Dr. Goldsmith is a Professor within the Ruminant Division at the University of Minnesota, College of Veterinary Medicine since 2008.  He is a graduate of the University of Minnesota, College of Veterinary Medicine in 2001, and became board certified in the American College of Veterinary Preventative Medicine in 2009.  Professional experience prior to his current position was as a private practice large animal veterinarian focusing primarily on food animals, working with clients in MN, IA and WI.  Current research and academic interest is in areas of livestock production systems and emergency response planning.  Dr. Goldsmith focuses on the development and teaching of programs for veterinary students in the area of bovine production medicine and management, along with providing outreach and education to veterinarians and producers throughout Minnesota. Dr. Goldsmith currently resides in Wanamingo, MN with his wife Signe (DVM 2001) and two daughters Solveigh (16) and Svea (14).  In his free time, he stays active in his family’s diversified farming operation in Southeastern MN and keeping up with his daughters increasing activities.