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Barbara Feinmesser DVM

Barbara Feinmesser DVM

Killara,NSW

Summary

Dynamic veterinarian with extensive experience both as a clinic owner and as an associate. Committed to client communication and preventive medicine, ensuring optimal care for all patients.

Detail-oriented individual with exceptional communication and project management skills. Proven ability to handle multiple tasks effectively and efficiently.

Overview

24
24
years of professional experience

Work History

Veterinarian

Chatswood VetFriends
11.2023 - 11.2024
  • Diagnosed and treated a variety of animal health conditions, ensuring optimal patient care.
  • Developed treatment plans tailored to individual patient needs, improving recovery outcomes.
  • Educated pet owners on preventive care and wellness practices, fostering client relationships.
  • Mentored junior veterinarians.
  • Conducted regular health assessments and vaccinations to maintain community animal health standards.
  • Practiced veterinary medicine with emphasis on preventive care, chronic disease management and dentistry in small animals.
  • Established positive relationships with clients through clear communication about their pets'' healthcare needs and follow-up appointments.
  • Developed comprehensive treatment plans to address complex medical conditions in collaboration with clients and referring veterinarians.
  • Euthanized animals humanely due to conditions such as cancer or advanced age.
  • Maintained detailed diagnosis and treatment records for future reference.
  • Collected animal blood samples and prepared specimens for shipment and laboratory testing.
  • Developed palliative care program, providing comfort and support to pets and their families during end-of-life stages.
  • Enhanced pet owner satisfaction and loyalty by delivering compassionate care and clear communication during all appointments.

Veterinary Surgeon

Castle Hill Veterinary Hospital
06.2023 - 12.2023
  • Diagnosed and treated a variety of animal health issues using advanced diagnostic tools.
  • Performed surgical procedures with precision, ensuring optimal patient outcomes and recovery.
  • Developed treatment plans based on thorough examinations and owner consultations.
  • Collaborated with veterinary technicians to enhance workflow efficiency in clinic operations.
  • Educated pet owners on preventative care, fostering long-term health for their animals.

Clinic Co-Owner/ Veterinary Surgeon

Barbara and Maya's Veterinary Clinic
11.2013 - 07.2022
  • Preventive medicine: general health examination, vaccinations, deworming treatments, client education
  • Routine medical care: Treating wounds, injuries and infections.
  • Routine day to day procedures: IV catheter placement, Urinary catheterization, cystocentesis (blind/US guided)
  • In house laboratory diagnostics - bloodwork (CBC & CHEM in-house idexx), full urinalysis, serum preparation, cytology, trichograms, woods' lamp examination, skin scrapings, hematological slide assessment
  • Radiological imaging - performing and interpreting radiographs by CR technology, basic US technique
  • Providing dental treatment, including extractions, flaps; working closely for more than a decade with a board certified Veterinary Dentist
  • Performing routine & special surgical procedures such as spays/neuters, feeding tube placements, bite wound sx, drain placements, biopsy sampling, mass removals, cystotomies, enucleation, tail and digit amputations
  • Providing aftercare following treatment or surgery
  • Behavioural assessment, diagnosis and treatment
  • Responding to out of hours emergency call-outs
  • Consult and collaborate with other colleagues veterinary specialists
  • Maintain accurate patient records & conduct follow ups
  • Liaising and corresponding with different teams and referral clinics
  • Providing suitable paperwork for animals traveling abroad
  • Performing and monitoring euthanasia
  • Daily practice management: utilization of veterinary software "clinicaonline" ,online marketing, invoicing, and scheduling appointments, supervision of clinic inventory, equipment maintenance


Veterinarian

Vets4Pets
07.2008 - 07.2012
  • Practiced veterinary medicine with emphasis on preventive care, chronic disease management and emergency medicine in small animals.
  • Communicated with pet owners regarding pet diagnosis, prognosis and treatment.
  • Conducted thorough physical examinations of animals to assess overall health and identify potential issues.

Molecular Biology & Endocrinology Research Assist.

Kimron Veterinary Institute Beit Dagan
07.2001 - 07.2002

Under the supervision of Prof. Moti Shemesh Head of Endocrinology

Implantation of molecularly modified plasmidic viral RNA with FSH in egg embryos.

  • PCR technology
  • Western blotting
  • Gel Chromatography
  • HCG qualitative analysis in rats

Veterinarian

Veterinary Clinic - Dr Alon Yaar
07.2000 - 06.2001
  • Administered vaccinations to prevent the spread of common infectious diseases among animals in the community.
  • Provided emergency services during after-hours situations for critical patient care when needed.
  • Improved patient outcomes by accurately diagnosing and treating various animal illnesses and injuries.

Education

Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) - Veterinary Medicine

University of Veterinary Medicine And Pharmacy
Košice, Slovakia
07-2000

Skills

  • Patient diagnostics
  • Surgical Procedures
  • Animal dentistry
  • Animal nutrition
  • Patient Diagnostics
  • Treatment Planning
  • Team Leadership
  • Client Communication
  • Preventive Medicine

Languages

English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Hebrew
Native or Bilingual
Slovak
Elementary

Timeline

Veterinarian

Chatswood VetFriends
11.2023 - 11.2024

Veterinary Surgeon

Castle Hill Veterinary Hospital
06.2023 - 12.2023

Clinic Co-Owner/ Veterinary Surgeon

Barbara and Maya's Veterinary Clinic
11.2013 - 07.2022

Veterinarian

Vets4Pets
07.2008 - 07.2012

Molecular Biology & Endocrinology Research Assist.

Kimron Veterinary Institute Beit Dagan
07.2001 - 07.2002

Veterinarian

Veterinary Clinic - Dr Alon Yaar
07.2000 - 06.2001

Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) - Veterinary Medicine

University of Veterinary Medicine And Pharmacy
Barbara Feinmesser DVM