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Dr. Ronald Hirschberg has been the long term hospital director of the Brockton Animal Hospital, in Brockton, Massachusetts. He came to the hospital after graduating from The Ohio State University College of Veterinary Medicine, and served as medical director for more than 30 years. During his tenure, Dr. Hirschberg developed the facility into a full service hospital emphasizing surgery as well as medicine. His areas of interest include orthopedics, ophthalmology, dermatology, and Photobiomodulation or Red Light Therapy (previously known as Low Level Laser Therapy).
He is a recognized authority on Photobiomodulation and its application in companion animal medicine. His treatment protocols have been adopted for use by several light device practitioners and manufacturers. Dr. Hirschberg was invited to sit on a multi-day task force at the World Association of Photobiomodulation (WALT) international meeting in Nice, France in 2018 in an effort to create standardized protocols for several medical conditions.
His speaking engagements have included WALT (World Association of Laser Therapy), NAALT (North American Association of Laser Therapy), ASLMS (American Society of Laser Medicine and Surgery) as well as many other national and international conferences. In 2012 he created an Educational Outreach Initiative, the purpose of which was to create broader opportunities to educate veterinarians and veterinary students as to the science and clinical application of Photobiomodulation. He has presented a CE approved course at many veterinary colleges throughout the United States, including Cornell University, Ohio State, University of California at Davis, Michigan State University and Auburn University, to name a few. He has written and published numerous articles and book chapters, on the application of Photobiomodulation in Veterinary Medicine, with particular emphasis on the treatment of Chronic Kidney (Renal) Disease.
Handbook of Low Level Laser Therapy
His website dedicated to educating clinicians and pet parents about PBM is PBMDVM and is a must read for people interested in the topic.
Wavelength and Red Light Therapy Written By: Alon LandaReviewed: April 2026Updated: April 2026 Ever wondered why some red light therapy treatments work wonders for pets, while others fall flat? It’s not magic. It’s wavelengths. When it comes to photobiomodulation (PBM), also called low-level laser therapy (LLLT) or LED therapy, selecting the right wavelength is critical….