Mary Gochnauer, DVM
Dr. Mary Gochnauer is a 2006 graduate of THE Ohio State University where she focused on Equine and Large Animal Medicine. After graduating she returned to her hometown of Davidson, NC where she entered into practice with her father Dr. Bob Gochnauer, becoming a partner of Mobile Large Animal Veterinary Service. Mobile Large Animal had been in existence since 1976 with a proud legacy of high-quality medicine with a hometown feel.
After the passing of Dr. Bob, Mobile Large Animal joined with Tryon Equine Hospital, PLLC becoming Tryon Equine Mobile in 2018. Dr. Mary proudly carries on her fathers legacy in this exciting new partnership.
She enjoys sports medicine, lameness, preventative care, alternative medicine such as chiropractic and acupuncture, and surgery. She has two lovely warmblood mares named Grace and Daphne and a Fresian named Ben. She has three dogs; Wrinkle, Gus and Gretta. Her three chickens and three barn cats round out her farm family. She enjoys trail riding, gardening, hiking, visiting friends, baking and decorating cakes. Late summer & fall are her favorite times especially to get the opportunity to watch Buckeye Football.
Rachel Stellini, DVM
Dr. Rachel Stellini grew up as an avid equestrian, competing in the hunter/jumper discipline. She attended Clemson University and earned her bachelor’s degree in Animal Science while riding on the Clemson Equestrian Team. She received her doctorate in veterinary medicine from Oklahoma State University in 2013. Dr. Stellini started her career as a hospital intern with Tryon Equine Hospital where she focused on equine sports medicine and surgery. She took another year to focus on equine lameness and continued
with Tryon Equine Hospital as an ambulatory associate and working at the Tryon International Equestrian Center and at various FEI events. In 2018, Dr. Stellini took the opportunity to continue with Tryon Equine and join Dr. Mary Gochnauer with the start of Tryon Equine Mobile. Since then, she has enjoyed practicing sports medicine, alternative medicine, and preventative care for the equine community of Charlotte. She loves riding her mare Aravis and spending time with her dogs Hazel and Archie. You can’t miss her on the farm because she is always wearing something to represent the
Clemson Tigers.
Lauren Magley, DVM
Dr. Lauren Magley graduated from the University of Tennessee College of Veterinary Medicine in 2018. After graduation, she began practicing in Western Michigan for almost 5 years. Eventually deciding that the cold was too much, she relocated to Tryon Equine Mobile with her several animals and fiancée. She enjoys all aspects of general practice, but has a special interest in reproduction/neonatal care, sports medicine, and emergency services. Outside of work Dr. Lauren and her fiancée, Wil, enjoy hiking, camping, and travel/fine dining when possible, and also enjoys reading and spending time with her friends and pets. She has a golden retriever - Tavi (who may be with her on the occasional farm call) and a housecat – Beegee. Dr. Lauren also has three horses - Roady, Nori, and her ever-adorable colt, Raven. She hopes to get back into more serious riding with the move, and has a history in eventing and dressage.
Dr. Elle Nesbitt
Dr. Elle Nesbitt has been drawn to horses since childhood, growing up surrounded by them in Western Washington. She attended Utah State University where she obtained her bachelor’s degree in animal science while playing on the volleyball team. She then returned to Washington to receive her doctorate in veterinary medicine from Washington State University. Wanting a change of scenery from the west coast, Dr. Elle took a modified internship to associate position with Tryon Equine Mobile. She is excited to explore all aspects of general equine medicine while surrounded by a great team of mentors. Outside of the clinic, Dr. Elle enjoys riding her Saddlebred Tripp, playing pickle ball, exploring the Charlotte area, and traveling with friends!