Meet The Friendly Staff At Benton Veterinary Hospital!

Dr. Emily Stewart has been a vital part of Benton Veterinary Hospital for years, leading with excellent medicine and compassionate care. In April of 2025, she entered semi-retirement and will provide relief work for our wonderful patients. Her dedication, kindness, and humor have touched us all—and we’re so grateful for the time we’ve shared.

Doctor Paul has 28 years under his belt and has been with our BVH team for some time. We love Dr. Paul’s compassionate and honest demeanor. He is a fantastic problem solver and always keeps a stress-free attitude with clients and staff. His creativity and sense of humor bring a smile to our faces every day.  Dr. Paul has many years of surgical experience and enjoys being able to offer a variety of treatment plans. When he is not here tending to patients, you can find him gardening, hiking and exploring antique auctions! 

Doctor Marcus Eddings has recently joined us and we could not be more thrilled! He brings a variety of skills and experience with him, one being his fun and witty personality. He is fantastic in the surgery room. He enjoys soft tissue surgeries and takes a high priority in preventative dentals! He is a big advocate for the longevity it can bring to pets’ quality of life! Dr. Eddings integrity and calm demeanor has made him a favorite among staff and clients. When he is not saving the day, you can find him gardening or wood working. He loves white oaks and zinnias. He has three mutts, Chromie, Tine and Jaina.

Dr. Kaitlin Hutter is an Associate Veterinarian with a lifelong passion for animal care, sparked by growing up on a farm in Arkansas. She earned her BS in Poultry Science from the University of Arkansas in 2011 and her DVM from Mississippi State University in 2015.

A member of the AVMA and ArVMA, Dr. Hutter is dedicated to providing high-quality care and believes strongly in the importance of client education to ensure pets live long, healthy lives. She volunteers at the Humane Society of Saline County, performing surgeries 2-4 times per month.

Outside of work, Dr. Hutter enjoys baking, spending time with her children, and volunteering at Fellowship Bible Church. She shares her life with her husband (also a veterinarian) and their pets: Kitty, a boxer, and two Australian Shepherds, Kaleigha and Kalani.

Dr. Hutter is committed to compassionate care and building lasting relationships with her clients and their pets.

Dr. Meghan Harrison is a passionate and dedicated veterinarian with a diverse background in both large animal and small animal care. Her journey in veterinary medicine began while growing up on a farm with large animals. At the age of 16 when she started working at a local veterinary clinic, sparking a lifelong passion for animal care. Dr. Harrison graduated from Mississippi State University in 2017. Dr. Harrison focuses on creating clear and direct treatment plans, making veterinary visits smoother for both pets and their owners. She believes in delivering personalized care, ensuring that the pet owners she works with feel informed, supported, and confident in the care their pets are receiving. She actively stays up to date on best practice medicine and prioritizes keeping her team well-educated on the latest advancements in veterinary care.

Known for her adaptability and thorough problem-solving skills, Dr. Harrison thrives in diverse situations and is always ready to tackle challenges head-on. Her ability to provide clear, thoughtful solutions to complex problems ensures that pets receive the best care possible, no matter the circumstance.

Dr. Harrison shares her home with a pony named Boone, an American Bulldog named Kate, and a horse named Scooby. When she’s not working, she enjoys spending time with her family, particularly participating in rodeos, exploring the outdoors, and hosting family and friends for memorable gatherings.

Macey Green is one of our tenured Technicians, who shares a wide range of skills and knowledge. Macey has been in the veterinary field for 7 years and is an ASU Beebe Graduate. She works hard to ensure clients have the best care with the least amount of stress. As our lead Technician, you can find Macey teaching our staff venipuncture, animal handling and all things surgery! She has a variety of pets, including dogs, reptiles and horses. You can find Macey horseback riding, hunting and fishing in her downtime.  

Kariss joined our team in January. She comes to us with 9 years of experience in the veterinary field. Kariss takes pride in ensuring a comfortable and low stress office visit. She enjoys taking time with her patients and pet parents to access all their needs and concerns.  Kariss has a big heart and a “go getter” attitude. She is fantastic at blood draws and IV catheter placement. Kariss has three kids and when she is not working she enjoys hunting, fishing and gaming! 

Bridget came to us with 3 years of experience. She has been a great addition to our team. Bridget finds fulfillment in creating a positive environment in every situation. She is great with nervous pets and goes above and beyond for her patients. You can count on Bridget for a listening ear and friendly face. Bridget has two fur babies, Maverick and Miley. You can find all three of them out on the lake! They are avid lake goers!   

Elliot has been in the Veterinary field for almost 2 years. He brings value to each of our patients with his caring and gentle demeanor. Elliot is great at taking time with clients to ensure they understand their pets specific needs. When Elliot is not at work you can find him spending time with his family or watching sports. He has several fur babies of his own, Roscoe (lab), Sweetie (lab), Fox (great dane mix) and Sunny (Sun conure).  

Lexi is our bubbly and joyful tech! She has been in the field for 2 years. Lexi comes with a variety of skills from general practice to ER. One of our favorite qualities about Lexi is her thoroughness with pets and clients. Lexi strives for a stress-free experience with every pet, every time! We admire her desire to continue to learn and grow. Lexi has two pups, Thicket and Monah: and her big baby, Loki the quarter horse. When she’s not working, she enjoys hiking, riding her horse and exploring new places! 

Alex joined the BVH team with 10 years of experience, ranging from retail, animal control, ER and General Practice. She has years as a technician under her belt as well as management. Alex’s goal is to ensure staff and doctors are prioritizing a high level of patient care. Her ability to remain calm in all situations allows her to handle each case with care and consideration. She enjoys teaching staff and encouraging them to continue their education. You may find her on the floor helping in surgery, taking rooms or hunkered down in her office handling business. She enjoys it all! Alex has a large family with two kids, 5 dogs, 2 cats and a bearded dragon. When she is not working , she enjoys drawing, painting and hiking with her family.  

Jake is our Kennel Technician who has recently joined us. He brings a passion for pets and a great attitude. Jake’s desire to learn and grow has made him a great member of our team. We know we can count on him to care for all of our boarding pets with individual time and attention. His relaxed attitude and joyful personality is comforting to pets and people!