Education
Dove Lewis Emergency Animal Hospital Internship
Portland, Oregon, 6/2003-6/2004
Doctor of Veterinary Medicine
Ross University School of Veterinary Medicine, St. Kitts, West Indies, 6/2002
University of Minnesota College of Veterinary Medicine, clinical year of study
St. Paul, Minnesota, 1/2002-1/2003
Bachelor of Science in Genetics/Cell Biology
College of Biological Sciences, University of Minnesota, June 1998
Current member of the following organizations: American Veterinary Medical Association, American Animal Hospital Association, Portland Veterinary Medical Association
On Working with Strays and the Community
"Unfortunately, not every pet has someone to care for it. I share my veterinary skills with the community so that I can make a difference in improving the health care of stray animals so that it gives them a better chance of finding homes."
Volunteer, Oregon Humane Society
Volunteer, Feral Cat Coalition, Golden Bond Rescue of Oregon-Board of Directors Veterinary Advisor.
Supporting the Human Animal Bond Through Client Education
"Client education is paramount to any pet's longevity. By thoroughly explaining preventive procedures as well as specific disease processes, I provide a better understanding of the importance of follow-up appointments and medication schedules."
The Loves of My Life
"I share my home with Scarlet (a dog adopted in the Caribbean), and my cat Louis (found orphaned after Hurricane George)." |
