Education
Letter to dvm360: Why are we still ignoring One Health?
Veterinarians aren't just for cats and dogs. They're crucial to human health and global security, says UC Davis dean, and should be partners with physicians, farmers and world leaders more than ever before.
85 Ohio State veterinary students disciplined for cheating
Incident opens discussion on academic misconduct in the digital age and the increasingly blurred lines between cheating and collaboration.
Jason Johnson appointed dean of new veterinary school in Harrogate, Tennessee
Faculty member replaces founding dean Glen Hoffsis at Lincoln Memorial University.
Symposium to examine heartworm resistance, heat treatment of blood samples, multimodal prevention
AHS announces the hottest topics on tap for the 15th Triennial Heartworm Symposium scheduled for September in New Orleans.
Jim Wilson, DVM, JD, retires from teaching
The veterinary and legal author, speaker and teacher's exit is too bad for the next generation of veterinarians who won't get a class with this legal and veterinary mind. And, let's get personal: I'll miss him.
Lorin Warnick named Dean of Cornell University College of Veterinary Medicine
Lorin Warnick, DVM, Ph. D., is appointed dean after serving one year as interim dean.
Lonnie King appointed chair of Appalachia advisory board
The former veterinary school dean will work to improve animal health issues.
Come together, right now, over debt
Fix the Debt summit calls on all stakeholders in the veterinary field to be a part of student debt solution.
The lowdown on cannabis in veterinary medicine
Fresh from the 2016 Nestl Purina Companion Animal Nutrition Summit, a look at what we know about this plant's powers in people and pets.
AVMA accreditation council extends Tuskegees probation period
Veterinary school has one outstanding major deficiency to correct before being awarded full accreditation. tu
37 ways to use a DVM degree
Hey, its not an exhaustive list, but its certainly more than most of us thought about in school when we thought our two choices were (1) start work right away or (2) get an internship.
Hey, vet school: Grads not earning? No loans for you!
The Department of Education can deny some schools federal loan dollars if their graduates dont wind up with a decent income. What are the implications for the veterinary profession and its off-kilter debt-to-income ratio?
Clinical Rounds: Insulinoma in a senior pit bull
When a dog presented to the University of Tennessee emergency department with a possible pancreatic mass, the Clinical Rounds team came to his aid. Head with us down the hall as we explore all aspects of this case.
Vet students ideas could earn them $17.5K
Three teams of DVMs-to-be will share $17,500 in cash prizes. One lucky team could see their idea for veterinary innovation become a real product or service.
$20 million donated for Colorado State stem cell research facility
Veterinarians, physicians will benefit from collaboration funded by horse health enthusiasts.
"Will my pet be in pain?"
Spend five minutes at your next team meeting to take the pain out of pain discussions with pet owners.
Letter to dvm360: Texas doesnt need another veterinary school
Graduates are already having a hard time finding well-paying jobs.
Catching pet lovers early
A new program shows tweens a path to become tomorrows veterinarians and responsible pet owners.
Letter to dvm360: One readers thoughts on student debt and subsidized veterinary care
Veterinarian urges colleagues to consider inflation in student debt discussions, adjust terminology for services provided by humane nonprofit facilities.
Commentary response: Distributive teaching model has doneand will donothing for veterinary medicines high standards
Dr. Peter Eyres parallels to study in human medicine miss the mark.
Veterinary student debt summit on the horizon
Industry leaders will convene in April to explore student debt issues and solutions.
Rocket the Boston terrier receives pacemaker along with new lease on life
UC Davis veterinary cardiologists diagnose third-degree AV block.
AAVMC names James Womack recipient of 2016 Excellence in Research Award
Texas A&M genomics expert has applied work to veterinary, human health.
Cornell study unravels link between bariatric surgery, diabetes remission
Increased bile acid concentrations, receptor activity, help balance glucose levels, veterinary researcher finds.
AVMA veterinary economist warns of education problems ahead
Opening new veterinary schools could bring about lower than optimal applicant-to-seat ratio.
Commentary: Veterinary education and intellectual freedom
Distributive model of clinical education is a necessary part of the evolution of our professional education.
First test tube puppies born at Cornell veterinary college
Researchers hope to use IVF pups to study genetic diseases in people.
Letter to dvm360: Shroud of secrecy cloaks veterinary loan repayment program
The VMLRP's misplaced priorities don't address glaring shortages.
UC Davis veterinary ophthalmologists keep event horse on track for victory
Equine specialty team treats corneal laceration in time for winning spree.
Texas Tech announces plans for new veterinary school
Amarillo being discussed as a possible location for the new program.