BVSc (Hons) (Qld), Veterinarian
Dr Trudy Seidel is a female Veterinarian.
Dr Trudy Seidel grew up in Mount Barker, where she spent her childhood caring for and rehabilitating rescued wildlife. Supported by her parents and inspired by the local veterinarians who helped her in her mission, D. Seidel recalls wanting to be a veterinarian for as long as she can remember. A compassionate and attentive doctor, she places great emphasis on her long-term relationships with her patients and the families who love them.
"I love helping pets and animals but I also like the rewarding part of being part of a community, being able to talk with people about their lives and how their pets are part of their lives, how to improve the quality of their and their pet's life," she says. "I feel it is a great privilege to care for pets and to be an ongoing part of their life. I love getting to know people and being trusted to help them make decisions around their pet's health care."
Dr Seidel earned her Bachelor's of Veterinary Science with first class honours from the University of Queensland. While there, she received an award for demonstrated care and commitment to wildlife.
Her professional interests include internal medicine, surgery, pain management, geriatric care and palliative care. She is a member of the Australian Veterinary Association, SA Division of Australian Veterinary Association, Australian Veterinary Dental Society, Veterinary Information Network, United Veterinary Group, Bayer Accelerate, Vet Education Online, University of Sydney Post Graduate Foundation, Idexx Learning Centre, and Australiana Veterinary Association New Graduate Mentor Program.
