Dr. Katherine Queck, DVM, FAVD, DAVDC with the DINKS

Dentists IN the Know

Ever wondered about dentistry on our 4-legged friends? Well Dr. Katherine Queck has made her career on taking excellent care of our precious friends while advocating for her specialty for over 30 years! The DINKS had an absolute blast picking her brain on what a dental specialty clinic looks like for animals in comparison to what they look like for humans. Another eye-opening and informative episode to enjoy!!
Dr. Katherine Queck is the founder of The Hospital for Veterinary Dentistry and Oral Surgery, the Vet Education Center and the Center of Excellence. The flagship hospital is the only dental referral center located in Matthews, North Carolina with an additional location in suburban Charleston, South Carolina. As a 1986 graduate of Iowa State University, Dr. Queck pursued her passion for dentistry and became a Fellow of the Academy of Veterinary Dentistry (AVD). In 1992, she relocated to Charlotte to establish a progressive dental clinic and became a national thought leader for her contributions in dentistry to the broader veterinary community. Dr. Queck is highly respected by her colleagues and was named Veterinarian of the Year by the NCVMA, Fellow of the Year by the Academy and served as Secretary of the AVD. As a Diplomate of the American Veterinary Dental College (AVDC), Dr. Queck is a board-certified specialist and a preferred service provider with over 35 years of experience in veterinary dentistry and oral surgery. She is committed to serve her clients, train dental residents and offer CE courses to general veterinarians and their staff. Globally recognized, Dr. Queck is a published international speaker and well-known Principal Investigator for field pilot and longitudinal studies bringing new innovations to the field of veterinary medicine. Dr. Queck enjoys outdoor activities with family and friends, including her Pet Family of 3 dogs and 1 cat.