With more than 25 years in veterinary medicine, this Doctor of Veterinary Medicine focuses on veterinary forensics, necropsy, and shelter medicine, with extensive involvement in animal cruelty investigations. His work includes performing forensic necropsies across multiple species and providing expert opinions in criminal matters involving abuse, neglect, and organized animal fighting, including testimony in multiple jurisdictions. His background also includes close collaboration with animal control agencies, where he evaluates procedures, standards of care, and operational practices in cases with legal implications.

Across his career, he has served in long-standing shelter veterinarian roles, combining clinical care with forensic analysis and protocol development. His responsibilities have included conducting medical examinations, establishing shelter medical and euthanasia procedures, and contributing to disaster preparedness planning, including authorship of emergency response programs and training initiatives. He holds a DVM, a Master of Science in Veterinary Forensics, and a graduate certificate in the same field, supporting his work in determining cause of injury or death and evaluating animal care practices in medico-legal contexts.