Tripp Oliphant, DVM

Tripp Oliphant, DVM, is primarily an emergency veterinarian based in the Charlotte, North Carolina area, with a passion for high-quality emergency and critical care medicine, and team development. He is a graduate of the Virginia-Maryland College of Veterinary Medicine at Virginia Tech.

Oliphant has built a career working emergency and specialty hospitals.
Known for blending clinical excellence with authenticity and compassion, Oliphant is also deeply engaged in conversations surrounding the evolving veterinary profession. From burnout and leadership to hospital culture, accessibility of care, and the emotional realities faced by veterinary teams and pet owners alike. Beyond medicine, he has a strong interest in team development, mentorship, and the future of veterinary medicine, including plans to help build innovative veterinary hospitals that prioritize both patient care and sustainable workplace culture.

Outside of the hospital, Oliphant is deeply passionate about team development, retention of individuals within the veterinary profession, and fostering collaborative environments where veterinary teams can thrive both personally and professionally. He is an advocate for building sustainable workplace cultures that support growth, mentorship, communication, and high-quality patient care. His perspective brings together science, empathy, leadership, and real-world experience in a way that resonates with both veterinary professionals and pet owners alike.