Veterinarian Overview
Dr. Bob Zepecki is a 1973 graduate of the University of Illinois School of Veterinary Medicine. "Dr. Bob" as he is known, was a Captain in the U.S. Air Force and served in Pakistan. He was awarded the Air Force Commendation Medal for his exemplary efforts in supervising the Military Personnel Section during his tour of duty. While doing his undergraduate work at the University of Illinois, Urbana, he worked with the Champaign Park District on several innovative programs for handicapped children where he initiated the first program with small animal interaction for the handicapped at Adler Center at the University of Illinois. While serving in the Illinois Air National Guard in Chicago, Dr. Bob was the liaison officer for the United States Air Force Academy in the North Central Illinois area.Dr. Bob also served in the USAF Reserves at Chanute AFB, Rantoul, Illinois, where he performed duties as a military veterinary officer in conjunction with the Base Veterinary Section. Dr. Bob has pursued a career in veterinary medicine for the past 34 years. During that time his involvement in veterinary medicine has spanned all areas of applied practice and preventative medicine from exotic species such as lions, tigers, to domestic animals and pets. He has worked successfully with Eastern European organizations on projects to upgrade livestock genetics
