Our Team

Associate veterinarian Dr. Christina E. Hibbardvincent began working at Indian Hills Animal Clinic in July 2019. With professional interests in small animal practice and exotics, Dr. Hibbardvincent received her bachelor’s degree in biology from Center College in 2012 and her master’s degree in biological sciences from the University of Alabama in 2014. She earned her Doctor of Veterinary Medicine degree from Kansas State University in 2019. For Dr. Vincent, the best thing about being a veterinarian is getting to know clients and their pets. She said, “I enjoy building relationships with clients and their pets. It’s satisfying to care for that pet from the start of life through their senior years.”

A native of Tuscaloosa, Alabama, Dr. Hibbardvincent has had ties to Indian Hills Animal Clinic since a very young age. She started going to practice at the age of five with her first dog. “I have known everyone at the clinic for a long time, they are all like family,” she says. Before becoming a veterinarian, her first volunteer opportunity was with Dr. Philip M. Smith at Indian Hills Animal Clinic. She also volunteered at Lancaster Veterinary Center in Lancaster, Kentucky, while pursuing her undergraduate degree.

At home, Dr. Hibbardvincent has a three-year-old Australian Shepherd named Archer and a seven-year-old Hound mix named Tallulah. During her free time, she enjoys spending time with her dogs and her family. She also likes hiking, reading, gardening, playing video games and watching Alabama football.

As a veterinary technician, Diana enjoys assisting Dr. Smith and educating clients about pet care. Her military background contributes to Diana’s unique skills, and she feels her former training helps her perform her job responsibilities well.

Diana earned her associate degree in science and is currently enrolled in school to be a Licensed Veterinary Technician. She has been with Indian Hills Animal Clinic since April 2006 and has worked in the animal-related field for 10 years. Diana says, “I enjoy the people and the quality of care that we give to patients and clients.”

Diana is a member of the American Association of Feline Practitioners. She enjoys caring for cats and works to educate our staff on the best cat-handling techniques.

Diana spends her free time reading, working on puzzles, attending flea markets, watching TV, spending time with her husband, and taking care of her three dogs, 10 cats, two lizards, and a tarantula.

Vickie Pearce has been keeping things running smoothly for the staff and clients at Indian Hills Animal Clinic since July 1994. Having worked previously for Dr. Smith at his first veterinary hospital, Vickie has been a member of his core staff for 28 years. She feels that “it is rewarding and a pleasure to work with a veterinarian and staff who are caring and compassionate. We not only treat the pet; we also educate the owners and make every effort to provide them with the comfort and reassurance that they need.”

As office manager, Vickie encourages a team approach to providing pet care. Her responsibilities include hiring employees, supervising, payroll, and overseeing the hospital’s general everyday operations.

Compassion, loyalty, and dedication are three self-applied terms Vickie uses to describe her professional attributes. “Interacting with the pets and their parents is my favorite part about my job,” she says.

Vickie enjoys flower gardening and spending time with her family and three dogs named Hoss, Deacon, and Papa in her spare time.