DVSC - Our 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.

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.


	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. [back to top]
	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. [back to top]
	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. [back to top]
	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. [back to top]
	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. [back to top]
	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. [back to top]
	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. [back to top]
	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. [back to top]
	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. [back to top]