Cynthia Melgoza
Denver
Summary
Dynamic and adaptable veterinarian dedicated to delivering exceptional client education and personalized care. Practice integrative medicine with a strong focus on orthopedic disease, rehabilitation, and pain management, complemented by plans to pursue certification in rehabilitation following acupuncture certification. Passionate about preventive medicine, neurology, and internal medicine while actively promoting diversity within the veterinary field by enhancing accessibility for clients and inspiring underrepresented individuals to pursue careers in veterinary medicine. Bilingual in Spanish, enabling effective communication and fostering inclusive environments for a diverse clientele.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Associate Veterinarian
Rising Sun Animal Care
Denver, CO
07.2024 - Current
- Executed feline and canine dental procedures and basic soft tissue surgeries.
- Introduced the use of integrative medicine strategies, incorporating nutraceuticals, laser, acupuncture, PEMF, and physical therapy education to the practice.
- Fostered long-term partnerships with numerous clients and techinical staff to enhance collaboration and satisfaction.
Research Assistant
Center for Companion Animals
Fort Collins, CO
05.2022 - 08.2022
- Managed laboratory operations involving feline husbandry to support research objectives.
- Assisted with diet trials and medication administration. Collected samples and monitored vital signs. Prepared patient samples for further analysis.
On-Call Radiology Technician
CSU Veterinary Teaching Hospital
Fort Collins, CO
04.2021 - 05.2022
- Positioned, obtained and formatted radiographs
- Assisted with fluoroscopy, CT and ultrasounds.
- Taught appropriate position and techniques on various diagnostic imaging modalities to students.
Technician Assistant Internal Medicine
VCA Bay Area
San Leandro, CA
05.2019 - 09.2020
- Assisted in performing endoscopy, rhinoscopy, fluoroscopy, and CT studies.
- Assisted with evaluations, venipuncture, restraint, and performing in house diagnostics
- Managed send-out diagnostics, blood bank stock, and departmental inventory
- Weekly shifts in IMCU providing inpatient treatments such as, administering medications, providing post- op care, and assessing patients hourly.
Education
Acupuncture -
CuraCore Academy
Fort Collins, CO08-2026
Doctor of Veterinary Medicine -
Colorado State University
Fort Collins, CO05-2024
Bachelor of Science - Biology
University of Redlands
Redlands, CA04-2019
Certification
- Fear free certificated Aug 2020
- CPR (BLS & ALS) Certificated April 2024
- Acupuncture Certification Pending
Timeline
Associate Veterinarian
Rising Sun Animal Care
07.2024 - Current
Research Assistant
Center for Companion Animals
05.2022 - 08.2022
On-Call Radiology Technician
CSU Veterinary Teaching Hospital
04.2021 - 05.2022
Technician Assistant Internal Medicine
VCA Bay Area
05.2019 - 09.2020
Bachelor of Science - Biology
University of Redlands
Acupuncture -
CuraCore Academy
Doctor of Veterinary Medicine -
Colorado State University