Hannah Sweetwood, DVM
Lake Zurich
Summary
Dedicated emergency veterinarian, skilled in soft tissue surgery, critical case management, emergent procedures, and client communication. Accustomed to managing a high volume of patients and delivering quality care while maintaining compassion and empathy. Committed to fostering a collaborative and growth centered workplace environment.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Associate Veterinarian
VEG ER for Pets
Naperville
02.2025 - Current
- Full-time emergency veterinarian providing comprehensive emergency care for both inpatient and outpatient cases
- Performing emergency soft tissue surgeries and critical care procedures efficiently and effectively.
- Fostering a positive workplace culture through clear communication with clients and colleagues
New ER Doctor
VEG ER for Pets
Chicago
07.2024 - 01.2025
- Immersive 6-month emergency medicine mentorship program. Included over 100 hours of hands on and virtual CE in endoscopy, surgery, critical care procedures, stabilization of common emergencies, and more
- Transitioned from managing simple cases to complex cases to lead clinician on the floor, with mentorship as needed
Small Animal Emergency and Critical Care Assistant
University of Missouri
Columbia
03.2023 - 05.2024
- Triaged animals presenting to the ER, assessed stability of patients, gathered detailed histories from clients
- Performed physical examinations and diagnostic tests, such as x-rays, ultrasounds, blood work, urinalysis, and fecal analysis
- Provided technical skills including blood draws and IV catheter placement
Veterinary Assistant
University of Missouri Small Animal Intensive Care Unit
Columbia
02.2019 - 05.2020
- Cared for critical patients by performing hourly treatments
- Constant monitoring of vital signs and administering medications as needed
- Communicated with doctors and technicians about the status of patients
Veterinary Assistant
All Creatures Animal Hospital
Lake Zurich
01.2016 - 11.2019
- Assisted doctors with appointments, pre-operative procedures, client communication
- Recorded patient history and performed routine treatments on small animals
Supplemental Instructor (BIO_SC 2200, General Genetics)
01.2019 - 05.2019
- Met with Dr. John David on a weekly basis to report on sessions and discuss plans
- Coordinated group activities and tutored students one on one with class material
Education
DVM -
University of Missouri College of Veterinary Medicine
Columbia, MO05-2024
Bachelor of Science - Biological Sciences, Pre-Veterinary Scholar
University of Missouri
Columbia, MO01-2020
Skills
- Soft tissue surgery
- Endoscopy
- POCUS
- Critical Case management
- Diagnostic efficiency
- RECOVER CPR Certified
- Time management
- Client education
Professional Affiliations
- American Veterinary Medical Association
Timeline
Associate Veterinarian
VEG ER for Pets
02.2025 - Current
New ER Doctor
VEG ER for Pets
07.2024 - 01.2025
Small Animal Emergency and Critical Care Assistant
University of Missouri
03.2023 - 05.2024
Veterinary Assistant
University of Missouri Small Animal Intensive Care Unit
02.2019 - 05.2020
Supplemental Instructor (BIO_SC 2200, General Genetics)
01.2019 - 05.2019
Veterinary Assistant
All Creatures Animal Hospital
01.2016 - 11.2019
DVM -
University of Missouri College of Veterinary Medicine
Bachelor of Science - Biological Sciences, Pre-Veterinary Scholar
University of Missouri