Timothy Metzger

Veterinarian

SAH Inc

Tustin, CA

08.1972 - Current

Practiced veterinary medicine with emphasis on preventive care, chronic disease management, and emergency medicine in small animals.
Reviewed pet health history, examined animals, conducted tests and prescribed treatments for diagnosed conditions.
Communicated with pet owners regarding pet diagnosis, prognosis and treatment.
Developed personal veterinary medicine practice with specialties in preventive care and chronic disease management.
Performed surgical procedures for orthopedic injuries and defects and planned post-surgical rehabilitative therapy.
Managed medication administration, dispensed prescriptions and replenished inventory, carefully accounting for controlled substances.
Conducted community rabies clinics every spring to offer free or low-cost rabies vaccinations to pets for low-income owners.
Led, coached and developed team of [Number] associate veterinarians in all aspects of patient care and client management.
Provided care for animals before surgeries, administering anesthetics as necessary for overall comfort and health.
Induced anesthesia by inhalation or intravenous, intramuscular, or subcutaneous injection.
Performed both scheduled and emergent surgeries on small animals and exotic species.500
Treated average of [Number] animals each month.
Maintained detailed diagnosis and treatment records for future reference.
Helped improve animal wellbeing by advising owners on better care strategies and treatment options.
Collected animal blood samples and prepared specimens for shipment and laboratory testing.
Diagnosed animal diseases through examinations, observation and testing.
Dressed wounds and prescribed medication to prevent infection.
Euthanized animals humanely due to conditions such as cancer or advanced age.
Set animals' bones to promote proper healing.