Kathleen Bedard, DVM, DACVO® Veterinary Ophthalmologist

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Kathleen Bedard, DVM, Diplomate, ACVO is a Veterinary Ophthalmologist at MedVet Lexington, who has been a part of the team since 2019. Dr. Bedard earned a Bachelor of Science in Biology from Grand Valley State University in Allendale, MI. She earned her Doctor of Veterinary Medicine from North Carolina State University in Raleigh, NC. Following graduation from veterinary school, Dr. Bedard completed a yearlong rotating internship in small animal medicine and surgery at the Ohio State University in Columbus, OH. Dr. Bedard also completed a one-year Ophthalmology Internship before completing her Ophthalmology Residency, both at the University of Georgia in Athens, GA.

Dr. Bedard maintains a special interest in ophthalmology surgery, specifically corneal and cataract surgery. When it comes to her favorite part of practicing veterinary medicine, Dr. Bedard is passionate about the Client and Patient Experience.

In her free time, she enjoys hiking, reading, painting, drawing, and paddleboarding.

Education & Training

Bachelor of Science: Grand Valley State University, Allendale, Michigan
Doctor of Veterinary Medicine: North Carolina State University, Raleigh, North Carolina
Internship: Ohio State University, Columbus, Ohio
Residency: University of Georgia, Athens, Georgia

Specializations

Board Certification: Diplomate of the American College of Veterinary Ophthalmology

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.