Hilary Wheeler
San Jose,CA
Summary
Experienced Veterinarian and Medical Director with excellent written and verbal communication skills. Thoughtful and deliberate in the practice of veterinary medicine with over 20 years of experience leading and training medical support teams. Specializing in a compassionate, personalized approach to patient care, promoting the human-animal-bond in all aspects of veterinary medicine.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Medical Director, Owner, Veterinarian
The Whole Pet Vet Hospital And Wellness Center
Los Gatos, CA
10.2009 - Current
- Founded and managed all aspects of design, construction and opening of new small animal veterinary hospital, growing revenue to over $1 million in first year.
- Developed medical protocols and OSHA compliant practices for small animal veterinary medicine and surgery.
- Expanded practice from one veterinarian and four support staff to team of four veterinarians and eighteen support staff members.
- Led, coached and developed team of associate veterinarians and medical support staff in all aspects of individualized patient care and client service.
- Practiced integrative medicine, including training in evidence-based small animal medicine and surgery as well as complementary therapies such as acupuncture, herbal medicine and physical rehabilitation.
- Supervised clinical staff, providing continuous professional development opportunities and training to maintain and strengthen competencies.
Medical Director, Veterinarian
Central Animal Hospital
Campbell, California
09.2006 - 09.2009
- Practiced veterinary medicine with emphasis on preventive care, chronic disease management, surgery and emergency medicine in small animals.
- Optimized case and clinical management and recommended plans to improve safety and health programs.
- Led, coached and developed team of associate veterinarians in all aspects of patient care and client management.
- Supervised clinical staff, providing continuous professional development opportunities and training to maintain and strengthen competencies.
Associate Veterinarian
South County Animal Hospital
Morgan Hill, California
05.1998 - 09.2006
- Communicated with pet owners regarding pet diagnosis, prognosis and treatment.
- Reviewed pet health history, examined animals, conducted tests and prescribed treatments for diagnosed conditions.
- Performed surgical procedures including veterinary dentistry, general soft tissue surgery and repair of orthopedic injuries.
- Worked with local animal rescue organizations, wildlife officers and county shelter to provide veterinary services to animals on pro bono basis.
- Assisted with development of OSHA compliant protocols and successful pursuit of AAHA status.
Education
D.V.M. - Veterinary Medicine
Tufts University School of Veterinary Medicine
North Grafton, MA05.1998
Bachelor of Arts - Biology, French
U.C. Santa Barbara
Santa Barbara, CA06.1994
Skills
- Practicing Small Animal Medicine and Surgery
- Mentorship of Associate Veterinarians
- Development of Medical Protocols
- Employee Recruitment and Hiring
- Staff Training
- Employee Relations
- Employee Performance Evaluations
- Client Communications
- OSHA Compliance Protocols
- Financial Operations Oversight
Certification
Certified Veterinary Acupuncturist IVAS 2006
Certified in Low Stress Handling and Restraint 2009
Certified Canine Rehabilitation Therapist CRI 2017
Certified Fear Free Veterinary Professional 2022
Additional Information
Team Lead for the San Jose/San Francisco Bay Area local chapter of The Street Dog Coalition since June 2020. Developed collaborative relationships with Street Life Ministries, Humane Society Silicon Valley, HomeFirst, We Hope and SAGE Compassion for Animals.
Timeline
Medical Director, Owner, Veterinarian
The Whole Pet Vet Hospital And Wellness Center
10.2009 - Current
Medical Director, Veterinarian
Central Animal Hospital
09.2006 - 09.2009
Associate Veterinarian
South County Animal Hospital
05.1998 - 09.2006
D.V.M. - Veterinary Medicine
Tufts University School of Veterinary Medicine
Bachelor of Arts - Biology, French
U.C. Santa Barbara