Geri A. Carlson, DVM
 
Geri A. Carlson, DVM
 
 
Education and Training:
 

DVM - Louisiana State University School of Veterinary Medicine - 1990

Internship - Santa Cruz Veterinary Hospital - 1990-1991

B.S. in Zoology - Louisiana State University - 1984

 

I feel that continuing my education is very important-veterinary medicine is changing and advancing at a rapid pace, and it is important to keep up.  Therefore, I make sure to attend veterinary continuing education seminars as frequently as possible to keep up with the latest innovations, as well as receive practice tips from experts in the field.

 
Association Memberships:
 

American Veterinary medical Association

Virginia Veterinary Medical Association

Jefferson Area Veterinary Medical Association

 

Membership in veterinary professional organizations allows me to network with colleagues, as well as sharing information with each other.

 

 

Personal Information:

 

I had decided I wanted to be a veterinarian when I was 12 years old, and have never regretted that decision.  I love being a part of a pet's life, from those pediatric patients to the wonderful geriatric pets that  have given so much joy to their families.  I grew up with dogs, and since college have had both dogs and cats in my house.  I also enjoy working with rabbits, rats, ferrets, guinea pigs, hamsters-those smaller "furry friends" that are also an important part of family life.  I'm happy to be in a profession that I still really enjoy, even after 20 years.

 

My husband Chip and I  lived in Santa Cruz, California, from 1990-2008, where I worked in both general veterinary practice, and also worked 5 years  at a veterinary radiation/oncology center.  We decided to move to the East Coast area to be closer to family.  My husband is a nurse practitioner at UVA.  We have 2 dogs and 1 cat at the moment, but of course that can change quickly!

 

In my spare time, I teach dance (tap and jazz), and am also active in local community theater-both performing onstage and working behind the scenes as a choreographer and director.  I serve on the Board of Directors of Four County Players in Barboursville.

 

I look forward to providing your pet with the best veterinary care possible - I know how important your family members are to you.

 

 

 

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