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Junebug Gerke Success Story
Junebug is a 7 year old, mixed breed dog who was adopted by the Gerke family. Junebug’s family hoped that when they rescued her and provided her with love and safety that she would be okay, but unfortunately that was not the case. As a rescue, Junebug had never interacted […]
UGA CVM advances closer to No. 1 in US News Rankings of VetMed Schools
The University of Georgia College of Veterinary Medicine rose to No. 7 in the latest ranking of veterinary colleges nationwide by U.S. News and World Report. The CVM has consistently placed in the top 10 in past rankings, and this distinction now places the CVM in the top 5 of […]
Registration now open for free eye exams for service animals
The University of Georgia Veterinary Teaching Hospital is once again offering free eye exam screenings to service and working animals this May as part of the 13th Annual American College of Veterinary Ophthalmologists (ACVO) and Epicur National Service Animal Eye Exam Event. Registration by Sunday, April 30 at www.ACVOeyeexam.org is required to […]
Poppy O’Shaughnessy/Lofquist – Success Story
Poppy is a 7 year old, female labrador retriever mix who was a neurology patient at the University of Georgia Veterinary Teaching Hospital (UGA VTH). According to her family, Poppy has always been an energetic, loving soul who loves to play her favorite game “Rocky,” which consists of chasing river […]
Zeroing in on Parkinson’s: UGA takes multi-faceted approach to brain disease
For centuries, scientists have tried to crack the mystery of a devastating ailment once called “the shaking palsy.” But Parkinson’s disease, which causes tremors, muscle stiffness and difficulty walking, remains the second most common neurodegenerative disorder in the United States after Alzheimer’s. About 1 million Americans have Parkinson’s, and more […]
Teddy Austin – Success Story
Meet Teddy! Teddy is a four-year-old mixed breed dog who was a behavioral medicine patient at the University of Georgia Veterinary Teaching Hospital (UGA VTH). When Teddy’s family adopted him, he was fearful of everyone and everything. Prior to receiving treatment at the UGA VTH, Teddy spent his time hiding […]
CVM researcher wins $1.1 million grant to study malaria vaccine
Research will be in collaboration with Yale University Chet Joyner, PhD, a faculty member in the Center for Vaccines and Immunology and the Center for Tropical and Emerging Diseases in the College of Veterinary Medicine (CVM) at the University of Georgia, is the recipient of a $1.1 million grant from […]
Five CVM faculty awarded professorships, distinguished professorship and chair
Five members of the UGA College of Veterinary Medicine faculty have been awarded professorships in recognition and support for their work in teaching, research and public service. Dr. Frane Banovic was named UGA College of Veterinary Medicine Professor. Banovic is part of the Dermatology Service in the Department of Small […]
Dr. Biao He, One of UGA’s First Two Regents’ Entrepreneurs
The distinction recognizes faculty who have demonstrated success in translating research into a commercial setting The University System of Georgia Board of Regents approved two University of Georgia professors as Regents’ Entrepreneurs at its Dec. 1 meeting. Professors Biao He and Steven Stice, are the first two UGA selections for […]
The World’s First Ever Bee Vaccine
UGA’s College of Veterinary Medicine is working with Dalan Animal Health to conduct field trials on the world’s first ever bee vaccine. Our college is proud to house the most robust veterinary bee health program for in the country. Students start learning how to treat these vital creatures during their […]
Jonah Elliot Clark Scholarship is a First for CVM Undergraduates
The first scholarship to benefit undergraduates enrolled in the University of Georgia College of Veterinary Medicine’s Biomedical Physiology program celebrates the memory of Jonah Elliot Clark, the son of Robert Clark, who serves as Senior Director for Finance and Administration of the College of Veterinary Medicine. Last April, Jonah unexpectedly […]
Mushroom “Roo” Carnes – Success Story
Owned by Kayla and Michael Carnes When Mushroom (Roo) the German Shepherd was only two months old, she was diagnosed with a very loud heart murmur, so severe the murmur could be felt from outside of the chest. She had just been adopted by her new family when she was […]
Howie Hansen – Success Story
Eisenhower “Howie” was barely 8 months old when the first signs appeared that something was wrong. In June of 2022, the young lab-mix ballooned rapidly due to ascites, a condition where fluid accumulates in the abdomen and causes swelling. He was struggling to walk and was very lethargic. For a […]
La Peciosa Ball – Success Story
La Preciosa is Spanish for “precious”, a word which perfectly describes this young filly. La Preciosa’s family first noticed Preciosa was not feeling well in early July when she was only about 3 weeks old. They immediately scheduled an appointment with their primary vet, who put Preciosa on a round […]
Obie Joseph – Success Story
Meet Obie! This 13-year-old domestic short hair visited the UGA Veterinary Teaching Hospital back in July when his primary veterinarian referred him to our Oncology team for a suspected cancerous mass. Unfortunately, suspicions were confirmed when Obie was diagnosed with a sarcoma on his hind leg. Such tumors have a […]
Mollie Baugus – Success Story
Less than a year ago, Mollie Bauguss was just a happy, thriving pit bull, living her best life with the Bauguss family. That is, before her and her family received the devastating news. Mollie had cancer. Mollie’s first symptoms were a few unassuming lumps on her neck, which owner Haley […]
Dr. Palomares Receives Fulbright Specialist Award
The U.S. Department of State and the Fulbright Foreign Scholarship Board are pleased to announce that Roberto Alexander Palomares Naveda of University of Georgia has received a Fulbright Specialist Program award. Dr. Palomares Naveda will complete a project at Universidad Nacional de Mar del Plata in Argentina that aims to […]
