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Dr. Catherine Ashe, DVM

Dr. Cat Ashe is an American veterinarian and a 2008 graduate of the University of Tennessee College of Veterinary Medicine, with a background in emergency medicine, general practice, teaching, and mentorship. She is dedicated to providing compassionate, high-quality care and building strong relationships with clients and their pets. Throughout her career, Dr. Ashe has managed complex medical cases in both emergency and primary care settings and has been actively involved in teaching and mentoring veterinary students, technicians, and early-career veterinarians. She is also deeply committed to community service and has worked with organizations providing care for pets of people experiencing homelessness. As she relocates to Canada, Dr. Ashe is excited to bring her clinical expertise, collaborative approach, and passion for accessible veterinary care to a new community.

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Dear New Grad: A Series; The Art of Veterinary Medicine (Part 2 of 8)

In this Vetpocket™ article, part 2 of our 8-part mentorship series, Dr. Catherine Ashe will share her 18 years of clinical wisdom. How do you provide gold-standard care when the “Dream of Veterinary Medicine” hits the reality of a financial crisis? Dr. Catherine Ashe dives into the complexities of implicit bias in the exam room through the case of Penny, an 8 year old intact Pit Bull with a suspected pyometra. Discover how to offer the best medicine while staying grounded in the real-world challenges of modern veterinary practice.

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Dear New Grad: A Series; The Art of Veterinary Medicine (Part 1 of 8)

In this Vetpocket™ article, part 1 of our 8-part mentorship series, Dr. Catherine Ashe will share her 18 years of clinical wisdom. Vet school teaches anatomy and physiology, but it rarely teaches the art of human connection. Learn actionable strategies to overcome unconscious bias, improve client communication, and navigate the complex transition from student to practicing veterinarian.

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