Tharp Animal Health Care Center
Veterinarians of Tharp Animal Health Care Center
Dr. Thomas L. Tharp
Undergraduate Education: The Ohio State University
Veterinary School: The Ohio State University College of Veterinary Medicine
Professional Interests: Soft tissue, orthopedic, and advanced laser surgery.
Association Memberships: President of the Ross County Academy of Veterinarians, Trustee and past Vice-President of the Ohio Animal Health Foundation, member of the Small Animal Advancement Advisory Board for The Ohio State University College of Veterinary Medicine, member and past District Representative to the Ohio Veterinary Medical Association, member of the American Veterinary Medical Association, and member of The Ohio State Veterinary Alumni Association.
Hobbies: Golfing, fishing, working out, spending time with his wife and family, singing in the church choir for special productions and watching the Ohio State Buckeyes!
Quote: "On our farm, I grew up with all types of pets and I also raised and showed Registered Polled Herefords as a member of 4H for 10 years. This is one reason I love offering my services to farmers and those who are in 4H, whether they have large or small animals. It is very personal to me and I know how important health care is for an animal or pet to thrive and be its best."
Dr. Kristal Tharp Bechtold
Undergraduate Education: Liberty University
Veterinary School: The Ohio State University College of Veterinary Medicine
Professional Interests: Veterinary dentistry.
Association Memberships: The Ohio Veterinary Medical Association, the American Veterinary Medical Association, the Veterinary Information Network, and the Ohio State Veterinary Alumni Association.
Hobbies: Reading, working out, going on walks, and spending time with her family and friends.
Quote: “I am the third of three generations of Tharp veterinarians which started with my grandfather, Dr. Vernon Tharp and then my father, Dr. Tom Tharp. I grew up around the profession, watching my dad do surgeries and going out on calls with him. I knew from a very early age that I had a passion for helping animals and wanted to follow in my father’s and grandfather’s footsteps.”