Education:
- Graduated University of Pennsylvania School of Veterinary Medicine
- Completed one-year internship in small animal medicine and surgery at the University of Pennsylvania
- Completed fellowship in emergency and critical care medicine at the University of Pennsylvania
- Completed three-year residency in emergency and critical care at the University of Pennsylvania
- Passed ACVECC credentialing exam for board-certification in emergency and critical care
Areas of Special Interest:
- Toxicology
- Respiratory disease and mechanical ventilation
- Management of renal disease
- Fluid therapy in critically ill animals
Professional Certifications & Associations:
- Diplomate, American College of Veterinary Emergency & Critical Care
- American Veterinary Medical Association
- Pennsylvania Veterinary Medical Association
- Humane Society Veterinary Medical Association
- Veterinary Emergency and Critical Care Society
Dr. Pachtinger is married to Margie Laub-Pachtinger and they have a wonderful son, Jack. Their family also includes a dog (Annie) and a cat (Joie). In his free time, he enjoys running, baseball, photography and anything technological (iPhone, Macbook, web design, etc.)
