Chris Dujardin
About Chris Dujardin
Chris Dujardin serves as the Equine Technical & Marketing Director at Dechra Pharmaceuticals PLC, a position he has held since 2021. He has a background in veterinary medicine and has held various roles within the company, contributing to equine product management and marketing.
Work at Dechra Pharmaceuticals
Chris Dujardin has held various roles at Dechra Pharmaceuticals PLC since 2014. He currently serves as the Equine Technical & Marketing Director, a position he has held since 2021. Prior to this role, he was the Global Marketing Manager for Equine from 2018 to 2021, and he also worked as a Business Manager Equine from 2016 to 2018. His initial position at Dechra was as a Product Manager Equine from 2014 to 2016. Throughout his tenure, he has contributed to the development and marketing of equine veterinary products.
Education and Expertise
Chris Dujardin studied at Koninklijk Atheneum Bensberg in Germany from 1982 to 1988. He then pursued a degree in Veterinary Medicine at Utrecht University, where he earned his Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) from 1988 to 1996. Additionally, he specialized in Veterinary Anaesthesia and Analgesia, achieving the status of Diplomate of the European College of Veterinary Anaesthesia and Analgesia (ECVAA) from 2001 to 2004. This educational background provides him with a strong foundation in veterinary science and specialized knowledge in equine health.
Background
Chris Dujardin has a comprehensive background in veterinary medicine and equine health. His career at Dechra Pharmaceuticals PLC spans over a decade, during which he has progressed through various marketing and management roles. His expertise in veterinary anaesthesia and analgesia complements his marketing and technical responsibilities, allowing him to effectively bridge the gap between veterinary science and product development.
Professional Development
Chris Dujardin's professional development includes specialized training in veterinary anaesthesia and analgesia. He became a Diplomate of the European College of Veterinary Anaesthesia and Analgesia (ECVAA) after completing a three-year program from 2001 to 2004. This credential highlights his commitment to advancing his knowledge and skills in a critical area of veterinary medicine, particularly as it pertains to equine patients.