Feature story
Photo courtesy of Dr. Ron Genovese
A Vet of Five Decades
The Legendary “Doc� Genovese By Mandy Boggs
Humble. A word often used to describe someone having a modest view of their own importance. This is also one of the first words that comes to mind when describing Dr. Ronald Genovese, VMD, of Cleveland Equine Clinic, in Ravenna, Ohio. It is as if the definition of the word was created specifically for this man, as nearly everyone who has ever had the pleasure of crossing paths with Dr.
Genovese, all agree one of his most noted character qualities is undervaluing his own extraordinary expertise. A reputation that far exceeds any
credit he will ever give himself, Dr. Genovese is often the first name that rolls off the tongue when you ask just about any horse person in Northeast Ohio
to recommend a veterinarian for lameness. Dr. Genovese has been practicing veterinary medicine in Northeast Ohio for over five decades. A simple search online will easily impress anyone with the lists of accomplishments, contributions, awards, accolades, and everything that comes with fifty years of practicing in equine sports medicine, surgery, and lameness. We are lucky enough to live in a state surrounded by such a large equestrian community, however, many are not aware of just how lucky we are to have Dr. Genovese Continued on page 59
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