Dr. Andrew Sams, DVM, MS, DACVS
Orthopaedics and Arthroscopic SurgeryBoard Certified Veterinary Surgeon
A leader in the field of small animal arthroscopy, Dr. Sams is recognized for his achievements in arthroscopic, and general orthopaedic surgery and has lectured on both nationally and internationally. He has a special interest in cruciate ligament disease and repair, which includes surgeries such as the TPLO (Tibial Plateau Leveleing Osteotomy). He has practiced small animal arthroscopy since 1994, first as chief of orthopaedic and neurology services at the Animal Medical Center in New York where he launched a canine arthroscopy program. In 1999, Dr. Sams opened The Sams Clinic with the goal of providing state-of-the art veterinary medicine , with an emphasis on minimally invasive diagnosis and treatment, in a comfortable environment where people feel confident their pets are receiving the best possible care.
A 1989 graduate of UC Davis Veterinary School, Dr. Sams' academic achievements include specialty certification by the American College of Veterinary Surgeons in 1994, an internship at Texas A&M University and a residency in orthopaedic surgery at Cornell University where he earned a master's degree studying biological methods of resurfacing damaged joints. A native San Franciscan, Dr. Sams and his family, which includes a yellow Labrador retriever, live in Marin County, California.
"All through veterinary school, my master's and post-grad training, my internship and residency, I found orthopaedics rewarding. I've always enjoyed the technology, the physics, the science, and I still do, but in the end, the best reward is to see my patients go back to doing the things they like to do and their people like to do with them."Dr. Andrew Sams
Dr. Lisa Klopp, DVM, MS, DACVIM
Board Certified NeurosurgeonNeurology and Neurosurgery
Dr. Klopp has published articles on both veterinary and human neurological problems and has advanced the technology and treatment outcomes for brain tumors in dogs and cats. She's an advocate for the use of minimally invasive endoscope-assisted neurosurgical procedures and a proponent of both interventional pain management and physical therapy for the neurological patient.
After graduating from Colorado State University Veterinary School in 1992, Dr. Klopp completed a yearlong internship working with small animals at North Carolina State University followed by another year of training in anatomic pathology at the University of Arizona. In 1997, she completed her residency in neurology and neurosurgery at Auburn University, earning a master's degree studying surgical approaches to the brain stem in dogs. After teaching at both the University of Illinois at Champaign-Urbana and Colorado State University, Dr. Klopp joined The Sams Clinic in 2009.
"My interest in neurology began in high school when a childhood friend was injured in a diving accident. But it wasn't until college that I knew I wanted to care for animals, marrying my two interests by enrolling in veterinary school. Working in university clinics was extremely rewarding, and I'm even happier at The Sams Clinic where I'm able to give my undivided attention to caring for our patients."
Dr. Lisa Klopp
Dr. Alexander Hawley, DVM, MS, DACVA
Board Certified Anesthesiologist, Certified AcupuncturistAnesthesia and Pain Management
Dr. Hawley joined The Sams Clinic in 2009. As the on-staff anesthesiologist, he vigilantly monitors patients before, during and after surgery to ensure their well-being and comfort. He wants pets to be free of anxiety and pain yet alert after surgery, a goal that he accomplishes by using a progressive, multimodal approach, combining lower doses of a variety of medicines. As the director of our pain management clinic, Dr. Hawley supplements more conventional protocols with both state-of-the-art allopathic therapies and acupuncture.
After obtaining his doctorate in veterinary medicine from Colorado State University in 2005, Dr. Hawley went on to do a yearlong internship in small animal medicine and surgery at Kansas State University followed by a three-year residency in anesthesiology at Tufts University. He also holds a master's degree in anatomy. Dr. Hawley's cutting-edge research focuses on the impact of the genetic makeup of dogs, cat and horses on their individual responses to pain and drug therapy. He's also interested in new pharmacological treatments for osteoarthritis and other chronic painful conditions.
"The collaborative setting of The Sams Clinic gives me the unique chance to follow a patient from diagnosis through treatment to rehabilitation. I act as an ally for pets, making them as comfortable as possible, before, during and after surgery."
Dr. Alexander Hawley
Dr. Paul A. Manley, DVM MSc, Diplomate ACVS
Board Certified Veterinary Surgeon
Dr.Manley is a professor of Small Animal Surgery. He holds a joint appointment as professor of Orthopedic Surgery in the Medical School (UW). In addition, Dr. Manley is the Chief of Service for the Small Animal Hospital. He received his DVM from the University of Guelph in 1974 then joined a private practice for one year.
In 1976, he completed an internship at the University Guelph, and in 1978, he earned a M.Sc. degree. Dr. Manley completed a surgery residency at the University of California-Davis in 1981 and went on to to become a postdoctoral fellow at Colorado State University from 1981-1982.
From 1982-1984, Dr. Manley was employeed in a private referral practice in Massachusetts and was appointed as Clinical Assistant Proffessor at Tufts University School of Veterinary Medicine.
Dr. Manley lectures on orthopedics to students and other veterinary surgeons. His research interests include connective tissue remodeling in total hip arthroplasty, osteoarthritis and cruciate disease. Clinical interests include total hip replacement and arthroscopy.
