Veterinary Education
Here’s a look at how a new University of Illinois College of ACES-Vet Med partnership will support future food animal veterinarians.
U.S. dairy cattle tested positive for a strain of bird flu that previously had not been seen in cows, the U.S. Department of Agriculture said on Wednesday, ramping up concerns about the persistent spread of the virus.
One recipient is a dual-degree veterinary student at the University of Minnesota, pursuing both a doctorate in veterinary medicine and a doctorate in population medicine.
California native Serena Schotanus, a Kansas State University College of Veterinary Medicine student, is named the award recipient.
The pest can travel on humans, vehicles, pets, livestock and even on some wildlife species — all of which increase the likelihood it could eventually enter our country.
The annual award, sponsored by Zoetis, recognizes outstanding achievements by a veterinarian in beef-cattle medicine.
Two weeks after the pest was detected in a Mexican cow, U.S. officials remain focused on the health and wellness of U.S. livestock.
The program is open to association members who graduated between 2017-24. The event is set for Feb. 14-15 in Norman, Okla.
If you know a college student who’s bound for veterinary school, this would be a good opportunity.
Marsh stepped into his Purdue role on November 4 as dean and clinical professor of veterinary medicine, with a focus on Purdue’s One Health initiative. He succeeds distinguished veterinary pathologist and campus leader Willie Reed.
Haven’t had to correct an employee on proper protocols lately? Then you should be very concerned.
Summer internships are the first exposure for students to the real world.
The essential oil from oregano is proving beneficial for calf diets. Two studies have shown it to have positive impacts on calf health and performance as an alternative to antibiotics.
Three U.S. schools are included in the list.
The 2024 57th AABP Annual Conference demonstrated resiliency and preparedness of bovine veterinarians.
Successful applicants will receive a $1,500 scholarship.
“Genomics 2.0 – Optimizing Dairy Cattle Fertility” headlines the Sept. 19 Dairy Calf And Heifer Association webinar.
Among the mix of technologies, management factors, and strategies to raise healthy calves: genetics. There is growing evidence that calves can inherit the ability to resist calfhood diseases like pneumonia and scours from their parents.
Veterinarians can play a crucial role in helping dairy farmers identify areas of opportunity, leading to more profitable and sustainable operations, says Maggie Cronk, a veterinary student and 2024 Iowa Dairy Ambassador.
Boehringer Ingelheim and Tuskegee University are expanding their partnership to foster diversity in the veterinary field. The College of Veterinary Medicine there has educated 70%-plus of African American veterinarians.
Jayme Souza-Neto at Kansas State University uses next-gen sequencing coupled with modern gene silencing/knockout technologies to learn more about the genes responsive to arboviruses and how each one functions.
Jessica Stephenson, a fourth-year Doctor of Veterinary Medicine student, took an unconventional path to veterinary school.
Eligible candidates must be NMC members and enrolled full time at a college or university in a dairy, animal or veterinary science, microbiology or related program at the time of application deadline, which is July 31.
Although the swine industry is small enough veterinarians will likely run into each other often at meetings, Jana Morgan believes there’s something special about the impact of intentional interaction. Here’s why.
2024 57th AABP Annual Conference in Columbus, Ohio, Moves Beyond “But We’ve Always Done It This Way”, to “Challenging the Norm”.
Now, along with undergraduate students, current high school seniors who have experience raising and caring for small or large livestock, equine and/or poultry, are eligible to apply.
By using precision technologies such as automated milk feeders and pedometers combined with machine learning, illnesses can be detected earlier and better informed treatment decisions can be made.
Utilizing credentialed veterinary technicians (CVTs) in bovine practice can assist veterinarians in providing additional and efficient services to their large animal clients.
Turning out a subfertile bull means some cows in the herd won’t get bred or bred in a timely manner. Both problems are costly, says Chance Armstrong, DVM, Auburn University. Check out the two scenarios he outlines here.
Arkansas State University and Lyon College are both in the accreditation process of adopting the first-ever veterinary schools in the state.