Dr. Joanne Intile, DVM, MS, DACVIM

While working full time at her last clinic, Dr. Intile also worked as an adjunct instructor in the veterinary science technology program at Suffolk County Community College, teaching veterinary practice management, clinical laboratory procedures, and pharmacology. It was this experience that solidified Dr. Intile’s career goal of working in academia and she joined the faculty of the College of Veterinary Medicine at North Carolina State University in February 2017. There, she trains veterinary students, interns, and residents primarily in the discipline of medical oncology, but also plays a significant role in teaching medical communication skills.

A Word From Joanne Intile, DVM

“I've wanted to be a veterinarian since I was a little girl and first learned what they did for a living. Veterinary medicine is the perfect career, as it seamlessly blends my love of science and medicine with working with animals. After graduating from veterinary school, during my internship year, I was fortunate to work alongside an outstanding oncologist. I admired their intelligence, compassion, and the close bond they developed with pet owners. I was inspired by the resilience and carefree nature of the patients. This led to my decision to specialize in medical oncology. While there are sad moments, overall my job is highly rewarding because I provide owners with hope and their pets with extended quality of life. I am thrilled to work on the vet review board as I am passionate about providing pet owners with accurate and factual information about their pet's health and treatment options.”