About
I am a veterinary professional who aims to bridge clinical medicine, science, and policy. As a FDA CVM reviewer, I evaluated rapidly evolving regenerative medicine products such as animal cells, tissues, and cell- and tissue-based products (ACTPs) to ensure their safety and effectiveness. My expertise extends beyond veterinary medicine through my Master's in Biodefense (to be completed Spring 2025), which emphasizes national security challenges and global health threats, focusing on strengthening our defense against biological hazards. My background includes over five years of veterinary clinical practice, complementing my regulatory and security expertise with practical medical experience. With a unique combination of regulatory experience, biodefense training, and clinical practice, I have developed not only a comprehensive understanding of a wide range of science and policy topics, but also strong leadership and communication skills honed through collaboration with diverse stakehold…
Experience
Staff Fellow Veterinary Medical Officer
Ensure the safety and effectiveness of animal cells, tissues, and cell- and tissue-based products (ACTPs) and animals with intentional genomic alterations (IGAs)
Veterinarian
Value Vet Affordable Pet Care · McLean, Virginia, United States
Practices gold standard small animal medicine with a focus on affordability and accessibility. Analyzes and interprets large volumes of qualitative and quantitative patient data to provide best possible treatment recommendations. Establishes rapport and trust with clients from diverse backgrounds, creating an environment of open communication and mutual respect. Successfully communicates complex information to individuals with varying levels of expertise, simplifying complex concepts into layman’s terms for broad understanding.
Veterinarian
PetWellClinic · North Bethesda, Maryland, United States
Provided walk-in services for wellness care, acute illness, and management of chronic disease. Supervised day-to-day operations of the clinic while managing a team of veterinary assistants. Assisted in the development and implementation of training protocols to improve the skills of team members with minimal experience, resulting in increased productivity and quality of work.
Associate Veterinarian
Banfield Pet Hospital · Fairfax, Virginia, United States
General practice veterinarian proficient in small animal medicine and surgery including spays, neuters, mass removals, and dentistry. Practiced gold standard, evidence-based medicine by keeping up to date with new literature, products, and emerging technologies. As Lead Doctor directed new projects and workflows to optimize productivity and financial growth of the practice. Ensured strict compliance with all state, federal, and DEA regulations. Trained and supported paraprofessionals and new doctors to maximize the quality and efficiency of service. Examined and treated 20+ patients per day in a fast-paced clinical environment. Maintaind thorough and meticulous medical records. Clearly and effectively communicated assessments, diagnostics, treatments, and recommendations to clients. Interpreted cytologic, hematologic, serum chemistry, and radiographic results. Coordinated patient care with emergency hospitals and referral/specialty clinics.
Animal Care Technician
Virginia-Maryland College of Veterinary Medicine · Blacksburg, Virginia, United States
Monitored critical small animal patients in ICU overnight. Assisted with stabilization and resuscitation in emergency situations. Followed standard biosecurity protocols to maintain clean, sterile, and organized treatment areas, patient kennels, and isolation wards
Recitation Instructor
Led recitations (approximately 70 students) for the first semester course in General Chemistry. Duties included teaching two weekly recitation sections in which I helped students with a worksheet and answer homework questions, proctoring a weekly quiz, and grading and entering quizzes into the online grade book.
Teaching Assistant
Teaching assistant for Intro to Animal and Poultry Sciences Lab for the Animal and Poultry Sciences (APSC) Department at Virginia Tech. I helped run one section of this lab. Each week I assisted in demonstrating skills to students for livestock species like beef cattle, swine, sheep, and horses.
Conservation Science & Education Intern
Association of Zoos and Aquariums · Silver Spring, Maryland
Worked as an intern with the Conservation, Management, and Welfare Sciences Team to analyze and manage data relating to conservation projects supported by the AZA both in the United States and internationally. Some duties performed included updating the database of conservation research projects performed by AZA-accredited facilities, compiling relevant data and figures for the AZA Annual Report on Conservation and Science, proofreading and editing a Giraffe Care Manual for zoo use, and assisting with early development of the SAFE programs.
Education
George Mason University - Schar School of Policy and Government
Master of Science - MS, Biodefense
Virginia-Maryland College of Veterinary Medicine
Doctor of Veterinary Medicine, Small Animal Medicine Track
Virginia Tech
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Biochemistry
Virginia Tech
Bachelor of Science (BS), Animal and Poultry Science
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