2024
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Faculty Spotlight: Erin Phoenix '11, DVM '17 , articleErin Phoenix, a VMCVM alum and faculty member who is excited for the opportunity to grow and support future veterinarians to give back to her profession and alma mater.
Date: Feb 09, 2024 -
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Keeping an equine athlete at the top of his game , articleThe 20-year-old Lusitano owned by horse trainer Katherine Abrams receives veterinary care through Equine Field Service, part of the Virginia-Maryland College of Veterinary Medicine’s Veterinary Teaching Hospital. Thanks to the diligence of his owner, riders, farrier, and veterinary care team, the aging athlete is able to compete at advanced levels.
Date: Feb 09, 2024 -
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Chance meeting changes life trajectory toward fulfilling career in equine veterinary medicine , articleJennifer Barrett traveled an unusual path to land her dream job at the Marion duPont Scott Equine Medical Center (EMC), a job that combines her three passions in life: clinical service, research, and teaching.
Date: Feb 08, 2024 -
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Laura Parkhurst joins veterinary college amid national shelter crisis , articleLaura Parkhurst has taken on the role of clinical instructor in shelter medicine and surgery clerkship at the Virginia-Maryland College of Veterinary Medicine amidst a critical time for animal shelters nationwide.
Date: Feb 07, 2024 -
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Veterinary college experts pen definitive book on dog breeding , articleJulie Cecere, clinical associate professor of theriogenology, and Phillip Sponenberg, recently retired professor of pathology and genetics, have co-authored "Breeding Better Dogs: Canine Breeding Management.”
Date: Feb 06, 2024 -
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Chocolate and candy: The hidden Valentine's Day dangers to your pet's health , articleAs Valentine's Day approaches, you may be planning to enjoy some chocolates and candies. While these sweet treats delight us, they can pose significant risks to our pets. Understanding what's enjoyable for us but might be harmful for our furry friends is important during this sweet holiday.
Date: Feb 05, 2024 -
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Student Spotlight: Roger Mack , articleMeet Roger Mack, a fourth-year DVM mixed animal tracker who possesses hidden talents in robotics and baking, refutes the misconception that veterinary studies only focus on disease, emphasizing the importance of preventive health.
Date: Feb 02, 2024 -
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Two veterinary college faculty members author textbook to guide education of next generation of veterinarians , articleVirginia-Maryland College of Veterinary Medicine faculty members have written a much-needed textbook designed to provide practical advice and guidance for educators teaching the next generation of veterinarians.
Date: Feb 01, 2024 -
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Virginia beef producers' day of learning and connection at Virginia Tech , articleFaculty from both the College of Agriculture and Life Sciences and the Virginia-Maryland College of Veterinary Medicine presented topics at the 2024 Beef Cattle Health Conference held on the Virginia Tech campus.
Date: Jan 30, 2024 -
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Staff Spotlight: Carli Dotson , articleCarli Dotson joined the veterinary college in June 2019, initially supporting students and later becoming the administrative assistant for the Department of Large Animal Clinical Sciences. She values the supportive community at VMCVM and lives by the motto "Be the change you want to see in the world."
Date: Jan 26, 2024 -
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Accomplished alum guides veterinary students in surgical techniques , articleVirginia-Maryland College of Veterinary Medicine alumnus Justin Ganjei, an accomplished veterinary surgeon in Maryland, offers his expertise to help today’s veterinary students learn proper surgery techniques.
Date: Jan 25, 2024 -
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Sunshine Lahmers awarded 2023 Zoetis Distinguished Veterinary Teacher Award , articleSunshine Lahmers has won the 2023 Zoetis Distinguished Veterinary Teacher Award. A clinical associate professor of cardiology, Lahmers works with students throughout their veterinary education, from their first year to their cardiology clerkships in their clinical year. Through facilitating discussion and listening to students work through problems, Lahmers gives students time to shine, and it also allows her to pick up on points of confusion.
Date: Jan 24, 2024 -
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Kevin Pelzer influences many lives during 36 years at veterinary college , articleKevin Pelzer’s 36-year teaching and clinical background at the Virginia-Maryland College of Veterinary Medicine is primarily in large animal medicine and epidemiology, but one of his most memorable experiences involved something much different.
