Dr. Alyssa Pinkos, DVM, DACVIM
Alyssa Pinkos, DVM, DACVIM (Cardiology) is a mobile Veterinary Cardiologist (CardioCare Vet Services). Dr. Pinkos attended New York University in New York City, NY where she earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in Biology before going on to earn her Doctor of Veterinary Medicine degree at Michigan State University in East Lansing, MI. Following veterinary school, Dr. Pinkos completed a small animal rotating internship at the University of Wisconsin-Madison in Madison, WI, followed by a cardiology internship at Animal Specialty and Emergency Center in Los Angeles, CA, and a three-year cardiology residency at the University of Minnesota in Minneapolis, MN. Dr. Pinkos has worked in metro-Detroit for the last 2 years.
While passionate about all aspects of cardiology, Dr. Pinkos maintains a particular interest in the diagnosis and treatment of canine and feline arrhythmias, as well as the management of refractory heart failure. She also enjoys minimally invasive correction of congenital heart disease. In addition to her clinical interests, Dr. Pinkos enjoys establishing a connection with her clients and helping them understand and cope with their pet’s condition.
When not at the hospital, Dr. Pinkos enjoys staying active through biking, kayaking, and spending time with her husband and dog.
Education & Training
- Bachelor of Arts: New York University, New York City, New York
- Doctor of Veterinary Medicine: Michigan State University, East Lansing, Michigan
- Internship (Small Animal Rotating): University of Wisconsin-Madison, Madison, Wisconsin
- Internship (Cardiology): Animal Specialty and Emergency Center and Advanced Critical Care, Los Angeles, California
- Residency (Cardiology): University of Minnesota Veterinary Medical Center, Saint Paul, Minnesota
Specializations
- Board Certification: Diplomate of the American College of Veterinary Internal Medicine (Cardiology)
Professional Affiliations
- American College of Veterinary Internal Medicine
