Jennifer J. Rich, DVM, DACVIM (Neurology) Veterinary Neurologist

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Jennifer J. Rich, DVM, Diplomate, ACVIM (Neurology) is a Veterinary Neurologist at MedVet Dallas, where she has been a part of the medical team since 2017. Dr. Rich studied Biomedical Science at Texas A&M University before transferring to Ross University School of Veterinary Medicine in St. Kitts, West Indies, where she completed her Doctor of Veterinary Medicine degree. Following her graduation from veterinary school, Dr. Rich completed a yearlong rotating internship in small animal medicine and surgery at SouthPaws Veterinary Specialists and Emergency Center in Fairfax, VA, and then went on to complete a three-year residency in neurology and neurosurgery at Mississippi State University College of Veterinary Medicine.

Although Dr. Rich maintains an interest in all aspects of small animal neurology, she is particularly passionate about advanced neurosurgical procedures, including spinal stabilization and foramen magnum decompression. Dr. Rich’s favorite part of being a veterinarian is the opportunity to get to know her patient’s owners and to help them become an integral part of their pet’s recovery process. When not caring for patients, Dr. Rich enjoys salsa dancing, SUP boarding with her dogs, and discovering hidden jazz venues.

Education & Training

Doctor of Veterinary Medicine: Ross University School of Veterinary Medicine, Basseterre, Saint Kitts and Nevis
Internship: SouthPaws Veterinary Specialists and Emergency Center, Fairfax, Virginia
Residency: Mississippi State University College of Veterinary Medicine, Mississippi State, Mississippi

Specializations

Board Certification: Diplomate, American College of Veterinary Internal Medicine (Neurology)

Professional Affiliations

American Veterinary Medical Association
Texas Veterinary Medical Association

What is a Veterinary Specialist?

A veterinary specialist is a Doctor of Veterinary Medicine who has completed extensive post-graduate education and clinical training in a focused area. After passing a certifying board examination in their chosen specialty field, they are called a diplomate of their specialty college and considered an expert in this area of veterinary medicine. There are over 20 veterinary specialties recognized by the American Veterinary Medical Association.
This expertise is complementary to the care provided by your family veterinarian. You may be referred to a MedVet hospital if your pet needs specific equipment and/or expertise that your veterinarian does not have. Collaboration between you, your veterinarian, and your veterinary specialist is critical to providing the best outcome for your pet. Click here to learn more about the specialists at MedVet.

What others are saying

My dog has seen numerous specialists to assist with multiple life threatening problems. The expertise, professionalism and sincere love of their job is always evident and I always feel reassured that they’re as concerned over my pet’s welfare as I am. – David B.