Ryan Pelletier

Provided sheltering and animal services for local and county municipalities, performing high-volume spay and neuter surgeries on shelter animals and publicly owned animals. Managed all aspects of medical care for animals within the physical shelter and foster system, including wellness examinations, acute and chronic illness treatment, and emergency care.

Formulated and implemented preventative and illness care plans for canine and feline patients, including vaccination, parasite prevention, clinical pathology, and diagnostic imaging. Performed various interventional and surgical procedures such as centesis, orchiectomy, ovariohysterectomy, dental extractions, and soft tissue mass removal. Directly supervised medical support staff to ensure quality

Developed and executed preventative and illness care for canine and feline patients, encompassing vaccinations, parasite control, clinical pathology, and diagnostic imaging. Conducted a range of interventional and surgical procedures, including diagnostic centesis, orchiectomy, ovariohysterectomy, and laceration repair. Oversaw medical support staff to deliver high-quality patient care during outp

Formulated and implemented preventative and illness care for canine, feline, and exotic companion species, including vaccinations, parasite prevention, and diagnostic imaging. Performed interventional and surgical procedures such as centesis, urethral catheterization, orchiectomy, ovariohysterectomy, and cystotomy. Directly supervised medical support staff in providing quality patient care during

Served as a staff emergency clinician, performing initial assessments, stabilization, diagnostics, and treatment for canine and feline patients. Executed emergency procedures including wound repair, diagnostic and therapeutic centesis, and urinary catheterization. Assisted specialists across various disciplines with examinations, diagnostics, and procedures for both outpatient and hospitalized pat

Assisted in the initial triage, examination, stabilization, diagnostics, and treatment of native raptors. Performed diagnostics and procedures on hospitalized patients, including phlebotomy, bandaging, radiography, endoscopy, and orthopedic surgery. Participated in didactic lectures and research projects on pertinent topics such as triage, orthopedic repair, and infectious disease.

Gained experience in a six-doctor private practice providing primary and 24-hour emergency care to canine, feline, companion avian and exotic, and zoological species. Engaged in various veterinary services including dentistry, radiology, ultrasonography, echocardiography, soft tissue and orthopedic surgery, and endoscopy. Provided veterinary services for local animal rehabilitation and sanctuary f

Participated in a three-doctor private practice specializing in medicine and surgery of companion exotic species, including birds, small mammals, reptiles, amphibians, and fish. Gained exposure to various procedures such as dentistry, radiology, ultrasonography, soft tissue and orthopedic surgery. Explored alternative therapies like cold laser and acupuncture.

Assisted in neurologic examinations and collected blood samples from yearling emu to investigate the heritability of Mucopolysaccharidosis Type IIIB. Presented a case overview and review of lysosomal storage diseases in avian species to faculty.

Participated in off-site spay/neuter clinics for a non-profit canine and feline rescue group. Performed physical examinations, administered anesthesia, and conducted canine and feline neuter and ovariohysterectomy procedures.

Investigated the effects of plant-derived molecules on biofilm formation of the multiple drug resistant bacterium Acinetobacter baumannii. Performed serial dilution, plating and culture, and data analysis. This role contributed to understanding bacterial resistance mechanisms.

Participated in a study abroad field program surveying aspects of wildlife medicine and management in South Africa. Assisted veterinarians with vaccination, medical treatments, and surgical procedures on shelter and community-owned canines and felines. Actively assisted wildlife capture specialists in chemical immobilization, transport, and first aid of wild species.

Grade: Summa Cum Laude

Activities and societies: Served as an Undergraduate Research Assistant in the Food Microbiology Laboratory, investigating the effects of plant-derived molecules on bacterial biofilm formation. Participated in the 'Vets in the Wild' study abroad program at the University of Pretoria, assisting with animal welfare and wildlife management in South Africa.

Completed a Bachelor of Science in Animal Science, graduating with Summa Cum Laude honors. Gained foundational knowledge in animal biology, welfare, and management.

Grade: GPA: 4.0, Class Rank: 5/99

Activities and societies: Participated in the NCSU CVM Mobile Hospital, assisting with spay/neuter clinics. Engaged in research with the Poultry Health Management Group. Served as Avian Representative for WAAZM and maintained the CVM's aquarium. Captained the NCSU CVM Turtle Rescue Team, treating injured reptiles, and was a member of the Carnivore Team, assisting with red wolf care. Completed elective courses in various specialized veterinary fields.

Focused on small animal medicine with an emphasis on avian and exotic species. Achieved a perfect GPA of 4.0 and ranked 5th in a class of 99 students.