About - Granite Veterinary Specialists

We are committed to the highest level of care and comfort of your pet.

We are committed to the highest level of care and comfort of your pet.

ABOUT GRANITE VETERINARY SPECIALISTS

Granite Veterinary Specialists is an outpatient surgical center, specializing in orthopedic surgery and complex tumor removal.

We are the premier veterinary surgical center in Utah, offering state of the art orthopedic surgery and general surgery. We are equipped with high definition arthroscopic equipment, Biomedtrix total joint replacement, locking plate fixation technology, and laser. We provide both outpatient services and 24-hour nursing care for postoperative patients. We are committed to providing the best outcomes and care for your pets at a reasonable cost.

Dr. Will Becker, DVM, DACVS-SA

Willem Becker, DVM, DACVS-SA grew up in Tennessee and moved to Colorado where he received his Doctorate of Veterinary Medicine from Colorado State University in 2009. After completing his general rotating internship at Michigan State University in 2010, he embarked on a three-year residency at Tufts University. Board-certified in small animal surgery, Dr. Becker’s clinical interests lie in advanced orthopedics such as total hip replacement, minimally invasive arthroscopy, and cruciate ligament repairs. When he is not improving the quality of life for his patients, he is climbing, skiing, and spending time with his wife and three young children.

Dr. Erin Corbin, DVM, DACVS-SA

Dr. Erin Corbin was born and raised in Houston, Texas. Her undergraduate studies were done at Oklahoma State University, where she was also a member of the women’s soccer team. She then returned to Texas to complete her Doctor of Veterinary Medicine at Texas A&M University in 2009 and afterwards completed a rotating internship at the Animal Medical Center in New York City. Dr. Corbin’s passion for surgery lead her to pursue a specialty career in small animal surgery culminating in a small animal surgery residency at the University of Minnesota. Dr. Corbin’s professional surgical interests span all areas including soft tissue, orthopedic and neurologic surgeries. She has developed a strong passion for surgical oncology and minimally invasive procedures. She has completed advanced training in minimally invasive procedures and has several peer-reviewed publications. In her free time, Dr. Corbin loves spending time with her family, being outdoors, and being involved in sports, especially soccer. Her other hobbies include painting, kayaking, and, when the time and weather permit, snowboarding.

Dr. Brandon Thibodaux, DVM, Board Eligible

Dr. Brandon Thibodaux, born and raised in southern Louisiana, attended Louisiana State University for both his undergraduate and his Doctor of Veterinary Medicine degrees and received his DVM in 2021. He completed a rotating internship at the University of Minnesota, where his interest in surgery grew further. Dr. Thibodaux then returned to LSU for a three-year small animal surgical residency to further his surgical training. Dr. Thibodaux has now moved to Utah to enjoy the mountains, seasons, and hiking that the state has to offer. Holding special interests in fracture repair, arthritis, surgical oncology, thoracic, and minimally invasive abdominal procedures, Dr. Thibodaux is excited to be a part of the Granite team. In his free time, he enjoys spending quality time with his wife, playing tennis, spending time outdoors, skiing, having game nights with friends, and traveling.

Dr. Dale Smith, DVM

Dr. Smith was born and raised in Southern California. His love for skiing and the mountains brought him to Utah many years ago. He spent his summers as a wrangler at a summer camp in Antimony, Utah, and attended the University of Utah, where he earned a B.S. in biology. He then attended Colorado State University School of Veterinary Medicine. After graduating from veterinary school, Dr. Smith studied and practiced in Baltimore and Philadelphia, then returned to Utah and opened an orthopedic referral practice in Salt Lake City. He has two wonderful children. Dr. Smith has 2 Golden Doodles, Jack and Frankie, and a Devon Rex named Willow. He also shares his life and house with his 33-year-old Amazon Parrot, Bob. He continues to enjoy the vast outdoor opportunities that Utah has to offer.