Adriana Jeanne Scholtz
Veterinary Surgeon
Johannesburg
Summary
Very experienced and highly respected internal medicine clinician with a proven track record at the Johannesburg Specialist Veterinary Centre. Showcase expertise in animal diagnostics and excel in developing comprehensive treatment plans and performing advanced medical diagnostics. Renowned for exceptional communication skills and a collaborative approach, significantly enhancing patient care and outcomes.
25 years' experience in clinical practice and have been running the internal medicine Department at JSVC with Dr Dave Miller since 2009.
An empathetic professional, relating to pet owners and listening closely to their concerns in order to determine best care protocol for each individual patient. Skilled in leveraging medical history and clinical signs to reach efficient and accurate diagnoses.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
2
2
Languages
Work History
Veterinarian
Johannesburg Specialist Veterinary Centre
07.2009 - Current
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
- Excellent consultation skills. Case success is often dependent on a high quality first consultation
- Work well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Work effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Adept at ultrasonography and endoscopy
- Experienced at liaising with advanced imaging facilities for CT, MRI and fluoroscopy
- Fields of interest include all spheres of internal medicine- oncology, immune-mediated disease, infectious disease, dermatology, gastroenterology, endocrine disease, cardiology and neurology.
- Tailor made analgesic plans for osteoarthritic patients or other patients with chronic pain syndromes.
- Experienced with diagnostic procedures such as spinal fluid collection
- Work well with an experienced surgical team, playing a key role in pre-operative diagnostics, intra-operative support and post-operative care.
- ICU management and developing critical care plans for individual patients
- Comprehensive treatment plans to address complex medical conditions in collaboration with clients and referring veterinarians.
Veterinarian
Melville Veterinary Clinic- Vet and Partner
02.2005 - 07.2009
- Communicated with pet owners regarding pet diagnosis, prognosis and treatment.
- Utilized diagnostic imaging tools such as X-rays for accurate identification of internal injuries or abnormalities in patients.
- Provided effective pain management solutions using appropriate pharmaceuticals tailored to each individual patient's needs.
- Performed surgical procedures for better animal health, including spaying, neutering, and soft tissue surgeries.
- Conducted thorough physical examinations of animals to assess overall health and identify potential issues.
- Administered vaccinations to prevent the spread of common infectious diseases among animals in the community.
- Created a welcoming environment for pet owners by addressing concerns with empathy and providing comprehensive explanations of treatment options.
- Delivered compassionate end-of-life care through thoughtful communication with pet owners and administration of humane euthanasia when necessary.
- Improved patient outcomes by accurately diagnosing and treating various animal illnesses and injuries.
- Managed medication administration, dispensed prescriptions and replenished inventory, carefully accounting for controlled substances.
- Established positive relationships with clients through clear communication about their pets'' healthcare needs and follow-up appointments.
- Gathered pet health histories and symptoms to identify root cause of medical issues.
- Enhanced clinic efficiency by streamlining appointment scheduling and maintaining organized medical records.
Veterinarian
Medivet, United Kingdom
08.2002 - 10.2004
- Head veterinarian at Medivet Northwood
- Overall management of the branch
- Surgical and diagnostic procedures done at the branch with the aid of 2 qualified veterinary nurses
- Worked as part of a much larger team at the main centre Medivet Watford.
- Utilized specialized equipment at the main centre eg ultrasound and endoscopy
- Performed surgical procedures
- After-hours emergency medicine at one of the main centres- Medivet Watford, Medivet Hendon or Medivet Enfield.
Veterinarian
R.K. Whitworth
04.2001 - 07.2002
- 100% small animal and exotic practice
- Performed various surgical procedures
- Medicine consultations
- Preventative medicine eg vaccinations
- House calls to various villages in the surrounding countryside
Veterinarian
Medivet
07.1999 - 03.2001
- Small animal clinician travelling between the various Medivet branches existing at the time
- After-hours emergency work at one of the main centres- Medivet Watford, Medivet Hendon and Medivet Enfield
- Branch Manager at Medivet South Harrow. Sole veterinarian in charge of the the general running and management of the practice.
Education
Honours Degree
University of Pretoria
Onderstepoort, South Africa09-2013
Bachelor of Science - Veterinary Science
University of Pretoroa
Onderstepoort, South Africa 04.2001 -
Skills
Client Communication
Internal Medicine Diagnostics
Treatment Planning
Patient Follow Up
Timeline
Veterinarian
Johannesburg Specialist Veterinary Centre
07.2009 - Current
Veterinarian
Melville Veterinary Clinic- Vet and Partner
02.2005 - 07.2009
Veterinarian
Medivet, United Kingdom
08.2002 - 10.2004
Bachelor of Science - Veterinary Science
University of Pretoroa
04.2001 -
Veterinarian
R.K. Whitworth
04.2001 - 07.2002
Veterinarian
Medivet
07.1999 - 03.2001
Honours Degree
University of Pretoria
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