Allison G. Hiers, DVM,CVA

2133 SW 70th Ave Gainesville, Fl 32608 (352) 246-4096 [email protected] Allison G. Hiers [email protected] (352) 246-4096

Objective To obtain a part-time associate, relief or referral position in a small or mixed animal practice where I could provide an integrated approach, using training and experience in both western and eastern veterinary medicine, to diagnose and treat companion animals Education University of Florida, Gainesville, Florida  Doctor of Veterinary Medicine May 2006  Masters of Science in Animal Sciences August 2002  Bachelor of Science in Animal Sciences May 2000 Chi Institute of Traditional Chinese Veterinary Medicine, Micanopy, Florida  Certification in Mixed Animal Veterinary Acupuncture July 2008

Veterinary Experience Relief Veterinarian/Private Acupuncture Referral Service Gainesville, FL Present Certified Veterinary Acupuncturist/Private Referral Business  Provide the unique skills of Chinese veterinary medicine (acupuncture, herbal medicine, and medical massage) for equine and small animal patients of area veterinarians on a referral basis. Veterinary acupuncture is used as a treatment strategy for numerous conditions including, but not limited to osteoarthritis, IVDD, seizures, IBD, anorexia, pancreatitis, asthma, bronchitis, endocrine disorders, renal failure, atopy, insect hypersensitivity, otitis, geriatric weakness, and neoplasia Relief Veterinarian  Provide relief veterinary services to area animal hospitals; services include general wellness exams and immunization, internal medicine, emergency medicine and triage, soft tissue and orthopedic surgery, and client education

Trenton Animal Hospital Trenton, FL August 2007-July 2008 Mixed Animal Associate (Primarily Small Animal)  Provided primary healthcare to small companion animals (dogs, cats, rabbits and rodents) and large companion animals and livestock (horses, goats, and pigs)  Performed diagnostic exams and numerous diagnostic tests in-house including, but not limited to bloodwork, cytology, urinalysis, thoracic and abdominal ultrasound, radiology, and effusion collection and analysis in order to diagnose and treat a variety of disease processes  Provided emergency medical treatment during and after office hours for physical traumas, shock, snake bites, urethral blockage, severe anemia and malnutrition, viral diseases, and metabolic disarrangements among other emergencies  Performed numerous soft tissue and orthopedic surgical procedures including, but not limited to, orchiectomy, ovariohysterectomy, hernia (umbilical and inguinal) repair, mastectomy, cesarean section, cystotomy, abdominal exploratory, tumor removal, entropion and third eyelid repair, onychectomy, limb and tail amputation, dental extractions, wound debridement and repair, femoral head and neck osteotomy, and fracture reduction and setting  Performed routine services such as wellness exams and immunizations and educated clients on proper healthcare, dietary needs, dental care, and behavioral issues Allison G Hiers [email protected] (352) 246-4096

 Practiced traditional Chinese veterinary medicine (acupuncture, herbal medicine, and medical massage) as a treatment strategy for many internal medicine and musculoskeletal conditions  Participated in community service activities such as administering low-cost rabies vaccinations at the local animal shelter and offering house call services for pet euthanasia  Organized and carried out routine staff educational seminars

Belleview Veterinary Clinic Belleview, FL June 2006-July 2007 Mixed Animal Associate (Primarily Small Animal)  Performed similar diagnostics, surgical procedures, emergency treatment and routine services as listed above for Trenton Animal Hospital on small companion animals (dogs and cats) and large companion animals and livestock (horses, goats, and pigs)  Exhibited excellent multi-tasking ability in managing a heavy case load (~20-30 cases per day) with an intense surgical load (~ 6 surgeries per day)  Provided broodmare reproductive management (rectal palpation and ultrasound, ovulation synchronization, uterine culture, etc.) for area Thoroughbred farms

Research Experience University of Florida Department of Animal Sciences/USDA Extension 2000-2002 Masters of Science graduate student  Researched the seasonality and control of biting fly and mosquito populations in North Central Florida as a model for disease prevention

Professional Memberships and Leadership Positions American Veterinary Medical Association 2002-Present Student Chapter Vice-President (2003-2004) and Open House Committee (2002-2003) Florida Veterinary Medical Association 2002-Present American Association of Equine Practitioners 2002-Present Student Chapter President (2003-2004) and Vice-President (2002-2003) University of Florida Department of Animal Sciences Graduate Assistant 2000-2002 Teaching Assistant for Techniques in Equine Reproduction (Spring 2001 and 2002) Cooperative Extension (2000-2002)  Helped organize and participate in 4-H clinics and Equine Reproduction Short Course

References

Ted Yoho, DVM Jill Brady, DVM Linda McCollough, DVM Carolina Ortiz, DVM Trenton Animal Hospital Trenton Animal Hospital Haile Plantation Animal Clinic UF CVM 603 N Main St 603 N Main St 5217 SW 91st Dr PO Box 100136 Trenton, Fl 32693 Trenton, Fl 32693 Gainesville, Fl 32608 2015 SW 16th Ave (352) 665-8223 (352) 463-7100 (352) 377-6003 Gainesville, Fl 32608 (352) 392-2212 ext. 4076