Date: Jan 23, 2024 -
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Scholarship helps student pursue equine veterinary medicine , articleSarah Landeck, a Class of 2027 student at the Virginia-Maryland College of Veterinary Medicine, is the first recipient of the Maria and David Williams Equine Veterinary Scholarship.
Date: Jan 22, 2024 -
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Alumni Spotlight: Calvin Lau DVM '17 , articleCalvin Lau, a proud VMCVM DVM 2017 alum, reflects on how VMCVM equipped him for the real world by emphasizing continuous learning and problem-solving skills. For him, the best part of being a VMCVM alum lies in the enduring friendships and bonds formed with his graduating class, who continue to support each other.
Date: Jan 19, 2024 -
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Equine Sports medicine specialist complements comprehensive sports medicine facilities now in place at the Marion duPont Scott Equine Medical Center , articleGustavo Zanotto joined the Marion duPont Scott Equine Medical Center (EMC) on January 10 as a clinical assistant professor of equine sports medicine and lameness.
Date: Jan 17, 2024 -
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Growley III gets a clean bill of health from the Veterinary Teaching Hospital , articleIt takes a village to take care of Growley III, the mascot of the Virginia Tech Corps of Cadets. The cadets work together to take care of the happy-go-lucky labrador, and he receives veterinary care through the Virginia-Maryland College of Veterinary Medicine.
Date: Jan 17, 2024 -
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Faculty Spotlight: Jacquelyn Pelzer DVM '97 , articleJacquelyn Pelzer, a VMCVM alum and committed faculty member since 2009, delights in nurturing veterinary students through their transformative journey. A former professional surfer turned veterinarian, she effortlessly balances diverse roles with style.
Date: Jan 12, 2024 -
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A pint-sized puppy named Kenny Brooks does a full-court press on heart research , articleHe may not shoot hoops like the players his Virginia Tech women’s basketball coach namesake guides, but this Kenny Brooks, a 5-month-old cavalier King Charles spaniel, is dribbling his way into the hearts of researchers. As a key player in a unique cardiology study at the Virginia-Maryland College of Veterinary Medicine, this charming puppy is helping to unravel the mysteries of heart disease in his breed.
Date: Jan 11, 2024 -
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Donkey foal named ‘Hokie’ in honor of lifesaving work of Veterinary Teaching Hospital , articleA Smyth County family that roots for Virginia Tech's archrival has a good reason to love a Hokie now, as it's the name of a donkey foal brought back to health at the Veterinary Teaching Hospital.
Date: Jan 10, 2024 -
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Scholarships open doors for Carla Gutierrez in aspirations to become livestock veterinarian , articleGrowing up, people tried to discourage Carla Gutierrez ’16 from becoming a veterinarian, telling her that it was too hard. Now a member of the DVM class of 2025, she’s proving her naysayers wrong.
Date: Jan 09, 2024 -
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Board-certification in emergency and critical care is clinician’s pathway to dream job , articleEmily Schaefer has recently moved into her dream position as a clinical assistant professor of equine emergency and critical care after becoming board-certified by the American College of Veterinary Emergency and Critical Care (ACVECC).
Date: Jan 08, 2024 -
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Swimming with ScubaCats: diving course enriches student experience at the Veterinary College , articleMichael Nappier from the veterinary college runs the ScubaCat Project, offering scuba diving courses to the college community. Aimed at promoting wellness and relaxation, the initiative attracts students, faculty, and staff, providing a unique educational and stress-relieving experience away from the rigors of academic life.
Date: Jan 05, 2024 -
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Spectrum of care: Students get hands-on with alternative treatment for canine knee injuries , articleThis lab is part of an elective on small animal physical rehabilitation at the veterinary college. The purpose of the class is to introduce the students to a variety of therapeutic modalities, techniques, and alternative treatment methods to support patients with orthopedic and musculoskeletal diseases, and thanks to this education, veterinary students can offer a better spectrum of care for their future patients.
Date: Jan 04, 2024 -
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Student Spotlight: Andrea Connor , articleMeet Andrea Connor, a second-year DVM/MPH public corporate tracker who is interested in infectious diseases.
Date: Jan 03, 2024