Miranda J. Davis
Summary
Veterinary Graduate 2024 and NAVLE Candidate Seeking Employment in the United States 2025. American graduate of Murdoch University’s Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) program; developing skills on diagnosis, treatment of disease, and ailments in animals. I have ongoing enhanced experience with several species from working as an animal care assistant in shelters, rehabilitation centers, wildlife reserves, and veterinary clinics.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Externship
Animal Happiness Vet
, Western Australia
09.2024 - 11.2024
- Presented clinical rounds each week of streaming
- Conducted consults by myself on etiologies of Diabetes Mellitus, Chronic Kidney Disease, and Pancreatitis
- Performed abdominal closure on an exploratory laparotomy, assisted with an enucleation, performed castrate
- Performed dental cleaning and routine vaccinations
- Assisted with companion exotic care of chickens, bunnies and ferrets
Veterinary Student
Cat Haven Sterilization Clinic
, Western Australia
10.2024 - 10.2024
- Attended two charity sterilization clinics
- I would rotate between being a student anesthesiologist and surgeon
- Performed 10 closed castrates under supervision
- Perform anesthesia on patients 10 using ‘kitty magic’ protocols
- Held consults with owners about post operative care and conducted post operative checks the following week
Externship
Belmont Animal Hospital
Nashville, USA
12.2023 - 01.2024
- Participated in clinical rounds and presented a medical case at the end of the week
- Observed a naso-lacrimal flush and two ovarian hysterectomy procedures
- Aided in the diagnosis and treatment of a parvovirus case
- Was taught how to take dental radiographs and extractions
- Attended dermatology consults and discussed common southeastern atopy pathophysiology
- Administered Intramuscular and Subcutaneous Injections
Researcher
Murdoch University DVM Anatomy & Wildlife Research
Murdoch, Western Australia
01.2020 - 11.2022
- Evaluate metacarpal epiphysis for local Grey Kangaroo specimens donated to Murdoch’s anatomy department
- Researched manus variation of the Grey Kangaroos
- Logged and presented data on epiphyseal growth
Externship
Berry Farms Animal Hospital
Franklin & Brentwood, USA
12.2022 - 01.2023
- Assisted with ozone and acupuncture cases following Traditional Chinese Veterinary Medicine methodology
- Performed purse string sutures for surgical patients
- Observed dental and surgical procedures
- Participated in rounds and discussed antibiotics and anti-inflammatory options available in practice
- Involved in patient care and wellness
Foothills Animal Hospital Student Placement
Armadale, Western Australia
01.2022
- Administered Subcutaneous Injections, a jugular blood draw on a cat, and cephalic catheters on three dogs
- Attended ‘Fear Free’ Behavior Consults for canine anxiety and phobias
- Created a treatment plan for seizure patients to present to attending veterinarian for neurology consults
- Observed Eastern European Acupuncture consults
- Watched cystitis, spay, and rabbit neuter procedures
- Helped closure (1/2) of intradermal
Education
Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) -
Murdoch University
01.2024
Animal & Dairy Science - Pre-Veterinary Studies
Mississippi State University
01.2017
Nursing and Midwifery Interaction Course - Anatomy Specialization Course
Notre Dame College
Skills
- Animal diagnostics
- General anesthesia monitoring
- Vaccinations
- Veterinary surgery
- Emergency pet care
- Internal medicine
- Animal wellness education
- Pet diagnosis
- Compassionate communication
Accomplishment
- National Panhellenic Council Greek Achievement Student, Mississippi State University, 2017, Awarded with Greek Achievement Student for high GPA, active role in sorority, community service, and campus involvement.
- Vice President of Feline Interest Group, Murdoch, WA, 2020
- Event Coordinator of Feline Interest Group, Murdoch, WA, 2019
- Public Relations Coordinator, Pre-Vet Club, Mississippi State University, 2015-2017
- Corresponding Secretary, Alpha Delta Pi Sorority, Mississippi State University, 2017
- Heifer International, Student Trip Ambassador, Perrysville, Arkansas, 2015
- Silver Garland Science Community Service Winner, Polk County, FL, 2015
- North Carolina State University - VETMED Camp, Raleigh, NC, 2012 & 2014
- Auburn University - Senior Veterinary Camp, Auburn, AL, 2013
Training
- Vogue Vets and Wellness Centre’s Acupuncture Series, Stirling, Western Australia, 2023 & 2024
- Brachycephalic Airway Syndrome and Surgical Management, Queensland, Australia, 2020
- Low Stress Animal Handling, Trish McMillan, 2020
- Bark Institute, 2019
- Equine Dentistry Seminar, Murdoch, WA, 2020 & 2021
- Cardio Academy (Vet Student), London, UK, 2020–2023
- Boehringer Academy (Vet Student), London, UK, 2021-Present
- Feline Clinical Weekend, Murdoch, WA, 2019
- Ophthalmology Referrals Lecture Series, Murdoch, WA, 2019
- Murdoch University DVM Clinical Skills Camp, Serpentine Falls, WA, 2019
Timeline
Veterinary Student
Cat Haven Sterilization Clinic
10.2024 - 10.2024
Externship
Animal Happiness Vet
09.2024 - 11.2024
Externship
Belmont Animal Hospital
12.2023 - 01.2024
Externship
Berry Farms Animal Hospital
12.2022 - 01.2023
Foothills Animal Hospital Student Placement
01.2022
Researcher
Murdoch University DVM Anatomy & Wildlife Research
01.2020 - 11.2022
Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) -
Murdoch University
Animal & Dairy Science - Pre-Veterinary Studies
Mississippi State University
Nursing and Midwifery Interaction Course - Anatomy Specialization Course
Notre Dame College
Similar Profiles
EMILY ROSE CASTILLOEMILY ROSE CASTILLO
Veterinary Assistant at All Animal Mobile Vet ClinicVeterinary Assistant at All Animal Mobile Vet Clinic
Evie BuwaldaEvie Buwalda
Vet Tech Preceptorships at Lyons Vet Clinic and Animal Intermediate CareVet Tech Preceptorships at Lyons Vet Clinic and Animal Intermediate Care
Bashini RuwandimaBashini Ruwandima
Veterinarian at Best Vet Animal ClinicVeterinarian at Best Vet Animal Clinic