Professional Summary

Dr. Vipasha Sharma is a passionate and skilled small animal veterinarian with a strong focus on oncology and diagnostic imaging. She brings hands-on clinical expertise in advanced cancer management, surgical procedures, anesthesia, and multimodal patient care. Currently pursuing her M.V.Sc., she is committed to evidence-based practice and continuous professional development in companion animal medicine.

Education

• M.V.Sc. in Veterinary Surgery & Radiology Dr. G.C. Negi College of Veterinary & Animal Sciences, Palampur (2024 – Present)
• B.V.Sc. & A.H. Dr. G.C. Negi College of Veterinary & Animal Sciences, Palampur (2018 – 2023)

Key Expertise & Clinical Experience

• Oncology: Extensive experience in medical, surgical, and multimodal management of canine tumors. Competent in chemotherapy administration, monitoring treatment response, managing side effects, and designing individualized treatment plans. Skilled in basic reconstructive procedures including local and regional flaps.
• Diagnostic Imaging: Proficient in abdominal ultrasonography, lymph node evaluation, basic echocardiography, plain & contrast radiography, radiographic interpretation, rigid endoscopy (rhinoscopy & otoscopy), and basic dental radiography.
• Anesthesia & Critical Care: Expertise in sedation, general anesthesia, use of mechanical ventilators, neuromuscular blocking agents, peri-operative monitoring, and recovery management in dogs and cats.
• Soft Tissue & Orthopedic Surgery: Proficient in routine and advanced procedures including neutering, C-sections, cystotomy, hernia repair, tumor excision, gastrointestinal surgeries, and fracture fixation (IM pinning, Rush pins, plating).
• Ophthalmology & Dentistry: Management of entropion/ectropion, enucleation, cherry eye, corneal ulcers, dental scaling, and tooth extractions.
• Internal Medicine & Gynecology: Competent in managing common medical cases, fluid therapy, analgesia, reproductive examinations, pregnancy diagnosis, and dystocia management.

Research & Achievements

• Thesis Research: “Process evaluation of multimodal neoplasm management strategies in dogs.”
• Poster presentation at the 47th Annual Conference of Indian Society for Veterinary Surgery (ISVS) & National Symposium.
• Completed a year-long clinical internship across multiple veterinary hospitals, gaining broad exposure to small animal practice.
• Participated in several specialized trainings including:
  • International Workshop on Sustainable Animal Production and Animal Health (University of Melbourne collaboration)
  • Hands-on training in Applied Clinical Diagnostic Imaging in Companion Animals
  • Non-Invasive Ventilation in small animal anesthesia and critical care
  • Field-based strategies in diagnosis and management of itchy dogs

Leadership & Extracurricular

• President, Student Council Association (SCA), DGCN COVAS
• Class Representative, B.V.Sc. 1st Year