Sara Sara Bumgardner Slagel

Associate Veterinarian

Moore Animal Hospital

Present

Research Collaborator

University of Georgia - College of Veterinary Medicine

Present

• Investigating the immunopathology and treatment efficacy in canine sepsis, including manuscript preparation, grant writing, study design, and clinical research. Current studies focused on: The Impact of Lidocaine Administration on Natural Killer Cell Populations in Canine Sepsis.

Associate Veterinarian

Bowman Animal Hospital and Cat Clinic · Raleigh, North Carolina, United States

• Executing full responsibilities of a primarily small animal general practice including wellness, sick, and emergency examinations; vaccinations; surgical and dental appointments; in-patient and out-patient care in a busy multi-doctor hospital. • Integrating in-house diagnostic laboratory, laser therapy, radiography, and ultrasonography into thorough patient work-up. • Cultivating professional interests in clinical pathology, internal medicine, nutrition, dermatology, and soft-tissue surgery and dentistry. • Augmenting client and staff communication with verbal and written education on pet diagnosis, treatments plans, preventative healthcare, nutritional needs, and follow-up care. • Utilizing Fear Free Certified techniques to reduce pet anxiety and fear associated with veterinary care.

Associate Veterinarian

Best Friend Veterinary Hospital · Braselton, GA

• Executing full responsibilities of a primarily small animal general practice including wellness, sick, and emergency examinations; vaccinations; surgical and dental appointments; in-patient and out-patient care in a busy multi-doctor hospital. • Acquiring and integrating experience with diagnostics including in-house laboratory, laser therapy, radiography, and ultrasonography. • Cultivating professional interests in clinical pathology, internal medicine, nutrition, dermatology, and surgery. • Augmenting client and staff communication and education.

Postdoctoral Research Associate

University of Georgia · Athens, Georgia Area

• Investigated the genetic basis of aging and age-related chronic diseases, including manuscript preparation, grant writing, study design, and in vivo modeling. Studies focused on: o Assessing the heritability of Nature Killer cell phenotypes and their correlation with lifespan. o Examining the effects of diet on circulating levels of spleen-derived growth factor.

Associate Veterinarian

Wolf Run Veterinary Clinic · Pennsylvania

• Executing full responsibilities of a mixed animal general practice including wellness, sick, and emergency examinations; vaccinations; surgical and dental appointments; in-patient and out-patient care. • Acquiring and integrating experience with diagnostics including in-house laboratory, laser therapy, radiography, and ultrasonography. • Cultivating professional interests in clinical pathology, internal medicine, nutrition, dermatology, and surgery. • Augmenting client and staff communication and education in this family-owned practice.

Dvm/Phd

NCSU CVM

PhD in Comparative Biomedical Sciences, Infectious Disease concentration (November 2015) DVM, small animal concentration (May 2015) • Mastered the scientific method and developed skills in assay/study design for in vitro and murine in vivo immunological model systems including budget considerations, data analysis, manuscript preparation, teamwork/communication, leadership, and time management/organization. • Studied the innate immune signaling and immunogenicity of Lactobacillus as an oral mucosal vaccine vector and adjuvant for HIV-1. • Developed an assay for mucin detection in lung lavage fluid and performed histological analysis and grading of mucin content in elastase and MANS exposed lung tissue sections.

Research Intern/Co-Op

The Hamner Institutes for Health Sciences

• In vivo and in vitro methods development, data interpretation, SOP and manuscript writing, and presentation of findings for: o Semi-quantitative histochemical analysis of cytochrome oxidase in nasal epithelial cells post-acute hydrogen sulfide exposure. o Optimal mode of administration of BrdU to rats for analysis of cell proliferation in nasal epithelial cells.

Laboratory Assistant

North Carolina State University Biology Department · NCSU-CALS

• Prepared laboratory exercises, gathered materials, and aided in assignment grading for undergraduate biology and zoology laboratories. • Assisted with the functional maintenance of laboratories and aquariums.

Veterinary Assistant

Wolf Run Veterinary Clinic · Muncy, PA

• Assisted with soft tissue and orthopedic surgeries, patient monitoring and restraint, care of post-operative and boarded small animal patients, radiographs, and equine house calls. • Performed simple dental cleanings, prepared vaccines/medications, and conducted standard laboratory assays. • Obtained formative experiences with large animals and wildlife through youth volunteering. • Gained valuable knowledge regarding practice ownership and management in this family-owned practice.