Surgery
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William Hoefle, DVM, MS, DACVSSpecial interests – fracture repair, joint injuries, juvenile orthopedic diseases, training residents Board Certified, American College of Veterinary Surgeons Las Vegas Veterinary Referral Center, Founding Partner & Senior Staff Surgeon 2005 – present Professor of Veterinary Clinical Sciences, Iowa State University Consultant, veterinary practices throughout area Mobile Veterinary Orthopedic Surgical Practice, Las Vegas area, 1984 – present Iowa State University, MS, 1966 Iowa State University, DVM, 1966 Numerous publications, presentations, research projects, and honors Membership in several veterinary and university organizations Past-presidency of Veterinary Orthopedic Society and the Iowa Veterinary Medical Association Multiple presentations for such groups as the American Animal Hospital Association, American Veterinary Medical Association, North American Veterinary Conference, Western Veterinary Conference, Central States Veterinary Conference, Veterinary Orthopedic Society, and the ACVS Surgical Forum |
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Robert D. Barstad, DVM, MS, Practice Limited to SurgeryDr. 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. Las Vegas Veterinary Specialty Center, Founding Partner 2005 – present Texas Academy of Veterinary Practice Clinical Consultation Award, 1997 (Texan who has most helped peers with consultation and patient care) Dallas Veterinary Surgical Center, Owner and Staff Surgeon in all disciplines of surgery, orthopedics, soft tissue, neurosurgery, 1986 – present Surgical Residency and MS, Iowa State University, in Veterinary Clinical Sciences, 1983 Private Practice, Small Animals, Colorado and Wisconsin, 1979 – 1983 Iowa State University, College of Veterinary Medicine, DVM, Reiser Award for Proficiency in Small Animal Medicine and Surgery, 1978 |
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David R. Mason, B. Vet. Med, MRCVS, DACVS, DECVS, DACVSMRSpecial interests – arthroscopy, elbow dysplasia, thoracic surgery, porto-systemic shunts Board Certified, American College of Veterinary Surgeons 2006 European College of Veterinary Surgeons 2007 American College of Veterinary Sports Medicine and Rehabilitation 2014 Staff Surgeon, Las Vegas Veterinary Referral Center, 2005 – present Associate Veterinarian, Mobile Surgical Practice, Las Vegas Veterinary Referral Center, 2005 Small Animal Orthopedic Surgery Clinician, 2005 – present Small Animal Surgical Residency, Iowa State University, 2004 Research Associate, JD Wheat Veterinary Orthopedic Research Laboratory, University of California Davis, 2003 The Royal Veterinary College, University of London, BVM (Honours), 1999 David Mason, B Vet Med (Honours), MRCVS, is a Board Certified Small Animal Veterinary Surgeon specializing in Orthopedic, Neurologic, Oncologic and General Soft Tissue Surgical Procedures. A native of Northern England who grew up on a dairy farm and has been involved with animals his entire life, Dr. Mason earned his veterinary degree with honours from the Royal Veterinary College, University of London in 1999. After graduation he moved across the Atlantic Ocean in order to pursue a Small Animal Medicine and Surgery Internship at Kansas State Veterinary Medical Teaching Hospital. |
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Suzanne L. Hunter, DVM, DACVSSpecial Interests: oncologic surgery, wound management, thoracic surgery, urogenital surgery, gastrointestinal surgery, portosystemic shunts. Board Certified, American College of Veterinary Surgeons, 2004 Staff Surgeon, Las Vegas Veterinary Specialty Center, January 2016-present Staff Surgeon, Gulf Coast Veterinary Specialists, Houston TX, September 2004-December 2015 Staff Surgeon, Oradell Animal Hospital, Paramus, NJ, August 2003-August 2004 Small Animal Surgical Residency, The Ohio State University, 2000-2003 Small Animal Rotating Internship, Oradell Animal Hospital, Oradell, NJ, 1999-2000 Cornell University College of Veterinary Medicine, DVM, 1995-1999 Cornell University, BS (Biology), 1991-1995 Dr. Hunter has presented at local and national continuing education meetings on various soft tissue topics. She has also written and collaborated on several publications in peer-reviewed journals. She enjoys spending time with her husband and two sons when not working. Their Golden and Labrador Retrievers, one cat, and two horses keep everyone very busy. |
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Katja Lin DVM, DACVSSpecial interests: Canine sports medicine and rehabilitation, arthroscopy, regenerative medicine, thoracic surgery, trauma and fracture repair Board Certified, American College of Veterinary Surgeons Staff Surgeon, Las Vegas Veterinary Specialty Center, August 2015 to present Staff Surgeon, Valley Oak Veterinary Center, Chico, CA Aug 2012 to 2015 Small Animal Surgical Residency and Orthopedic Fellowship, University of Minnesota, Saint Paul, MN 2008-2012 Associate Veterinarian, Minnetonka Animal Hospital, Minnetonka, MN 2007-2008 Small Animal Rotation Internship, , University of Minnesota, Saint Paul, MN 2006-2007 University of Minnesota, DVM, 2006 Dr Lin has given several presentations at local and national conferences on topics such as non- surgical management of canine cruciate disease and cartilage imaging for the canine elbow. She has published her findings in peer reviewed veterinary journals and abstracts. She is currently serving on the board of the Veterinary Orthopedic Society as their communications officer. When she is not at work, she spends her time with her two dogs, Nema and Tia Rosa and her cat Stanley. She is an avid long distance runner, rock climber and skier. |
