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Thomas Blaszak

Dr. Thomas Blaszak is the sole owner of the longest-standing continuously AAHA accredited practice in the Commonwealth of Virginia since 1950, and one of the only doctors in the Valley who performs progressive and state-of-the-art orthopedic procedures such as TTA-2, as well as advanced diagnostic imaging.

He also performs echocardiograms and many other advanced procedures such as orthopedic surgeries, abdominal ultrasonography and advanced dentistry; he’s even collaborated with human dentists to provide root canals to dogs in his hospital.

He donates veterinary care to Saint Francis Service Dogs, and supports local organizations such as the Jefferson Center, Roanoke Children’s Theatre, Center in the Square and more.