Dr. Tamara Shearer: Early Recognition and Support of Cancer Patients Utilizing a Integrative, Proactive Approach

Dr. Tamara Shearer is a graduate of the Ohio State University College of Veterinary Medicine. She has acquired five certifications: Certified Canine Rehabilitation Practitioner, Certified Veterinary Acupuncturist (Chi Institute), Certified Veterinary Pain Practitioner, Certified Hospice and Palliative Care Veterinarian and Certified TCVM Palliative and End-of Life Practitioner. To date, she is one of only 30 veterinarians to receive a Masters degree in Traditional Chinese Veterinary Medicine.  

Dr. Shearer helped develop the International Animal Hospice and Palliative Care Certification Program that provides over 100 hours of continuing education on hospice and palliative care. She also contributed to the development of the Chi Institute’s TCVM Palliative and End-of Life course.  In addition to the development of courses, she has lectured at major national and international veterinary meetings. 

Dr. Shearer is the practice owner of Shearer Pet Health Services and Smoky Mountain Integrative Veterinary Clinic where she focuses on rehabilitation, pain management, hospice care and Traditional Chinese Veterinary Medicine for her patients. She has won numerous awards, authored and edited several books, been featured in national media and served as president for several veterinary associations.