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Meet Dr. Erin Koballa

Dr. Koballa grew up in Wrightsville Beach, North Carolina with her parents and younger sister Kasey. She received her undergraduate degree from Duke University where she majored in psychology with a focus on biology and neuroscience. While at Duke, she was a four-year member and starter on the women’s varsity soccer team. Her team was an NCAA runner-up during her junior year. She went on to receive her veterinary degree from NC State, where she was heavily involved in the Veterinary Business Management Association (VBMA) as well as the student chapter of the American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA).

Dr. Koballa began her veterinary career at North Mecklenburg Animal Hospital in 2018 before opening her own veterinary practice in Charlotte, NC. Her professional interests include general & minimally invasive surgery, ultrasonography, challenging medical cases, reproductive medicine, and providing excellent, compassionate end-of-life care. She is driven by an enthusiasm for lifelong learning, a desire to approach decision-making with a team-based family-forward mentality, and a passion for providing above-and-beyond veterinary care. This vision is embedded in the roots of Charlotte Companion Animal Hospital.

Outside of her work life, Dr. Koballa enjoys being on the water (salt and freshwater alike!), exploring new places and restaurants, and spending time with family and her Toy Schnauzer, Merlin.

Education

Duke University, BS in Psychology, 2013
North Carolina State University, College of Veterinary Medicine, DVM, 2018

Affiliations or Awards

Fear Free Certified Professional
American Veterinary Medical Association
North Carolina Veterinary Medical Association
Simmons Business Aptitude Award, 2017
Veterinary Leadership Experience Attendee, 2016
Duke Varsity Women’s Soccer Team, 4-Year Letter Winner & Starter
Dean’s List with Distinction, Duke University, 2012
NCAA Women’s College Cup Finalist, 2011
ACC Academic Honor Roll, 2010, 2012 & 2013

Meet Dr. Courtney Conway

Dr. Conway grew up in Sacramento, California. She began her animal experience with ranch work involving livestock and poultry, before moving to in-hospital technician work with small animals. She received a bachelor’s degree in Aquatic Biology at UC Santa Barbara and spent three years working at a non-profit sea lion rescue and rehabilitation center. Dr. Conway attended veterinary school at St. George’s University, and completed her clinical year at Cornell University in January 2026. While completing her DVM, Dr. Conway was initiated into the honors veterinary fraternity Phi Zeta and was heavily involved in emergency and surgery work at the local animal hospital in Grenada.

Dr. Conway worked in the veterinary field as a surgical and emergency technician for 8 years prior to completing her DVM. Her professional interests include both soft and orthopedic surgery, cardiology, reproductive medicine, and preventative care. Dr. Conway enjoys working closely with her clients and creating lifelong relationships with both owners and pets. Her empathy and compassion for animals fuels her dedication to provide the best medicine while considering the owner’s and family’s needs.

During her free time, Dr. Conway enjoys playing soccer, hiking, scuba diving, and spending time with her family, including her work family at Charlotte Companion Animal Hospital. She has a cat named Figaro and a great dane named Buck.

Education

University of California Santa Barbara: BS in Aquatic Biology, 2018
St. George’s University of Veterinary Medicine: DVM, 2026

Affiliations or Awards

The Phi Zeta Society, Alpha Delta Chapter, St. George’s University, – Member, 2024
American Veterinary Medical Association – Member, 2021
Honor Society- UCSB – Member, 2014
Future Farmers of America (FFA), California – State Degree Holder

Fear Free Certified Professional

Dr. Erin Koballa is Fear Free Certified. This unique certification is awarded to veterinary professionals who have completed the Fear Free Veterinary Certification Program. During the program, veterinarians and other professionals are trained to reduce or remove anxiety triggers that could make a pet fearful at the hospital. Additionally, they’re trained to help owners and staff keep pets calm and improve the overall medicine and experience of the pet during their visit. This not only keeps the veterinary team and pet owners safe but also helps to affirm the positive association a pet makes with its care provider. Her Fear Free Certification is one of many ways Dr. Koballa puts your pet first.