Staff Criticalist, Cornell University Veterinary Specialists 
Adjunct Assistant Clinical Professor of Emergency-Critical Care, Cornell University College of Veterinary Medicine

SPECIALTY CERTIFICATION

American College of Veterinary Emergency and Critical Care

Dr. Gonzalez is a graduate of Cornell University and received his Doctor of Veterinary Medicine degree from Tuskegee University. Following an internship, he completed a residency in Emergency & Critical Care at the University of Pennsylvania. Dr. Gonzalez worked in a busy specialty-emergency hospital in Los Angeles before joining CUVS in 2018. He is board-certified by the American College of Veterinary Emergency and Critical Care.

Dr. Gonzalez has expertise in both emergency care and in managing critical patients. His special clinical interests are focused on pulmonary medicine and trauma. He believes strongly in practicing the highest level of medicine, going above and beyond for his patients. His warm approachability and authentic connections with his patients’ families ensures that these families are engaged in the care of their pets every step of the way.

Professional Interests

• Pulmonary/respiratory disease
• Trauma
• Mechanical ventilation
• Post-surgical care 
• Thromboembolic diseases