• Diplomate: ACVIM (Oncology), 1997
• Residency: The Ohio State University, 1997 (Oncology/Hematology)
• Internship: Colorado State University, 1993
• DVM: Mississippi State University, 1992
• BS in Biology: Mississippi State University, 1988
• Areas of Special Interest: Lymphoma, Mast Cell Tumors, Hemangiosarcoma, and Osteosarcoma

Originally from Jackson, Mississippi, Dr. Gamblin has been an oncologist with the Akron Veterinary Internal Medicine/Oncology Practice since 1997. He enjoys the multi-modality cancer treatment approach of surgery, medical and radiation oncology. In his time away from the hospital, Dr. Gamblin spends time with his family and furry friends, Pepper (domestic short hair) Roux and Caje, (both chocolate Labradors). He is also an avid outdoorsman and volunteers for several wildlife conservation groups, such as Ducks Unlimited and Delta Waterfowl.

• Diplomate: ACVIM (Board Certified I.M. Specialist), 2012
• Residency: California Animal Hospital, 2008
• Internship: Oklahoma State University, 2005
• DVM: Texas A & M University, 2004
• BS in Biomedical Science: Texas A & M University, 1999
• Areas of Special Interest: Gastrointestinal (including liver and pancreas), Endocrine, Pulmonary, Renal and Immune Mediated Diseases

Dr. Chambers grew up in Oklahoma and Texas. He chose internal medicine for both the challenge of diagnosing and treating complicated diseases and to help preserve the special relationship between patients and their families.  Dr. Chambers spends time with his family and pets Emma (Labrador), Josie (Pitbull mix), and Cora (Domestic Short Hair).  Dr. Chambers also enjoys hiking, walking, reading, watching movies, and playing board games.

• Diplomate: ACVIM (Board Certified I.M. Specialist), 2018
• Residency: Cornell University, 2017
• Internship: University of Georgia, 2014
• DVM: Kansas State University, 2013
• BS: Tulane University, 2008
• Areas of interest: Endocrinology, renal disease, immune mediated disease

Dr. Stanton grew up in Bainbridge, OH and joined the Akron Veterinary Internal Medicine Practice in August of 2017. She chose internal medicine to focus on helping animals affected by the most difficult diseases achieve the best quality of life possible. In her spare time, Dr. Stanton enjoys hiking and spending time with her family, her cat Taggart, and her pitbull mixes Rosie and Bella.

• Diplomate: ACVIM (Board Certified I.M. Specialist), 2019
• Residency: Metropolitan Veterinary Hospital, 2017
• Internship: Metropolitan Veterinary Hospital, 2014
• DVM: The Ohio State University, 2013
• BS: Miami University, 2009
• Areas of Special Interest: Endocrine Disease, Immune Mediated Disease and Renal Disease

Born in Toronto, Ontario, Dr. Dollo came to Metropolitan Veterinary Hospital in 2013 to complete a one-year rotating small animal internship. She then completed an internal medicine residency with the Akron Veterinary Internal Medicine Practice (AVIMP). Dr. Dollo is dedicated to giving her patients the best possible quality of life and loves the challenges internal medicine provides. In her spare time, she enjoys scrap booking, traveling, and spending time with her family and two dogs, Jack (Husky) and Petey (Labrador).

• Board Eligible: ACVIM-SAIM
• Residency: MedVet Associates, 2006
• Internship: MedVet Associates, 2003
• DVM: The Ohio State University, 2002
• BS in Horticulture: The Ohio State University, 1998
• Areas of Special Interest: GI Disease, Liver Disease, Renal Disease, and Hematology

Born in Cleveland, Ohio, Dr. Perdion came to Metropolitan Veterinary Hospital and joined the Akron Veterinary Internal Medicine Practice in July of 2006. Dr. Perdion enjoys that internal medicine is never boring, and no two days are alike.  She likes being a part of her patient’s medical team and helping them get back to the life they deserve.  In her spare time, Dr. Perdion spends time with her family and Pete (Terrier mix).  She also enjoys reading and scrapbooking.

• Board Eligible: ACVIM-SAIM
• Residency: Metropolitan Veterinary Hospital, 2009
• Internship: Metropolitan Veterinary Hospital, 2006
• DVM: The Ohio State University, 2005
• BS in Biology: Westminster College, 2001
• Areas of interest: Oncology, Hematology, and Cytology

Originally from Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, Dr. Thalhofer joined Akron Veterinary Internal Medicine/Oncology Practice as an associate veterinarian in 2009 after completion of her internal medicine residency. A strong interest in cancer medicine lead to her current position in chemotherapy administration service. Dr. Thalhofer’s compassion for animals shows greatly through her work and dedication to her patients and their owners. In her spare time she enjoys golfing, having dinner with friends, and spending time with her dog, Leon.