In this episode of the VetMed Mind:

Rachel interviews VGP Member and pet education advocate, Dr. Mondrian Contreras. A graduate of the University of Florida College of Veterinary Medicine, he is the owner of the Carol Stream Animal Hospital and Central Bark Doggie Daycare. Dr. Contreras has written articles for Batavia Living Magazine and several children's books, including his most recently released story, Bubba's Bad Breath: The VetBros Take On Dental Care.

Dr. Contreras is a highly involved member of his community. He hosts an annual charity dog show event that helps raise money for pet owners undergoing various hardships by providing some financial assistance for their pets’ medical needs. Dr. Contreras is the founder of VetBros Pet Education Charitable Fund, a 501c3 organization that helps people and their pets through education and financial assistance for pet medical care.

You can learn more about his beautiful community mission at, http://vetbrospeteducation.org or about his veterinary hospital at carolstreamah.com

Follow VetBros Pet Education Charitable Fund on Facebook!

Buy his educational children's books (perfect for lobby reading!): Amazon

Learn about how he has made a difference in his community: NBC5 Making A Difference Award

The VetMed Mind is a podcast project about sharing inspirational stories, lessons, and successes from the fantastic people of the veterinary industry.