Prior to moving to Las Vegas with my wife in 1983, I spent my early years in Cleveland, Ohio before moving to Hugoton, Kansas where I attended high school. I then attended Kansas State University where I received a B.S. in pre-medicine before attending and graduating from the KSU College of Veterinary Medicine. Upon receiving my DVM degree in 1982 I pursued an internship in small animal medicine and surgery at Iowa State University. I enjoy working with dogs and cats, and especially tackling complex medical and surgical cases. While away from work I enjoy golf, camping, fishing, gardening, classic cars, sailing and spending time with my family. We currently have two rescue dogs: Oaklie, a true Heinz 57, and our most recent addition is Hook, from Las Vegas Labrador Rescue who of course loves to fetch and swim.