Partner CE with Upstate Veterinary Specialties

This track is available for both DVMs and LVTs

Elizabeth Wolf DVM, FFCP

NYSED CE Credits: 1.0

Bite wounds are common emergencies in dogs and cats. This presentation focuses on bite wound management in the urgent care setting. We will review the relevant anatomy and physiology of wound healing and discuss how to evaluate and stabilize a bite wound patient. We will also explore how to determine an appropriate treatment plan for bite wounds, as well as specific techniques used in open and closed wound management.

Learning Objectives

1. To understand the phases of wound healing and factors that may delay wound healing
2. To learn how to assess a bite wound patient and determine if immediate or delayed closure of the wound(s) is indicated
3. To review the specific options and techniques for bite wound management

Qualifications and ExperiAnce

Dr. Elizabeth Wolf was born in New York City and raised in northern New Jersey. In 2002, Dr. Wolf studied abroad in Segovia, Spain, and participated in La Universidad SEK’s cultural and language immersion program. In 2003, she received her Bachelor of Arts in Spanish. Dr. Wolf is fluent in oral and written Spanish.

Dr. Wolf spent two years in Boston, MA, researching multiple sclerosis in human medicine before pursuing veterinary school. In 2009, she obtained her Doctor of Veterinary Medicine from University of Illinois, College of Veterinary Medicine. Following her DVM, Dr. Wolf completed a small animal medicine and surgery internship with NYC Veterinary Specialists in New York, NY.

Dr. Wolf’s career started at BluePearl Veterinary Partners in 2010, where she practiced for eleven years. As a senior clinician within the emergency service, she provided emergency medical care, performed urgent surgical procedures, and trained and mentored interns. Before joining Upstate Veterinary Specialties, Dr. Wolf relocated to the upstate area as an Associate Veterinarian for Sand Creek Animal Hospital in Albany, NY. Dr. Wolf has a special interest in emergency medicine. She is a fear-free certified professional, aiming to reduce patients’ stress during hospital visits.

Dr. Wolf lives with her fiance and their very sweet and spirited Pugweiler, Raspberry Jam. Dr. Wolf enjoys hiking, skiing, travel, and live music.