Dr. Christina Montalbano
From The Integrative Veterinarian by College of Integrative Veterinary Therapies
December 13, 2025 · 37 min · Episode 151
About this episode
Dr. Christina Montalbano discusses her journey in veterinary medicine, her education, and her work in integrative and mobility medicine.
Dr. Christina Montalbano was raised in New Jersey. Her desire to be a Veterinarian led her to do her undergraduate work at Ohio State in Animal Science, then she earned her veterinary degree from the University of Pennsylvania in 2017. After graduation, she did an Internship in Integrative Medicine at the University of Florida, which led to her staying on and completing a Residency in Canine Sports Medicine and Rehabilitation. She achieved Board Certification in Sports Medicine and Rehabilitation in 2022. She is also certified in Acupuncture and Medical Manipulation from Chi University. She worked in private specialty practice in New Jersey, then returned to the University of Florida where she is currently a Clinical Assistant Professor of Integrative and Mobility Medicine as well as Resident Director for the Canine Sports Medicine and Rehabilitation program. Please enjoy this conversation with Dr. Christina Montalbano as we discuss her education, clinical experience, her current academic practice, and her decades long history as a puppy raiser for Canine Companions.
People in this episode
Guest: Dr. Christina Montalbano
Topics covered
- Veterinary Medicine
- Integrative Medicine
- Sports Medicine
- Rehabilitation
- Education
- Animal Care
Keywords
- Veterinarian
- Integrative Medicine
- Canine Sports Medicine
- Rehabilitation
- Acupuncture
- Animal Science
Mentioned in this episode
Organizations: Ohio State, University of Pennsylvania, University of Florida, Chi University, Canine Companions
Places: New Jersey, Florida
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