Chloé Matelski
DOCTOR OF VETERINARY MEDICINE
About Me
I earned my DVM from Texas A&M in 2015. Before veterinary school, I attended Texas Academy of Mathematics and Science at the University of North Texas. I earned my Bachelor of Science degree in Animal Science from Texas A&M in two years - Gig 'em! I have studied overseas in Kenya, Spain, Italy, Germany, Switzerland, Ireland, Scotland, Holland, and Estonia; and continue to travel and explore the world every chance I get. I have a wide range of interests in emergency care from trauma and pain management to emergency surgery. In my free time I enjoy spending time with my kiddos (5 dogs = Delainey, Remington, Benton, Otter, and Jalapeño; 1 Bearded Dragon = Frank; and 1 parakeet = Kitt).
I am always up for a new adventure!
Employment
2021 - Present
Pathway Vet Alliance
Traveling Relief Veterinarian
Travel to various Pathway Vet Alliance hospitals around the United States to provide veterinarian relief.
Triage, diagnose and treat emergencies in small animals.
Collaborate with co-workers and referral veterinarians.
Communicate with clients - describe disease processes, comfort grieving owners, and explain treatment plans.
Perform skilled emergency procedures.
2015 - 2021
Central Texas Veterinary Specialty and Emergency Hospital
Previously: Emergency Animal Hospital of Northwest Austin
Emergency Veterinarian
Triage, diagnose and treat emergencies in small animals.
Manage critically ill referral patients for overnight care.
Assess, adapt and make decisions confidently and efficiently.
Perform soft tissue surgery.
Direct nurses and support staff; manage the hospital during overnight hours.
Collaborate with co-workers and referral veterinarians.
Communicate with clients - describe disease processes, comfort grieving owners, and explain treatment plans.
Perform skilled emergency procedures.
Treat injured wildlife and animals from the local shelter.
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Conducted a research project comparing anesthesia drugs used in NHPs.
Worked with clinical veterinarians in a lab animal setting.
Aided in various surgical procedures.
Attended IACUC meetings.
Participated in a management series discussing professional growth and developing managerial skills.
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2010 - 2011
Alcon Laboratories, a Novartis Company
Associate Scientist - Preclinical Safety
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Collected data for various measures during GLP regulated studies.
Administered drugs during preclinical trials on various lab animal species.
Used Provantis software to view protocols, record data, and evaluate statistics.
Followed and developed several SOPs.
Performed necropsies to collect samples for drug safety levels.
Worked with my team to complete pharmacokinetic sampling.
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Performed cytology of fecal samples and calculated WBC differentials.
Took histories and initial exams of patients.
Placed catheters, drew blood, assisted in surgery, and monitored anesthesia.
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Performed various husbandry tasks including: diet preparation, meal distribution, and cleaning marine tanks.
Tested chemical concentrations of water to maintain safe levels.
Completed an intense Spanish short course at Eureka.
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Directed a behavioral research project on the inner drive in cattle to exercise.
Collected data on research bull calves.
Formulated diets, polled and castrated calves, and monitored health daily.
Trained and supervised new workers.
Taught University students about the ongoing research.
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Education
2020
Certification Course in Veterinary Acupuncture
International Veterinary Acupuncture Society
Portland, Oregon, USA
Pending: Certified Canine Acupuncturist
Doctor of Veterinary Medicine
Bachelor of Science - Animal Science
Cum Laude
Environmental Ethics and African Wildlife Conservation
High School Diploma and Two Years of University
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Professional Memberships and Licenses
State Licenses
Current
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International Veterinary Acupuncture Society
American Academy of Veterinary Acupuncture​
Veterinary Emergency and Critical Care Society
American Veterinary Medical Association
Texas Veterinary Medical Association
Capital Area Veterinary Medical Association
European Veterinary Emergency and Critical Care Society
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Past
Student Chapter of the American Veterinary Medical Association
International Veterinary Student Association
Student Chapter of American College of Veterinary Pathologists
Laboratory Animal Medicine Club
American Association for Laboratory Animal Medicine
Texas Academy of Math and Science Ambassador
HOPE Helping Other People Everywhere
GOPHER Group of People Helping Elderly Residents
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Certifications & Awards
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(Currently in Process) Certified Canine Acupuncturist_2020
Self-Directed International Veterinary Student Travel Award_2014
Texas Public Education Grant - Veterinary Medicine Texas Resident_2014
College of Veterinary Medicine Professional Student Scholarship_2014
College of Veterinary Medicine Scholarship_2014
Dr. Charles W & Douglas H Riley Scholarship_2014
Dr. Fred & Vola Palmer Endowed Scholarship_2013
Ball-Kamenar Memorial Scholarship_2013
Self-Directed International Veterinary Student Travel Award_2013
Laboratory Animal Medicine Vendors Veterinary Student Scholarship_2013
Texas Branch AALAS Conference Registration Sponsorship_2012
Registered Laboratory Animal Technician_2011
Registered Assistant Laboratory Animal Technician_2010
Certification of Completion Academia de Español_2008
Cum Laude_2008
TAMU Distinguished Student_2007
Gold Cord Honor for Community Service_2006
UNT Dean's List_2005
UNT Dean's List_2004