Corey Schmidt, DVM, MPH, MS, DACVO

Dr. Schmidt is originally from Rochester, NY. She received her undergraduate degree from Cornell University in Animal Science. She went on to obtain a dual Doctorate in Veterinary Medicine and Masters in Public Health from the combined degree program at Iowa State University and the University of Iowa in 2009. She completed a rotating small animal multispecialty internship at VCA Veterinary Referral Associates in Gaithersburg, MD.

After completion of her internship, Dr. Schmidt went to Colorado State University to complete a 3-year residency in Comparative Ophthalmology as well as a Masters in Clinical Science. During her residency she helped contribute to both human and animal scientific knowledge with her research in the areas of antioxidants to delay glaucoma-induced retinal damage, the prevention of recrudescent feline herpes virus ocular disease, and the progression of different types of radiation-induced cataracts.

Dr. Schmidt has been practicing clinical ophthalmology in the NY and CT areas since 2014. She enjoys working with all species of animals, and practices compassionate and detail-oriented medical care. She also enjoys lecturing at continuing education events where she can share her knowledge and experience with other veterinarians. (Source)