Robert M. Dudley, DVM, MS, DACVS-SA Veterinary Surgeon

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Robert M. Dudley, DVM, MS, Diplomate, ACVS-SA, is a board-certified Veterinary Surgical Specialist at MedVet Columbus where he has been part of the medical team since 2010. Dr. Dudley attended Kansas State University where he earned a Bachelor of Science degree in 1997, as well as a Doctor of Veterinary Medicine degree in 2001. Following his graduation from veterinary school, Dr. Dudley completed a yearlong internship in small animal medicine and surgery at the University of Minnesota, a yearlong surgery internship at Dallas Veterinary Surgical Center, and a three-year residency in small animal surgery at The Ohio State University College of Veterinary Medicine.

Since becoming a board-certified Diplomate of the American College of Veterinary Surgeons in 2007, Dr. Dudley has become a leader and well-known figure in the Columbus veterinary community. Dr. Dudley has been the co-investigator of several clinical trials studying advancements in veterinary surgical oncology. His work has been widely published in peer-reviewed journals, including the Journal of the American Animal Hospital Association, the Journal of the American Veterinarian Medical Association, Veterinary Radiology & Ultrasound and the Journal of Veterinary Internal Medicine.

Dr. Dudley is also an active advocate of continued education for veterinary professionals and has lectured on various small animal surgery and veterinary oncology topics including radical maxillofacial surgery in dogs and cats, medical and surgical management of brachycephalic syndrome, and laparoscopic surgery in small animals.

Dr. Dudley enjoys all aspects of small animal surgery with particular interest in soft tissue and oncologic surgery. His passion for surgical oncology and a desire to be a part of a collaborative cancer center team inspired him to join MedVet.

Education & Training

Bachelor of Science: Kansas State University, Manhattan, Kansas
Doctor of Veterinary Medicine: Kansas State University, Manhattan, Kansas
Master of Science: Veterinary Clinical Sciences, The Ohio State University, Columbus, Ohio
Rotating Internship: University of Minnesota, St. Paul, Minnesota
Surgical Internship: Dallas Veterinary Surgical Center, Dallas, Texas
Residency: The Ohio State University College of Veterinary Medicine, Columbus, Ohio

Specializations

Board Certification: Diplomate of the American College of Veterinary Surgeons - Small Animal

Professional Affiliations

American College of Veterinary Surgeons
Resident Credentialing Committee (2008-Present)
Veterinary Society of Surgical Oncology
American Veterinary Medical Association
Ohio Veterinary Medical Association
Columbus Academy of Veterinary Medicine

What is a Veterinary Specialist?

A veterinary specialist is a Doctor of Veterinary Medicine who has completed extensive post-graduate education and clinical training in a focused area. After passing a certifying board examination in their chosen specialty field, they are called a diplomate of their specialty college and considered an expert in this area of veterinary medicine. There are over 20 veterinary specialties recognized by the American Veterinary Medical Association.

This expertise is complementary to the care provided by your family veterinarian. You may be referred to a MedVet hospital if your pet needs specific equipment and/or expertise that your veterinarian does not have. Collaboration between you, your veterinarian, and your veterinary specialist is critical to providing the best outcome for your pet.

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What others are saying

As the appointment progressed, it became clear I needed to connect with a surgeon. It was a seamless transition! Dr. Dudley gave me a complete picture of his health issue and my treatment options. Both my dog and I were treated with kindness and compassion. – Kim K.

Dr. Robert Dudley was knowledgeable and friendly. He explained everything in detail, but in terms that were easy to understand. This is the fourth pet I have brought to MedVet for advanced care. I continue to be impressed with expertise and compassion shown by doctors and staff. – Lisa S.

Everyone at MedVet Columbus was very kind to me including Dr. Dudley. It means so much to know that they get what is really beyond words- the deep love we have for our pets. My boston terrier came through with flying colors after her neck surgery for herniated discs.