DR.MUHAMMAD ZEESHAN KHALID
00971505018969
zeeshan_khalid.f2@hotmail.com
OBJECTIVE
To work with an organization that provides an environment to realize my
potential and help me to excel. To achieve recognition as a prominent veterinarian in the field
of veterinary sciences.
QUALIFICATIONS
2012-to 2014
Master of Philosophy in Pathology
University of Veterinary and Animal sciences, Lahore, Pakistan
2007-2012
DVM (Doctor of Veterinary Medicine)
University of Veterinary and Animal sciences, Lahore, Pakistan
Registered Veterinary Medical Practitioner from Pakistan
Veterinary Medical Council.
2005-2007
Intermediate (Physics, Biology and Chemistry)
Punjab College of Science, Faisalabad, Pakistan
2005
O-Levels (Physics, Biology and Chemistry)
University of Cambridge.
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
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March, 2014 - to date: Working as a Group Wildlife Veterinarian in Barari
Forest Management Company, United Arab Emirates.
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January, 2012 – March, 2014: Working in PCR Laboratory of Department of
Pathology, University of Veterinary and Animal Sciences, Lahore, Pakistan.
The scope of work performed:
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PCR for the diagnosis of various diseases.
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Hematology
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Serum chemistry
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Immunohistochemistry
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Histopathology
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Postmortem of various animals and birds
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Necropsy and Biopsy
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Urinalysis
March 2012- July2012 Internship with Houbara Foundation International
Pakistan.
The scope of work performed during the internship included:
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Conservation of Houbara bastard
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Management of Houbara bastard in captivity
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Treatment and management of Chinkara in H.H Sheikh Zayed Wild
Life park Rahim Yar khan, Pakistan.
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Treatment and management of Chinkara and Black Buck in Lal
Sohanra National Park, Bahawalpur, Pakistan.
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Capturing and translocation of Chinkara.
3 Weeks training at National Avian Research Center Abu Dhabi about avian
medicine and handling of birds specially Houbara Bustard and Falcons.
The scope of work performed during the training included:
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Surgeries and treatment of Houbara bustard
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Breeding and genetics of Houbara bustard
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Management of pre releasing tunnels
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Management of control sheds
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Feeding of Houbara bustard
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Screening and laboratory tests
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Postmortems
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Bio-security measures
2 Weeks training at Zoo and Aquarium Public Institution in Al Ain about
handling and treatment of wild birds, Mammals and Carnivores in Captivity.
The scope of work performed during the training included:
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Necropsy Procedures in Zoo animals
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Physical capturing of Ungulates and felines
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Feeding management in Zoo animals
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Health screening and preventive medicine
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Zoo bio-security and quarantine procedure
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Remote chemical capturing of large Felines
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Emergency procedures and daily Zoo activities.
5 days training at Abu Dhabi Falcon Hospital in Avian and Falcon Medicine.
The scope of work performed during the training included:
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Handling of birds
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Clinical sampling from birds
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Radiography in falcons
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Coping in Birds
Worked as a Veterinary volunteer in Lahore Zoo, Pakistan for 2 weeks.
The scope of work performed during the training included:
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Handling of wild animals and birds
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Clinical sampling from birds
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Treatment of sick animals
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Feeding management of animals
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Vaccination Program
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Work as the Medicine in-charge and later on as a Vice-President of Vet Crescent
Society, Pakistan (Animal welfare society).
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Experience in arranging free veterinary camp for deserving people in remote areas of
Pakistan.
RESEARCH PROJECTS
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Multiplex PCR for the simultaneous detection of Theileria equi, Babesia caballi and
Trypanosoma evansi in horses.
Immunohistochemical detection of Avian Influenza H9 virus in different organs of
experimentally infected broilers.
SKILLS
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Clinical examinations of wild animals including wild birds and ungulates.
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Skilled in methods and applications of restraining wild birds, ungulates and pets both
chemically and physically.
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Skills of administration of injecting drugs through IV, IM, S/C & epidural routes.
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Skilled in performing surgeries in wild birds and wild animals.
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Manage mental skills.
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Excellent conceptual skills
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Good observant
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Good communication power
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Knowledge of computer (M.S word, power point & internet)
AWARDS AND ACHIEVEMENTS
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Vice-President of Vet Crescent Society.
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2nd position holder in Performing Arts Festival held at Bahauddin Zakariya University,
Multan.
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3rd Position Holder in Story Writing Competition held at Pakistan Institute of
Engineering And Applied Sciences, Islamabad.
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2nd position holder in Snooker competition held at Punjab College of Science,
Faisalabad in 2006.
LANGUAGE PROFICIENCY
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English
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Urdu
INTERESTS AND HOBBIES
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Rescuing animals
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Reading novels and books
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Swimming, football, cricket, tennis
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Current affairs.
REFERENCES
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Brig. Rt. Mukhtar Ahmad
President Houbara Foundation Int. Pakistan
Ph.# +9242-35878037
Ph. #+9242-35711979
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Dr. Arshad Toosy
Vet Manager of Al Ain Zoo (UAE)
arshad.toosy@awpr.ae
Ph. 00971508126766