Meet our Team

Dr. Erica Lloyd Fontenot was born and raised in Baton Rouge. She received her Bachelor of Science degree from LSU and went on to earn her Doctorate of Veterinary Medicine from the LSU School of Veterinary Medicine. Dr. Erica also attended Chi University and is a Certified Veterinary Acupuncturist. She and her husband, Eric, have one son named Michael. They also have two dogs, Lucy and Penny, and a cat, Charlie. She is a member of the AVMA, LVMA, BRAVMA, and WATCVM/AATCVM. Her special interests include integrative medicine and internal medicine. Dr. Erica is Fear Free Certified and is well-known for treating your pets as her own with the utmost compassion. 

Abby Tassin has held multiple positions within the Sherwood South family since her start with us in 2016. After graduating from BRCC with an Associate Degree in Veterinary Technology, Abby quickly passed her boards to become a Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT). Abby has a diverse background as she has worked at our sister locations, Sherwood South Animal Hospital as a Lead Surgery Technician and at Baton Rouge Veterinary Specialists in the Surgery and Neurology departments. Because of her extensive training and background, we are so excited to have her lead our team. In her free time, Abby enjoys spending time with her husband, Blake, and son, Hudson. They enjoy traveling, camping, and enjoying the outdoors. She also loves spoiling her dogs: Lucy (pictured), Charlie and Willow and her cat, Maxie.  

Jessie Bergeron began her career in veterinary medicine at Sherwood South Animal Hospital in 2017 as a kennel attendant and customer service representative. Since, she has graduated from BRCC with an Associate's Degree in Veterinary Technology and passed her board exams to become a Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT).  She then spent 3 years working as an RVT in a busy 5-doctor general practice honing her technical skills in surgery, preventative medicine, and hospitalized patients. We are thrilled to welcome Jessie back to the family at South Baton Rouge Animal Hospital. She has a passion for client education, geriatric, and fearful patients. In her down time, she enjoys reading, doing yoga, and spending time with her husband, Cole, along with their two cats, Carrot and Winston, and 3 dogs, Chico, Hoss, & Paxton (who was recently adopted when we participated in the CAAWS Krewe of Mutts Parade). Jessie also loves spoiling her guinea pig, Maple.  

Mya Orantes is a full-time student graduating in May 2022 from LSU with hopes of attending Veterinary School. Since early childhood, Mya has dreamed of becoming a Veterinarian. Mya’s special interests include endocrinology, surgery and equine medicine. Mya started her career in Veterinary Medicine in 2021 as a part time Kennel Attendant at our sister hospital, Sherwood South Animal Hospital. Mya's work ethic and eagerness to learn led to her promotion to South Baton Rouge Animal Hospital where she is currently a veterinary assistant and customer service representative. In her free time, Mya plays piano, exercising (specifically Aerial Silks), cooking and baking, and taking day trips with friends.  

Hale Landry has been in the Veterinary Field for six years and has grown to love every aspect of Veterinary Hospitals. Although she is originally from Baton Rouge, she spent most of her childhood in Mandeville, Louisiana. Hale is an organization queen and is mostly responsible for ensuring our Animal Hospital stays organized. She has a passion for rescue work and often spends her free time searching for missing pets. Hale enjoys spending time with her boyfriend Ryan, and their three dogs: Roxie, Tavi and Nu.