Dr. Leslie Thomas, DVM

Dr. Leslie Thomas, DVM Dr. Thomas is a veterinary surgeon at Blue Pearl Town N’ Country, formally Veterinary Surgical Specialists in Tampa, FL.

Dr. Thomas received her Bachelor of Science Degree from Stetson University in 2000, graduating Magna Cum Laude. She received her DVM degree from the University of Florida, College of Veterinary Medicine in Gainesville in 2005. Dr. Thomas pursued post-graduate training and study in Emergency Medicine and Critical Care with an internship at the prestigious Angell Memorial Animal Hospital in Boston,

MA in 2006. Following her year in Boston, she completed a surgical internship with Veterinary Surgical Services in 2007. Dr. Thomas completed her small animal surgery residency at Chesapeake Veterinary Surgical Specialists in Annapolis and Towson, MD in 2011. There she was mentored by nine ACVS (American College of Veterinary Surgeons) Diplomate Surgeons and acquired invaluable and varied perspectives on surgical techniques and outcomes. Dr. Thomas performed experimental research on an absorbable, surgically implantable antibiotic delivery system to treat resistant local infections. She has publications in the Veterinary Surgery journal and The Journal of the American Veterinary Medical Association. Dr. Thomas has also helped to teach other veterinarians surgical techniques at the CVC convention in Baltimore, MD and has given a presentation at the Veterinary Orthopedic Society conference. Dr. Thomas received her ACVS Board certification in 2012. She is proficient with a wide variety of soft tissue, neurologic, and orthopedic procedures. She has a special interest in oncologic (cancer) and reconstructive surgery, Tibial Plateau Leveling Osteotomies (TPLOs), intervertebral disc disease, and abdominal surgery.

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Hope everyone has a fun and safe Halloween with your pets.
10/21/2018

Hope everyone has a fun and safe Halloween with your pets.

To help ensure your pets' health and safety on what can be a very spooky day for them, the AVMA has put together a list of seven things you can do to make Halloween safer for your pet. In addition, we have printable handouts on Halloween pet safety that AVMA members can share with their clients. Vie...

Patellar luxation is one of the most common orthopedic conditions in dogs, diagnosed in 7% of puppies.
01/10/2018

Patellar luxation is one of the most common orthopedic conditions in dogs, diagnosed in 7% of puppies.

Patellar luxation is one of the most common orthopedic conditions in dogs, diagnosed in 7% of puppies. Learn more from Dr. Leslie Thomas, a Tampa Veterinary Surgeon.

Diarrhea is a common problem in dogs, often because they will put almost anything in their mouth.
12/07/2017

Diarrhea is a common problem in dogs, often because they will put almost anything in their mouth.

Diarrhea is a common problem in dogs, often because they will put almost anything in their mouth. Learn more from Dr. Leslie Thomas, a Tampa Veterinary Surgeon.

Strokes in dogs are less common than they are in people, but when one strikes the condition is equally as serious as a h...
10/26/2017

Strokes in dogs are less common than they are in people, but when one strikes the condition is equally as serious as a human stroke. There are three major forms of canine strokes, and it is important for pet owners to be aware of their causes and warning signs so they will know what to do if their dog has a stroke.

Strokes in dogs are less common than they are in people, but when one strikes the condition is equally as serious as a human stroke.

Twisted stomach in dogs is a serious health condition that can threaten the life of your pet.
09/19/2017

Twisted stomach in dogs is a serious health condition that can threaten the life of your pet.

Twisted stomach in dogs is a serious health condition that can threaten the life of your pet. Learn more from Dr. Leslie Thomas, a Tampa Veterinary Surgeon.

08/01/2017

Take a look at some common urinary problems in dogs.

There are many problems that can affect a dog's lower urinary system. Incontinence, bladder stones or crystals in the urine, bacterial infections, cancer, trauma or even obstruction of the urethra.

07/11/2017

While these conditions are some of the most common causes of back problems in dogs, other disorders can be to blame as well such as spinal fractures or dislocations, tumors, infections, blocked blood vessels, and more.

7 Common GI Problems in Cats
06/15/2017

7 Common GI Problems in Cats

Whether it’s the hairball you stepped on this morning or the diarrhea you had to clean up this afternoon, gastrointestinal (GI) problems have a way of getting a cat owner’s attention.

6 Signs of Hip Dysplasia in Dogs
05/30/2017

6 Signs of Hip Dysplasia in Dogs

Hip dysplasia is one of the most common skeletal disorders seen in dogs. Learn more about hip dysplasia from Dr. Leslie Thomas, a Tampa Veterinary Surgeon.

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