ABVP Canine/Feline Orthopedic Fellowship Community

Fellows (1-3)

Biography

Daniel Cardosa, Jr. is a board-certified veterinarian specializing in small animal orthopedic surgery, stem cell therapy, and regenerative medicine, currently owning Big River Veterinary Service in West Greenwich, RI since 2006. He has a diverse background, including serving as a veterinarian in the U.S. Army in Iraq, where he contributed to agricultural and public health reconstruction efforts, and has held various veterinary roles since the 1990s, including chief of veterinary services at Hill Air Force Base. He holds a Ph.D. in Stem Cell Medicine and a Doctor of Veterinary Medicine from Tufts University. He is a Founding Fellow of ABVP Canine and Feline Orthopedics.

Daniel Cardosa

DVM, DABVP, MACVSc, FFABVP-CFO

Fellows (1-3)

Biography

I was born in South Korea and studied veterinary medicine there before completing my senior clinical year at Cornell University, where I met Dr. Steve Ettinger and interned at his practice. I pursued a surgical specialty internship at the University of Missouri-Columbia, handling complex cases, and published several studies, including a first-author paper in Veterinary Surgery. In 2007, I founded my veterinary practice, which I ran successfully for 12 years before selling in 2019. Now, as a self-employed Veterinary Mobile Surgeon, I serve over 50 practices in Orange and Los Angeles Counties, performing advanced orthopedic and soft tissue surgeries like TPLO and fracture repairs, helping clinics manage complex cases affordably.

In 2011, I became a Diplomate of the American Board of Veterinary Practitioners (ABVP) in canine and feline practice, recertifying in 2020. He is a Founding Fellow of ABVP Canine and Feline Orthopedics. I’ve been married to my pharmacist wife for over 20 years, and we have two adult children.

Edward Song

DVM, DABVP (CF), CVA, FFABVP-CFO

Fellows (1-3)

Biography

Dr. Michael Dutton previously owned 2 AAHA hospitals with a large exotic pet caseload (~6000 pets per year). He retired in 2024 from clinical practice.

He is a Diplomate of the American Board of Veterinary Practitioners in four specialties: Canine & Feline Practice, Avian Practice, Exotic Companion Mammal Practice, and Reptile & Amphibian Practice. He has lectured and written on exotic pet veterinary topics and pain management both locally and nationally.

He has a Master’s degree in Pain Management, is a certified Veterinary Pain Practitioner by IVAPM, and a certified Aquatic Veterinarian by WAVMA.

He is a Founding Fellow of ABVP Companion Animal Pain Management. He is a Founding Fellow of ABVP Canine and Feline Orthopedics.

Michael Dutton

DVM, MS, DABVP (CF, Av, ECM, RA). FFABVP-CAPM. FFABVP-CFO. CVPP. CertAqV

Fellows (4-6)

Biography

Dr. Jerrod Johnson earned his Bachelor of Science in Biology from the University of the Cumberlands in 2007, followed by graduation from Auburn University’s College of Veterinary Medicine in 2011. Dr Johnson is a diplomate of the American Board of Veterinary Practice and is a Certified Veterinary Pain Practitioner (CVPP). He is also certified in companion animal pain management an Elite Fear-Free certified professional, and an active consultant in rehab, sports medicine, and chronic pain for VIN. He is a Founding Fellow of ABVP Canine and Feline Orthopedics. As a frequent speaker at both regional and national veterinary conferences, he embraces the opportunity to contribute to the veterinary community by discussing topics spanning the spectrum of pain management. Dr. Johnson has a passion for mentorship, education, and the advancement of Veterinary Medicine.

Jerrod Johnson

DVM, DABVP(CF), CVPP, FFABVP-CFO

Fellows (4-6)

Biography

My practice has been limited to mobile surgery for since 2006. I have taught orthopedic and soft tissue surgery for many years to include TPLO, TTA, and fracture repair. I recently finished a master's degree in orthopedic traumatology and surgery. He is a Founding Fellow of ABVP Canine and Feline Orthopedics.

