Shelby Neely, VMD, MA

Shelby Neely, VMD, MA

Veterinary Reviewer

Expertise

Veterinarian, Freelance Writer

Education & Background

Dr. Neely earned her undergraduate degree from New York University before completing her Veterinary Medicine Doctorate (VMD) at The University of Pennsylvania.

She has practiced veterinary medicine for over 30 years while also working as a freelance writer and editor.

Media & Publications

Dr. Neely has been featured in numerous media outlets including The Philadelphia Inquirer, The Main Line Times, ABC Channel 6, NBC Channel 10, and Martha Stewart Living Radio.

She created and hosted "Ask The Cat Doctor Talk Radio" and produced "Tails from the Cat Doctor" for ewave.tv.

Her website AskTheCatDoctor.com was awarded Best Cat Health Website in the 2012 Readers Choice Awards.

Areas of Expertise

  • Small animal medicine and surgery
  • Feline medicine
  • Veterinary telemedicine
  • Expert witness consulting

Current Work

  • Veterinarian at Banfield Pet Hospital, Dresher, PA
  • Telemedicine veterinarian for JustAnswer
  • Freelance medical writer
  • Veterinary malpractice expert witness

Professional Memberships

  • American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA)
  • American Association of Feline Practitioners (AAFP)
  • American Animal Hospital Association (AAHA)
  • National Association of Women Veterinarians
  • Pennsylvania State Licensed Veterinarian
  • Member of Cornell Feline Health Center

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