PROFESSIONAL INTERESTS

Emergency and critical care of dogs and cats

PERSONAL INTERESTS

Running, cycling, playing basketball, strength training, reading, and music

EDUCATION

B.S. from Rutgers University, D.V.M. from Cornell University

HOW I GOT HERE

I joined Pender's Emergency Department in 2012 after graduating from veterinary school. I grew up in New Jersey, where my parents settled after emigrating from India. My last name is pronounced "Purth-day."