Dr. Sandor Gal
Veterinary School
- University of Veterinary Sciences, Budapest, Hungary
- Graduated as DVM in 1981 ( www.univet.hu/english )
- Completed ECFVG program in May, 1987 / USA
Memberships
- American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA)
- American Animal Hospital Association (AAHA)
- Indiana Veterinary Medical Association (IVMA)
- Central Indiana Veterinary Medical Association (CIVMA)
- Hungarian Veterinary Chamber (MAOK)
- World Organization of Hungarian Veterinarians (MAVSZ)
- Regional Director for the Western Hemishere (www.mavsz.com)
Licensure
- Veterinary license: State of Indiana
- Veterinary license: State of North Carolina
Veterinary Professional Experience
Airport Animal Emergency Center (AAEC) - Indianapolis, Indiana
- 1989 to present: Trauma Surgeon and Emergency/Critical CareVeterinarian
- AAEC is the oldest veterinary emergency clinic in Central Indiana, serving almost 100 veterinary hospitals after regular hours, during weekends and holidays. I have specialized experience in Trauma Surgery, Critical Care, high-risk patient management, and a vast array of disorders and diseases. Alongside my work at AAEC, I have also worked in many, many practices as a relief veterinarian in Central Indiana as a general practitioner.
Log Cabin Animal Hospital - Indianapolis, Indiana
- 2004 to present: Founder and co-owner of this unique, small-animal practice (www.logcabinvet.com)
Banfield the Pet Hospital - Indianapolis, Indiana
- 2002-2003: Visiting veterinary surgeon and relief veterinarian.
Dunes Pet Animal Hospital - Gary, Indiana
- 1985-1987: Full time veterinarian working at a regular small animal practice which has won the " Best Designed AVMA Hospital" award in 1984.
Small Animal Teaching Hospital - Szekesfehervar, Hungary
- May, 1984-February, 1985: General veterinarian for companion animals specializing in surgical techniques, also teaching veterinary technician students (surgery, radiology and laboratory) and veterinary students (surgery).
Large Animal Teaching Hospital - Debrecen, Hungary
- October, 1981- May, 1984: General veterinarian for cattle, swine and horses concentrating on surgical techniques, part-time zoo animal practice and race horse practice. Part-time position teaching "Animal Hospital Technology" to veterinary technician students.
Research
- Experimental studies with a magnetotherapeutic device for the treatment of osteoporosis, spinal cord traumas, protrusions and muscle disorders (1984)
- Experimental testing of drug effects on sheep fetus for the Maternity Department of Medical Science, efficacy testing of a new drug (1983)
- In vivo and in vitro studies regarding the role of non-protein nitrogen in the feeding of ruminants (1978)
Publications
Hungarian Veterinary Journal, Hungary
- General impressions about the American veterinary practice (September, 1985)
- Summary of the Feline Leukemia Virus and the new FeLV vaccine
- Economical analysis of the American veterinary practices. Profit making and high quality veterinary medicine in the USA (February, 1986)
- Practice Tips for the small animal practitioners - Monthly article (1986-1991)
- Recommendations for reducing the oversupply of veterinarians in Hungary: An Introduction to Private Veterinary Business (January, 1990)
- General Overview of an AAHA Hospital in the USA (July, 1986)
Hungarovet (Hungarian Veterinary Information Network)- www.hungarovet.com
- Numerous veterinary articles on surgery, internal medicine, practice management and practice tips.
Lectures
2004 October 28 - Budapest, Hungarovet-Hungaromed Conference
http://www.hungarovet.com/konferencia/hvhm/english.html
- Practice philosophies and practice structures. Building and remodeling. (Dr.Gal)
- Where and how to start a small animal practice (Dr.Gal)
- Individual versus group practice: factors to consider. (Dr.Gal)
- Establishing fair prices for veterinary services (Dr.Gal)
- Support personnel in your veterinary practice (Dr.Gal)
- The economy of inhal. anesthesia: the benefits of anesthesia and treatment protocols. (Dr.Gal)
- How to grow your practice by 50%? (Dr.Gal)
2004 June 5 - Budapest , I. Veterinary Information Conference
http://www.hungarovet.com/konferencia/details_eng.html
- HungaroVet and its objectives in veterinary communication (Dr.Gal)
- Evidence-based veterinary medicine and its relation to internet veterinary practice: How can the internet help with quick and accurate diagnosis? (Dr.Gal)
1999 March 2 - Indianapolis, IN- Hosted by Elly Lilly: Global Business Conference (Doing Business in the Emerging Economies of Central and Eastern Europe)
- How to set-up an export office or export division for Eastern Europe(Dr. Gal)
Special Interest
Surgery, Critical Care, Aging Pets, Applied Informatics to educate pet owners.
Personal Interest
Tennis, skiing, playing chess, gardening and reading.
Children
I have two children, Alex (9) and Noelle (4)
