Our Staff

Doctor

Ross A Burd , DVM

Dr. Ross Burd is a 1987 graduate from Kansas State University, College of veterinary medicine. His pre-veterinary education includes a Master's degree in Microbiology, from the University of Wyoming.

After graduating, he spent eighteen months in a 12-doctor specialty practice in Mesa, Arizona where his special interest in small animal reproduction (theriogenology) grew. He has many hours of postdoctoral study in reproduction. In 1992, International Canine Genetics approached Dr. Burd to serve as their freezing center representative in Kansas. Dr. Burd has owned Oxford Animal Hospital since 1990 and continues to practice and act as administrator.

Dr. Burd is a breeder’s veterinarian. He has been involved with showing and breeding Golden Retrievers since 1982. He is a member of the American Veterinary Medical Association, Kansas Veterinary Medical Association, American Veterinary Dental Society, Society of Theriogenology, Kansas City Golden Retriever Club, and the Golden Retriever Club of America.

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Kevin Sambol , DVM

Dr. Kevin Sambol is a lifelong Kansas resident and a 1982 graduate from Kansas State University College of Veterinary medicine. He received his pre-veterinary Bachelor of Science degree in Biology from Kansas State University.

Following graduation, Dr. Sambol experienced several areas of the veterinary profession, (ask him sometime about working with an adult male gorilla at the Kansas City Zoo). He practiced as an ER veterinarian for five years long before Emergency Vets was on cable, was the lead veterinarian at the Kansas City Stockyards, (yes he is that old), and had his own practice in Olathe, Kansas for fourteen years as well as being the Hospital Manager of the Olathe Banfield Hospital for four years. Through it all, however, Dr. Sambol is very happy to be returning to private practice and joining Dr. Burd and his team at Oxford Animal Hospital.

Dr. Sambol has a wide variety of interests including music, sports ranging from everything have to do with K-State Athletics, the Chiefs, the Royals, and outdoor activities such as fishing. Dr. Sambol lives in Johnson County with his wife, Debbie, his children Dan, Liz, and A.J., as well as his two Golden Retrievers, Abby ( “the best dog I’ve ever had”), her daughter Bella, (“an extremely sweet dog, but not the sharpest tool in the shed”), and his Persian cat, Rudy, (he was a Christmas Eve present to Debbie, so he is named after Rudolph).

Being a veterinarian has been Dr. Sambol’s calling, and you will find knowledgeable, compassionate, enthusiastic, and with a smile on his face while caring for the four-legged family members of Oxford Animal Hospital.

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Management

Rachel Pruitt , Operations Manager

Rachel Pruitt attended college at K-State. She has worked here for over 6 years. Rachel is considered Dr. Burd’s right hand girl in regard to his specialty, “breeding”, here at the hospital. To keep her company after she leaves the hospital at night, Rachel has two dogs, Hank and Haley and don’t forget her invisible dog Hannah (only in Becky’s mind). Her fellow employees consider her a pro when it comes to working while handicapped (whether it be a broken bone in her wrist, or a broken foot). Rachel always ends up injured during softball season. She can even do blood draws with her opposite hand (wouldn’t it be nice to be ambidextrous).

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Lynn McCorkendale , Office Manager

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Lynn has been with Oxford since August of 2003. Her love for animals began at a very early age rounding up all the neighborhood strays and giving her mom “sorry, they just followed me home” excuse. Later she began showing and breeding St. Bernard’s and that love lasted for more than 10 years. She still misses that show ring !

We consider Lynn our “brain” behind the software and technical aspects of our computer system since she spent her days working for our software company prior to her start here.

Today, Lynn has her 7lb Chihuahua, “JeeJee” to keep her company when she is “resting” at home and a new little one named "Mickey", he is a whopping 1lb 12 oz at this time ! This is quite a difference from her heaviest dog being 210lbs. She also enjoys her yard and flower gardens, always making new spots for those "have to have" flowers.

