Dr. Joel Griffies is a 1992 graduate of the College of Veterinary Medicine at Auburn University. He worked in small animal and emergency practice for 7 years in Metro Atlanta before pursuing residency in veterinary dermatology. Dr. Griffies moved to southern California for residency training with Animal Dermatology Group and later became a diplomate of the ACVD. In May of 2023, Dr. Griffies Stepped back from his role as senior dermatologist at Animal Dermatology Clinic in Marietta, GA after 30 years in practice and 23 as a dermatologist. Dr. Griffies’ current role in Animal Dermatology group is as outreach director, helping to develop relationships with universities, assist in educating veterinary students and foster development of veterinary dermatology training programs. Dr. Griffies areas of special interest in dermatology include topical therapies, endocrinopathies, allergic dermatitis. More recently though, his interest is in helping to bridge the gap between veterinary school and life as a veterinarian and veterinary dermatologist. From his experience as a dermatologist and in general practice his goal is to provide applicable insights that help clinicians to become more successful in managing skin and ear disease.