Nadira Williams, VMD

Associate Veterinarian

Lap of Love Veterinary Hospice · Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States

Present

Lap of Love is the nation's largest network of veterinarians solely dedicated to end-of-life veterinary care providing in-home euthanasia, veterinary hospice, teleadvice, and pet loss support services. Our purpose is to serve the veterinary end-of-life space by creating a peaceful and personal experience for pets and the people who love them. Our veterinarians and veterinary care coordinators offer compassionate, open-minded guidance and grief support to pet parents who are deciding when, how, and why to either euthanize or continue medical management for their pet. Our philosophy centers around the human-animal bond and the need for that bond to be as undisturbed as possible throughout a difficult time. Core Responsibilities: -Provide in-home euthanasia and hospice care for geriatric and terminally ill pets -Guide families in making end-of-life decisions for their pets -Build relationships with local veterinary clinics, serving as an extension of their excellent care

Contract Veterinarian

VIP PetCare

Delivers non-emergency, routine wellness care to pets during mobile clinics, including: vaccine administration, venipuncture for diagnostic testing, deworming, and microchipping. Communication is paramount in educating clients regarding products, services, and general health inquiries; as well as with fellow staff members to foster a positive work environment

Associate Director, Special Programs

University of Pennsylvania · Penn Engineering, Research & Academic Services Office

As Associate Director of Special Programs, I am tasked with leading the daily operations, development, and implementation of two programs: the Engineering Summer Academy at Penn (ESAP) - a world-class residential STEM program offered to highly motivated and talented high school students; and the Clark Scholars (CS) Program - a scholarship program for FGLI engineering undergraduates, including underrepresented minorities.

Program Coordinator, Engineering Summer Academy

University of Pennsylvania · School of Engineering and Applied Sciences

The Engineering Summer Academy at Penn (ESAP) welcomes highly motivated and talented students to explore Engineering at the college level. The intensive three-week programs combine sophisticated theory with hands-on practical experience in cutting edge technologies. As Program Coordinator, I provided mission-critical administrative assistance and coordination for the successful planning and execution of ESAP each summer. Duties encompassed the following areas: -Marketing and Communications -Admissions and Enrollment -Staff Recruitment and Onboarding -Event Planning and Logistics -Housing Coordination -Program Assessment

Veterinary Medical Officer

USDA

Animal Care is a program under the United States Department of Agriculture’s (USDA’s) Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service. Their purpose is to: -Ensure the humane treatment of animals covered by the Animal Welfare Act -Eliminate soring and promote fair competition at events covered by the Horse Protection Act -Provide national leadership on the safety and well-being of pets and other animals in disasters As a VMO for APHIS's Animal Care Agency, I performed animal welfare inspections at federally registered research facilities and licensed animal exhibitors. Assessments of animal health and husbandry practices, programs of veterinary care, and physical facilities were conducted to ensure compliance with the Animal Welfare Act. Reports were authored to identify incidences of non-compliance, and recommendations were made to bring licensees and registered facilities into full compliance.