Darah Lynne Sueme
Tucson
Summary
Dynamic veterinarian with extensive experience, excelling in advanced surgery and compassionate client communication. Proven ability to enhance animal wellbeing through effective treatment strategies and meticulous record-keeping. Recognized for leadership in a new hospital setting, fostering a collaborative environment and ensuring high standards of patient care. Familiar with working with communities in need of veterinary care, familiar with working in a "low cost" ICU high stress environment.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Associate Veterinarian
Western Veterinary Partners
Tucson, AZ
12.2025 - Current
- Conducted thorough examinations and diagnostics for diverse animal cases.
- Developed and implemented treatment plans tailored to individual patient needs.
- Educated pet owners on preventive care and responsible pet ownership practices.
- Collaborated with veterinary technicians to ensure efficient workflow during procedures.
- Maintained accurate medical records using electronic health record systems.
- Advised clients on end-of-life care options, providing compassionate support during emotionally challenging times.
- Handled complex dental procedures skillfully while minimizing discomfort for patients.
- Developed comprehensive vaccination schedules tailored to each patient''s unique needs, protecting against preventable diseases throughout their lifespan.
- Developed dietary and nutritional plans to help animals reach and maintain optimal weight.
- Quarantined infected animals for specialized treatment to curtail disease spread.
Lead Veterinarian
Friends of Pima Animal Care
Tucson, AZ
02.2025 - 11.2025
- Practiced veterinary medicine with emphasis on preventive care, chronic disease management and emergency medicine in small animals.
- Led, coached and implemented a new team in all aspects of patient care and client management for a brand new hospital.
- Communicated with pet owners regarding pet diagnosis, prognosis, and treatment in a concise, friendly way.
- Able to practice fear free medicine so my patient's enjoy returning to the clinic.
- Familiar with good biosecurity practices.
- Worked with the community to get low income households veterinary care while demonstrating unconditional positive regard.
- Able to perform soft tissue surgeries including spays, neuters, cystotomy, enterotomy, gastrotomy, anastomosis, mass removals, enucleation, thoracic and pelvic limb amputation and basic dental procedures such as gingival flaps.
- Able to delegate tasks, stay calm and focused under pressure while being in a leadership role.
- Able to efficiently manage 30-40 consultations a day while still practicing the best medicine.
- Able to collaborate with others to promote the best outcome for cases.
- Familiar with the most recent best practices of veterinary medicine.
- Familiar with companion animal, mixed animal, research animal, food animal, and equine medicine standards of practice.
Associate Veterinarian
Pet Doctor
Tucson, AZ
09.2023 - 01.2025
- Lead veterinary surgeon.
- Consulted with clients in examination rooms including verbally citing physical exam findings and including clients when formulating a plan.
- Able to demonstrate unconditional positive regard to clients to encourage them to bring patients back regularly.
- Maintained detailed diagnosis and treatment records.
- Helped improve animal well being by advising owners on the most current strategies and treatment options.
- Able to maintain a schedule and prevent clients from waiting.
- Able to perform 30-40 basic soft tissue surgeries safely and effectively per day.
Education
Doctor of Veterinary Medicine - Veterinary Medicine
University of Arizona
Tucson, AZ08-2023
Bachelor of Science - Veterinary Science
University of Arizona
Tucson, AZ12-2015
Associate of Applied Science - Veterinary Technology
Pima Community College
Tucson, AZ05-2011
Skills
- Excellent communication
- Technologically competent
- Advanced surgery and anesthesia abilities
- Reliable
- Detailed record keeping
- Good radiology interpretation
- Biosecurity and herd health
- Established relationship with AZ State Veterinarian
- Excellent at establishing and maintaining VCPRs
Accomplishments
- Started a successful art business while enrolled in veterinary school. I managed and promoted the business while also creating art.
- Assisted in creating standard operating procedures for the newly established Friends of Pima Animal Care Community Clinic.
- Assisted with Santa Cruz Veterinary Clinic with the community TNR program successfully altering hundreds of stray animals.
Timeline
Associate Veterinarian
Western Veterinary Partners
12.2025 - Current
Lead Veterinarian
Friends of Pima Animal Care
02.2025 - 11.2025
Associate Veterinarian
Pet Doctor
09.2023 - 01.2025
Bachelor of Science - Veterinary Science
University of Arizona
Associate of Applied Science - Veterinary Technology
Pima Community College
Doctor of Veterinary Medicine - Veterinary Medicine
University of Arizona