Surgeons

The surgeons at the DVSC have all received specialized training in the field of small animal surgery. After receiving their Doctor of Veterinary Medicine degrees, the surgeons received extensive training in the management of surgical diseases by completing internships and residencies in Small Animal Surgery at various university teaching hospitals located across the United States. The Small Animal Surgery Residency programs are three year programs, and are sponsored by the American College of Veterinary Surgeons (ACVS). The ACVS is the governing body responsible for the supervision and certification of surgeons. Surgeons

During their residencies, the surgeons at the DVSC became specialists in the disciplines of orthopedic, soft tissue, and neurosurgery. They also received extensive training in the disciplines of radiology, anesthesia, and pain management of dogs and cats.

   
Dr. Arnold Greg Arnold, DVM
  • Diplomate American College of Veterinary Surgeons
  • Doctor of Veterinary Medicine: Texas A&M University, 2001
  • Internship: Kansas State University, 2002
  • Small Animal Private Practice:  Coppell/Carrollton, 2002-2004
  • Surgery Fellowship:  University of Tennessee, 2004-2005
  • Residency in Small Animal Surgery:  North Carolina State University (2005-2008)
  • Dr. Arnold and his wife, Amy, live in Plano, TX with their dog Abby, and cat Ernie. They are active in their church and enjoy spending time together with friends and family. Dr. Arnold is a hockey fan, and enjoys cooking and acoustic guitar.
Dr. Barstad
  • Doctor of Veterinary Medicine: Iowa State University, 1978
  • Internship: Private Practice-Brown Veterinary Hospital, Colorado Springs, CO 1979-1982
  • Residency in Small Animal Surgery: Iowa State University, 1983-1986
  • Master of Veterinary Clinical Sciences, Surgery: Iowa State University, 1986
  • Dr. Barstad is married and has a son and daughter. He has a Golden Retriever Kealey and a cat Tiger. His activities include family, woodworking, fly- fishing, and mentoring.
Dr. Bertrand


  • Diplomate American College of Veterinary Surgeons
  • Doctor of Veterinary Medicine: Colorado State University, 1991
  • Internship in Small Animal Medicine and Surgery: Texas A&M University, 1991-1992
  • Residency in Small Animal Surgery: University of Florida, 1992-1995
  • Dr. Bertrand is married with two sons. He enjoys boating as well as coaching and playing Rugby. He has a Golden Retriever Alex and a cat named Zoe.
Dr. Franks


  • Diplomate American College of Veterinary Surgeons
  • Doctor of Veterinary Medicine: Virginia-Maryland Regional College of Veterinary Medicine, 1995
  • Internship in Small Animal Medicine and Surgery: Texas A&M University, 1996-1997
  • Residency in Small Animal Surgery: Texas A&M University, 1997-2000
  • Dr. Franks is married and has two children, Ashton, and Rienna, a Jack Russell Terrier, and two cats. She enjoys her childrens' activities, reading, travel, and beautiful beaches. Dr. Franks participates in Expanding Your Horizons workshops to introduce middle-school girls to careers in math and science.  She also walks yearly in the Komen for the Cure Breast Cancer 3 Day.
Dr. Lange

Douglas N. Lange, DVM

  • Diplomate American College of Veterinary Surgeons
  • Doctor of Veterinary Medicine: Texas A&M, 1989
  • Internship: Sacramento Animal Medical Group, 1989-1990
  • Residency in Small Animal Surgery: Iowa State University, 1991-1994
  • Assistant professor: Oklahoma State University, 1994-2000
  • Dr. Lange enjoys learning, gardening, woodworking, mountain-biking, and has a strong appreciation for the great outdoors and his friends and family.
Dr. Radasch


  • Diplomate American College of Veterinary Surgeons
  • Doctor of Veterinary Medicine: University of Illinois, 1984
  • Internship in Small Animal Surgery: Surgical Referral Service, Chicago, IL 1984-1985
  • Residency in Small Animal Surgery: Iowa State University, 1985-1988
  • Master of Veterinary Clinical Sciences, Surgery: Iowa State University, 1988
  • Dr Radasch is married and has two children, Madison and Jordan, as well as a crazy Wirehair Pointing Griffon named Sugar. He enjoys fly fishing, making bamboo fly rods, wilderness camping, and spending as much time as possible with his wife and children in Montana. 
Dr. Reaugh

H. Fulton Reaugh, DVM

  • Diplomate American College of Veterinary Surgeons
  • Doctor of Veterinary Medicine: Texas A&M University, 1999
  • Small Animal Private Practice, Arlington Texas, 1999-2001
  • Internship in Small Animal Surgery: Oklahoma State University 2001
  • Residency in Small Animal Surgery: Oklahoma State University, 2002-2005
  • Dr. Reaugh is married and has a daughter. His family also includes two Golden Retrievers and a cat. He enjoys quail hunting, ranching and spending time with family.
Dr. Wells


  • Doctor of Veterinary Medicine: Texas A &M University, 1991
  • Internship: Private Practice-VCA West Los Angeles Veterinary Medical Center, 1991-1992
  • Residency in Small Animal Surgery: University of Tennessee, 1992-1995
  • Clinical Instructor in Small Animal Surgery: North Carolina State University, 1995-1997
  • Dr. Wells is married with two beautiful daughters. Her pets include two cats, a Rottweiller, and a Paint Horse. She enjoys traveling to foreign countries, horseback riding and participating in her children's activities.

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Dr. Wilkens


  • Diplomate American College of Veterinary Surgeons
  • Doctor of Veterinary Medicine: Kansas State University, 1992
  • Internship in Small Animal Medicine and Surgery: Texas A&M University, 1992-1993
  • Residency in Small Animal Surgery: University of Tennessee, 1993-1996
  • Dr. Wilkens is married and has two sons. He is an active member of Grace Bible Fellowship church. In his free time, he enjoys exercising, reading, traveling, landscaping, and water gardens. He has a Labrador Retriever and a Golden Retriever at home. Dr. Wilkens is also an avid supporter of the Kansas State University Wildcats and the University of Tennessee Volunteers.

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