Title: Veterinarian
Company: Wise Practice
Location: Alura, Colorado, United States
Dr. Joe Manning, veterinarian at Wise Practice, has been recognized by Marquis Who’s Who Top Doctors for dedication, achievements, and leadership in veterinary medicine.
With nearly a decade and a half of experience, Dr. Manning has built a distinguished career in veterinary medicine. He has excelled as the director of veterinary medicine at Freedom Health LLC since 2024, which specializes in enhancing equine digestive health through its Digestive Conditioning Program and products designed to support natural digestion and improve overall performance in horses, and as a veterinarian at Wise Practice since 2012. His responsibilities encompass veterinary health, clinical testing, field trials, and veterinary education. He is also engaged with a startup that is transitioning products from the veterinary field to human trials. His experience includes roles such as senior technical veterinarian at PetVivo Holdings Inc. from 2021 to 2024, equine field veterinarian at Dechra Veterinary Products Limited from 2014 to 2020, and positions in equine technical services and product development at Vetoquinol Global from 2014 to 2015. He has also served as national sales manager for equine at Animal Health International from 2013 to 2014, senior equine technical services manager at Merck Animal Health from 2009 to 2013, equine practitioner at Equine Sports Medicine & Surgery from 2003 to 2009, resident veterinarian and ranch manager at Western States Ranches from 2002 to 2003, owner and operator of Castlewood Canyon Equine from 1998 to 2002, and veterinarian at Littleton Equine Medical Center from 1991 to 1998.
To stay current with industry developments, Dr. Manning is a member of the American Association of Equine Practitioners and the American College of Theriogenologists. He also dedicates his time to the Society for Theriogenology and volunteers with the Unwanted Horse Veterinary Relief Campaign. In light of his impressive undertakings, he received the Circle of Excellence Award from Merck Animal Health in 2012. Laying a solid educational foundation for these accomplishments, he pursued a degree from Michigan State University, earning a Bachelor of Science in Veterinary Medicine in 1987, a Doctor of Veterinary Medicine degree from the College of Veterinary Medicine at Michigan State University in 1991, and a Master of Business Administration from Texas Christian University in 2009.
Dr. Manning takes great pride in his role as a mentor, reflecting on the significant impact that mentorship has had on his career. He values the exchange of knowledge and support that mentorship offers, both as a mentor and a mentee. He emphasizes that effective professional development hinges on this mutual support, and also underscores the importance of teamwork, noting that the most successful outcomes are often achieved through collaborative efforts. He remains committed to being a productive and cooperative team member, and highlights the significance of “paying it forward.” Recognizing the generational challenges and the trend of veterinarians moving away from the field, he is dedicated to supporting and guiding the younger generation, just as he has been supported throughout his career. He attributes his success to his passion for animals, which he got from growing up on a farm, and his love of the medical aspect and always wanting to learn more. In the coming years, he aspires to continue with his profession and his consulting services through his own business.
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