Dr. Mary Jackson became a a Diplomate of the American College of Veterinary Emergency & Critical Care in 2016. She is 1 of only 28 board certified criticalists in Florida.  A specialist in emergency and critical care is a specially trained veterinarian who is dedicated to treating life-threatening conditions. Dr. Jackson seeks to improve the quality of care pets receive during CRUCIAL times, improving their chance for a good outcome.Dr. Jackson attended the University of Missouri where she received both her undergraduate degree in animal science and her veterinary degree. Dr. Jackson completed an additional 3 year intense residency program in emergency and critical care medicine in order to become a board certified criticalist.