ERUM AISHA SALAM
Cumming,USA
Summary
Veterinarian with 3+ years in small animal care and emergency services in Georgia, complemented by 8 years of equine veterinary experience in Dubai and Abu Dhabi. Holds certification in Mixed Animal Acupuncture. Demonstrated success in coordinating high-profile equestrian events such multiple Dubai Racing World Cups, the Equestrian Special Olympics World Games and International Endurance Rides and Show Jumping competitions .
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Part-time Relief Veterinarian
Banfield Pet Hospital
Cumming, USA
03.2024 - Current
- Analyze, determine, and provide treatment for a range of small animal cases
- Work alongside team members to facilitate comprehensive pet care services.
- Educated pet owners about dietary needs, preventive care, and behavioral issues to promote overall pet wellness.
Full-time Associate Veterinarian
Crestview Animal Hospital
Cumming, USA
10.2023 - Current
- Perform comprehensive physical examinations on small animals to assess overall health, and identify potential issues.
- Handled appointments while effectively managing walk-ins and emergency cases.
Executed drop-off procedures to enhance client satisfaction. - Coordinate with fellow DVMs and specialists to enhance patient care quality
- Advise clients regarding nutrition, preventive care, and treatment plans
- Executed routine soft tissue surgeries weekly
- Assisted in emergency procedures such as splenectomy, C-sections, and enterotomy.
- Perform weekly dental procedures, such as surgical extractions.
- Implement acupuncture sessions for multiple health conditions
Part-time Relief Veterinarian
Loving Touch Animal Center
Stone Mountain, USA
01.2023 - Current
- Conduct annual wellness exams using integrated medicine for personalized care.
- Perform spay/neuter procedures, routine mass removals, and dental extractions.
- Application of integrated medicine to design ideal treatment strategy for patient
Veterinarian
Dubai Mounted Police
Dubai, UAE
04.2019 - 09.2020
- Oversee health of 150+ horses utilized in patrols, parades, endurance races, and national events.
- Directed stable operations alongside enhancements to veterinary facility
- Created feeding and healthcare plans in collaboration with riders and trainers.
- Reduced costs through vendor negotiations, and implemented staff training programs.
- I traveled with horses for events and collaborated with farriers on hoof care.
Riding Academy Manager
Al Forsan International Sports Resort
Abu Dhabi, UAE
06.2016 - 03.2019
- Directed daily operations of the riding academy with 50+ team members and 150+ horses
- Organized International, National and Local show jumping and Dressage events including the Equestrian section of Special Olympics world Games 2019
- Ensured compliance with safety and facility maintenance protocols
- Facilitated negotiations with vendors regarding feed, bedding, veterinary supplies, and stable supplies.
- Analyzed budget expenditures and developed strategies to optimize financial resources.
Full- Time Resident Veterinarian
Al Forsan International Sports Resort
Abu Dhabi, UAE
10.2010 - 03.2019
- Responsible for the health of 140+ show jumping, riding school, livery horses, and 50+ Abu Dhabi Police mounted horses.
- Established preventative and prophylactic protocols. Diagnosed sick and injured horses.
- Training staff and clients regarding horse wellness.
- In charge of selecting feed and bedding
- Manage well-being of all competition horses throughout elite events hosted at facility
Education
Doctor of Veterinary Medicine -
University of Veterinary And Animal Sciences
Lahore, Pakistan01.2009
Skills
- Dental procedures and surgical techniques
- Anesthesia administration
- Emergency and critical care
- Diagnostic imaging and assessment
- Acupuncture therapy
Externships And Volunteer Experience
- Loving Touch Animal Center, Stone Mountain, GA, Volunteer, Assisted with surgeries, lab work, restraining, and client communication- Nov 2021 to Feb 2022
- University of California Davis / Hagyard Equine Medical Institute / Lexington Equine Surgery & Sports Medicine Center, 1-week Equine Externship- 2014
- Dubai Equine Hospital, 4-month Externship- 2009
Certifications And Continuing Education
- Certified Mixed Animal Acupuncturist, Chi University, Florida,June 2023
- Small Animal Dentistry Wet Lab, Dr. Brett Beckman, Atlanta, GA, March 2023
- Fundamentals of Dentistry, Dr. Ira Luskin, Animal Dental Training Center, Towson, MD, June 2024
- Managements of common Surgical Emergencies in Small Animal Practice August 2025
- Basic and Intermediate Small Animal wet-lab at VetSouth Fall Veterinary Conference Oct 2025
Education And Licensure
- Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM), University of Veterinary and Animal Sciences, Lahore, Pakistan, 2009
- Passed NAVLE and Clinical Proficiency Exam, 2022
Timeline
Part-time Relief Veterinarian
Banfield Pet Hospital
03.2024 - Current
Full-time Associate Veterinarian
Crestview Animal Hospital
10.2023 - Current
Part-time Relief Veterinarian
Loving Touch Animal Center
01.2023 - Current
Veterinarian
Dubai Mounted Police
04.2019 - 09.2020
Riding Academy Manager
Al Forsan International Sports Resort
06.2016 - 03.2019
Full- Time Resident Veterinarian
Al Forsan International Sports Resort
10.2010 - 03.2019
Doctor of Veterinary Medicine -
University of Veterinary And Animal Sciences