Lauren Geiger, DVM
Boulder
Summary
Experienced veterinarian specializing in small animal practice with a focus on internal medicine and surgery. Over 20 years of clinical experience, including routine surgeries and treatment plan implementation. Strong interpersonal skills foster effective communication with clients and team members. Dedicated to improving clinic efficiency and patient care standards.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Associate Veterinarian
Eastlake Veterinary Services
Thornton
02.2025 - Current
- Diagnosed and treated various animal health issues with care and precision.
- Collaborated with veterinary technicians to provide high-quality patient care.
- Educated pet owners on proper care, nutrition, and preventive health measures.
- Performed surgical procedures under anesthesia with strict adherence to safety protocols.
- Explained disease and condition diagnoses, prognoses, and treatment options to pet and animal owners to provide information for decision-making concerning care.
Medical Director
VCA All Pets Animal Hospital Lafayette
Lafayette
09.2016 - 12.2025
- Directed leadership for veterinary hospital, ensuring regulatory compliance and effective management of associate veterinarians.
- Cultivated teamwork environment to deliver high-quality veterinary care.
- Guided AAHA re-certification process, enhancing hospital standards.
- Conducted comprehensive veterinary duties, including physical exams and vaccinations for cats and dogs.
- Managed extensive medical cases with thorough assessments.
- Executed elective and non-elective surgical procedures for varied patient needs.
- Administered acupuncture treatments to designated patients based on individual requirements.
Relief Veteriarian
Self
Boulder
01.2020 - 02.2025
- Provided high-quality medical care to canine and feline patients in diverse general and urgent care practices throughout Colorado, Utah, New Mexico, New York, and Oregon.
- Adapted quickly to new hospital settings, staff, and workflows, maintaining efficiency and excellent patient outcomes in both high- and low-volume environments.
- Performed a wide range of procedures, including routine and internal medicine workups, and wellness/preventive care.
- Developed strong client communication skills by building trust, and delivering clear, empathetic guidance in unfamiliar clinical settings.
- Contributed to practice success by offering reliable short- and long-term relief coverage, often requested for repeat engagements due to professionalism and performance.
- Mentored support staff and newer veterinarians in clinical skills, case management, and hospital operations.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge in diagnostics, therapeutics, and practice technologies.
- Gained broad exposure to different practice management systems, treatment protocols, and client demographics.
Intern Medical Director/Trainer
VCA All Pets Boulder Animal Hospital
Boulder
01.2018 - 06.2018
- Provided support for the veterinary hospital, hospital team and hospital manager. Participated in the hiring process to develop the hospital team. Ran staff and doctor meetings to improve continuity in the hospital.
Veterinarian
Alpine Hospital For Animals
Boulder
10.2015 - 09.2016
- Conducting all responsibilities of a veterinarian, including seeing cats, dogs for physical exams and vaccines, working up extensive medical cases, performing surgery, handling daytime emergencies. Performing laser therapy and acupuncture on appropriate patients.
Veterinarian
Ken Katz, DVM, PC (Superior)
Superior
04.2014 - 07.2015
- Conducting all responsibilities of a veterinarian, including seeing cats, dogs and exotics for physical exams and vaccines and emergencies. Working up extensive medical cases. Performing elective and non-elective surgery. Using Laser therapy in managing cases. Managing staff schedules.
Veterinarian
Allbrick Veterinary Clinic
Federal Heights
12.2009 - 04.2014
- Conducting all responsibilities of a veterinarian, including seeing cats and dogs for physical exams and vaccines, working up extensive medical cases and performing surgery. Planning and running monthly doctor meetings to ensure continuity between doctors. Starting new and improved surgery and medical protocols that benefited the doctors, the patients and the income of the practice.
Veterinarian
Banfield Pet Hospital
Boulder
09.2008 - 10.2009
- Conducting all responsibilities of a veterinarian, including seeing cats and dogs for physical exams and vaccines, working up extensive medical cases and performing surgery. Planning and running monthly doctor meetings to ensure continuity between doctors. Starting new and improved surgery and medical protocols that benefited the doctors, the patients and the income of the practice.
Education
Doctor Of Veterinary Medicine -
Ross University School Of Veterinary Medicine
West Indies05-2005
Bachelor of Science - Biology
SUNY At Binghamton
Binghamton, NY05-2001
Skills
- Medical case management
- Veterinary diagnostics
- Surgical procedures
- Staff mentoring
- Communication skills
- Time management
- Problem solving
- Client relations
Certification
- Member of the American Veterinary Medical Association.
- Education Commission Foreign Veterinary Graduates (ECFVG) certified.
- Licensed by the State of Colorado, State of Utah, State of New Mexico, State of New York.
- Licensed by the Drug Enforcement Agency
- Certified by the USDA
- Certified to perform Veterinary Acupuncture
- Fear Free Certified
References
Available upon request
Leadership and Service
Board Member
Relief Veterinary Medical Association - State Advocacy Chair
October 2022- Present
- Collaborate with national and state-level veterinary organizations to represent the unique needs of relief veterinarians in legislative and regulatory matters.
- Advocate for fair labor policies, licensure portability, and equitable access to professional resources for relief practitioners.
- Provide veterinary field insight to help shape policy recommendations and support effective legislative engagement.
- Contribute to RVMA's mission of supporting relief veterinarians through professional development, representation, and community-building.
Board Member
Colorado Veterinary Medical Association - Advocacy Commission
- Joined the CVMA Advocacy Commission to advise on statewide legislative priorities impacting veterinary professionals and animal welfare.
- Engage with policymakers, stakeholders, and CVMA leadership to promote evidence-based veterinary policy.
- Help shape strategic advocacy initiatives that support the profession across Colorado, including scope of practice, access to care, and public health issues.
Timeline
Associate Veterinarian
Eastlake Veterinary Services
02.2025 - Current
Relief Veteriarian
Self
01.2020 - 02.2025
Intern Medical Director/Trainer
VCA All Pets Boulder Animal Hospital
01.2018 - 06.2018
Medical Director
VCA All Pets Animal Hospital Lafayette
09.2016 - 12.2025
Veterinarian
Alpine Hospital For Animals
10.2015 - 09.2016
Veterinarian
Ken Katz, DVM, PC (Superior)
04.2014 - 07.2015
Veterinarian
Allbrick Veterinary Clinic
12.2009 - 04.2014
Veterinarian
Banfield Pet Hospital
09.2008 - 10.2009
Doctor Of Veterinary Medicine -
Ross University School Of Veterinary Medicine
Bachelor of Science - Biology
SUNY At Binghamton
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