Dr. Alan Topal attended Tufts University and was awarded his Doctorate of Veterinary Medicine in 1988. Originally from Suffern, New York, he was an equine practitioner at Belmont Race Track before moving to Columbia County. His professional interests include surgery, ophthalmology, orthopedic procedures, and newer procedures such as stem cell therapy. Dr. Topal is a member of the AVMA and the Capital District Veterinary Association. In his spare time, he enjoys playing indoor and outdoor Polo and spending time with his horses and two Australian Cattle Dogs, Ianessa and Stetson [citation][3].