Rafael Portillo-Gonzalez

Rafael Portillo-Gonzalez is a veterinarian and postdoctoral researcher at The Ohio State University, specializing in disease prevention and antimicrobial stewardship to improve animal health and welfare. With a PhD in Veterinary Preventive Medicine, Epidemiology, and Public Health from The Ohio State University, Rafael has significant expertise in on-farm antimicrobial quantification and dairy cattle management. Prior experience includes roles as Area Manager at Purchasing Services Inc., where responsibilities involved prospecting and educating veterinary practices, and as a Scientific Assistant at the Paul G. Allen School for Global Animal Health. Rafael also held commercial and technical roles at Bayer Animal Health and possesses an MBA in Management from Troy University, alongside an Associate's Degree in Marketing and Sales.