist Church, National AQHA Director, AQHA Racing Committee, Member American Association of Equine Practitioners (AAEP), Member Florida Association of Equine Practitioners (FAEP), American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA)

Dr. Rachel Lacey's extensive expertise in veterinary medicine, particularly in sports medicine, lameness, reproduction, and emergency care, is a testament to her dedication to your equine's health.

Dr. Lacey’s education from the University of Florida College of Veterinary Medicine, combined with her specialized training in Traditional Chinese Veterinary Medicine from the Chi Institute, positions her as a highly qualified professional in maintaining the well-being and performance of horses. Dr. Lacey’s certifications in Equine Spinal Manipulation and Equine Rehabilitation and Performance further highlight her commitment to provide your horse with the best care.

Dr. Lacey’s desire for becoming a Certified Veterinary Medical Manipulation Practitioner (CVMMP) and Certified Equine Rehabilitation and Performance veterinarian (CERP) originated from a desire to diagnose discreet lameness issues and to provide preventative medicine for the wellbeing of your horse which contributes to allowing your horse to perform at his best.

RACHEL LACEY, DVM,CVMMP

Melissa Golden, DVM

Welcome to the Team Dr. Golden!

Dr. Melissa Golden graduated from the Lincoln Memorial University College of Veterinary Medicine. After graduation, Dr. Golden completed an equine rotating internship at Chaparral Veterinary Medical Center, a referral hospital in Arizona. Here she participated in evaluation, treatment and continued care of a variety of cases including colics, lacerations, and emergencies. Dr. Golden's professional interests include ambulatory medicine and dental care.