What does it take to build a career that bridges wildlife conservation, veterinary medicine, and entrepreneurship? Dr. Nicole Dumas has lived that journey, and her story reveals the resilience and vision behind it.

Born in Trinidad and Tobago, Dr. Dumas discovered her passion for animals at a young age, navigating cultural differences in pet ownership and charting a path that took her from marine biology to veterinary medicine. Her career spans work with jaguars, giraffes, and anacondas to running her own veterinary hospital in New York City. Along the way, she’s confronted the intense academic and emotional challenges of veterinary school, the realities of financial sacrifice, and the steep learning curve of business ownership.

Dr. Dumas’s journey shines a light on what it means to lead with purpose, embrace resilience, and uplift communities of color through representation and empowerment in fields where diversity is rare. Her candid reflections offer wisdom for aspiring veterinarians, entrepreneurs, and anyone pursuing a passion that demands both skill and heart.

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