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Joshua Rexing, DVM, Practice Limited to SurgerySpecial interests – fracture repair, gastrointestinal surgery, degenerative disc disease Las Vegas Veterinary Referral Center, 2011 – Present Northeast Indiana Veterinary Emergency and Specialty Hospital, 2008-2011 Small Animal Surgical Residency, Iowa State University, 2005-2008 Small Animal Rotating Internship, University of Illinois, 2004-2005 Small Animal Emergency Clinician and Surgery Intern, Northeast Indiana Veterinary Emergency and Specialty Hospital, 2003-2004 Small Animal Private Practice, Petsburgh Animal Hospital, Lafayette, IN, 2001-2003 Purdue University School of Veterinary Medicine, DVM, 1997-2001 Purdue University, BS in Animal Sciences, 1992-1997< Dr. Rexing has written and collaborated on several publications, and spoken at many local, state, and national meetings. |
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Daniel Frem, MEM, DVM, DACVS-SAPractice limited to surgery Dr. Frem performed his undergraduate studies at Dartmouth College in NH and ultimately received a Master of Engineering Management Degree from the Thayer School of Engineering at Dartmouth. Dr. Frem worked as a business analyst for a major auto manufacturer and managed a public golf course and function facility prior to pursuing veterinary medicine. Dr. Frem received his Doctor of Veterinary Medicine from the Cummings School of Veterinary Medicine at Tufts University in 2011. Following graduation, Dr. Frem completed an internship in small animal medicine and surgery at the Veterinary Medical and Surgical Group in Ventura, CA followed by an intensive surgical internship at Gulf Coast Veterinary Specialists in Houston, TX. Dr. Frem then completed a demanding three-year surgery residency at the Angell Animal Medical Center in Boston, MA in 2016. Dr. Frem’s practice includes orthopedic, neurologic, and soft tissue procedures with a particular interest in reconstructive surgery and minimally invasive procedures. Originally from Massachusetts, Dr. Frem is adjusting to the change in climate and excited to explore the southwest. When not at work, Dr. Frem enjoys rock climbing, golfing, and hiking with his energetic rescue puppy Oliver. |
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Dana Gale, DVM, Surgical ResidentA native of Maryland, Dr. Dana Gale graduated Ohio State vet school. She did an internship at Friendship Hospital in DC and a surgical internship at Gulf Coast Vet Specialist in Texas. |
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Deana Sin, VMD, Surgical InternDr. Deana Sin grew up in Honolulu Hawaii and moved to Philadelphia for college. She studied Bioengineering in undergrad and stayed in Philly for vet school. After vet school Deana moved to Los Angeles for a rotating internship at VCA West Los Angeles Animal Hospital where her interest in small animal surgery was solidified. Outside of veterinary medicine, she enjoys eating good food, and staying active with outdoor activities like rock climbing, hiking, paddleboarding, and trying new things! She two cats, Chance and Shammy that have suffered through undergrad, vet school, and her internship with her. |
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William T. Clough, DVM, Surgical InternOriginally from Salem, Massachusetts, Dr. Clough moved down south to attend Wake Forest University and graduated with a BS in Biology in 2008. He then moved back to the Boston area and worked as a veterinary technician for a couple years before attending veterinary school at the Royal Veterinary College in London, England. After veterinary school Dr. Clough moved to Brooklyn, NY to complete a one year rotating internship at the Veterinary Emergency and Referral Group. His veterinary interests include orthopedic, emergency, and neurologic surgery. Outside of work he enjoys playing basketball, golf and cycling. When not exercising with a grueling 18 holes of golf he enjoys attending local concerts and cooking! Currently Dr. Clough does not have any pets but he always on the lookout for a new companion. |
About Our Practice
Our board certified surgeons use advanced tools and methods to perform surgical procedures not available in most veterinary clinics. Our excellent pain management therapies offer relief to both pets and their owners, before and after surgery.
Our surgical specialists provide consultations for many different types of advanced surgical cases, such as soft tissue, orthopedic, and neurologic problems. We are dedicated to providing thorough communication to both the owner and primary veterinarian at all times, and providing our patients with the most advanced and compassionate care possible. Our staff reviews procedures, possible complications, prognosis, and home and follow-up care at the time of consultation, before and after surgery, and at discharge.
In addition, the surgical practice has immediate access to the other specialty practices at Las Vegas Veterinary Specialty Center to make sure our patients get the most thorough care available.
About Our Services
Our patients receive thorough surgical monitoring by Licensed Veterinary Technicians, and have a dedicated, quiet recovery ward where they are monitored 24 hours a day by both doctors and technicians. This allows for excellent post-procedure pain management, medical treatment, and observation.
Our facility provides access to advanced diagnostic imaging, including CT, MRI, digital radiography, and ultrasound, as well as advanced treatment options such as critical care and physical rehabilitation.
Some of our surgical procedures include:
- Arthroscopy
- Cardiovascular Surgery
- Fracture Repair
- Gastrointestinal Surgery
- Growth Deformities
- Joint Surgery
- Neurosurgery
- Oncologic Surgery
- Reconstructive Surgery
- Tibial Plateau Leveling Osteotomy (TPLO)
- Thoracic Surgery
- Triple Pelvic Osteotomy (TPO)
- Total Hip Replacement
- Urogenital Surgery
Appointments
Appointments are by referral basis Monday through Sunday. Surgical emergencies can be seen through the surgery department during those times, or through Veterinary Emergency and Critical Care at any time.
Please call us with any questions at 702-871-1152