When you visit Oxford you will notice a staff member walking around talking to herself, WELL, that would be Lynn ! (she has a cordless headset for an excuse ) haha !

Tedd Lamprecht

Tedd is an ex-Nebraska farm boy, with a B.S. of Science in Accounting and Business Administration from Peru State College. Tedd’s previous career was with three different hand tool manufacturers, in sales and marketing. He also has experience with construction and remodeling. With his experience and training, you will see Tedd in many areas of the hospital. Tedd’s true love is all of his 4 legged friends. He now has Elvis and Lily, 5 year old beagles, a 12 yr. old Dachshund and 2 cats, Nike and Merriell.

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Technician

Becky Hamill , RVT

Becky joined the Oxford Animal Hospital team in August 2001. She received her Associates of Applied Science in Veterinary Technology from Maple Woods Community College in May 1997. She had the rare experience of performing her summer internship at the Kansas City Zoo in 1996. Emergency and Critical care has been one of her true passions in the veterinary field. She spent 7 years working for Veterinary Specialty & Emergency Centers before getting a “day” job and switching to general practices. When Becky is not at work, she is off having adventures with the true light in her life, her son, Brody. Her four-legged family includes Justice, an Australian Shepherd/border collie mix, Indy, a Golden Retriever and two cats, Striker and Padme

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Kasey Benedict

Kasey has been with Oxford since 1999. Ask Kasey and she will know the answer! Kasey has a B.S. in Animal Science graduating from Bringham Young University. Prior to working with Oxford, she stayed at home and worked with her two-legged children. Four to be exact, with two of her kids having graduated from college, one attending now and her youngest to head off next year. Kasey has a passion for all animals, but give her a Pug and she’s a puddle. Kasey has many other interests along with teaching seminary class, and running her own floral business. She never stops.

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Heather Holmes , ,RVT

Reception

Angie Rabin (Dunlap)

Angie, 23 has worked at Oxfrod since October 2006. When she is not fulfilling your everyday needs at the front counter she is spending time with her family. You can always expect a smile and probably a laugh out of Angie when you are being checked out. She loves animals, almost as much as she loves her morning coffee.

Her family entails her husband, daughter, a spoiled dog named Goose, 2 cats , lots of goldfish and koi. Goose is half English Mastiff and half Great Pyrenees and weighs 125lbs. Angie's daughter likes to use Goose as a pillow as they cuddle and watch Blue's Clues together.

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Nicole Sanchez

NICOLE started working with Oxford in the Fall of 2006. She started as a kennel assistant and by May of 2007 she was moved to a CSR postion.

Nicoles true passion is horse back riding. You can find her at the barn on the weekends, getting dirty and training her 6 yr. old Spanish Mustang, Sally. When not at the barn, she is usually perfecting her bowling game. She is still hoping for a 300 perfect game !!

To complete Nicoles family is a 2 yr. old beagle, JD and a special man Adam to take care of her.

You will always be greeted with a smile when Nicole is at the counter ! She is always looking to meeting new people, BUT if you see someone run out from behind the counter and greet the dogs before she greets you, THAT’S Nicole !

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Rebecca Cervera

Rebecca joined the team at Oxford July 2007 after 3 years in Florida. She is very happy to be back "home" in the Midwest.

Rebecca's love for animals started at a young age when she brought home her first stray. Several stray's later, she and husband make their home in Johnson county with their small zoo, including her two Shih Tzu's, Austin and Pita, whom she lovingly refers to as her "lemon" .

In her spare time, Rebecca enjoys watching the Chiefs and Royals. She is also trying to find her green thumbs ! I'm sure she will have success, thats just Rebecca !!

