September-October 2023

College launches open heart surgery program for dogs

Dr. Michael Aherne, Dr. Darcy Adin and Dr. Katsuhiro Matsuura, members of the UF College of Veterinary Medicine’s open heart surgery team, with their first patient, George, held by his owner, Kimberley David, prior to George’s discharge on Aug. 28.
Drs. Michael Aherne, Darcy Adin and Katsuhiro Matsuura, members of the UF College of Veterinary Medicine’s open heart surgery team, with their first patient, George, held by his owner, Kimberley David (second from the right), prior to George’s discharge on Aug. 28. Adin holds Louise, David’s companion during George’s hospital stay. (Photo by Sarah Carey)