Welcome to the Herd: Caitlin Thorn

“I have never lived in the Northeast and have been told it is lovely in the fall,” says Caitlin Thorn (she/her/hers), a native of the Ozarks (southwest Missouri) whose family resides in southern Louisiana. She started at Cummings School in August as a clinical assistant professor of anesthesia and analgesia.

“I love to garden and like to take in sick and dying plants to rehabilitate them,” she shares. The leisure time horticulturist also adores educating. “I have become enraptured with learning and find great joy in sharing that knowledge and sparking a similar passion in others. I take pride in helping to educate the future minds of the medical field and fostering an inclusive environment that encourages curiosity, conversation, and humility.”

Cummings School provided a unique opportunity to hone her craft. “I was encouraged by the inclusive and welcoming atmosphere on campus,” she acknowledges. “Within anesthesiology, my special interest lies within the large animal species. I love the challenge presented by their size, anatomy, and temperament. I believe there are creative opportunities to explore and improve our care and support of these animals.”

Thorn earned a B.S. in animal science from University of Arkansas, a D.V.M. from Louisiana State University and completed her anesthesiology residency at Michigan State University.

Warmly welcomed by faculty and staff, she is eager to experience what lies ahead. “I look forward to expanding the large animal hospital team, working with the students in person, and enjoying the sweater weather this fall,” she says.