My objective is to become clinically competent and board certified in critical care/ emergency veterinary medicine. This training along with the education of my MPH will extend my horizons within OneHealth
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Veterinary Intern
NorthStar VETS Specialty Hospital
05.2023 - 06.2024
2023-2024 cohort small animal rotating internship
Shelter Veterinarian
The City of Trenton Animal Shelter
11.2023 - 06.2024
Performed physical examinations and diagnostic tests on animals to determine the nature of their health issues.
Developed treatment plans for animals based on diagnosis and monitored the progress of those treatments.
Prescribed medications to treat animal illnesses or injuries, including antibiotics, anti-inflammatories and pain relief drugs.
Maintained detailed patient records with accurate information regarding diagnosis, treatments administered and prognosis.
Create isolation protocols to maintain the health of the animals within the shelter
Veterinary Student Extern
Atwater Veterinary Clinic
06.2021 - 07.2021
Externship rotation focused on diary heard health
The externship incorporated ultrasound checks, pregnancy checks, with a focus on theriogenology medicine
The externship including small animal clinical practice
Veterinary Student Extern
Catskills Veterinary Service
05.2021 - 06.2021
Externship rotation which incorporated emergency medicine, shelter medicine, ambulatory services, surgery rotation, large animal internal medicine and exotic animal clinical practice
Veterinary Extern
VERG Brooklyn
05.2020 - 06.2020
Rotating externship which incorporated emergency medicine, Internal medicine, ophthalmology, and surgery rotations
Veterinary Assistant
Ark Animal Hospital
07.2016 - 08.2019
veterinary assistant, experience with emergency medicine in small animals and exotics, taking radiographs, giving injectable and oral medication
Experience with overnight care, surgery prep, post-op surgery/recovery, subcutaneous fluid administration, physical therapy, and dental care.
Maintained accurate medical records of all patients.
Veterinary Assistant
New York City Aquarium
04.2016 - 07.2016
veterinary assistant for aquatic animals, included cleaning pens, insuring water pH, creating enrichment treatments, assisting zookeepers and veterinarians.
Administered vaccinations, medications and treatments as prescribed by the veterinarian.
Gym Staff Member
Spelman Wellness Center
07.2014 - 07.2016
Manage gym floor and instructed students and faculty on how to properly exercise, while providing health related tips.
Provided customer service to members, answered questions and addressed complaints.
Ensured gym equipment was in proper working order and reported any issues to the supervisor.
Performed administrative duties such as scheduling appointments, registering new members and processing payments.
Education
Master of Science - Emergency And Critical Care Residency
Cornell University Veterinary Specialist
Stamford, CT
07-2027
Master of Public Health -
University of Minnesota- School of Public Health
Minnesota, MN
12-2024
D.V.M -
Purdue University- College of Veterinary Medicine
West Lafayette, IN
05.2023
Post-Baccalaureate Pre-Medical Program -
Agnes Scott College
Atlanta, GA
08.2018
Bachelor of International Studies -
Spelman College
Atlanta, GA
05.2017
Skills
Emergent Animal Care
Treatment Planning
Small animal CPR Certified
Wound management and treatment
Critical Thinking
Teamwork
Decision-Making
Relationship Building
Certification
Recover CPR BLS/ALS Certified, 2023
Diversity & Inclusion in Veterinary Medicine Research Experience, 07/2020
Scholarly Presentations
The Development of Mother–Infant Interactions Across the First Month of Life: An Examination of Green Monkeys of Barbados. Southeastern Psychological Association (SEPA) Annual Meeting, New Orleans, LA-April 2016.
The Development of Mother–Infant Interactions Across the First Month of Life: An Examination of Green Monkeys of Barbados. Annual Biomedical Research Conference for Minority Students (ABRCMS), Tampa, FL -November 2016.
Research
Global Trade and Economic Sustainability in Bee Farming, Tengeru Village, Tanzania - May 2017 Conducted field research evaluating bee farming as a sustainable economic intervention for poverty alleviation and market participation.
Primate Behavioral Research, Barbados - May-June 2015 Performed observational analysis of mother–infant interactions in green monkeys (Chlorocebus sabaeus).
Michigan State University Pre-Veterinary Program, Lansing, MI - July- August 2014
Completed an intensive pre-veterinary program focused on food-animal medicine, wildlife care, and public health; participated in applied research on Toxoplasma gondii and experiential training in animal production systems.
Extracurricular Activities
Communication Chair SVECCS West Lafayette, IN Treasurer One Health Club West Lafayette, IN SAVMA Purdue West Lafayette, IN
Exotic Animal Club West Lafayette, IN Equine Club West Lafayette, IN
Pre-Veterinary Society, Atlanta, GA Health Careers RSO Board, Atlanta, GA College
Orchestra- flute Intramural Basketball
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Shelter Veterinarian
The City of Trenton Animal Shelter
11.2023 - 06.2024
Veterinary Intern
NorthStar VETS Specialty Hospital
05.2023 - 06.2024
Veterinary Student Extern
Atwater Veterinary Clinic
06.2021 - 07.2021
Veterinary Student Extern
Catskills Veterinary Service
05.2021 - 06.2021
Veterinary Extern
VERG Brooklyn
05.2020 - 06.2020
Veterinary Assistant
Ark Animal Hospital
07.2016 - 08.2019
Veterinary Assistant
New York City Aquarium
04.2016 - 07.2016
Gym Staff Member
Spelman Wellness Center
07.2014 - 07.2016
D.V.M -
Purdue University- College of Veterinary Medicine
Post-Baccalaureate Pre-Medical Program -
Agnes Scott College
Bachelor of International Studies -
Spelman College
Master of Science - Emergency And Critical Care Residency
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