US Army’s Pacific Partnership 2024-2 Hosts Spay and Neuter Clinics in the Philippines, Enhancing Public Health and Veterinary Training
During the Pacific Partnership 2024-2 (PP24-2) mission stop in Legazpi, Philippines, from August 5-9, a veterinary team conducted five spay and neuter clinics in the Albay region. This initiative, which involved collaboration between local and international partners, provided vital pet health services to the community while offering valuable training opportunities for local veterinary students.
Dr. Emily McCobb Joins UC Davis as PetSmart Charities Endowed Chair in Accessible Veterinary Care
Dr. Emily McCobb, DVM, MS, DACVAA, has been appointed the inaugural PetSmart Charities Endowed Chair in Accessible Veterinary Care at the University of California, Davis, School of Veterinary Medicine. This prestigious role, permanently funded by a $6 million grant—the largest in PetSmart Charities' 30-year history—marks a significant step forward in making veterinary care more accessible across the United States.
Inspire Veterinary Partners Announces Strategic Expansion with New Verticals and AI Integration
Inspire Veterinary Partners, Inc. (NASDAQ: IVP), a leading provider of pet health care services across the U.S., has unveiled its plans to drive the next phase of growth by expanding its reach through strategic acquisitions, diversifying its service offerings, and enhancing operations with the implementation of Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools.
Virginia-Maryland College of Veterinary Medicine's Summer Research Program: Shaping Future Veterinarians Through Scientific Discovery
This summer, students at the Virginia-Maryland College of Veterinary Medicine traded their stethoscopes for lab coats as they delved into the world of biomedical, clinical, and public health research. The Summer Veterinary Student Research Program, now in its 17th year, offered these future veterinarians an immersive 11-week experience that allowed them to explore scientific questions with the potential to impact both animal and human health.
Revolutionizing Vet Medicine: This Texas A&M Scientist Unveils Game-Changing AI Tool for Future Vets!
At the Texas A&M College of Veterinary Medicine and Biomedical Sciences (VMBS), Dr. Candice Chu is at the forefront of discovering innovative ways to integrate artificial intelligence (AI) into both veterinary practice and education. As an assistant professor in the VMBS Department of Veterinary Pathobiology, Dr. Chu has developed a groundbreaking study tool for veterinary students, leveraging ChatGPT technology to create VetClinPathGPT.
Applications Open for Georgia's Veterinary Education Loan Repayment Program
The Georgia Veterinary Education Loan Repayment Program (GVELRP) is now accepting applications for its 2025 cycle, offering a valuable opportunity for veterinarians committed to serving in rural areas of the state. This program provides student loan repayment for veterinarians who practice or intend to practice in counties with populations of 35,000 or less, specifically focusing on providing care to food animals.