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Local Veterinarian Recognized for Professional Excellence
Dr. Janet Dornhoff, DVM, of Country Court Animal Hospital in Wheeling receives recognition from Illinois State Veterinary Medical Assoc.
A local veterinarian has received an important recognition for her efforts to reach for professional excellence in caring for animals.
Dr. Janet Dornhoff, DVM, of Country Court Animal Hospital in Wheeling, completed the Illinois Academy of Veterinarian Education, offered through the Illinois State Veterinary Medical Association in Springfield. ISVMA, which represents more than 2,500 veterinarians, Certified Veterinary Technicians and veterinary and CVT students on public policy issues affecting the industry, has offered the program to help veterinarians extend beyond the required 40 hours of continuing education in their field over a two-year period.
Dr. Dornhoff is a graduate of the acclaimed veterinary school at the University of Illinois and has worked with a variety of animals in nearly 20 years at Country Court Animal Hospital. She is especially interested in animal behavior and preventing and managing chronic and severe pain.
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“We are continually impressed by the dedication of many members like Dr. Dornhoff who both help animals every day, and want to learn more and grow in their profession,” said Deborah Lakamp, CAE, Executive Director of ISVMA. “We congratulate Dr. Dornhoff and all of our members who work tirelessly to help all pets and animals live long, healthy and happy lives.”