Lawrence Garcia

Larry Garcia, M.S., D.V.M., serves as medical director of the Veterinary Emergency Treatment Service (VETS) team. With a diverse background in general practice, shelter medicine and emergency response; Garcia boasts a wealth of experience and leadership in veterinary disaster preparedness and animal sheltering. As leader of the UF VETS team, Garcia is responsible for developing medical protocols, overseeing medical equipment and pharmaceutical inventory and providing leadership and training to team members. His role ensures the VETS Team remains ready to respond to disasters affecting animal populations throughout Florida and beyond as a member of the Florida State Agricultural Response Team and in collaboration with the FVMA & FDACS.