Prior to becoming a
veterinarian two of my own dogs were diagnosed with and treated for cancer. I
was devastated, but I was so thankful for the help of the veterinary
oncologists and technicians who were there to help me and help my dogs. That is
the happy part of my job. I have the privilege of being the veterinary
oncologist who is there to help people and their pets. I am able give people
more time with their best friend and I can help sick animals feel better. There
is nothing that makes me happier then seeing a smiling owner being pulled
across the waiting room by a tail wagging dog or seeing an owner snuggling
their purring cat.
At the Veterinary Cancer
Center I also have the unique opportunity to be involved with research and
clinical trials. Many of these clinical trials are looking at medications and
treatments that will not only benefit our four-legged friends but may also help
humans with cancer. Being on the cutting edge of cancer research for humans and
animals is very exciting and rewarding!
Another aspect of my job
that I find very rewarding and touching is being able to help someone say
goodbye to their best friend. There a few things more difficult then making the
decision to let your friend go. I consider it a sacred responsibility that I am
trusted to help an owner say goodbye and allow that animal to transition
peacefully. I am honored to be present in the last few minutes of a long
relationship and hear the words of love and thanks that all owners have for
their pet as they take their last breaths. Yes, it is sad but it is important
and I am a better person and a better doctor because of every euthanasia that I
have performed.
The Veterinary Cancer Center
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