Murray State Board of Regents Appoints Veterinary School Dean Pending DVM Program Approval
Murray State University appoints Dr. Laura Ken Hoffman as dean of its proposed School of Veterinary Medicine, pending CPE approval of a DVM program. Construction on the veterinary school building is planned for 2026–2027, alongside campus-wide safety and infrastructure updates.
Canine Osteosarcoma: Contemporary Guidance for Veterinary Practitioners
Canine osteosarcoma (OSA) is a common and aggressive bone tumor. Current best practices emphasize limb amputation combined with adjuvant chemotherapy, while emerging treatments like immunotherapy show promise. This comprehensive guideline provides veterinarians with expert recommendations to optimize care, improve survival, and maintain quality of life for affected dogs.
Virginia Tech Honors Dr. Giulio Menciotti with Anne Hunter Endowed Professorship in Veterinary Medicine
Dr. Giulio Menciotti of Virginia Tech’s Veterinary College has been awarded the Anne Hunter Endowed Professorship in Veterinary Medicine for his contributions to feline cardiology research and veterinary education. He is board certified in cardiology and has led over $7 million in research grants.
They Told Her She'd Never Be A Vet. Wait 'Til You See Her Now.
The path to a dream is rarely a straight line. For Alena Brown, a first-year student at the brand-new Shreiber School of Veterinary Medicine at Rowan University, it was more of a “bumpy road” filled with detours and unexpected climbs. But as she settles into her anatomy lectures and lab work, she knows every twist and turn—every cleaned cage, every rejected application, every moment of doubt—was preparation for this exact moment: becoming a foundational piece of veterinary education history.
Veterinary Study Finds LIPUS Boosts Bone Healing in Injured Racehorses
Low-intensity pulsed ultrasound (LIPUS) enhances healing of proximal sesamoid bone fractures (PSBFs) in racehorses. Studies show LIPUS improves bone repair, reduces inflammation, and promotes faster recovery, making it a promising non-invasive treatment for equine athletes.
PRN Pharmacal Announces Veterinary Technician Awards Program to Honor Exceptional Care
Pegasus Laboratories/PRN Pharmacal, a company focused on developing innovative products to treat chronic conditions in cats, dogs, and horses, is launching an awards program that celebrates the dedication, compassion, and clinical expertise of veterinary technicians.