Bio

Dr. Raju has been a practicing veterinarian since 2008. Before embarking on her career in vet med, she was a software consultant for several years during which time she often dreamed of becoming a veterinarian. However, seven years of additional schooling and training seemed like too enormous a challenge. Then in the wake of an unexpected personal and family tragedy, she saw every day how her pets kept her going and helped her to heal. She couldn’t put it off any longer. Dr. Raju loves animals and medicine, but says she is a veterinarian because she knows that often the best way to help humans is to take good care of their best friends.

Dr. Raju says her favorite thing about being a veterinarian is remembering what it was like being a veterinary client and wanting more information than she was getting most of the time. She really enjoys being an educator and advisor, empowering clients to make the most informed decisions possible for their loved ones.

When Dr. Raju isn’t at work, she enjoys spending time with her shepherd mix named Laika. She is also a huge fan of all things Star Wars! She loves geeking out about it with others, so be sure to bring it up when you meet her.

Education & Training

• Doctor of Veterinary Medicine: University of Wisconsin

• Bachelor of Art History and French: Indiana University- Bloomington

• Masters of Learning Sciences: Northwestern University Chicago

Professional Affiliations

• American Veterinary Medical Association