Dr. Parente received his veterinary degree from Cornell University, and then completed an internship at Rood and Riddle Equine and his surgical residency at New Bolton Center, where he is currently a Professor of Surgery. He received his board certification from the American College of Veterinary Surgeons in 1994 and has served the college in many capacities including the Board of Regents from 2012-2015. He is internationally recognized as a respiratory surgeon and is well published in both texts and journals.