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Doctor Miranda Alexander


 

 

 

Doc Alex with her hand raised feral kitten named  "Paddy".


Miranda M. Alexander, DVM

Education
1973-1978-  Veterinary Technician.  Completed pre-vet requirements.
1979 to 1981: Summer work/study  in anesthesia, radiology and dermatology
June 1982: Doctor of Veterinary Medicine, University of California at Davis
June 1982 to June 1983: Medical and Surgical Internship, Grand Avenue Pet Hospital
June 1983 to current:  30-50 hours/year continuing education.  Ultrasound training. Special interest in veterinary dentistry.
Publications
California Veterinarian, March 1982 "Cheyletiella Dermatitis in Small Animal Practice."
Professional Affiliations
AAHA, AVMA, CVMA, SDVMA, Veterinary Information Network (VIN)
Awards-  2005 -Bishop Maher Award  presented by Father Joe Carroll- Vaccine Program for Pets of Homeless People.  Awarded to people who choose to help those in poverty.
Community Service- Volunteer and Co-founder of St. Vincent de Paul  vaccine program (18 years).
Interests- Hiking with scientist husband Michael and the dogs, avid reader, traveling to see family in Australia, our  annual big Irish family reunions, enthusiastic gardener  (fragrant and edible plants).

 

 With  beloved Mercy, 1994-2008