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Dr. Jennifer Bledsoe-Nix earned her DVM degree from the University of Tennessee College of Veterinary Medicine in 2004. After graduation, she spent 12 years in general practice in Tennessee, working extensively with rescue organizations and local animal shelters. During this time, she discovered her passion for shelter medicine and access to care. With a new focus, she became Medical Director at SAFE Haven for Cats in Raleigh, North Carolina, providing medical care to cats and kittens in the shelter, foster program, and Spay/Neuter Clinic. After 4 years in the feline-only shelter, she transitioned to Medical Director of a larger shelter organization in North Carolina. After speaking at the Best Friends National Conference 2022 in Raleigh, she accepted the position of Lead Veterinarian at Best Friends Animal Sanctuary. Working at the Sanctuary was amazing, but she desired to focus on access to veterinary care in underserved communities. She moved to Los Angeles and accepted a position as Access to Care Training Project Lead Veterinarian with the Community Animal Medicine Program. Most recently, Dr. Bledsoe-Nix began her role as Medical Director of Stray Cat Alliance, continuing her commitment to expanding access to care and advancing feline medicine. She has a passion for kitten medicine, HQHVSN, shelter medicine, and access to veterinary care. When not working, she relaxes with her husband and menagerie of cats, including three with Cerebellar Hypoplasia of varying severity.