Meet The Team
Scott Boltson
Owner & Practice Manager
Scott was born and raised in Virginia and earned his Business degree from Christopher Newport University. He was later accepted into Cornell University’s School of Veterinary Medicine, where he became one of the fewcertified Cornell Farriers—an equine podiatry specialist. Following graduation, Scott ran a successful hoof care business for several years.
Scott Boltson
Owner & Practice Manager
Scott was born and raised in Virginia and earned his Business degree from Christopher Newport University. He was later accepted into Cornell University’s School of Veterinary Medicine, where he became one of the fewcertified Cornell Farriers—an equine podiatry specialist. Following graduation, Scott ran a successful hoof care business for several years.
Scott is the co-founder of the nation’s first Farrier & DVM co-owned practice, where he combined his expertise inequine podiatry with a passion for veterinary medicine. After over a decade serving the equine community, he shifted his focus to small animal care and opened Rustburg Veterinary Clinic in June 2021.
At the clinic, Scott is known for his sense of humor, especially when insisting that large-breed dogs are just “tiny horses.” When he’s not taking orders from Chief—the clinic’s beloved canine Business Manager—Scott enjoys cavalry reenactments, traveling, and spending time with his horses.
“Chief”
Office Manager/ Head Dog
Chief was rescued by Scott in June 2022 at 3 years old and given a new chance at life. They now travel everywhere together. He loves meeting other dogs, cats, and especially new people. His most favorite thing in the world is to play fetch with his 10 inch “Jolly Ball” (a toy designed for horses) or take the large ball in his mouth and run by “booping” the horses at Scott’s farm.
“Chief”
Office Manager/ Head Dog
Chief was rescued by Scott in June 2022 at 3 years old and given a new chance at life. They now travel everywhere together. He loves meeting other dogs, cats, and especially new people. His most favorite thing in the world is to play fetch with his 10 inch “Jolly Ball” (a toy designed for horses) or take the large ball in his mouth and run by “booping” the horses at Scott’s farm. Whenever Scott is at the clinic, Chief comes as well. He is always very happy to say hello to a patient or their owner.
Dr. Ashley Hoss
DVM – Veterinarian in Charge
Dr. Ashley Hoss is a Virginia native and graduate of Virginia-Maryland College of Veterinary Medicine. She has been in Lynchburg for eight years and loves spending time with her family, traveling, and listening to music. Ashley loves building relationships with her clients, their pets, and truly becoming part of the local community. She has four rescue pets: Dogs named, Hop, Penny, and Rue, as well as Mookie the cat.
Dr. Ashley Hoss
DVM – Veterinarian in Charge
Dr. Ashley Hoss is a Virginia native and graduate of Virginia-Maryland College of Veterinary Medicine. She has been in Lynchburg for eight years and loves spending time with her family, traveling, and listening to music. Ashley loves building relationships with her clients, their pets, and truly becoming part of the local community. She has four rescue pets: Dogs named, Hop, Penny, and Rue, as well as Mookie the cat.
Dr. Jean Pan
Relief Veterinarian
Dr. Jean Pan graduated from Purdue University College of Veterinary Medicine in 2013. She is licensed in both California and Virginia. She has been with us since April of 2022 and is our Veterinarian In Charge. She is fluent in both English and Mandarin. She has 3 dogs named Callie, Pipsqueak, and Cutie. In her free time, she enjoys photography, as well as various arts and crafts.
Dr. Jean Pan
DVM
Dr. Jean Pan graduated from Purdue University College of Veterinary Medicine in 2013. She is licensed in both California and Virginia. She has been with us since April of 2022 and is our Veterinarian In Charge. She is fluent in both English and Mandarin. She has 3 dogs named Callie, Pipsqueak, and Cutie. In her free time, she enjoys photography, as well as various arts and crafts.
Dr. Charles Hickey
DVM
Dr. Charles Hickey graduated from Kansas State and has been providing relief work for us for a number of years. In his free time, he enjoys dog shows, fishing, surfing, music, and reading. He has a wife named Sally, 6 children, 6 grandchildren, and 3 great grandchildren. His pets include Jack Russel Terriers, a Great Pyrenees, and a monkey named Baxter.
Dr. Ashley Hoss
DVM – Veterinarian in Charge
Dr. Charles Hickey graduated from Kansas State and has been providing relief work for us for a number of years. In his free time, he enjoys dog shows, fishing, surfing, music, and reading. He has a wife named Sally, 6 children, 6 grandchildren, and 3 great grandchildren. His pets include Jack Russel Terriers, a Great Pyrenees, and a monkey named Baxter.
Hailey
Practice Manager
Hailey, originally from New Jersey, now calls Central Virginia home. She is a graduate of Radford University, where she earned her degree in biology, and is currently pursuing her credentials to become a Licensed Veterinary Technician. Her journey in veterinary medicine began in 2015, driven by a lifelong love for animals. In 2024, that passion led her to Rustburg Veterinary Clinic. Outside of work, she enjoys time spent with her two wild labradors, crafting, shopping, reading, and spending time in the great outdoors.
