Dr Abigail Abbott

Abigail became a vet to provide exceptional care to the companion animals we love. Straight out of vet school, she saw a rotating internship as the perfect next step to sharpen her clinical skills and learn from top specialists. She’s using this opportunity to explore which surgical specialty she wants to pursue.

Most Memorable Case:

“A young Shih Tzu with severe burns along her back was admitted for intensive wound care. At first, she was in too much pain to interact, but after a week of care, she started showing her sweet personality. Once her wounds were ready, our soft tissue surgeon, Dr. Karla Lee, closed them, and she left the hospital as a playful puppy again.”

A day in the life:

“Mornings start early—sometimes with a run with my dog, Ted—before heading to HSR to check on overnight patients and get a handover. Rounds set up the day, followed by consults, procedures, and surgeries. The day wraps up ensuring patients are stable before handing them over to the night team.”

Outside of Work:

Abigail enjoys trail running with her golden retriever, Ted, and perfecting her sourdough, which is always taste-tested by her Bernese mountain dog, Winnie. She loves traveling, especially to Louisiana, where she grew up.

Research & Interests:

With a strong interest in surgery, Abigail’s research focuses on surgical approaches and patient outcomes.