Dr Charlotte Patterson
BVMS
Renwick
Summary
Experienced veterinarian with 19 years in companion-animal and equine practice. Skilled in diagnostics, treatment planning, and client communication, with a strong record of collaborative case management and team leadership. Business owner/operator experienced in budgeting, strategic growth, and regulatory compliance. Committed to continuous learning, innovation, and building respectful relationships with Iwi through knowledge of Te Ao Māori, tikanga Māori, and Te Tiriti Waitangi.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Business Owner & Lead Veterinarian
Epona Vet Ltd
01.2021 - Current
- Facilitate peaceful euthanasia services for pets at home in Marlborough.
- Provide locum services to veterinary clinics in the Marlborough region.
- Delivered equine dental services across the South Island, New Zealand.
VTS2
Ministry for Primary Industries
01.2021 - 12.2021
- Provided a range of food safety, animal welfare and biosecurity verification and certification services.
- Analysed Risk Management Programmes for animal food products companies ensuring production was governed by the international standard and national regulations based on HACCP principles (Hazard Analysis and Critical Control points).
- Assessed 'Good Manufacturing Practices' and prerequisite programmes, biosecurity and animal welfare protocols.
Operator and Lead Veterinarian
Horse vets Marlborough
01.2018 - 12.2021
- Responsible for day to day clinic operations.
- Financial management.
- Marketing and Branding.
- Client communication and relationship.
- Business development.
- Legal and compliance knowledge.
- Risk management.
- Record keeping.
- Inventory management.
- Technology utilization for diagnostics.
- Public relations and Networking.
- Client education.
- Scheduling, project management, documentation and reporting.
- Management of equine medical and surgical cases.
- Lameness diagnosis.
- Infectious Disease Management.
- Equine Dentistry.
- Reproductive assessments, dystocias, foal management, artificial insemination.
- Emergency care.
Locum Veterinarian
01.2015 - 12.2018
- Provided exceptional Veterinary care in multiple clinical environments.
- Adapted seamlessly to various team dynamics through excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
- Comprehended and implemented diverse clinic SOPs.
- Applied understanding of human behavior to enhance patient care results.
Companion Animal Veterinarian
Springlands Veterinary Centre
01.2013 - 12.2015
- Delivered primary veterinary services to companion animals.
- Provided appropriate treatment and preventative care through patient and owner consultations.
- Performed analysis and evaluation of diagnostic data.
- Developed comprehensive treatment plans tailored to individual needs.
- Managed anaesthetic and analgesic protocols.
- Performed soft tissue and dental surgeries.
- Coordinated efforts among team members to achieve favorable clinical outcomes.
- Provided emergency and critical care to patients.
- Delivered urgent medical services outside regular hours.
Companion Animal & Equine Veterinarian
Tasman Bay
01.2011 - 12.2013
- Provided appropriate treatment and preventative care through patient and owner consultations.
- Performed analysis and evaluation of diagnostic data.
- Developed comprehensive treatment plans tailored to individual needs.
- Managed anaesthetic and analgesic protocols.
- Performed soft tissue and dental surgeries.
- Coordinated efforts among team members to achieve favorable clinical outcomes.
- Provided emergency and critical care to patients.
- Delivered urgent medical services outside regular hours covering two separate veterinary clinics.
- Performed In-field equine medical treatment and surgery.
- Performed equine dental procedures.
- Managed complex equine medical cases.
- Equine emergencies and referrals.
Companion Animal & Equine Veterinarian
Vet Marlborough
01.2008 - 12.2011
- Provided appropriate treatment and preventative care through patient and owner consultations.
- Performed analysis and evaluation of diagnostic data.
- Developed comprehensive treatment plans tailored to individual needs.
- Managed anaesthetic and analgesic protocols.
- Performed soft tissue and dental surgeries.
- Coordinated efforts among team members to achieve favorable clinical outcomes.
- Provided emergency and critical care to patients.
- Delivered urgent medical services outside regular hours covering two separate veterinary clinics.
- Performed In-field equine medical treatment and surgery.
- Performed equine dental procedures.
- Managed complex equine medical cases.
- Equine emergencies and referrals.
Associate Veterinarian
CG Murfitt & Associates Equine Practice
01.2007 - 12.2008
- Equine Veterinarian in busy ambulatory equine practice.
- Conducted clinical exams to identify equine illnesses and injuries.
- Evaluated and diagnosed lameness and musculoskeletal disorders using gait analysis, nerve blocks, and diagnostic imaging.
- Provided emergency care in field settings, including colic, dystocia, and traumatic injuries.
- Performed minor surgical procedures, such as wound suturing, abscess drainage, and castrations in ambulatory settings.
- Advised owners on optimal horse husbandry practices.
- Performed specialized dental care for equines.
- Authorized international travel documentation for racehorses.
- Evaluated laboratory data to diagnose various conditions, including infections and metabolic disorders.
- Coordinated initiatives to manage equine community health crises.
Education
Bachelor of Veterinary Medical Sciences -
University of Glasgow
01.2007
Veterinary Certification in Equine Dentistry - undefined
EVDS NSW
01.2011
Externship: Neonatal ICU, Equine Medicine & Surgery -
UC Davis
01.2004
Skills
- Clinical diagnostics and strategic treatment planning
- Proficient in surgical operations
- Emergency care expertise
- Effective client communication
- Financial management
- Compliance management
- Document management
- Effective problem resolution
- Problem-solving skills
Personal Information
Hobbies: Riding my horse, Getting out in the wilderness
Timeline
Business Owner & Lead Veterinarian
Epona Vet Ltd
01.2021 - Current
VTS2
Ministry for Primary Industries
01.2021 - 12.2021
Operator and Lead Veterinarian
Horse vets Marlborough
01.2018 - 12.2021
Locum Veterinarian
01.2015 - 12.2018
Companion Animal Veterinarian
Springlands Veterinary Centre
01.2013 - 12.2015
Companion Animal & Equine Veterinarian
Tasman Bay
01.2011 - 12.2013
Companion Animal & Equine Veterinarian
Vet Marlborough
01.2008 - 12.2011
Associate Veterinarian
CG Murfitt & Associates Equine Practice
01.2007 - 12.2008
Veterinary Certification in Equine Dentistry - undefined
EVDS NSW
Bachelor of Veterinary Medical Sciences -
University of Glasgow
Externship: Neonatal ICU, Equine Medicine & Surgery -
UC Davis
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