University Parkway Animal Hospital Staff

Dr. Ben Lifsey, Jr.

Dr. Lifsey is a native of Jackson, TN.  He received his Bachelor of Science degree in Agriculture, and a Master of Science degree in Life Sciences with special interest in environmental toxicology, and his Doctorate of Veterinary Medicine from the University of Tennessee.  Dr. Lifsey's wife, Daron, is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and mom for their two children, Hannah and Jacob.  Collectively, they have six dogs, Pickwick, Sister, Lucy, Scooter, Tucker and Slough, three cats, Dixie, Dottie and Angel and a turtle named Bitz.

Dr. Lifsey is a member of the American Veterinary Association and the Tennessee Veterinary Medical Association. Along with a number of his colleagues, he was instrumental in the establishment of the Jackson Pet Emergency Clinic, an afterhours emergency facility located in Jackson. In addition, he serves as the Chair of the Facility committee and developed the Quality Care Assurnace committee for the clinic.

Dr. Lifsey is a second generation veterinarian.  His father, Dr. Ben Lifsey, Sr., retired in 1999 after providing the Jackson community with veterinary care at Lifsey Animal Clinic for 42 years.

Persons interested in employment at the hospital may inquire by calling (731) 661-0711 or sending a resume to University Parkway Animal Hospital, 84 University Parkway, Jackson, TN  38305.