Meet Our Global Chief Medical Officer

Dr. Richard Goldstein, Global Chief Medical Officer and Head of Medical Affairs - Zoetis

As a veterinarian and lifelong advocate for animal health, I am honored to serve as Zoetis' Global Chief Medical Officer and Head of Medical Affairs, bringing experience from clinical practice, academia, diagnostics, and pharmaceutical innovation to advance animal care science. In my role, I lead a dedicated Global Medical Affairs team that supports pipeline innovation, clinical research, academic partnerships, and most importantly, our customers—veterinarians, producers, and the animals in their care—ensuring our impact is meaningful and guided by robust data and measurable outcomes. Looking ahead, Zoetis is committed to an ambitious research portfolio with clinical studies planned across all species in chronic kidney disease, dermatology, pain management, oncology, and vaccinology, reflecting our unwavering commitment to advancing veterinary medicine through science and improving health outcomes that will be shared as studies progress.

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Dr. Richard Goldstein
Senior Vice President
Global Chief Medical Officer and Head of Medical Affairs
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Delivering Innovation That Works for Veterinarians

Zoetis Global Medical Affairs transforms clinical insights into practical tools and knowledge that help veterinarians address real challenges—whether managing chronic diseases, staying ahead in pain and immunology, or navigating advances in diagnostics and vaccines. Our international network connects veterinarians to global expertise, ensuring that innovation is relevant and ready to strengthen patient care.

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Collaboration for Real-World Results

We partner with practicing veterinarians, academic experts, and industry leaders to develop solutions and education programs that are easy to adopt and deliver measurable improvements. Advisory councils and Key Opinion Leader networks ensure that our initiatives stay grounded in what matters most to veterinary teams.

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Scalable Solutions for Every Practice

From targeted vaccines to digital diagnostics, Zoetis delivers scalable programs tailored to local needs, supporting companion and livestock veterinarians in providing preventive care and elevating animal health. Our One Health focus means better outcomes in clinics and communities.

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Advancing Care, Supporting Veterinarians

At Zoetis, we’re dedicated to helping you deliver the best for animals and your clients. Our work advances veterinary medicine and supports your crucial role in society—empowering your practice with up-to-date knowledge, practical tools, and a global community of support.