2010-2011 Intern Veterinarians
Dr. Caleb Lund, DVM
Dr. Lund grew up on a family owned cattle ranch in eastern Wyoming, where his interest in veterinary medicine began. He has a Bachelor of Science from Chadron State College in Nebraska, and his Doctor of Veterinary Medicine from Colorado State University, where he also recieved the Equine Surgery Section award. As a veterinary student he developed a special interest in equine soft tissue and orthopaedic surgery, lameness, shoeing, as well as all other aspects of daily equine practice. In his free time he enjoys spending time of the family ranch, riding, and enjoying the outdoors.
Dr. Erin Contino, DVM, MS
Dr. Contino, a native of the Bay Area, is a graduate "A" of Morgan Territory Pony Club and an avid 3-day eventer. She spent several years as a 3-day eventing trainer and as farm manager of Denny Emerson's Tamarack Hill Farm. She then moved to Colorado and earned a B.S. in Equine Science, a Masters degree in Equine Radiology, and a DVM from Colorado State University. While in vet school she was active in the AAEP, serving as secretary and president. Upon graduation, Erin received the ACVS Proficiency in Large Animal Surgery Award and hopes to pursue a career in equine sports medicine and surgery.
Dr. Georgette Shields, DVM
Dr. Shields graduated from UC Davis, School of Veterinary Medicine. While in veterinary school she was part of the Veterinary Emergency Response Team, and received specialized training in large animal airlift rescues. During her undergraduate education at Cal Poly, San Luis Obispo, she completed internships training dolphins, raising stocker cattle, and worked part time in a small animal hospital, before finally deciding to pursue a career in equine medicine. Her professional interests include animal rescue and disaster response, radiology and ultrasonography. During her free time she enjoys spending time with her husband in Sacramento, spending time with her two dogs, baking, cooking, and trail riding.
