Cardiologist performs innovative new surgery
Samantha Sampson’s deep love for Hashbrown started in the wee hours of the night as she formula-fed the tiny orange kitten. She did her best to keep the baby and his brother, Tater Tot, nurtured.
But despite her efforts, Tater Tot grew stronger while Hashbrown struggled.
A visit to Sampson’s primary vet confirmed a serious heart issue for the small feline, and he recommended Dr. Randolph Winter at Auburn’s College of Veterinary Medicine (CVM) for continued care.
Winter would eventually perform the first surgery of its kind to treat Hashbrown’s heart disease.