Patricia Queiroz-Williams, DVM, MS

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Bringing Expertise in Veterinary Anesthesia to Louisiana State University

The LSU School of Veterinary Medicine is proud to announce that Patricia Queiroz-Williams has been appointed as the Interim Director and Clinical Lead for Shared Services at the Veterinary Teaching Hospital. As a distinguished Professor and Service Chief of Veterinary Anesthesia and Analgesia in the Department of Veterinary Clinical Sciences, Queiroz-Williams is set to enhance the quality of veterinary education and clinical services at LSU.

With a Master of Science degree from Universidade Estadual Paulista School of Medicine in Brazil and a Doctor of Veterinary Medicine from Universidade Federal de Minas Gerais, Queiroz-Williams possesses a robust academic background that informs her teaching and clinical practice. Her research interests focus on the clinical use of alfaxalone across different species, as well as anesthesia in rabbits and avian patients. This research is critical for advancing the field of veterinary anesthesia and improving patient outcomes.

Queiroz-Williams has a strong teaching portfolio, focusing on veterinary anesthesia and analgesia, anesthetic drug pharmacology and pharmacodynamics, as well as anesthesia for exotic and food animals. Her dedication to teaching has not gone unnoticed; she has been recognized multiple times on the Dean’s Teacher Merit Honor Roll from 2011 to 2020, reflecting her commitment to student success and educational excellence.

In addition to her teaching accolades, Queiroz-Williams has a keen clinical interest in anesthesia and analgesia for exotic and farm animals. Her expertise in this area is invaluable, particularly as the demand for specialized veterinary care for diverse species continues to grow.

The Veterinary Teaching Hospital at LSU provides students with hands-on experience in a clinical setting, and under Queiroz-Williams’ leadership, the hospital is expected to enhance its focus on innovative practices and compassionate care. This aligns with LSU’s mission to advance knowledge and practice in veterinary medicine.

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