Joel Lugo
Ocala,FL
Summary
Accomplished equine surgeon known for delivering exceptional surgical care and advancing veterinary practices. Expertise in orthopedic and soft tissue surgeries, with a commitment to mentorship and collaborative treatment planning.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Equine Surgeon/ Partner
Ocala Equine Hospital
Ocala, FL
01.2011 - Current
- Performed complex surgical procedures on equine patients to ensure optimal health outcomes.
- Collaborated with veterinary team to develop individualized treatment plans for diverse cases.
- Mentored interns and veterinary staff in advanced surgical techniques and best practices.
- Conducted pre-operative assessments to determine patient eligibility for surgical interventions.
- Lameness work up in sport horses.
- Sales work at Thoroughbred auctions.
Associate Surgeons
Equine Practitioners of Puerto Rico
Canovanas, Puerto Rico
07.2006 - 12.2010
- Performed lameness work up and performance examination in thoroughbred racehorses.
- Performed evaluations and diagnosed orthopedic conditions in sport horses.
- Provided emergency medical care for horses with acute injuries or illness.
- Performed orthopedic and soft tissue surgeries to racehorses.
Associate Professor
Auburn University College of Veterinary Medicine
Auburn, AL
07.2002 - 06.2006
- Developed and delivered innovative curriculum for veterinary medicine courses, enhancing student engagement and learning outcomes.
- Performed didactic teaching to first through fourth- year veterinary students in the Department of Clinical Sciences.
- Performed clinical services including lameness exams , elective and soft tissue surgeries to clients in Alabama and near states.
- Conducted research in veterinary science, contributing to advancements in clinical practices.
- Presented findings at national conferences, elevating the university's reputation within the veterinary medicine community.
- Mentored students and residents and advised on career paths, degree requirements and post-graduate education options.
- Didactic and practical teaching to surgery residents in the Department of CLinical Sciences.
Education
Master of Science - Veterinary Medicine
Michigan State University
East Lansing, MI06-2002
DVM - Veterinary Medicine
The Ohio State University
Columbus, Ohio, OH06-1998
Bachelor of Science - Animal Sciences
University of Florida
Gainesville, Florida, FL05-1994
No Degree - Animal Sciences
University of Puerto Rico
Mayaguez, PR05-1992
Skills
- Expertise in orthopedic (fracture repair, arthroscopy) and soft tissue surgeries (upper airway surgery, laparoscopy) in horses
- Expertise in lameness work ups and evaluations of poor performance in sport horses
- Expertise in advanced diagnostic imaging such as CT Scan, Bone scans and Pet scans
- Expertise in thoroughbred racehorse sale work at public auctions
Affiliations
American College of Veterinary Surgeons (ACVS)
American Association of Equine Practitioners (AAEP)
American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA)
Florida Association of Equine Practitioners (FAEP)
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Equine Surgeon/ Partner
Ocala Equine Hospital
01.2011 - Current
Associate Surgeons
Equine Practitioners of Puerto Rico
07.2006 - 12.2010
Associate Professor
Auburn University College of Veterinary Medicine
07.2002 - 06.2006
Master of Science - Veterinary Medicine
Michigan State University
DVM - Veterinary Medicine
The Ohio State University
Bachelor of Science - Animal Sciences
University of Florida
No Degree - Animal Sciences
University of Puerto Rico