Devon Lucero
Mill Creek,WA
Summary
Determined new graduate veterinarian with a strong foundation in physical examinations and collaborative treatment planning. Experienced in managing post-operative care, leveraging resources for a thorough and comprehensive approach to patient care, and basic diagnostic procedures. Eager to develop clinical and surgical skills, as well as, confidence under a mentorship.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Anesthesia and Diagnostics Clinical Rotation
UCD Veterinary Hospital
Dublin, Ireland
02.2024 - 02.2024
- Created anesthetic protocols for medically unstable patients, identifying potential complications that may arise and immediate treatments.
- Independently induced, intubated, and maintained general anesthesia for various surgical procedures, with five minute interval monitoring and documentation.
- Developed a strong protocol for pain management pre - and post op care.
Small Animal Surgery Clinical Rotation
UCD School of Veterinary Medicine
Dublin, Ireland
01.2024 - 01.2024
- Strong foundation in clinical approach to various surgeries, with identified risks and complications during and post op.
- Independently performed half of a spay surgery.
- Performed orthopedic and neurological exams.
- Observed several TPLO and mini-hemilaminectomy surgeries.
- Managed post operative care for several IVDD cases.
Veterinary Student Extern
South Texas Veterinary Ophthalmology
San Antonio, TX
12.2023 - 12.2023
- Participated in ophthalmic exams and learned how to utilize various specialized equipment.
- Observed ophthalmic procedures such as enucleations, phacoemulsifications, and corneal grafts.
Emergency and ICU Clinical Rotation
UCD Veterinary Hospital
Dublin, Ireland
10.2023 - 11.2023
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Demonstrated strong organizational and time management skills while managing the care of multiple patients.
- Developed a strong protocol for emergency assessment of an unstable patient.
Small Animal Internal Medicine Clinical Rotation
UCD Veterinary Hospital
Dublin, Ireland
09.2023 - 10.2023
- Initiated intake of cases and obtained a thorough patient history.
- Provided differential diagnoses, proposed diagnostics, and constructed treatment plans to the veterinarian.
- Administered medication and maintained detailed patient records for multiple patients.
Veterinary Student Extern
Hill Country Animal League
Boerne, TX
05.2023 - 05.2023
- Observed veterinarians conduct a cursory exam with emphasis on aspects that will determine the anesthetic protocol and surgical approach, especially since most patients were very young, malnourished, or pregnant.
- Independently performed neuters on cats and dogs.
- Assisted with spays on cats and dogs.
Veterinary Student Extern
Shenick Veterinary Centre
Skerries, Ireland
03.2023 - 03.2023
- Assisted veterinarians in conducting routine examinations and administering vaccinations.
- Observed an echocardiogram with a visiting veterinary cardiologist, and was taken through a cardiology work up.
Veterinary Student Extern
Boerne Stage Veterinary Clinic
San Antonio, TX
06.2022 - 08.2022
- Assisted and performed various aspects of routine spays, neuters, and splenectomies throughout the externship, as well as suturing.
- Created a list of differential diagnoses to present to the veterinarian based on the history gathered.
- Collaborated with veterinary staff to develop treatment plans tailored to individual patient needs and owner preferences.
- Collected animal blood samples and prepared specimens for shipment and laboratory testing.
Animal Laboratory Manager
Southwestern University
Georgetown, TX
08.2017 - 05.2019
- Performed ovariectomy on rats.
- Administered and handled controlled substances.
- Designed and implemented training programs for new lab personnel to enhance skill development in animal handling, drug handling, administering injections, and collecting data.
- Collaborated with faculty to develop research protocols, supporting diverse scientific inquiries and experiments.
Education
Bachelor of Veterinary Medicine - Veterinary Medicine
University College Dublin School of Veterinary Medicine
Dublin, Ireland06-2024
Bachelor of Science - Animal Behavior
Southwestern University
Georgetown, TX05-2019
Skills
- Medication administration
- Client communication
- Wound management
- Post operative care
- Physical examinations
- Vaccine protocols
- Treatment planning
- Organizational skills
Accomplishments
- Guarraci, F. A., Ali, M., Gonzalez, C. M., Lucero, D., Clemons, L. W., Davis, L. K., ... & Meerts, S. H. (2020). Antidepressants and sexual behavior: weekly ketamine injections increase sexual behavior initially in female and male rats. Pharmacology Biochemistry and Behavior, 199, 173039.
- Guarraci, F. A., Gonzalez, C. M., Lucero, D., Davis, L. K., & Meerts, S. H. (2020). Sexual Behavior is Enhanced by Regular, Repeated Mating from Young Adulthood to Middle Age in Female Long-Evans Rats. Current Aging Science, 13(2), 169-177.
- Guarraci, F. A., Gonzalez, C. M., Lucero, D., Womble, P. D., Abdel-Rahim, H., DeVore, J., ... & Boyette-Davis, J. (2018). The effects of ketamine on sexual behavior, anxiety, and locomotion in female rats. Pharmacology Biochemistry and Behavior, 165, 36-44.
- Boyette-Davis, J. A., Rice, H. R., Shoubaki, R. I., Gonzalez, C. M., Kunkel, M. N., Lucero, D. A., ... & Guarraci, F. A. (2018). A recreational dose of methylphenidate, but not methamphetamine, decreases anxiety-like behavior in female rats. Neuroscience Letters, 682, 21-26. 199, 173039.
Conducted research in a neuroscience animal laboratory and assisted in writing multiple publications:
Certification
Certification of Attendance for Bovine Tuberculosis Training for New Private Veterinary Practitioners Course; Dublin, Ireland
Timeline
Anesthesia and Diagnostics Clinical Rotation
UCD Veterinary Hospital
02.2024 - 02.2024
Small Animal Surgery Clinical Rotation
UCD School of Veterinary Medicine
01.2024 - 01.2024
Veterinary Student Extern
South Texas Veterinary Ophthalmology
12.2023 - 12.2023
Emergency and ICU Clinical Rotation
UCD Veterinary Hospital
10.2023 - 11.2023
Small Animal Internal Medicine Clinical Rotation
UCD Veterinary Hospital
09.2023 - 10.2023
Veterinary Student Extern
Hill Country Animal League
05.2023 - 05.2023
Veterinary Student Extern
Shenick Veterinary Centre
03.2023 - 03.2023
Veterinary Student Extern
Boerne Stage Veterinary Clinic
06.2022 - 08.2022
Animal Laboratory Manager
Southwestern University
08.2017 - 05.2019
Bachelor of Veterinary Medicine - Veterinary Medicine
University College Dublin School of Veterinary Medicine
Bachelor of Science - Animal Behavior
Southwestern University