Hailey
Practice Manager
Hailey, originally from New Jersey, now calls Central Virginia home. She is a graduate of Radford University, where she earned her degree in biology, and is currently pursuing her credentials to become a Licensed Veterinary Technician. Her journey in veterinary medicine began in 2015, driven by a lifelong love for animals. In 2024, that passion led her to Rustburg Veterinary Clinic. Outside of work, she enjoys time spent with her two wild labradors, crafting, shopping, reading, and spending time in the great outdoors.
Missy
Reception
Missy, has been with Rustburg since June of 2022. She’s married and has one daughter, as well as 5 dogs, 3 cats, 2 mini pigs, and lots of chickens. In her free time she likes to spend time with her family and Travel.
Missy
Reception
Missy, has been with Rustburg since June of 2022. She’s married and has one daughter, as well as 5 dogs, 3 cats, 2 mini pigs, and lots of chickens. In her free time she likes to spend time with her family and Travel.
Alexis
Veterinary Assistant
Alexis has been with Rustburg Vet Clinic since July 2021. She received her Bachelor’s in Agriculture and Natural Resources from Berea College, and is currently enrolled in school to become a LVT. She is married with 2 feline children, Kiki and Jiji. In her free time, she likes to scuba dive, hike, crochet, and play trumpet.
Alexis
Veterinary Assistant
Alexis has been with Rustburg Vet Clinic since July 2021. She received her Bachelor’s in Agriculture and Natural Resources from Berea College, and is currently enrolled in school to become a LVT. She is married with 2 feline children, Kiki and Jiji. In her free time, she likes to scuba dive, hike, crochet, and play trumpet.
Carli
Veterinary Assistant
Carli started with Rustburg in September of 2023. A 2020 Jefferson Forest Grad and is currently enrolled in the veterinary technician program at Penn foster College. Carli has worked in the animal field for the past three years but is excited to continue with Rustburg to improve and grow her skills as she finishes her degree.
Carli
Veterinary Assistant
Carli started with Rustburg in September of 2023. A 2020 Jefferson Forest Grad and is currently enrolled in the veterinary technician program at Penn foster College. Carli has worked in the animal field for the past three years but is excited to continue with Rustburg to improve and grow her skills as she finishes her degree. She has a cat named Stryper and a dog named Beamer who are her best friends. When she’s not with her four-legged friends she likes to hang out with family and friends, go kayaking, fishing, shopping, and of course taking her dog Beamer for walks.
Nicole
Veterinary Assistant
Nicole joined Rustburg Veterinary Clinic in January 2024. She is a certified equine massage therapist and is currently working toward becoming a Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT). Her love for animals extends into her home, where she cares for two dogs, three cats, four fish, and a leopard gecko.
Nicole
Veterinary Assistant
Nicole joined Rustburg Veterinary Clinic in January 2024. She is a certified equine massage therapist and is currently working toward becoming a Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT). Her love for animals extends into her home, where she cares for two dogs, three cats, four fish, and a leopard gecko.
Sierra
Veterinary Assistant
Sierra has been with Rustburg Veterinary Clinic since May of 2025 and has always been passionate about animals and their care. She continues this passion at home with her tree cats, one dog, leopard gecko, and hermit crabs. In Sierra’s free time, you will find her embroidering, playing with her pets, or spending time with her fiance.
Sierra
Veterinary Assistant
Sierra has been with Rustburg Veterinary Clinic since May of 2025 and has always been passionate about animals and their care. She continues this passion at home with her tree cats, one dog, leopard gecko, and hermit crabs. In Sierra’s free time, you will find her embroidering, playing with her pets, or spending time with her fiance.
Heather
Veterinary Assistant
Heather, a Lynchburg, VA native, joined Rustburg Veterinary Clinic in February 2025. She began her career working with animals in 2018 at the Lynchburg Humane Society. In her free time outside of work, she enjoys time spent with her two cats, Navi and Zelda. She also enjoys traveling and creating handcrafted jewelry.
Heather
Veterinary Assistant
Heather, a Lynchburg, VA native, joined Rustburg Veterinary Clinic in February 2025. She began her career working with animals in 2018 at the Lynchburg Humane Society. In her free time outside of work, she enjoys time spent with her two cats, Navi and Zelda. She also enjoys traveling and creating handcrafted jewelry.
Katrina
Veterinary Assistant
Katrina has been with Rustburg Veterinary Clinic since May 2025 and is currently pursuing her credentials to become a Licensed Veterinary Technician through Penn Foster. She has been working in the veterinary field since 2021 and is passionate about providing compassionate, high-quality care to animals. She has two beloved Australian Shepherds and a cat who holds a special place in her heart.
Katrina
Veterinary Assistant
Katrina has been with Rustburg Veterinary Clinic since May 2025 and is currently pursuing her credentials to become a Licensed Veterinary Technician through Penn Foster. She has been working in the veterinary field since 2021 and is passionate about providing compassionate, high-quality care to animals. She has two beloved Australian Shepherds and a cat who holds a special place in her heart.