Laser lithotripsy offers new option for removing stones   In May, a 9-year-old Chihuahua named Sammy became the first patient at the UF Small Animal Hospital to receive a procedure known as laser lithotripsy to remove a stone lodged in his urethra. Three months later, Sammy, who has experienced chronic problems with bladder blockages from […]

Hundreds attend Merial-NIH research symposium in Orlando  Against the exotic backdrop of the Disney Yacht and Beach Club Resort in Orlando, the University of Florida hosted the 11th annual Merial-NIH Veterinary Scholars Summer Research Program and Symposium Aug. 4-7, drawing 337 students from all over the U.S., as well as Canada, France and the Netherlands. […]

Morgan Guoan hopes to blend her interests in the arts with veterinary medicine one day.

On the road again…veterinary cardiologists are expanding their outreach to local veterinary practices to provide specialty care for pets.

Congrats to summer graduates Several students from the UF College of Veterinary Medicine’s graduate studies program  received their degrees during an advanced degree commencement ceremony held Aug. 6 at the Stephen C. O’Connell Center. Recipients include: Master of Science (thesis) degree: *Dr. Caleb Hudson Doctor of Philosophy degree: *Dan J. Spade Master of Science (non-thesis) […]

UF colic experts share findings at national meeting From pain management to disease diagnosis to post-operative recovery rates, University of Florida veterinarians are advancing knowledge about equine colic, the No. 1 cause of premature death in horses. Drs. David Freeman, Ali Morton, Chris Sanchez, Astrid Grosche, Abel Ekiri and Johanna Elfenbein shared findings from several […]

Students learn more about careers in research as part of Merial Summer Research Program.

Monthly screenings offered by the UF Small Animal Hospital’s cardiology service help to prevent heart disease in pets.