Robert L. Gillette, DVM, MSE, DACVSMR
Robert Gillette is a veterinarian with 38 years of practice experience (KSU DVM, 1988), 25 of those years as a board-certified veterinary specialist in sports medicine and rehabilitation (Diplomate in the American College of Veterinary Sports Medicine and Rehabilitation, Charter Member). Dr. Gillette has received post-doctoral training in human biomechanics and exercise physiology (Masters of Science Education, University of Kansas, 1998). He has spent the last 30 years studying and researching the performance sciences related to the athletic and working dogs, and studied how these concepts apply to Veterinary Rehabilitation in general.
His current business is Sportsvet Veterinary Consulting where he provides expert guidance and scientific consultation in the pet and veterinary markets to strengthen organizational credibility, product innovation, and education. He also provides clinical support to practicing veterinarians in the area of sports medicine and rehabilitation.
Professional Background
- Dip. American College of Veterinary Sports Medicine & Rehabilitation
- Post-Doc MSE in Kinesiology & Exercise Physiology
- Veterinary Clinical Experience-38 yrs
- Dedicated Specialty Clinical Experience-25 yrs
- Research Experience in Canine Performance-30 yrs
- Research in Wound Healing & Reconstructive Surgery-3 yrs
Operational Canine Experience
- Managed Auburn University Performance Dog Program-10 yrs
- Managed Auburn University Active Dog Laboratory-12 yrs
- Experience Working Dog Large Kennel Operations-30 yrs
- Greyhound Breeding/Racing-25 yrs
- Lifetime Hunting Dog Experience
Related Veterinary Skills
Modalities: 15 yrs Laser Therapy; 20 yrs Electrical Stimulation; 10 yrs Therapeutic Ultrasound; 35 yrs Injectable Sclerotherapy
Diagnostics: Gait Analysis; Computer Enhanced Video Analysis; Thermography; Force Plate; Pressure Mat; Inertial Measurement Units; Exercise Metabolic Sensors; Physiological Testing
