Texas A&M University Breaks Ground on New $181 Million Clinical Veterinary Teaching & Research Complex
Texas A&M University has approved the construction of a state-of-the-art Clinical Veterinary Teaching & Research Complex (CVTRC), set to be the largest hands-on learning facility in the Texas A&M Veterinary Medical Teaching Hospital (VMTH) system. This new facility, which is expected to open in August 2027, will revolutionize veterinary education and clinical care at Texas A&M’s College of Veterinary Medicine & Biomedical Sciences (VMBS).
A World-Class Facility for Veterinary Education
The $181 million project will feature 135,000 square feet of space dedicated to enhancing the educational experience for veterinary students and supporting veterinary clinicians, residents, interns, staff, and researchers. According to Dr. John R. August, the Carl B. King Dean of Veterinary Medicine, the CVTRC will provide much-needed space for compassionate care, groundbreaking clinical trials, and an environment that fosters innovation in veterinary medicine.
“This new facility will offer much-needed space for our world-class veterinary clinicians, residents, interns, support staff, and students in which to work, learn, and provide compassionate care to our patients,” said Dr. August. “It will also be a key driver for clinical research that will advance the veterinary profession as a whole.”
Innovative Design to Meet Future Needs
The CVTRC will house 15 specialty referral services, including oncology, neurology, ophthalmology, dentistry, nutrition, and interventional radiology. The facility will double the surgical suites and exam rooms, expand emergency and intensive care units, and include additional faculty, staff, and student wellness spaces. It will also feature client comfort rooms, a pharmacy, advanced diagnostic imaging, and areas dedicated to training and clinical support.
“We are excited about having a new hospital designed for cutting-edge medicine and surgery, with flexibility that will adapt as the profession evolves,” said Dr. Stacy Eckman, VMBS associate dean for hospital operations and CEO of VMTH.
A Commitment to Advancing Veterinary Medicine
The CVTRC is supported by a $20 million lead gift from Dennis and Linda Clark, contributions from the Texas Legislature, Texas A&M University, and over $10 million raised by alumni. The facility will support the training of 180 students annually in the Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) program and is designed to integrate telemedicine and the latest technological innovations in veterinary care.
As the veterinary profession continues to advance, the new CVTRC will ensure Texas A&M stays at the forefront of education, clinical care, and research.
For more information about the Clinical Veterinary Teaching & Research Complex, visit nextgenvethospital.tamu.edu.
