We are pleased to announce that Dr. Tomas Gonzalez has joined North Carolina State University as an Assistant Clinical Professor of Ruminant Health Management and Extension Specialist. Dr. Tomas Gonzalez was born in Alexandria, Virginia and grew up in Costa Rica, where his family has been dedicated to dairy and beef farming for four generations. He earned his veterinary degree at the Universidad Nacional de La Plata in Argentina before moving to the United States to advance his training. At the University of Florida, he completed a clinical internship, a master’s degree, and a residency in the Food Animal Reproduction and Medicine Service. Following his training, Dr. Gonzalez worked at the University of California, Davis, with the Livestock Herd Health and Reproduction Service, focusing on herd health, reproductive management, and preventive medicine. Dr. Gonzalez brings a wealth of expertise in food animal medicine and is excited to begin his work at North Carolina State University, where he will contribute to both teaching and extension efforts, supporting cattle producers across the state. Dr. Gonzalez can be reached at tdgonzalez@ncsu.edu.