Dr. Gane is a clinical assistant professor in the small animal emergency and critical care service.
Tell us about your background.
I grew up near Glasgow in Scotland and graduated from the University of Glasgow Veterinary School in 2017. After several years in first-opinion practice in the U.K., I completed an emergency and critical care (ECC) internship at the University College Dublin in 2022. I went on to complete my ECC residency at Dick White Referrals in Cambridge, U.K., achieving board certification in 2025.
I knew I wanted to pursue a career in academia, and when my husband and I began looking for our next adventure, the University of Illinois felt like the perfect fit! Although I’m still reserving judgment until I’ve experienced my first Midwest summer and the legendary “corn sweats.”
How did you become interested in emergency and critical care?
My interest began during my first job in practice. I was drawn to the fast-paced, problem-solving nature of emergency care and loved the adrenaline rush of a busy night shift.
I was fortunate to have exceptional mentors early in my career who encouraged my interest and helped me realize that enjoying chaos could, in fact, be a career path. After completing my advanced practitioner certificate, I knew I wanted to pursue further training, which led me toward specialization.
Tell us about one of your favorite cases.
It is very hard to pick just one case! In the ER, I particularly enjoy pericardial effusions. They are great teaching cases; first-day principles, a satisfying hands-on procedure, and a patient who often improves dramatically in a short period of time—always satisfying.
In the ICU, my favorite cases are those that require a truly multidisciplinary approach. I enjoy working closely with specialists, interns, residents, techs, and students to manage complex, critically ill patients. Seeing a team come together, share expertise, and achieve a positive outcome — especially when the patient initially presents very sick — is one of the most rewarding aspects of emergency and critical care medicine.
What are your special interests inside or outside of the clinic?
Cardiovascular and transfusion medicine are some of my favorite types of cases. I am particularly interested in CPR and the communication and teamwork challenges associated with it.
I find teaching very rewarding. There’s no greater satisfaction than helping someone understand a case and gain confidence. Overall, I hope to contribute to the university’s excellent teaching reputation and hopefully inspire students in the same way I was inspired as a new graduate.
Outside of work, I enjoy running and CrossFit, or FaceTiming my twin sister and family when the time zone allows!
