DVM
Dr. Madeline Lowery is a 2008 graduate of Iowa State University in Ames, Iowa. Her special interests include internal medicine, dermatology, geriatric care, building client relationships and client education. She joins us after serving clients and their pets in Gwinnett County for the past 15 years.
Prior to veterinary school, she received her Bachelor of Science degree from Clayton College and State University in Morrow, GA and her Associate of Science degree at Young Harris College in North GA. Dr. Madeline played for both college's soccer teams.
She is a Native of Lawrenceville, GA, and attended veterinary school in Iowa after her husband was transferred there with his job. Dr. Madeline lives in Cumming with her husband James and their 3 children; sons Ethan and Carter and daughter Madeline "Elizabeth". They also have a Great Dane named Layla, and two Golden mixes named Tucker and Maple. In addition to veterinary medicine, she enjoys fishing, cooking, gardening, days on the lake and spending time with her children, family and friends. She loves watching her kids play sports and ride horses.
What brought you to Cumming Veterinary Clinic?
Hi, I'm Madeline Lowry, associate veterinarian here at Cumming Veterinary Clinic. I went to Iowa State University for my degree, graduating between 2004 and 2008. I'm from Georgia, and we moved back home after I graduated to start my career here. I have been a veterinarian for 17 years and have been at Cumming Veterinary Clinic for the past two. I came from a small animal practice that was originally private but turned corporate. Dr. Jim FitzSimons has been a great mentor to me over the past two years. Ultimately, I decided to work here because it was a private practice, still had really good mentorships, and it was a smaller practice that allows me to know more of the clients and patients by name and not just become a number.
What inspired you to become a veterinarian?
I chose to become a veterinarian due to my love of animals. I have always had a deep connection with animals from the time I was old enough to hold and pet them. Most of my pictures growing up had an animal in my arms. My favorite part is probably the unpredictability of the daily cases, ranging from emergencies to routine preventative care, vaccines, routine surgeries, and various sicknesses. I love interacting with different cats, dogs, and clients, but most of all, I probably love my co-workers.
Do you have a favorite dog breed?
My favorite breed of dog is definitely the Great Dane. I've always had a deep love for them. I don't know what sparked that interest, but I'm currently on my third Great Dane. She is nine and a half. I love how personable they are; they are like a small horse, always with you and following you everywhere. I love most giant breed dogs, but Great Danes are definitely my favorite.
What type of cats do you like best?
My favorite cat breed is a nice cat.
What do you want new clients to experience?
The biggest thing I want a new client to feel from us is welcomed and loved, and that we're here for the best interest of their pet. The second most important thing is that they feel educated and aware of why we're recommending certain treatments, and that they feel comfortable enough to ask questions.
Are you involved in any professional organizations?
I am a member of the AVMA and GVMA, which are the governing bodies of the American Veterinary Association and Georgia Veterinary Medical Association, as well as AAHA. My biggest award and accomplishment is the school of hard knocks life: raising three teenagers with a husband that travels. I should have a super big award for that.
What do you enjoy outside of vet med?
I love to fish, hang out at the lake, and spend time with friends. I also love to eat, especially tacos. Most people appreciate that I'm a very down-to-earth, realistic person who offers the best treatment for their pet. If we can't meet in the middle, then alternative treatments are offered.
Can you share a memorable patient experience?
There are a couple of patients that stick out in my mind, such as a two-pound puppy having seizures due to hypoglycemia. I was able to get an IV catheter in that little guy. I also saved a patient with Addison's disease that was nearly deceased on the table but was brought back to life. These events stick with you because you know if you weren't there, that pet might not have survived.
One of our biggest mottos here is that we care for your pet as if they are our own. That couldn't be more true.
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