Meet Dr. Lynn
Lynn Gomes, D.V.M., B.S. Animal Science, CEVMMP, is originally from Nova Scotia, Canada. She earned a B.S. in Animal Science at Dalhousie University in Truro Nova Scotia. Dr. Gomes graduated from Kansas State University College of Veterinary Medicine in 2008. After graduating she completed a one year surgical and ambulatory internship at Ocala Equine Hospital and has been working in the Raleigh area ever since. She has been certified as an Equine Veterinary Medical Manipulation Practitioner from the Integrative Veterinary Medical Institute.
Dr. Gomes professional interests are preventative medicine, lameness and poor performance issues, vertebral manipulation (AKA “equine chiropractic”) and diagnostic imaging. In her free time she enjoys riding and competing with her horse Half Emilion and new mount Colero Z as well as spending time with her husband, two dogs, and gardening.
Dr. Jason Smith
Dr. Jason Smith graduated with honors from the Virginia-Maryland College of Veterinary Medicine, receiving multiple awards in equine medicine and surgery. Following graduation, he completed a year-long internship with Fairfield Equine Associates, where his training focused primarily on lameness diagnosis and treatment, diagnostic imaging, emergency management, and general medicine. Prior to joining Performance Equine, Dr. Smith worked as an associate veterinarian at Tryon Equine Hospital, where he focused on the management of sport horses and performance-related medicine.
Dr. Smith is passionate about helping equine athletes reach their full potential through advanced diagnostics and individualized treatment plans. He enjoys collaborating with owners, trainers, and farriers to develop comprehensive care strategies that support long-term health, soundness, and success. Outside of work, he enjoys hiking, traveling, and spending time with his daughter, wife, and dogs.
Deon Spencer
Deon joined the PEVC team in March of 2024. With many years of equine clinic management, Deon is excited to bring a wealth of knowledge along with a desire to provide each client with a personal experience. She promises that it’s not only the horses that receive top-notch care and loves to interact with the horse owners daily.
Deon grew up riding hunters before transitioning to high level competition on the Arabian circuit. While her competition days are behind her, she still enjoys riding for fun and relaxation. In her free time, Deon and her husband can be found tending to their small farm and enjoying nature adventures alongside their dogs Starr and Rigby.