Michael Simpson
North Las Vegas,NV
Summary
Accomplished Veterinary Medical Officer with a proven track record at the US Army Public Health Command, West, showcasing military working dog medicine, private pet preventive medical and surgical expertise, and exceptional management skills. Spearheaded food safety programs, animal husbandry programs, and significantly enhancing animal care standards. Expert in small animal medicine, adept at leading teams to achieve remarkable results in preventive care and disease management.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Veterinary Medical Officer, Series 0701
US Army Public Health Command, West
07.2007 - Current
- Performs as an accredited and licensed veterinarian in Nevada, New York, and Texas.
- Serves as Veterinarian Medical Officer in Charge of various Department of Defense (DOD) facilities directing and supervising military food safety and quality assurance programs to include personnel, facilities, and equipment, routine care, surgery, examinations, and laboratory evaluations for privately owned animals; treats government-owned animals; and provides client education concerning pet animals.
- Diagnoses conditions and diseases of public health, epidemiologic, and zoonotic concern. Performs over 300 national and international health certificate exams for the export of live animals annually.
- Organizes and conducts sanitary audits and inspections, recognizes sanitary deficiencies, and determines sanitary compliance with regulatory requirements of commercial and government facilities that produce, process, prepare, manufacture, store, or otherwise handle subsistence.
- Provides technical expertise and advice concerning food safety and quality assurance issues to military acquisition, supply, and retail activities. Identifies and provides technical information concerning microbiological, chemical, and physical deterioration of subsistence.
- Interfaces with DOD, Federal, State, and local inspection authorities and regulatory health agencies concerning food safety and quality assurance matters. Observes, records, and reports on subsistence problems that may have public health significance. Develops/conducts food safety and quality assurance training to support the local unit mission requirements.
Veterinary Practice Owner
Central New York Animal Clinic
09.1998 - 12.2023
- Managed day-to-day business operations.
- Performed both scheduled and emergent surgeries on small animals and exotic species. Performed approximately 25 surgical cases daily.
- Worked with local animal rescue organizations, wildlife officers and county shelter to provide veterinary services to animals on pro bono basis.
- Practiced veterinary medicine with emphasis on preventive care, chronic disease management and emergency medicine in small animals.
- Managed financial aspects of Veterinary business, including budgeting, financial reporting, inventory management and tax preparation.
- Managed inventory control systems, ensuring adequate stock levels of essential medications while minimizing waste due to expiration or obsolescence.
Staff Veterinarian
Valley Ranch Animal Hospital
07.2006 - 07.2007
- Practiced veterinary medicine with emphasis on preventive care, chronic disease management and emergency medicine in small animals.
- Performed surgical procedures with precision and skill, maintaining a low complication rate among patients postoperation.
- Diagnosed complex cases using comprehensive physical examinations, laboratory testing, and imaging studies to develop effective treatment plans.
- Promoted responsible pet ownership through educational materials and informative discussions during appointments.
Veterinary Medical Director
Lied Animal Foundation
01.2004 - 07.2006
- Managed Veterinary Medical staff overseeing a very large shelter population of approximately 20,000 animals annually.
- Performed approximately 45 spay/neuter surgical procedures daily for low-income pet owners and Lied Animal Foundation
- Conducted daily vaccine clinics providing low-cost rabies vaccinations to pets for low-income owners.
- Practiced veterinary medicine with emphasis on low cost preventive care and shelter medicine.
- Worked with local animal rescue organizations, wildlife officers and municipalities to provide veterinary services to animals at low cost.
Education
Masters in Strategic Studies - Strategic Studies
United States Army War College
Carlisle, PA 2021
Bachelor of Science - Biology
The University of Texas At Arlington
Arlington, TX1998
Doctor of Veterinary Medicine - Veterinary Medicine
Ross University School of Veterinary Medicine
St. Kitts, Basseterre, St. Kitts1997
Skills
- Small Animal Medicine
- Military Working Dog Medicine
- Surgical Diversity
- Disease Prevention
- Management
- Teamwork
- Communication
Timeline
Veterinary Medical Officer, Series 0701
US Army Public Health Command, West
07.2007 - Current
Staff Veterinarian
Valley Ranch Animal Hospital
07.2006 - 07.2007
Veterinary Medical Director
Lied Animal Foundation
01.2004 - 07.2006
Veterinary Practice Owner
Central New York Animal Clinic
09.1998 - 12.2023
Masters in Strategic Studies - Strategic Studies
United States Army War College
Bachelor of Science - Biology
The University of Texas At Arlington
Doctor of Veterinary Medicine - Veterinary Medicine
Ross University School of Veterinary Medicine
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