Elizabeth Grimes DVM

DVM
Texas A&M University College of Veterinary Medicine

MS in Biomedical Sciences
Kansas State University

When I was younger, my childhood pet was injured in a boarding facility while on a family vacation. I was able to witness the care she received from a multitude of specialists, as she was in a cast for several weeks. After seeing the extent of her care and her recovery, I decided I wanted to be able to do the same for other animals. I started volunteering at a veterinary clinic as soon as I could, which only further affirmed my desire to pursue a career in veterinary medicine.

Prior to veterinary school, I worked as an emergency veterinary technician, where I was first introduced to emergency medicine. I was immediately drawn to the fast-paced environment and the opportunity to support both animals and their families during some of their most stressful moments. My interest continued to grow throughout veterinary school, and during my clinical year, I was able to take several emergency rotations. These experiences exposed me to a wide variety of unique cases, and the dynamic, unpredictable nature of emergency medicine is what continues to drive my interest in the field.