Courtney White
South Lyon,MI
Summary
Veterinary executive leader with over 15 years of experience in shelter medicine, high-volume surgery, and outpatient care. Currently serving as Vice President of Veterinary Medicine at the Humane Society of Huron Valley, managing a large multidisciplinary team and overseeing medical operations, policy, and program development across multiple departments. Skilled in high-volume spay/neuter, soft tissue surgery, public policy advocacy, and strategic program expansion. Founder of in-home euthanasia practice Paws at Peace, LLC and active board member and policy advocate within the animal welfare community.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Founder & In-Home Euthanasia Veterinarian
Paws at Peace In-Home Euthanasia, LLC
11.2024 - Current
- Provide compassionate, end-of-life veterinary care in the comfort of clients’ homes
- Operate as a 1099 contractor through CodaPet network
Vice President of Veterinary Medicine
Humane Society of Huron Valley
08.2016 - Current
- Lead all medical operations for shelter medicine, outpatient clinic, and surgical services for an organization serving over 25,000 animals annually
- Directly supervise 9 veterinarians, oversee medical operations of outpatient care and high-volume surgery
- Manage 4 full-time and 2 part-time shelter medicine technicians; 2 full-time, 1 part-time foster team members; foster manager; and the Cat Care Coordinator at Tiny Lions Lounge & Adoption Center
- Administer and optimize a $1.2M+ annual shelter medicine budget
- Provide high-volume spay/neuter and soft tissue emergency surgeries
- Testified before the Michigan House of Representatives in support of House Bills 4980, 4220, and 4221
- Oversee foster program managing the care of over 2,200 animals annually
- Develop and implement SOPs and ensure regulatory compliance across all veterinary programs
Director of Outpatient and Surgical Services
Humane Society of Huron Valley
12.2010 - 08.2016
- Directed outpatient medical services and surgery, managing a team of 28 staff members, including veterinarians, licensed technicians, assistants, clinic manager, and customer care assistants
- Implemented procedural and operational protocols; managed department budget and staff development
Rotating Intern – Emergency, Surgery, and Internal Medicine
Michigan Veterinary Specialists
06.2009 - 06.2010
- Delivered primary emergency care; participated in intensive training in emergency and specialty care settings
- Conducted clinical presentations, grand rounds, and formal case reviews
Education
Certified Canine Rehabilitation Practitioner (CCRP) -
University of Tennessee
Knoxville, TN12.2011
Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) - undefined
Michigan State University College of Veterinary Medicine
East Lansing, MI05.2009
Bachelor of Science - Zoology (Ecology, Evolution, and Organismal Biology)
Michigan State University
East Lansing, MI05.2002
Skills
- Veterinary Executive Leadership
- High-Volume Spay/Neuter & Emergency Surgery
- Shelter & Outpatient Medicine
- Public Policy Advocacy
- Budget Oversight & Program Development
- In-Home Euthanasia Care
- Team Building & Staff Supervision
- SOP & Compliance Management
- Strategic Planning & Nonprofit Governance
Affiliations
- Member, Michigan Pet Alliance
- Member, Michigan Veterinary Medical Association (MVMA)
- Member, American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA)
- Member, Association of Shelter Veterinarians (ASV)
- Board Secretary, The Dandelion Kind (501c3 Nonprofit)
Certification
- Licensed Veterinarian – State of Michigan
- Controlled Substance License – State of Michigan
- DEA License
- USDA Accredited Veterinarian
- Fear Free Certified Professional
Timeline
Founder & In-Home Euthanasia Veterinarian
Paws at Peace In-Home Euthanasia, LLC
11.2024 - Current
Vice President of Veterinary Medicine
Humane Society of Huron Valley
08.2016 - Current
Director of Outpatient and Surgical Services
Humane Society of Huron Valley
12.2010 - 08.2016
Rotating Intern – Emergency, Surgery, and Internal Medicine
Michigan Veterinary Specialists
06.2009 - 06.2010
Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) - undefined
Michigan State University College of Veterinary Medicine
Bachelor of Science - Zoology (Ecology, Evolution, and Organismal Biology)
Michigan State University
Certified Canine Rehabilitation Practitioner (CCRP) -
University of Tennessee
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