Disney’s Animal Kingdom veterinarian to speak at UPEI on February 9

UPEI alumnus Dr. Greg Fleming will talk about his work as a veterinarian with Disney's Animal Kingdom on Tuesday, February 9, at 7:30 p.m., at UPEI.

The second in the UPEI Student Union's new inspiring speakers series, Fleming's presentation will take place in the Alex H. MacKinnon Auditorium (Room 242), McDougall Hall. A reception will follow in Schurman Market Square, also in McDougall Hall. Everyone is welcome.

A 1998 graduate of the Atlantic Veterinary College, Fleming is a veterinarian for Animal Programs for Disney's Animal Kingdom and the Living Seas at EPCOT. Disney's Animal Kingdom houses more than 1,700 animals from 250 countries, making it the largest animal-themed park in the world.

Prior to veterinary school, Fleming's interest in conservation led him to complete a diploma in endangered species management from the Jersey Wildlife Preservation Trust in the United Kingdom. Following graduation, he worked in private practice, and completed a zoological medicine internship at Kansas State University and a residency in zoological medicine at the University of Florida in Gainesville.

Fleming is a specialist in the American College of Zoological Medicine, of which there are less than 100 members world-wide. Besides clinical work, he has completed numerous research projects both in the United States and Africa. His main area of research interest is reptile medicine and veterinary anesthesia about which he has published numerous papers and book chapters. Currently he is one of the Komodo dragon SSP (species survival plan) veterinary advisors and an executive member of the American College of Zoological Medicine.

Dr. Heather G. Morrison, Chief Health Officer for PEI, will give the final presentation in the inspiring speakers series on March 16.

For more information, contact the UPEI Student Union at (902) 566-0530.