Dr. Franziska Meyer
Dr. med. vet. DACVECC
Board-certified specialist in veterinary emergency and critical care (DACVECC)
Dr. Meyer graduated from the University of Bern, Switzerland in 2010. After completing a doctorate thesis at the Institute of Genetics at the same university, she went on to work in a small animal clinic for 2 years, followed by an internship in Small Animal Internal Medicine at the University of Zurich. After several years working in general practice and emergency medicine in Switzerland and the UK, she pursued residency training in emergency and critical care at the University of Bern and Washington State University. Dr. Meyer became a diplomate in Small Animal Emergency and Critical Care in 2022 and joined the University of Zurich as a senior lecturer the same year.
"Mentoring is not about having all the answers, it is about providing others with tools to improve knowledge and open minds to possibilities."
Franzi has a genuine passion for teaching and takes great joy in guiding residents through the challenges of emergency and critical care. She creates a relaxed and supportive atmosphere where no question is too small and encourages learners to speak up and think critically. Her approachable manner makes her a mentor who is always happy to explain complex concepts in a clear, straightforward way. Whether in the lecture hall or the clinic, Franzi’s enthusiasm for education shines through, inspiring the next generation of critical care specialists.
Get to Know Your Mentor
We sat down with dr. Franziska to give you a backstage pass into her world as both a clinician and a mentor. Discover what drives her, how she navigates each critical-care case, and why she’s so passionate about teaching and supporting fellow veterinarians.
What aspects of emergency medicine do you find most unique and fulfilling?
Why is mentoring such an important part of your work, and how has it shaped your career?
Can you share a pivotal experience that made you feel truly confident as an criticalist?
In no more than three words each, share: your favorite thing about emergency, your least favorite thing, and the biggest misconception in emergency.
Tell us two truths and one lie about your veterinary career.
What’s the one piece of equipment in emergency you couldn’t live without?
How do you define work-life balance, and what does it mean for you personally?
What’s the most memorable case you’ve ever worked on?
What’s been your proudest clinical or academic achievement so far?
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