Dr. Jessica Gordon

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Dr. Jessica Gordon is an Assistant Professor in Ruminant Health Management at the University of Guelph's Ontario Veterinary College. She teaches both undergraduate and graduate students, focusing on beef and dairy health management. Her clinical duties involve Ruminant Field Service, where she service calls for beef, dairy, and small ruminant clients. Dr. Gordon's research primarily addresses metabolic diseases in dairy cattle and health management in beef operations. Areas of her research interests include the treatment of ketosis in lactating dairy cattle and the anthelmintic use in cow-calf operations. With a background in epidemiology and veterinary medicine, she is passionate about ruminant health, particularly in youngstock and transition dairy cows. Her teaching encompasses various topics, including cattle handling and health management, preparing the next generation of veterinary professionals for real-world challenges.

Research Interests

Courses

Introduction to Beef Health Management Clinical Medicine - Cattle Handling, Restraint, Physical Exam Clinical Medicine II - Medication Techniques Cattle Health Management III - Beef Health Management Ruminant Health Management - Field Service

Requirements for University of Guelph

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
IELTS
Listening
Required:6
Reading
Required:6
Writing
Required:6
Speaking
Required:6
Overall
Required:6.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:21
Reading
Required:21
Writing
Required:21
Speaking
Required:21
Total
Required:89
Prerequisites
Honours baccalaureate degree in a relevant field or DVM degree Identify a potential faculty advisor
Application Checklist
  • Online application
  • Official transcripts
  • Two academic reference assessments
  • Statement of interest
  • English language proficiency test results (if applicable)
Specialization Notes

Department of Clinical Studies. Offers MSc by thesis (2 years) and MSc by coursework (1 year).