Catarina Lima

Conducted consultations with pet owners to discuss pets health concerns and medical history. Performed
thorough physical examinations on animals to assess health and identify any medical issues. Diagnosed medical
conditions based on examination findings, laboratory tests, and diagnostic imaging. Performed surgical procedures
when necessary, such as spaying, neutering, or addressing injuries. Administered vaccinations to prevent common
infectious diseases and ensure pets long-term health.
• Played pivotal role in surgical and medical care of animals, including performing surgical procedures,
administering vaccinations.

Oversaw daily operations of a 24/7 emergency veterinary hospital, coordinating medical teams, implementing
process improvements, and ensuring compliance with clinical protocols. Collaborated with veterinary and
administrative leadership to align operational goals with high standards of patient care. Participated in clinical
governance meetings, contributed to internal audits, and assisted in preparation for clinical trial collaboration
initiatives.
• Engaged in feasibility discussions for clinical implementation in emergency settings, contributing insights
into protocol adaptation.

Developed comprehensive treatment plans tailored to each patients specific needs, including medication
prescriptions, surgical interventions, and follow-up care. Oversaw operations of veterinary practice, including
staffing, scheduling, and budgeting. Conducted regular reviews of health and safety protocols, identifying areas for
improvement. Implemented practice policies and procedures to maintain efficiency and compliance with regulatory
standards. Monitored and recorded adverse reactions to medications and vaccines administered to patients.
Addressed client complaints and requests.
• Created safe and secure environment for both employees and clients by providing comprehensive staff
training on health and safety protocols.

Practiced surgical techniques, anaesthesia administration, and post-operative care protocols. Performed surgical
procedures on variety of animals, ranging from routine spays and neuters to more complex surgeries. Monitored
post-operative care and addressing complications.

Collaborated with research supervisors to design study protocol, defining research objectives, inclusion/exclusion
criteria, and data collection methods. Conducted literature reviews to identify relevant studies and inform study
design decisions. Reviewed existing clinical data to identify potential research gaps and formulate research
hypotheses. Liaised with veterinary professionals and hospital staff to obtain access to clinical data and patient
records. Applied appropriate statistical tests and methodologies to evaluate surgical outcomes and assess the
efficacy of treatment interventions.