Unlike many of her classmates, Linda Wong isn’t looking to work in a small, large, or mixed animal practice. She plans to spend her career in laboratory animal medicine, caring for laboratory animals.
“I want to give a voice to lab animals and ensure their ethical use and treatment,” Linda said.
Linda plans to pursue a lab animal medicine residency after graduation. She said WSU’s Doctor of Veterinary Medicine program has provided a core of skills to build on as she moves into her career.
“The faculty, technicians, and staff have all taught me clinical skills required for the job and that my education does not end at WSU, and that I should stay curious and current on advancements in veterinary medicine,” Linda said.
Linda received her bachelor’s degree in biology with a specialization in behavioral biology from Boston University before attending WSU’s veterinary school.
One of her favorite aspects of WSU is the diversity of species in the exotics ward.
Depending on the patient, for Linda, it could feel like home.
Linda has two red-eared slider turtles named Tommy and Susie; and a ball python named Boops. She also has two rat terriers, Nimbus and Cirrus, and a Siamese cat named Dayo. She loves them all and coffee.