Dr. Twila Barradas
Valparaiso,IN
Summary
Proactive small animal general practitioner and relief ER veterinarian with 5 years of experience in diagnosing and treating a wide range of animal illnesses and injuries. Skilled in diagnostic imaging, surgical procedures, wound management, and client education. Strong collaborator and mentor, committed to improving patient outcomes and advancing veterinary practices.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Relief Emergency and Critical Care Veterinarian
Emergency Veterinary Care Centers
01.2021 - Current
- Communicated with pet owners regarding pet's stabilization, diagnosis, prognosis and treatment.
- Improved patient outcomes by accurately diagnosing and treating various animal illnesses and injuries.
- Utilized diagnostic imaging tools such as X-rays or ultrasounds for accurate identification of internal injuries or abnormalities in patients
- Time management, on average examining 3 to 4 outpatient cases an hour to offset overflow and decrease wait times, thus allowing primary veterinarians time to see in patient cases.
Associate Veterinarian
Weitzel Veterinary Services
06.2019 - Current
- Communicated with pet owners regarding pet diagnosis, prognosis and treatment.
- Actively participated in continuing education opportunities to stay current on advancements within the veterinary field.
- Practiced veterinary medicine with emphasis on preventive care, chronic disease management and emergency medicine in small animals.
- Mentored veterinary assistants, educating them on medications, case management and treatment protocols.
- Contributed to successful clinic operations by collaborating with colleagues on case management and maintaining detailed records.
- Managed medication administration, dispensed prescriptions and replenished inventory, carefully accounting for controlled substances.
- Educated pet owners on proper nutrition and exercise regimens, promoting long-term wellness for their animals.
- Advised clients on end-of-life care options, providing compassionate support during emotionally challenging times.
- Assisted with emergency cases that required immediate attention, stabilizing critical patients before referral to specialized facilities when necessary.
Education
Doctor of Veterinary Medicine - Veterinary Medicine
Purdue University
West Lafayette, IN05.2019
Skills
- Wound Management
- Conscious Medication Administration
- Client Education
- Emergency Care
- Preventative Medicine
- Soft Tissue Surgical Procedures- Over 26 different surgeries
- Orthopedic Surgical Procedures- Amputations, FHO
- Animal dentistry
- Euthanasia Procedures
- Teamwork and Collaboration
Affiliations
- Silver Stray Social. Non-profit organization dedicated to providing free vaccines, spays/neuters, and microchips to the residence of Gary, IN.
- Bissell Pet Foundation- Fix the Future. High volume spays and neuters for various small animal shelters
Soaper
Homemade lye and glycerin based soaps
Timeline
Relief Emergency and Critical Care Veterinarian
Emergency Veterinary Care Centers
01.2021 - Current
Associate Veterinarian
Weitzel Veterinary Services
06.2019 - Current
Doctor of Veterinary Medicine - Veterinary Medicine
Purdue University
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