The Oregon State University Chapter of the Humane Society Veterinary Medical Association (HSVMA) hosted a lunch presentation last Thursday on the veterinarian’s role in solving the feral cat overpopulation crisis. Dr. Susan Krebsbach, a veterinarian from Wisconsin and a veterinary consultant for the HSVMA, came to discuss the current techniques of population control and introduce […]
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Feline Frenzy: HSVMA talks to students about the veterinarian’s role in solving the feral cat overpopulation crisis
Tuesday, November 30th, 2010After 9 years, Dr. Jennifer Simpson moves on
Tuesday, November 30th, 2010Originally from South Africa, Jennifer Simpson graduated from OSU CVM in 2005. She served as an intern in small animal medicine and surgery, followed by an internship in surgery. Dr. Simpson then fulfilled a residency in small animal surgery. “I wish I could see you all and give you all a hug. The people here […]
Faculty participate in 2010 World Buiatrics Congress
Tuesday, November 30th, 2010Drs. A. Morrie Craig and Aurora Villarroel participated in the 2010 World Buiatrics Congress (Bovine Veterinarians) held in Santiago, Chile, from November 14 to 18. Over 1600 veterinarians from all over the world attended this biannual congress. Dr. Craig presented a key lecture on mycotoxins and endotoxins in world production. Included in his lecture were […]
Dr. Clarke appointed to USDA advisory board
Wednesday, November 10th, 2010Dr. Cyril Clarke was appointed by USDA Secretary Tom Vilsack to the National Agricultural Research, Extension, Education, and Economics Advisory Board to represent the interests of American Colleges of Veterinary Medicine. The Board was established by Congress in the 1996 Federal Agriculture Improvement and Reform Act. The Board provides advice and consultation to the Secretary […]
Student exposed to veterinarian roles at the CDC
Wednesday, November 10th, 2010Diana Care, class of 2011, recently spent six weeks at the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) in Atlanta, GA as part of the Epidemiological Elective for Senior Medical and Veterinary Students (Epi Elective). The elective provides fourth-year medical and veterinary students with hands-on experience in epidemiology and public health, as well as a chance to experience life […]
Zoo, Wildlife and Exotic Animal Medicine club symposium
Tuesday, October 26th, 2010The Zoo, Wildlife, and Exotic Animal Medicine club hosted its first annual symposium on October 16-17 entitled “Medicine and Management of Non-Traditional Species.” The symposium was envisioned, planned, and created by students with the support of faculty mentor, Dr. Rob Bildfell. The schedule counted for a total of 12.5 hours of continuing education. A total […]
