Dr. Carol McConnell

Carol McConnell, DVM, MBA

Dr. Carol McConnell is a vice president and the chief veterinary medical officer at Veterinary Pet Insurance (VPI), the oldest and largest provider of pet health insurance in the United States. A graduate of the University of California, Davis, School of Veterinary Medicine, she also holds a BS from Cornell University and a master’s degree in business administration from Purdue University.

Prior to joining VPI in 2004, Dr. McConnell worked in the biomedical industry and practiced veterinary medicine at a Delaware veterinary hospital. She has been a guest lecturer at the University of Pennsylvania and a veterinary radiology department fellow at UC Davis. Dr. McConnell is the recipient of several awards, including an American Veterinary Medical Association award for promoting the veterinary profession.

Posts by Dr. Carol McConnell

5 Most Common Christmas Day Pet Emergencies

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5 Most Common Christmas Day Pet Emergencies

Keep Your Cat Safe: Avoid These 5 Accident-Related Injuries

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Keep Your Cat Safe: Avoid These 5 Accident-Related Injuries

The Most Dangerous Days for Pets

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The Most Dangerous Days for Pets

3 Ways to Reduce Your Pet's Cancer Risk

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3 Ways to Reduce Your Pet's Cancer Risk