Amy Polkes, DVM, DACVIM, is an equine internal medicine diagnostic specialist. She pursued her education at Cornell University, Purdue University School of Veterinary Medicine, and the University of Florida College of Veterinary Medicine.

Polkes owns Equine Internal Medicine and Diagnostic Services, an equine internal medicine mobile consulting practice providing specialty care for referring veterinarians on equine internal medicine cases. The service is active in New York, Connecticut, Maryland, Virginia, and Colorado.

In addition, Polkes works part-time for Antech Diagnostics’ equine division as Medical Director/Equine Diagnostic Specialist. Her responsibilities there include managing equine diagnostic testing, marketing, and sales. She is also a consultant for Antech Diagnostics on equine internal medicine cases.

Her particular areas of interest are equine cardiology, endocrine disease, and gastroenterology. Although she has not published any recent research, she contributes to research projects by collaboration and providing clinical information and data.

Polkes lives in Maryland with her husband (a small animal internal medicine specialist) and three dogs. She enjoys outdoor activities such as hiking, biking, skiing, and riding.

Further Reading

Cardiac Murmurs in Older Horses. Dr. Amy Polkes. MySeniorHorse.com