Dr. Hobbs supervises the Surgical Services Unit (SSU) at the Oregon National Primate Research Center. SSU provides anesthesia, analgesia, critical care, post-operative care, and the surgical expertise to perform a wide range of procedures in support of research programs in a precise and efficient manner.  In addition to research support, SSU performs diagnostic and therapeutic procedures in support of the veterinary care program.  Dr. Hobbs’ responsibilities also include managing the administrative aspects of the unit such as personnel, budget management, and equipment purchases. He has over 20 years of surgical and medical experience along with a Master’s Degree in Clinical Research.  Development of novel procedures, models and techniques, testing new equipment, and developing least-invasive techniques to refine current techniques are some of his favorite parts of the job.  Dr. Hobbs also mentors veterinary residents and veterinarians interested in clinical research projects.  He has been a voting member of the IACUC since 2007 and has a strong interest in biomedical ethics in the research setting. Dr. Hobbs’ independent research projects in rhesus macaques include significant work in characterizing alopecia, acid-base outcome predictors in multiple trauma cases, and blood volume determination. Each of these research projects was ultimately inspired by animal welfare concerns. Dr. Hobbs’ professional goal is to provide compassionate care for animals while assuring scientific integrity for research.