About OrthoPet Pro
DR. Shahar Somer – Founder and Lead Surgeon
Meet the Team
DVM, MRCVS, GPCertSAS
Dr. Shahar Somer, founder of Orthopet Pro, began his veterinary journey in Slovakia, earning his degree in 2014 before launching his career in the United Kingdom. Since then, he has dedicated himself to providing compassionate care to pets in several different first opinion veterinary practices across the UK.
In 2019, Dr. Somer achieved a significant accomplishment by obtaining his Certificate in Small Animal Surgery (GPCertSAS), demonstrating his dedication to advancing his surgical skills. With this qualification, he transitioned to handling referral surgical cases.
In 2022, Dr. Somer began offering referral peripatetic surgical services, providing expert care to practices in Kent. This marked the beginning of his commitment to bringing specialized surgical expertise directly to primary care veterinarians and their patients.
Building on his experience and success, Dr. Somer founded Orthopet Pro in 2024, solidifying his dedication to expanding access to top-notch orthopedic surgical services for pets in need.
Outside of his work, Dr. Somer leads a vegan lifestyle, reflecting his deep compassion for all animals.
At Orthopet Pro, you can trust that your beloved pets will receive the highest standard of surgical care from Dr. Shahar Somer. With expertise and compassion, he ensures their well-being and comfort every step of the way.