Richard Thornburgh
Spring,TX
Summary
Experienced small animal veterinarian with knowledge of the demands of owning and working a busy practice, seeking to aid local veterinarians with short term relief work or potentially a permanent part time role. Skilled in small animal general medicine and surgery. Licensed in Texas, California, and Hawaii.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Owner/Veterinarian
Valley Oak Veterinary Hospital
Woodland, CA
02.2010 - Current
- Managed day-to-day business operations.
- Hired and managed relief and associate veterinarians.
- Primary surgeon for general surgery and dentistry cases.
- Practice philosophy based on building client trust, providing a range of treatment options, and sound medical principles.
- Successfully grew practice every year from date of purchase.
- Significant role in aiding community rescue organizations, Yolo County Animal Services, and local children's charities despite small hospital size.
Associate Veterinarian
Yolo Veterinary Clinic
Woodland, CA
06.2001 - 12.2009
- Communicated with pet owners regarding pet diagnosis, prognosis and treatment.
- Performed both scheduled and emergent surgeries on small animal species.
- Reviewed pet health history, examined animals, conducted tests and prescribed treatments for diagnosed conditions.
- Developed dietary and nutritional plans to help animals reach and maintain optimal weight.
Education
Doctor of Veterinary Medicine -
University of California - Davis
Davis, CA06.2001
Master of Arts - English
University of California - Los Angeles
Los Angeles, CA06.1992
Skills
Small animal general medicine
Small animal surgery
Owner trust and education
Experience as both and owner and associate veterinarian
Timeline
Owner/Veterinarian
Valley Oak Veterinary Hospital
02.2010 - Current
Associate Veterinarian
Yolo Veterinary Clinic
06.2001 - 12.2009
Doctor of Veterinary Medicine -
University of California - Davis
Master of Arts - English
University of California - Los Angeles