Dr. Rebecca Martin co-owns Hefner Road Animal Hospital and Pet Resort with her husband, fulfilling a longtime dream of owning her own clinic. Originally from Lafayette, Louisiana, she graduated from LSU in 2008 and has since been licensed in both Oklahoma and Texas. With 14 years of experience in the OKC metro area, she has served as both an Associate and in Relief roles.

Dr. Martin’s dedication to animal care is unmatched, stemming from a lifelong passion as a pet owner herself, with four dogs. She is Fear Free Certified, ensuring compassionate care that supports both pets and their owners. Notably, she is among the few veterinarians in the OKC area who attends to exotic animals.

Beyond her veterinary practice, Dr. Martin finds joy in exploring the world, seeking out beautiful and historic places, and savoring wonderful cuisine. Her adventurous spirit extends to skiing, scuba diving, yoga, crafting, boating, and embarking on spontaneous journeys with her husband and beloved dogs.

Christopher Martin co-owns Hefner Road Animal Hospital and Pet Resort alongside his wife, bringing his lifelong passion for animals to fruition. Originally from Oklahoma City, he completed his high school education in the Kansas City, MO area before embarking on a distinguished career path.

At the age of 17, Christopher joined the US Army while still a junior in high school, achieving the rank of Sergeant. Following his military service, he pursued higher education at Oklahoma State University, where he earned a Bachelor’s degree in Marketing. With a strong background spanning 23 years in human medicine, Christopher has excelled in Operations, Business Development, and Ownership roles, culminating in his fulfillment of owning a veterinary clinic.

Christopher’s love for animals extends beyond professional boundaries as a devoted pet owner of four dogs. His zest for life includes a passion for exploring the world, seeking out beautiful and historic locales, and indulging in culinary experiences. An avid enthusiast of snow skiing, scuba diving, and motor sports, he also enjoys following college and professional football. His leisure activities include boating and embarking on spontaneous adventures with his wife and their cherished dogs.

Elly was born and raised in Southern California, where she began her veterinary medicine career in 2015. She started as a kennel tech at a general practice and worked her way into a technician position. She then completed the Veterinary Allied Staff Education RVT alternative route program. Following its completion, Elly worked in Emergency Medicine for 6 years and Internal Medicine for a year before returning to general practice with us at Hefner Road Animal Hospital in October of 2024. Elly is also a Fear Free Certified Professional, so making the Vet’s office your pet’s favorite place is a top priority.

When not working, Elly enjoys spending time with her wife and their three kids. Elly has a passion for fitness and anything outdoors. She enjoys traveling (mostly to the mountains) and going for hikes with her two dogs, a Siberian Husky “ Kibbeh” and an Australian Shepherd Mix “ Stevie.”