Emergency & Critical Care
Dr. Lisa A. Murray

 

Credentials: DVM, DABVP
Birthplace: Joliet, IL
Undergraduate college/university: Iowa State University
Veterinary School: Iowa State University
Residency: Emergency & Critical Care Residency at Mississppi State University and Auburn University, completed in 2007
Board Certification: DABVP American Board of Veterinary Practitioners (canine/feline), 1994. Re-certified through year 2014

What inspired you to become a veterinarian: I had the desire to be a veterinarian since a very young child and that desire never swayed. Veterinary Medicine allows me to help pets and their people, while practicing science.

What do you like most about veterinary medicine: I came to VSC because of the opportunity to share my knowledge and experience with a diverse group of specialists. We pool our knowledge and experiences to provide the best possible care for our patients.

What are your special interests in veterinary medicine: Nutrition for critically ill dogs and cats, pain management, blood transfusion medicine, thoracic & abdominal disease, and critical patient monitoring.

Interests outside of veterinary medicine:  Toastmasters, Gardening, Dressage, Family, Church

Family Pets: Jessie Mae - German Shepherd/Hound Mix, Haystack - Domestic Shorthair Cat, Galaxy - Oldenburg Mare, Red Wonder - Oldenburg Gelding, Heidi - Retired Thoroughbred Mare