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International Journal of HIV and AIDS research
International Conference on
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Sexually Transmitted Diseases, AIDS and Parasitic Infections
Parasitology, Infectious Diseases, STDs and STIs
September 21-22, 2017 San Antonio, TX, USA
One Health in the real world: Zoonotic parasites important to veterinarians and pet
owners
Jay Tischendorf
Merck Animal Health, USA
Parasites commonly infect and can debilitate or kill animals, including our pets. Many common parasites
are also zoonotic, exemplifying the One Health concept. Parasite prevention is thus critical in pets, as is
awareness of the risks these organisms pose to individuals and public health. This presentation will highlight
several especially important zoonotic pet parasites and provide information on preventative strategies to minimize
exposure and risk.
Biography
Dr. Tischendorf holds a BS degree in Zoology from Ohio University and Doctor of Veterinary Medicine and Biomedical Sciences(DVM) degree from Colorado
State University. He serves as a regional veterinarian with Merck and is based in the Houston area. His special interests include emerging and zoonotic diseases,
anesthesiology, dermatology and animal creulty forensics and investigations. Prior to becoming a DVM he worked as an endangered species biologist and
widland firefighter. In his free time he trains natural resource professionals on wildlife tracking and immobilization. He is former Marine and has lived in roughly
15 states over the course of his carrers..