Herbert Portillo, DVM, currently serves as a Locum Veterinarian and Associate Veterinarian at Banfield Pet Hospital since July 2021, where practice aligns with state regulations and veterinary ethics, emphasizing evidence-based medicine. Additionally, Herbert provides veterinary care through live video consultations with Vetster Inc. Effective experience includes a variety of roles such as Veterinary Student Extern at CEVA SANTE ANIMALE, where Herbert conducted critical care interviews, and a Veterinary Student Intern at the DC Department of Health, contributing to zoonotic disease surveillance. Educational background includes a Doctor of Veterinary Medicine from the Virginia-Maryland College of Veterinary Medicine and international exchange programs in veterinary medicine. Prior experience encompasses roles in clinical microbiology as a Clinical Laboratory Technician and research positions at Virginia Tech and Virginia-Maryland College, focusing on microbiology and veterinary sciences.