Cristina Carballo

Cristina Carballo is a highly experienced veterinarian, currently serving as Medical Director at National Veterinary Associates since January 2020. Prior to this role, Cristina worked as an Associate Veterinarian at Springtown Veterinary Hospital and Austin Equine Associates, where responsibilities included primary medical decision-making for preventative and emergency care for both small animals and sport horses. Cristina gained valuable experience as an Intern Veterinarian at Austin Equine Associates, handling a significant portion of after-hours emergencies. Starting as a Veterinary Technician at Large Animal Hospital of Tufts University and subsequently working in product development and research at HOSSO Inc. and the Orthopaedic Research Laboratory at Tufts University, Cristina has a strong foundation in veterinary medicine and research. Academic credentials include a Doctor of Veterinary Medicine and a Master's of Science in Biomedical Sciences from Tufts University, as well as a B.S. in Biology/Spanish from Oklahoma State University.