Jonathan T. Shiroma, DVM, MS, DACVR Veterinary Radiologist

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Jonathan (Jon) T. Shiroma, DVM, MS, Diplomate, ACVR, is a Board-certified Veterinary Radiologist at MedVet Columbus, where he has been a part of the team since 1995. He is also the Radiology Specialty Leader for all MedVet locations.

Dr. Shiroma attended Oregon State University where he earned both a Bachelor of Science degree and a Doctor of Veterinary Medicine degree. Following his graduation from veterinary school, Dr. Shiroma completed a yearlong internship in small animal medicine and surgery at Santa Cruz Veterinary Hospital and a three-year residency in small animal radiology at The Ohio State University College of Veterinary Medicine. He also earned a Masters of Science while at The Ohio State University. Dr. Shiroma was an instructor at the University of Florida College of Veterinary Medicine before joining MedVet.

Since becoming a board-certified Diplomate of the American College of Veterinary Radiology in 1993, Dr. Shiroma has become a leader and well-known figure in the national veterinary community. His work has been widely published in peer-reviewed journals, including Veterinary Radiology and Ultrasound, Journal of the American Veterinary Medical Association, Journal of Veterinary Internal Medicine and Veterinary and Comparative Orthopaedics and Traumatology. He is an active advocate of continuing education for veterinary professionals and has lectured locally and nationally on a range of veterinary radiology topics. He has also presented radiology workshops annually at several national conferences. Dr. Shiroma maintains an interest in all aspects of small animal radiology and has particular interests in abdominal ultrasonography, computed tomography and magnetic resonance imaging.

Education & Training

Bachelor of Science: Oregon State University, Corvallis, Oregon
Doctor of Veterinary Medicine: Oregon State University, Corvallis, Oregon
Master of Science: Veterinary Clinical Sciences, The Ohio State University, Columbus, Ohio
Internship: Santa Cruz Veterinary Hospital, Santa Cruz, California
Residency: Veterinary Clinical Sciences, The Ohio State University, Columbus, Ohio

Specializations

Board Certification: Diplomate of the American College of Veterinary Radiology

Professional Affiliations

American College of Veterinary Radiology, Past President
Veterinary Ultrasound Society, Past President
Veterinary Specialist in Private Practice, 2005 Advisory Board
Columbus Zoo and Aquarium Association Board
Conservation and Collection Management Committee, Columbus Zoo and Aquarium
Conservation and Collection Management Committee
Columbus Academy of Veterinary Medicine

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.

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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.