Archives: Staff

Dr. Borjesson joined the College of Veterinary Medicine at Washington State University (WSU) as the Dean in July, 2020. Prior to joining WSU, she served as a Professor and Department Chair in the School of Veterinary Medicine at the University of California, Davis. She was the inaugural Director of the Veterinary Institute for Regenerative Cures. […]

Dr. Lorin D. Warnick serves as the Austin O. Hooey Dean of the College of Veterinary Medicine at Cornell University, a position he has held since 2016 after his role as interim dean in 2015. He also serves as professor of ambulatory and production medicine. Previously, Warnick served as associate dean for veterinary education and […]

Taniya Grayson joined the AAVMC in November 2022. Before coming to the AAVMC, she was the Head Bartender for Great American Restaurants, where she cultivated a culture of outstanding dining experiences and led her team to excellence. Taniya studied Theater Studies at Northern Virginia Community College, where she developed her passion for performing, hospitality, and […]

Monique Pierce serves as the Associate Director for Professional Development at the AAVMC. In this role, she’s responsible for managing and coordinating the professional development programs and products of the AAVMC. She also is responsible for designing instructional content and implementing programs and initiatives related to professional development activities and serves as project manager/staff liaison […]

Madison Croxson serves as the Associate Director for Marketing and Communications at the AAVMC. In this role, she supports content development, campaign strategy and execution, social media management, and more. Madison has a diverse background in the communications field, ranging from content creation to media relations and client service. Over the course of her career, […]

Dr. Heather N. Fedesco serves as the Director for Academic Affairs and Executive Director of the Spectrum of Care Initiative. As the Director for Academic Affairs, Dr. Fedesco provides direction and oversight for initiatives and programs that address educational priorities of the academic veterinary medical community. Her work includes supporting the AAVMC Academic Affairs Committee, […]

Dr. Jessica E. Brodsky serves as the Associate Director for Academic Affairs and the Educational Researcher for the Spectrum of Care Initiative. As the Associate Director for Academic Affairs, Dr. Jessica E. Brodsky assists with providing direction and oversight for initiatives and programs that address educational priorities of the academic veterinary medical community. Her work […]

Dr. Francisco Suárez Güemes is dean of the College of Veterinary Medicine at the National Autonomous University of Mexico (UNAM). During his time at UNAM, he has served as a professor and head of the Department of Microbiology and Immunology, as well as director of graduate programs in animal health and production, and associate dean […]

Ms. Jennifer Ingalls joined AAVMC in February 2022 as Executive Assistant. In this role she supports the CEO and senior leadership team and serves as a liaison to the Board of Directors.  Prior to joining AAVMC she spent more than 20 years in a variety of executive support roles, most recently at the American College […]

Sraavya Polisetti joined the AAVMC in February 2021 as a Data Analyst and Project Manager and is responsible for the analysis of research projects such as those relating to the wellbeing of veterinary professionals. Previously, she worked as an Analyst on operational improvement projects at Google and the Food and Drug Administration. Sraavya received her […]