Christine Parascandola

Christine Parascandola is a Doctor of Veterinary Medicine candidate at Long Island University, with an expected graduation in 2025. Experience includes roles as a veterinary extern at Oradell Animal Hospital, Columbus Zoo and Aquarium, and The Wilds. Prior positions encompass emergency veterinary technician at Veterinary Emergency & Referral Group, and emergency veterinary technician assistant at BluePearl Specialty + Emergency Pet Hospital. Notable academic involvement includes a master's case study at San Diego Zoo Global focusing on dietary effects on gut microbiomes in southern white rhinoceros. Additional experience consists of wildlife care at Wildlife Conservation Society, dog walking at Rover.com, and volunteering at Animal Kind Veterinary Hospital. Christine is also pursuing a Master of Science in Conservation Medicine at Tufts University.