Lisa E Schenkel

Lisa E Schenkel serves as an Assistant Professor and Program Director for the Veterinary Technology program at Mercy University's School of Health and Natural Sciences. A veterinarian with clinical expertise in critical care, pain management, and surgery, she integrates her practical experience into academia. After earning veterinary certification and completing internships in California, she joined Animal Medical of New City in 2000 while developing academic credentials as an adjunct (2011) and later full-time faculty member (2012). Her responsibilities include course instruction in pharmacology, clinical pathology, and international field experiences.

Research & Clinical Focus:

• Critical care and pain management in small animals
• Veterinary rehabilitation therapy (certified in 2007)
• Veterinary medical acupuncture (certified in 2010)
• Service learning curriculum development
• Global veterinary outreach programs

Committee Leadership:

• Chair, SHNS Global Initiatives Committee
• Co-chair, Natural Sciences and Veterinary Technology Lab Safety Committee
• Attending veterinarian, Institutional Animal Care and Use Committee
• Faculty Development Grant Committee member