Lynn G. Wheaton (Deceased)

Dr. Wheaton mentored me as a student as well as an ACVS resident.

- William Dernell, DVM, MS, DACVS

Dr. Wheaton trained me as a student. She was a true pioneer in surgery.

- Kelly Farnsworth, DVM, MS, DACVS

Her quiet strength, generosity of spirit, and unwavering commitment to surgical excellence shaped the lives and careers of countless trainees and colleagues. Though she is no longer with us, her legacy of mentorship, compassion, and professionalism lives on in all those she guided and inspired.

- R. Reid Hanson, DVM, DACVS, DACVECC

Dr. Wheaton was one of the small animal surgeons at Washington State University while I was a veterinary student. She was the first female Diplomate, and her influence helped solidify my goal to become a surgeon.

- G. Elizabeth Pluhar, DVM, PhD, DACVS

Lynn was a true inspiration for me to continue on in surgery as there were so few women at that time. She was always enjoyable to work with, and it is amazing that she was the first woman to be board-certified.

- Mary Lynn Stanton, DVM, DACVS

Dr. Wheaton was an incredible mentor for women in ACVS. She cared immensely about supporting women in the ACVS. I owe her much gratitude for her help in my journey.  

- Suzanne Thompson, DVM, MS, DACVS 

As the first female ACVS board-certified surgeon, Lynn served as a role model for the many women to follow.

- Karen Tobias, DVM, MS, DACVS