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About

In addition to being a double board-certified emergency critical care specialist and toxicologist, Dr. Justine Lee is a world-renowned veterinary speaker, scientist, blogger, and author. She is the CEO and founder of VETgirl, a subscription-based podcast and webinar service offering RACE-approved continuing education (CE). At home, Dr. Lee has a rescued pit bull mix named Milo and a rescued black cat named Luna.

Education

  • Doctor of Veterinary Medicine
  • Cornell University College of Veterinary Medicine
  • Bachelor of Science, Animal Sciences
  • Virginia Tech

Experience

Currently, Dr. Lee works as a criticalist at Animal Emergency & Referral Center of Minnesota, and is a consultant for the non-profit ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center. She is 1 of approximately 500 board-certified veterinary specialists worldwide in emergency and critical care. Previously she pursued her internship at Angell Memorial Animal Hospital, which is affiliated with the MSPCA. In addition, she has also completed an emergency fellowship and residency at the University of Pennsylvania.

Articles

  1. Dr Justine Lee holding black cat to her face

    Kidney Disease in Cats: What You Need To Know

    Kidney disease in cats is prevalent. Learn about the symptoms, diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of chronic renal...
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  2. Woman holding Scottish Fold cat

    Diabetes in Cats, Part 2: Treatment & Prevention

    Learn how to treat diabetes in cats (typically with twice-a-day insulin) and what you can do to help prevent the...
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  3. British Shorthair lying on floor

    Diabetes in Cats, Part 1: Symptoms & Diagnosis

    Learn about the symptoms and diagnosis of diabetes in cats. An estimated 1 in every 200 cats is thought to be affected...
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  4. Vet trimming nails of black cat

    Declawing Cats: Why Not To Declaw and Alternatives To Doing So

    There are many alternatives to declawing; we’ve covered some of the most common and effective options here in an...
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  5. Black cat being examined by vet

    A Vet’s Pet Peeve: Cat Vomiting Isn’t Normal

    Dr. Justine Lee explains how certain underlying medical problems can cause chronic cat vomiting. If your cat vomits...
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  6. Dr. Justine Lee, veterinarian

    Ask the Vet: Should I Get Cat Insurance?

    You may wonder if it’s worth getting pet insurance. If you don’t have an emergency fund readily available, cat insurance...
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  7. Dr. Justine Lee with black cat

    How To Prepare For Your Cat’s Vet Visit

    What can you do to prepare for your cat’s vet visit? Try these insider-veterinary tips: Acclimate your cat first...
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