He has a special interest in the surgical management of angular limb deformities and complex fractures with a focus on preoperative surgical planning utilizing 3D design and modelling. Dr. John conducts research for manufacturers as well as product testing for bone plating systems and other minimally invasive orthopedic applications.
Dr. John has been a member of the Australian and New Zealand College of Veterinary Scientists (ANZCVS) in small animal surgery since 2016. Membership signifies that a veterinarian demonstrates expertise and competence in small animal surgery. Beyond a degree in veterinary medicine, becoming a member of the College requires at least four years of post-graduate experience as a veterinarian, fulfilling specific guidelines and case studies, and successfully completing rigorous written and oral practical examinations in small animal surgery.
Dr. John speaks at many continuing education events, and acts as an instructor and collaborator in the area of 3D printing and surgical planning for the American College of Veterinary Surgeons (ACVS) yearly conference and the Veterinary Orthopaedic Society. He reviews applications for submission of research grants for the Veterinary Orthopedic Society. Dr. John is part of the ANZCVS membership committee and also contributes to the College of Veterinarians of Ontario (CVO) regulating body by providing expert opinion in surgical cases. He is very proud to be associated with a network of veterinarians and rescue group volunteers who are dedicated to helping people and their pets. When he is not at the hospital, Dr. John enjoys spending his time doing Motocross and mountain bike riding and also enjoys ski racing and competitive tennis.
I was born and raised in Markham Ontario, Canada and completed my undergraduate at the University of Guelph in Animal Biology and then my Doctorate of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) program at the University of Melbourne in Australia. After completing my DVM degree, I undertook a one year rotating internship in medicine, surgery and oncology. In my spare time I enjoy cooking, playing drums and guitar, road tripping, and hanging out with my Husky named, Mila. Mila is full of personality. She’ll even do all her tricks at once in order to secure a treat, and she starts howling if she doesn’t get them quickly enough!
I spent many years in Guelph, first attaining a bachelor of science degree, then completing a masters in reproductive biology at the Ontario veterinary college. In 2016, I graduated from the doctor of veterinary medicine program from the Ontario veterinary college. After graduation, I started practicing veterinary medicine in eastern Ontario where I focused on all aspects of veterinary practice, including medicine, emergency, surgery and dentistry.
After 5 years in eastern Ontario, my husband and I decided to move back to my home town with our two girls; Josie, our 11 year old jack Russell terrier x Pomeranian; and Hayli, our 4 year old mixed breed rescue dog from the OSPCA.
I am so excited to be back in my hometown and join the phenomenal team at CMVH.
During my graduation at the Catholic University of Paraná, Brasil, I had an amazing surgery teacher that made me fall in love with surgery. Since then I started hanging around the OR more and more and trying to satiate my curiosity towards the amazing, oftentimes life-saving procedures surgery can offer.
After graduating, I did a soft tissue focused residency program at the Veterinary Public Hospital of São Paulo and was exposed to many complicated, breathtaking, life saving surgeries. The long hours of work at the hospital gave me a solid foundation on what has always been my passion: doing surgeries. During my residency time I could learn and participate in many complex surgeries including various soft tissue and vascular and thoracic procedures. I was lucky to have great mentors that went above and beyond to teach me how to become a good surgeon.
I believe love is the strongest force on earth. Following my heart, I moved to Canada in January 2021 to be with my partner and since then I have worked on my Canadian Veterinary License, passing all the challenging, very demanding licensing exams on my first attempt.
Currently I am working on my title of specialist in surgery in Brazil, provided by the Brazilian College of Veterinary Surgery.
My parents would say I have "ants in my pants". Well, they were right. I have a strong drive and curiosity to keep learning and I am always looking for the freshest techniques/treatments that can guide us to a better outcome with our beloved patients.
I will follow my special interest in surgery and small animal practice to continue providing great quality of care to our patients and clients.
When I am not at the hospital, I like to spend time with my partner and our 2 cats, learning new things like different types of dance, horseback riding, swimming and hanging out with friends and family.