Our team

Dr. King grew up in Camden, SC and earned his veterinary degree from the University of Georgia, followed by a post-doctoral internship at Virginia Tech and a residency in veterinary neurology and neurosurgery at UC Davis. Neurology came naturally to him, but it became a calling the first time he watched a paralyzed dog walk again after surgery. He practiced in Charleston, SC before settling in Savannah, and in 2015 founded what is now Live Oak Veterinary Specialists. Dr. King holds advanced certifications in veterinary neurosurgery, acupuncture, and pain management. He has also earned his MBA, and serves as Secretary of the Board of Directors for the Veterinary Specialty Practice Alliance (VSPA) - a group of independently owned veterinary specialty and emergency hospitals around the US and Canada. LOVS remains proudly independently owned, community-focused, and agile in ways corporate groups simply can't be. Dr. King is a passionate teacher and mentor who believes culture is the foundation of great medicine, not an afterthought. At home, he and his wife Jori keep life wonderfully busy with their two boys (Greyson and Sawyer), three dogs (Rooster, Archer, and Yeti), a cat named Mira, and three Silkie chickens (Luna, Pearl, and Rose). He recharges with fishing, clay shooting, hiking, and camping; and rarely misses a chance to cheer his boys on the from the sidelines.

Dr. Santare graduated from Cornell University's College of Veterinary Medicine and complete a residency in neurology and neurosurgery at the University of Florida. She has been board certified in veterinary neurology since 2015 and holds a certification in neurosurgery from the ACVIM. She built the Neurology service in a busy specialty and emergency/critical care center in Long Island, NY where she practiced for 7 years. Her career started with Information Technology and Biomedical Photography which paved the way to her love for veterinary medicine and ultimately, Neurology. Dr. Santare's professional interests include MR Imaging, management of intervertebral disc disease, atlanto-axial subluxation stabilization, and vascular diseases. Dr. Santare is originally from New York but would visit the Lowcountry and Coastal Empire often, so she decided to make it her home. Her interests outside of veterinary medicine include photography, boating, and she recently took up a hobby crocheting. She is the proud owner of a crazy Boxer, Dachshund, Doodle, a Morkie and a mischievous kitty.

Hannah grew up in St. Louis, Missouri and moved to Georgia in 2017. Hannah graduated from the Veterinary Technical Institute at Hickey College and obtained her RVT license in 2015. Outside of work, Hannah enjoys spending time with her family, reading, and being outside enjoying the local beaches.

Eric grew up between Gardena, California and Londonderry, New Hampshire, though he proudly considers New Hampshire home. In 2021, he relocated to Georgia following a reassignment with the U.S. Army, where he served honorably until retirement. Eric graduated cum laude from Southern New Hampshire University with a degree in Business Administration. He brings over 13 years of experience in Human Resources, with a strong focus on employee retention and organizational development. Following his military retirement, Eric further advanced his expertise by earning his SHRM-CP certification, solidifying his commitment to excellence in the HR field. In addition to his professional work, Eric serves as a volunteer middle school golf coach for the Coastal Homeschool Athletic Organization, where he enjoys mentoring young athletes and fostering both skill development and sportsmanship. Outside of his professional life, Eric is an avid golfer who values quality time with his wife, Amy, and their five children. He especially enjoys taking time off with his family at the beaches of Jekyll Island.