Nate Lea, DVM Associate  

Dr. Lea grew up in Okeechobee, FL, raising cattle and team roping. While studying veterinary medicine at the University of Florida Dr. Lea worked on a feed yard until he graduated from the University of Florida wit his Doctorate of Veterinary Medicine in 2017. Dr. Lea then completed a one year internship at Outlaw Equine in Texas, primarily focusing on lameness as well as internal medicine, rehabilitation, reproduction, surgery, and much more. He is now managing OE Florida full time. He primarily works out of Okeechobee, but also travels to other parts of Florida and shows in surrounding states. You can call Dr. Nate Lea at 772-370-0366 for any and all OE Florida needs. 

Jaclyn Lott-Myers, DVM Associate

Dr. Lott-Myers grew up in Sulphur, LA, on her dad Butch Lott's cutting horse facility. While studying at Stephen F. Austin University, she was an active member of the rodeo team, competing in breakaway roping. She graduated from Louisiana State University with her Doctorate of Veterinary Medicine in 2017. Dr. Lott-Myers completed a one year internship at Outlaw Equine in Texas, primarily focusing on lameness as well as internal medicine, rehabilitation, reproduction, surgery, and much more. She is now managing OE Louisiana full time. She primarily works out of Scott and Sulphur currently, but also travels and goes on tours throughout other parts of Louisiana and surrounding states. You can call Dr. Jaci Lott-Myers at 337-802-6847 for any and all OE Louisiana needs. 

Henrique " Ricky" Merlini, DVM Associate

Dr. Merlini grew up in Paraná state, Brazil around horses and cattle at his grandparent’s farms. During vet school, he completed several externships in different areas of equine medicine. Dr. Merlini was also the President of Equine Group of studies - Paraná state (GEEQPR 2012-2015). Dr. Merlini graduated from Northern University of Parana State in 2016 with his Doctorate of Veterinary Medicine. He then spent over a year at Outlaw Equine in Texas primarily focusing on lameness as well as internal medicine, rehabilitation, reproduction, surgery, and much more. Dr. Merlini is now back home managing OE Brazil full time. 

Nick Stuckman, CEQD

Nick Stuckman, CEqD, from Bucyrus, Ohio joined the OE team in August 2015. He graduated from Stautzenberger College, Toledo, Ohio, in 2006 and is a registered veterinary technician. Nick has been a Certified Equine Dentist since November 2003 and is also an instructor at the Academy of Equine Dentistry in Idaho.  Nick has been a guest lecturer on equine dentistry at Ross University School of Veterinary Medicine as well as Tiffin University.

Sarah Novotny, icu manager

Sarah was raised in Streetsboro, Ohio. After high school graduation, she enrolled in the Marine Corps where she deployed 3 times. After completing her last deployment she began volunteering her time with a Veterans program. This new venture led to managing a boarding facility, which sparked her love for Veterinary medicine. In 2014 she enrolled at Brown Mackie College in Akron, OH, where she received her Associates degree in Veterinary Technology. Post graduation she focused on specializing in Internal Medicine, Surgery and Emergency and Critical Care. Sarah joined the OE team in July of 2020, where she dedicates her time working closely with the doctors to create their medical plans to ensure every patient has the utmost and best patient care OE can provide.

Alfonso Rullan, BArn and Grounds Director

Bianca Casa, dvm associate

Dr. Casa grew up in Sao Paulo, Brazil where she then graduated from Universidade of Espirito Santo do Pinhal in 2013 with her Bachelor of Veterinary Medicine with a primary focus in equine reproduction and intensive care cases. That same year, Dr. Casa went to Hempstead Texas to spend a two-year internship with Currie Equine Clinic. This time allowed her to work with a multitude of disciplines within equine medicine. Dr. Casa’s passion for reproduction, knowledge, and experience lead her to Southwest Stallion Station in 2016 where she worked alongside leaders in the industry. Dr. Casa recently completed her educational equivalency certification through the American Veterinary Medical Association and is now licensed to practice in the state of Texas. In the Fall of 2022, Dr. Casa joined the Outlaw Equine Team of Associates where her primary focus will be growing the equine reproduction center as well as working with our Intensive Care patients.

Reilly Splawn, Rehab Manager

Reilly graduated from West Texas A&M in 2016 with a Bachelor's degree in Equine Business Management. While at West Texas A&M, she rode for the Equestrian Team. Reilly started managing the rehab department at the beginning of January 2018. Since then she has dedicated her time to ensure each horse reaches their maximum level of fitness as well as her expertise when it comes to rehabilitation for a sustained injury.

Baylee Hill, Breeding Manager

Baylee “B” Hill, Reproduction Breeding Manager with Outlaw Equine. Growing up in the western world fueled her curiosity and passion to learn all she could in the industry. This passion led her to Tarleton State University, where she earned her degree in Agricultural Economics in 2019, and intends to further her education even more. In 2021 she joined the OE team as part of our front office staff and was quickly promoted to the reproduction department. Here is where she began to thrive; vastly expand her knowledge base, build lasting relationships, and successfully manage a fast paced department that continues to grow.

Christian Olivieri, Foreman