George G. Munguia, DVM, MS

Education

MS, Purdue University, 2025
DVM, Atlantic Veterinary College, University of Prince Edward Island, 2020
BS, Cal Poly Pomona, 2015

Biography

Dr. Munguia hails from Southern California where he completed his Bachelor’s Degree in Animal Science from California State Polytechnic University in Pomona, Ca. He then moved across North America to complete his veterinary degree at the Atlantic Veterinary College at the University of Prince Edward Island in beautiful PEI, Canada. Dr. Munguia then went on to complete a small animal rotating internship at Purdue University where he developed an interest in emergency medicine. After working in an emergency private practice for a short while, he elected to pursue a residency in emergency and critical care to expand his knowledge and abilities. Dr. Munguia completed a residency in Emergency and Critical Care alongside a Master’s Degree back at Purdue University.

Dr. Munguia has a strong interest in student and house officer training and is excited to continue to improve these skills. When not at work, he enjoys spending time with his two 4-lb Chihuahuas (Shunt and Shrek), biking, kayaking, and motorcycling.

Research Interests

Shock, fluid therapy, endocrine emergencies

Publications and Links

Munguia GG, Thomovsky EJ, Brooks AC, Weng H. Median blood lactate values are elevated in dogs presenting with acute seizure activity: 2014–2024. Am J Vet Res. 2025;86(9):ajvr.25.03.0094.

Munguia GG, Brooks AC, Thomovsky SA, Thomovsky EJ, Rincon A, Johnson PA. Emergency Approach to Acute Seizures in Dogs and Cats. Vet Sci. 2024;11(6):277. Published 2024 Jun 17. doi:10.3390/vetsci11060277

Munguia GG, Thomovsky EJ. Abdominocentesis and intra-abdominal pressure measurement in small animals. J Am Vet Med Assoc. 2024;262(9):1. Published 2024 May 15. doi:10.2460/javma.24.03.0175

Jakobek BT, Stull JW, Munguia GG, Evason M. Veterinarians’ Self-Reported Needs and Attitudes on the Atlantic Canada Veterinary College and Associated Teaching Hospital in Relation to Continuing Education, Research, and Clinical Referrals. J Vet Med Educ. 2023;50(2):243-250. doi:10.3138/jvme-2021-0092

Evason M, Peace M, Munguia GG, Stull J. Clients’ knowledge, attitudes, and practices related to pet nutrition and exercise at a teaching hospital. Can Vet J. 2020;61(5):512-516.