OUR TEAM

Dr. Derrick Nelson

While attending Azle High School, I worked as a kennel worker at Eagle Mountain Veterinary Clinic. I earned a bachelors degree in Animal Science in 1998 and a doctorate degree in Veterinary Medicine in 2002; both from Texas A&M University - WHOOP! During my fourth year of veterinary school, I completed an externship in Kentucky working multi-million dollar thoroughbreds, including Kentucky Derby winners. Since graduating from veterinary school, I have worked in various veterinary clinics in the DFW area. In April 2011, I bought Town and Country Veterinary Clinic from my friend and colleague, Dr. J. Mac Todd.

Between my parent’s cattle, my in-laws herd of Cocker Spaniels, my brother's Golden Retriever, my sister's Golden Retriever, and my 3 dogs, I stay pretty busy treating family pets. I have broken the news to them that I also need to treat client's pets as well. They were shocked that I did not purchase this clinic just to treat their animals.

I enjoy all aspects of veterinary medicine, but my areas of special interest are surgery (especially using our state-of-the-art surgical laser), dermatology, and dentistry.

My wife, Tiffany (pictured), is an Aggie, a kindergarten teacher and we are expecting our first child in March.

I would like the privilege of serving your pet and your family.

Dr. Mac Todd

Mac grew up in the small south Texas farming/ranching town of San Perlita. His interest in animals was sparked early in life when he became involved with the local chapters of the FFA and 4H. He continued his involvement with these organizations throughout high school, eventually leading the local chapter of the FFA as president. After graduating valedictorian of his high school, he attended Pan American College before transferring to Texas A&M. At A&M, he completed his Bachelor of Science in 1972, before completing his Doctoral Degree in Veterinary Medicine in 1973. After graduation Mac worked for several doctors around the state of Texas before settling down in the Fort Worth Area. He purchased Town and Country Vet Clinic in 1979. Since then, he has worked with numerous other veterinarians in various partnerships and with the North Texas Humane Society and the Arlington Humane Society in which he is currently serving as president. Mac has been married to his high school sweetheart, Alice, for over 40 years and has 3 children, 4 grandchildren, 5 dogs, 4 horses, and 1 very spoiled cat. Mac enjoys spend his time away from the clinic at his horse ranch in Alvarado. Besides, horse back riding there, he also enjoys cooking and socializing with his family and friends.

Dr. Mike Buschel

Mike graduated from University of North Texas in Denton. He attended Texas A&M college of Veterinary Medicine and graduated in 1993. While in vet school he concentrated on Small Animal Medicine with a strong interest in Internal Medicine. After graduation, he returned to the DFW area and began working for Town and Country, along with Dr. Todd’s other clinics, in particular our sister clinic in Arlington, Arkansas Browning Animal Clinic. Mike has worked in small animal medicine for over 15 years, almost exclusively for Dr. Todd’s organization. He continues to further his education by attending classes and seminars offered by the TVMA, TCVMA, DCVMA, and online classes. Mike has called Irving his home for the last 30 years and loves the local area. When not at work, he enjoys watching the local sport teams, traveling, and staying busy with his dogs, Maggie Mae and Lilly.