Laura Bacon, DVM, DABVP (Canine and Feline)
Asst Professor Of Practice | Animal Science
Overview
Dr. Laura Devlin Bacon grew up on a family farm and marina bordering tidal salt marshes of the Delaware River. She earned a B.S. in Biology from Ursinus College before moving to Atlanta, Georgia, to work as a dissecting technician for CryoLife. She then moved to Knoxville to attend the University of Tennessee College of Veterinary Medicine, graduating with her Doctorate of Veterinary Medicine in 2000.
Since graduation, Dr. Bacon has practiced in the Knoxville area, focusing on patient care and improving access to veterinary medicine. Her professional accomplishments include founding and scaling an AAHA-accredited small animal practice in Seymour, TN, establishing the Knoxville location of Lap of Love Veterinary Hospice and In-Home Euthanasia, and founding East Tennessee Veterinary Ultrasound in Farragut, TN.
In 2009, Dr. Bacon was awarded Diplomate Status in Canine and Feline practice by the American Board of Veterinary Practitioners (ABVP). She continues to practice part-time and is an instructor at the University of Tennessee College of Veterinary Medicine. Her professional interests include ultrasonography, internal medicine, cardiology, end-of-life care, practice management, and veterinary education.
Dr. Bacon currently serves on the Knoxville Veterinary Medical Association Executive Board and the ABVP Outreach Committee. She is also a founding member of the ABVP Companion Animal Ultrasound Practice Fellowship and serves as the mentor for the UT Pre-Vet club.
Courses
Below are courses taught during the current or past three academic years. Consult Timetable for the most current listing of courses and instructor(s).
A147A Veterinary Medical Ctr
2407 River Drive
Knoxville, TN 37996
2407 River Drive
Knoxville, TN 37996
Laura Bacon, DVM, DABVP (Canine and Feline)
Asst Professor Of Practice | Animal Science
A147A Veterinary Medical Ctr
2407 River Drive
Knoxville, TN 37996
2407 River Drive
Knoxville, TN 37996
Overview
Dr. Laura Devlin Bacon grew up on a family farm and marina bordering tidal salt marshes of the Delaware River. She earned a B.S. in Biology from Ursinus College before moving to Atlanta, Georgia, to work as a dissecting technician for CryoLife. She then moved to Knoxville to attend the University of Tennessee College of Veterinary Medicine, graduating with her Doctorate of Veterinary Medicine in 2000.
Since graduation, Dr. Bacon has practiced in the Knoxville area, focusing on patient care and improving access to veterinary medicine. Her professional accomplishments include founding and scaling an AAHA-accredited small animal practice in Seymour, TN, establishing the Knoxville location of Lap of Love Veterinary Hospice and In-Home Euthanasia, and founding East Tennessee Veterinary Ultrasound in Farragut, TN.
In 2009, Dr. Bacon was awarded Diplomate Status in Canine and Feline practice by the American Board of Veterinary Practitioners (ABVP). She continues to practice part-time and is an instructor at the University of Tennessee College of Veterinary Medicine. Her professional interests include ultrasonography, internal medicine, cardiology, end-of-life care, practice management, and veterinary education.
Dr. Bacon currently serves on the Knoxville Veterinary Medical Association Executive Board and the ABVP Outreach Committee. She is also a founding member of the ABVP Companion Animal Ultrasound Practice Fellowship and serves as the mentor for the UT Pre-Vet club.
Courses
Below are courses taught during the current or past three academic years. Consult Timetable for the most current listing of courses and instructor(s).