Our Team

Meet our dedicated team committed to advancing family pet health equity. By combining expertise, compassion, and collaboration, we strive to ensure every pet family receives the care and support they deserve, regardless of circumstances.

Michael J Blackwell, DVM, MPH,
Assistant Surgeon General, USPHS (Ret.)

Founder & Director

Candice Hinkle, MBA

Assistant Director

Linda Daugherty

Linda Daugherty, MPA

Associate Director of Research

T’ Fisher

Director of Operations

Kayla Anderson, MSSW

Veterinary Social Worker

Katy Carpenter

Administrative Assistant

Andy Bostick, ScD, MA, MPP,CPH

AlignCare Knoxville
Director of Community Engagement

Courtney Goodballet

AlignCare Northern Nevada
Director of Community Engagement