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Kasey Benedict

Kasey has been with Oxford since 1999. Ask Kasey and she will know the answer! Kasey has a B.S. in Animal Science fro Brigham Young University in Animal Science. Prior to working at Oxford she stayed home and cared for her "two-legged" animals - 4 to be exact. She has two boys and two girls. three have graduated from college with the youngest son a sophmore at K.U.
(go KU !! )

Kasey has a passion for all animals, but give her a pug and she's a puddle. Kasey had 3 pugs and 2 cats. In her "free" time she teaches an early morning seminary class and owns her own wedding floral business.
Kim Campbell

Kim attended college at Missouri Western State University where she received a B.S. of Science in Sports Management. Kim has always love animals and sports. She can be found on the weekends at the gym or on the volleyball or basketball court. Through the week you will find her playing with her Chihuahua at the local dog park. She came to work at Oxford at the end of May 2008.

To keep her company after she leaves the hospital at night, she has an 8lb. Chihuahua name Jasper Dale. Kim has always had large dogs but when going to adopt Jasper from an animal shelter Jasper stuck out. He was next to a Bullmastiff and an English Bulldog. Jasper and Kim's eyes met and it was love at first site. Jasper was adopted 9-6-06. He will be celebrating his 3 yr. old birthday 9-7-08. He came from an abusive family before and is now still a little timid but very happy that he gets 3 different beds at home to choose from, tons of toys and a loving mommy who couldn't imagine life without him in it.

Kim works at the front counter for your receptionist needs right now. She is pursing her levels of training to become a veterinary assistant. (picture coming as soon as we edit)

Kennel

Erin Winter

Erin started working here approximately 4 years ago. When Erin started here, she was a Customer Service Representative, then moved and trained in our Grooming Department. She didn’t stop there! Now, Erin is one of our Kennel Supervisors, here to make sure all of our campers are having a great time.

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Cole Spickler

COLE started working for Oxford in late spring of 2007 and is a great asset to our Kennel services. He always has a smile on his face and will always put one on yours as well. He’s also turning into a great “handyman”.

When he is not taking care of our “campers” here at the hospital he can be found outside playing sports, working on cars, or riding his bike. By the way, if you have an antique or old car please strike up a conversation with him at your next visit. He loves old cars !

Completing his household is his “baby” Tess, a 4 yr. old Rottie.

Grooming

Michelle Figley

Michelle has been back at Oxford for about 4 years now. She learned to groom from her mother Flo a little over ten years ago. She is married to Trent and has a beautiful six-year-old named Jake. When Michelle is not at Oxford, she is usually home taking care of her menagerie of animals: 3 dogs (Banshee, Shaunzi, and Chloe), 2 cats (Naughty and Shadow), a ferret (Sneezer), 2 horses (Shimmer and Mudd), 6 chickens, and a pond full of goldfish. Give her a month and there will be more. She lives on the Missouri side on five acres of land and loves to be outside doing anything.

Dena Owens

She started as a kennel employee, moved her way up to Kennel Supervisor and has now moved into the grooming department. She is a true cowgirl. Pink boots, pink hat, and we are waiting for pink chaps. Dena also has an abundance of animals. Horses, goats, dogs, cats?? We can’t keep track of all of them. Her newest addition to the family is a toy poodle named Macy, (who is pink in color) and her last weigh in was 3.1 lbs. Too Cute!!!Pink is her very favorite color and most everything she owns is some shade of Pink. She is always glad to see her furry friends when they come in the door and they are always glad to see her as well.

Assistants

Amy Hale

Amy began working at Oxford in Sept. '05. When she first joined the OAH team, she was part of our Kennel services. Jan. '07 she started training for the nursing/vet assistant. Amy has 3 dogs at home. Finola a 1 1/2 yrs old yorkie, and 2 English Pointers, Gunner and Gracie. We enjoy her bright spirt and singing ablility.

Sarah Moore

Sarah has been working at Oxford Animal Hospital since May 2006. She began working in the kennel and is now a nursing assistant. She is also attending Johnson County Commuinty College and hopes to be accepted into the Veterinary Technology program at Maple Woods in the near future. She has 2 dogs at home, Natasha a 2 year old German Shephard and a 9 year old Cocker Spaniel Mix named Pepper.