Jeff Mayo

DVM, DABVP (CF), MS, MANZCVS (Surgery), FFABVP-CFO

Fellows (4-6)

Biography

Dr. Deepan Kishore has spent over a decade practicing in a busy 24-hour emergency and specialty hospital in Oklahoma City and also gained valuable experience practicing in Pittsburgh. He has held key leadership positions, including Medical Director, Research Director, and Chair of the Internship Committee, demonstrating his commitment to advancing veterinary medicine. As a Diplomate of the American Board of Veterinary Practitioners (ABVP) and a Founding Fellow in Emergency Medicine, Dr. Kishore offers a multi-faceted approach to patient care, particularly in complex medical and surgical cases. His expertise spans emergency, soft tissue, and orthopedic surgery, incorporating advanced diagnostic and minimally invasive techniques such as computed tomography (CT), fluoroscopy, endoscopy, rhinoscopy, arthroscopy, cystoscopy, and laparoscopy. Over the years, he has performed more than 4,000 surgical procedures, including TPLO (ACL/cruciate repair), fracture repairs (bone plating, pinning, external fixators), hemilaminectomies, and soft tissue surgeries. Additionally, Dr. Kishore champions non-opioid pain management, utilizing platelet-rich plasma (PRP), rehabilitation, and stem cell therapy for chronic pain control.

Deepan Kishore

BVSc & AH, MS, Diplomate ABVP (CF), FFABVP-CFEP

Fellows (7-9)

Biography

Dr. Nik Weber has been a solo practitioner in Northern California for over two decades, with a clinical emphasis on orthopedic surgery in companion animals and exotic species. He is a 1995 graduate of the University of Minnesota College of Veterinary Medicine and has been -certified in Canine and Feline Practice since 2001 and Avian Practice since 2007. Dr. Weber has authored numerous articles in peer-reviewed journals and has lectured at regional, national, and international conferences. His lectures have focused primarily on avian topics including avian orthopedic surgery.

Nik Weber

DVM, DABVP (Av, CF), FFABVP-CFO

Fellows (7-9)

Biography

Dr. Nate Chaudoin has been in general practice for 23 years, with experience in orthopedics, complex medical and surgical cases, and oncology. His veterinary interests include surgery, ultrasound (Global FAST instructor), diagnostics, continuing education, and consulting with colleagues. He received his veterinary degree from the University of Tennessee College of Veterinary Medicine. He is also a Diplomate, American Board of Veterinary Practitioners, Board Certified in Canine and Feline Practice. His hobbies include the great outdoors, sports, and spending time with his wife and son. They have 2 wirehair Dachshunds and a Golden Retriever.

Nate Chaudoin

DVM, DABVP(CF)

Fellows (7-9)

Biography

Dr. William (Bill) McGee, DVM, DABVP (Canine and Feline Practice) Owner and Veterinarian, Bridgeport Animal Hospital Dr. Bill McGee has been immersed in veterinary medicine since his first volunteer position in 1983. A graduate of Texas A&M University and Tarleton State University, Dr. Bill is an owner and veterinarian at Bridgeport Animal Hospital PLLC, where he provides advanced orthopedic, neurologic, and rehabilitative care to small animal patients. He is board-certified through the American Board of Veterinary Practitioners and holds a certification in chiropractic care. He has completed the course work for CCRP certification and is anticipating full certification in the near future. As a provider of advanced techniques in small animal orthopedics, Dr. Bill has been an invited attendee at several international orthopedic congresses, including events in Colorado, Dubai, Turin, Rome, and New York City. He has a special interest in fracture repair, arthroscopy, angular deformity correction, and neurosurgery, and integrates progressive rehabilitation and alternative modalities into his practice. Beyond the clinic, Dr. Bill is an avid scuba diver, photographer, and reformed skydiver. He enjoys woodworking, knife making, and spending time on his ranch with his dogs, cattle and horses. He is a Founding Fellow of ABVP Canine and Feline Orthopedics.

Bill McGee

DVM, DABVP (CF), FFABVP-CFO