DR. DENA LODATO SELECTED AS ONE OF THE TOP 25 GLOBAL IMPACT LEADERS BY IAOTP
The International Association of Top Professionals will honor Dr. Dena Lodato at their annual awards gala this December at the Plaza Hotel in NYC
NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, April 1, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ -- International Association of Top Professionals (IAOTP), a leading global professional organization known for its prestigious annual awards gala and exclusive vetting process, is proud to announce that is pleased to announce Dr. Dena Lodato, veterinary surgeon, was selected as one of the Top 25 Global Impact Leaders by the International Association of Top Professionals (IAOTP) for her outstanding leadership, dedication, and commitment to the industry. .Being included in IAOTP’s Top 25 Global Impact Leaders is an extraordinary honor reserved for world-class innovators whose work shapes industries, empowers communities, and inspires meaningful change. A dedicated chapter in Volume 3 will feature Dr. Dena Lodato’s story, and she will be honored at IAOTP's Annual Awards Gala in December 2026 at the iconic Plaza Hotel in New York.
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With over a decade of industry experience, Dr. Lodato has established herself as a respected expert and leader in veterinary surgery. A dynamic, results-driven clinician, she serves as a small animal surgeon and medical director at her own practice, Resurge Veterinary Surgical Specialists and Rehabilitation, LLC, which she founded and has led since 2021. Her clinical expertise includes orthopedics, wound management, and neurosurgery. She evaluates and treats a wide range of surgical conditions and provides advanced therapies, including hyperbaric oxygen treatment. Notably, her practice is the only referral hospital in the region to offer acupuncture for animals and to host externships for veterinary students.
Dr. Lodato began her career at Red Bank Veterinary Hospital in 2013 before serving as Head of the Surgical Department at the Animal Emergency and Referral Center, an affiliate of the Mississippi State University College of Veterinary Medicine, from 2015 to 2016. In 2015, she achieved diplomate status with the American College of Veterinary Surgeons. She later relocated to Louisiana, where she worked as an associate surgeon in a surgical referral practice prior to founding Resurge Veterinary Surgical Specialists and Rehabilitation.
Before embarking on her career, Dr. Lodato earned a Bachelor's degree in Animal Science from Rutgers University, followed by a Master's degree and a Doctor of Veterinary Medicine from Mississippi State University. She also completed an internship at the Louisiana State University School of Veterinary Medicine.
Throughout her illustrious career, Dr. Lodato has received many awards and accolades and has been recognized worldwide for her accomplishments. In 2023, she was honored with the Top Doctors in Veterinary Medicine Award by Marquis. In 2024, she was selected as the Top Veterinary Surgical Specialist by IAOTP and also received the Empowered Woman Award. In 2024, Dr. Lodato was featured in IAOTP's internationally best-selling book The Top 50 Fearless Leaders, where an entire chapter was dedicated to her, and she received the Executive Choice Award. Last year, she was also honored with IAOTP’s Bombshell Boss Babe Award and was featured on both the Nasdaq and Planet Hollywood billboards in recognition of her accomplishments. She will be honored at IAOTP’s annual gala at the iconic Plaza Hotel in New York City in December 2026, where she will receive her previously selected Presidential Award and be recognized for her inclusion among IAOTP’s Top 25 Global Impact Leaders.
Beyond her clinical work, Dr. Lodato is deeply committed to civil advocacy and community service. She regularly lends her expertise to local rescue organizations, humane societies, and animal shelters, and currently serves as President of the Florida Parish Veterinary Medical Association.
Looking back, Dr. Lodato attributes her success to her drive, perfectionism, and commitment to continual improvement. When not working, she enjoys art, motorcycles, fitness, and spending time in nature. In the future, she hopes to inspire and influence those getting into the field.
For more information, please visit: https://www.resurge.vet/
Watch her video here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lyYJA3hjxqo&t=1s
About IAOTP
The International Association of Top Professionals (IAOTP) is an international boutique networking organization that selects the world's most distinguished and accomplished professionals across a wide range of industries. These elite professionals are provided opportunities to collaborate, share insights, serve as keynote speakers, and inspire others within their fields. Membership is not open to the general public. Candidates must be personally invited by the President or nominated by an esteemed honorary member following a brief interview.
IAOTP's experts have recognized and credentialed thousands of top-tier professionals worldwide, helping them strengthen their personal brands and expand their influence. The organization prides itself on being a one-of-a-kind boutique network that handpicks only the most exceptional individuals and brings them together on a premier platform designed to foster meaningful connections and professional growth. IAOTP remains one of the most elite and highly respected professional recognition organizations in the world.
For more information on IAOTP, please visit: www.iaotp.com
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