Flatt Team
Our Doctors
Jayme Burnett, DVM | Medical Director
Dr. Jayme Burnett graduated from the University of Tennessee College of Veterinary Medicine in 2010. She enjoys all aspects of veterinary medicine and values the wide variety of cases she encounters each day, with particular passions for internal and emergency medicine. What Dr. Burnett appreciates most about her time at the hospital are the lasting relationships she builds with her patients and their owners.
Outside of work, Dr. Burnett loves going on adventures with her family and introducing her five children to new experiences, three of whom joined their family through adoption, a cause close to her heart. She also enjoys spending time outdoors and reading whenever she has the chance.
“I believe in doing small things with great love.” — Mother Teresa
Jason Wilton, DVM | Associate Veterinarian
Dr. Jason Wilton earned his Doctor of Veterinary Medicine degree from Lincoln Memorial University–College of Veterinary Medicine (LMU-CVM). He is dedicated to delivering high-quality, compassionate care to every patient he treats.
Cody Gibson, DVM | Associate Veterinarian
Originally from a small coal mining town in southwest Virginia called Appalachia, Dr. Gibson and his wife moved to Cookeville to begin working in general practice. He attended Lincoln Memorial University for his undergraduate studies in veterinary technology before pursuing his D.V.M. at the Lincoln Memorial University College of Veterinary Medicine.
In his spare time, Dr. Gibson enjoys weightlifting, watching movies, and playing games. He has two handsome cats named Winston and Ferguson. Dr. Gibson and his wife are also happily expecting their first child early this spring.
Support Team
Megan
Megan has always had a passion for animals and worked as a veterinary assistant for 3 years before switching careers to 911 dispatch and licensed firefighter/EMT. She couldn't shake her love and passion for animals, so she is back in veterinary medicine with our team as of August 2025 where she can love on all the fur babies and give them an abundance of treats!
Veronica
Veronica has a few years of experience working hands-on in animal care as a veterinary assistant. In addition to her part-time role with us, she also works very closely in a cat rescue and a local spay/neuter clinic, where she gets to help animals every day and support their wellbeing.
She's passionate about her work and loves being part of teams that make a real difference for pets and their families. When she's not working, she can usually be found spending time with her family, either relaxing at home or off on a little adventure!
Adesina
Born and raised in Crossville, Adi has always had a passion for animals and has worked in veterinary medicine from a very young age. In her free time, she runs a pet-sitting business and spends time with her boyfriend Brayden and two dachshunds, Bexlie and Oaklynn.
Abby
Hailing from Maryland, Abby moved to Tennessee in 2024 and joined our team in January 2025. New to veterinary medicine at the time, she has dedicated herself to learning all she could to succeed in her role as a veterinary assistant, something she always wanted to do. In her spare time, she enjoys reading and being outdoors.
Elizabeth
Elizabeth joined our team in July 2025 as a Client Services Representative, seeking a change of pace from her background working in education. In her spare time, she and her husband flip campers and other items. She can often be found spending time camping with her husband, children, or granddaughter. She enjoys the opportunity here to show love to our clients’ furbabies!
Stacy
Stacy joined our team in May 2023 as a Client Services Representative and has spent time working at both the Copeland and Flatt locations before rejoining the Flatt team full-time in the spring of 2024.
With a long career in customer service, Stacy ensures that each client and patient feels welcomed and valued. In her free time, she enjoys spending time with her dog and two cats or with friends and family
Amber
With a lifelong passion for animals, Amber returned to her first love, veterinary medicine, in 2021 at Copeland Veterinary Hospital as a Client Services Representative after a long hiatus spent working in the banking industry.
In 2023, she migrated to the Flatt location as Office Manager, where she continues her passion for ensuring our patients and clients receive the best service possible. When she isn’t working, she can be found spending time with her husband, son, two rescued cattle dogs, Bunji and Bondi, and her 4 cats, Lizzy, Lenny, Charlie, and Terrence.
Shelby
Shelby joined the Flatt team during her senior year of high school and has grown over the years in her knowledge as a veterinary assistant, and is a vital member of our team. With her passion for our patients, Shelby always ensures our clients and patients have a pleasant and welcoming experience. She enjoys taking outdoor walks, hanging out with her Shih Tzu, Nessa, cooking, and baking in her free time.
Kelsey
Originally from Virginia, Kelsey graduated from Lincoln Memorial University in 2014 as a Licensed Veterinary Medical Technician. She moved to Tennessee in 2019 and joined the Flatt team, where she provides top-notch care and compassion to you and your furry friends. In her free time, she enjoys travelling and spending quality time with her husband and young son, extended family, friends, and her cat Ferguson.
Tristan
Tristan is a veterinary assistant majoring in pre-veterinary medicine at Tennessee Tech, learning all he can for his future career. In his free time, he leads a men’s Bible study and plays guitar.