Leadership
Dr. Dominic J. Marino, DVM, Diplomate ACVS
Dr. Marino graduated with honors from Auburn University in Alabama, where he received his Bachelor of Science and Doctor of Veterinary Medicine degrees. He completed a one-year internship in small animal medicine and surgery at the University of Georgia and a three-year comprehensive residency in small animal orthopedic, soft tissue, and neurosurgery at The Animal Medical Center in New York City. He is board certified by The American College of Veterinary Surgeons and is the former head of the Orthopedic/Neurosurgery service at The Animal Medical Center in New York City. Dr. Marino has published many scientific articles, and authored chapters in veterinary medical textbooks. He lectures extensively on many surgical topics including soft tissue, orthopedic and neurosurgery. Dr. Marino served as chairman of the Eastern Veterinary Orthopedic Society for several years and has been practicing as a veterinary surgical specialist on Long Island. He is currently the chairman of the Department of Surgery at Long Island Veterinary Specialists in Plainview. Dr. Marino's areas of special interest include joint replacement surgery, neurosurgery, and neurotrauma.