UGA College of Veterinary Medicine Graduate Student Receives High Honors for Research
Several veterinary students and one graduate veterinary researcher are recognized annually at the National Veterinary Scholars Symposium with Boehringer Ingelheim awards in recognition of their early contributions to research advancing animal and human health. Dr. Ashley M. Rasys, from the University of Georgia, received the 2022 Boehringer Ingelheim Veterinary Research Award […]
Costa Rica trip is a summer immersion into OneHealth
Costa Rica, while comprising just 0.03% of the planet’s land surface, is home to more than 500,000 species, making it one of the 20 countries with the greatest biodiversity in the world. For nearly 20 years, Sonia Hernandez has been taking groups of UGA students down to the Central American […]
Otis Howell
Meet Otis, the 3-year-old basset hound. In March of 2022, Otis’s owner, Cori, had a gut feeling something was wrong when Otis began acting different. “I could tell something was off – just a really big gut feeling. He was just not acting himself,” Cori said. Otis’s demeanor had changed, […]
UGA’s College of Veterinary Medicine Shelter Medicine Program Adds New Faculty Member
The University of Georgia’s College of Veterinary Medicine (CVM) is excited to welcome Dr. Staci Cannon as the college’s first faculty shelter medicine specialist. Dr. Cannon joined the faculty on July 1, 2022, as part of a newly established partnership with the Athens Area Humane Society (AAHS) aimed at supporting […]
Ben Anderson named SEC Baseball Scholar-Athlete of the Year
Ben Anderson, a graduate student in the Comparative Biomedical Sciences program, has recently been named the Southeastern Conference Baseball Scholar-Athlete of the Year. Anderson, a co-captain and native of LaGrange, Ga., has already earned a degree in Biochemistry. He is working on his master’s degree with plans to go to […]
UGA illustration programs merge hard science with fine art
Offered through the College of Veterinary Medicine’s Educational Resources Center, UGA’s post-graduate certificate in comparative medical illustration provides students with classroom and experiential education in a variety of media. The program is helmed by Jim Moore, director of Educational Resources and a Distinguished Research Professor in large animal medicine. While they take some […]
UGA’s College of Veterinary Medicine launches new Undergraduate Certificate in One Health
The University of Georgia College of Veterinary Medicine has officially launched its new Undergraduate Certificate in One Health (UCOH). Applications for Fall 2022 enrollment to the program opened on Monday, March 21, 2022. This certificate, open to UGA undergraduates of all majors, explores the intersection of human, animal, and environmental […]
Highly contagious virus confirmed in three Georgia bald eagles
Highly pathogenic avian influenza was confirmed in three bald eagles in Georgia Thursday. This is the first time the virus has been confirmed in the species in the state. The University of Georgia’s Southeastern Cooperative Wildlife Diseases Study first detected the disease in the dead eagles found in Chatham, Glynn and […]
Testing the Waters in Djibouti
U.S. Navy Lt. Cmdr. Rebecca Pavlicek is a microbiologist assigned to the Naval Medical Research Center in Silver Spring, Maryland, and the current director of the microbiology laboratory of Naval Medical Research Unit-Three on Camp, Lemonnier, Djibouti, where she is deployed to protect service members from infectious diseases such as […]
UGA receives $5 million to support Parkinson’s research
Athens, Ga. – The University of Georgia will receive $5 million in federal funding for Parkinson’s research as part of the omnibus spending package passed by Congress and signed by President Joe Biden on Tuesday, March 15. The funds, which will support new facilities and equipment for the Johnny Isakson […]
Fungal infections cost U.S. $6.7B in a year
New research from the University of Georgia found that fungal infections account for $6.7 billion in health care spending in 2018. And that’s just the cases that were directly responsible for inpatient hospital stays. Combined with secondary infections and diagnoses, the total cost of hospital stays associated with fungal infections […]
Making Opportunity from Adversity
In January 2021, the University of Georgia celebrated 60 years of desegregation. Two students took the first step to break down barriers and pave the way for those who followed. In 1969, Drs. Hall and McKelvin became the first black students at the College of Veterinary Medicine, opening doors for […]
Animals Infecting Humans Is Scary. It’s Worse When We Infect Them Back.
Mink farms threaten to become a source of new coronavirus variants – and an object lesson in how ‘spillback’ can make deadly diseases even deadlier. Read More Read More [PDF]
Shoring Up The Species Barrier
“The University of Georgia is one of the leading research institutions in the world tackling zoonotic spillover,” said Justin Bahl, comparative geneticist and associate professor in the College of Public Health and College of Veterinary Medicine at UGA. “We are studying the human and environmental systems in which these zoonotic infections arise and identifying possible […]
UGA researchers developing new models for malaria drug development and testing
Two UGA researchers are working to make it easier to develop effective treatments for malaria, a disease that sickens millions worldwide and kills hundreds of thousands each year. In tropical climates around the globe, malaria poses a grave risk to already vulnerable populations. In 2019, the World Health Organization estimated […]
The 2021 Inspiring Programs in STEM Awards
Our team at the Tifton Veterinary Diagnostic and Investigational Laboratory received the “2021 Inspiring Programs in STEM Award” from INSIGHT into Diversity. This honor recognizes the effort that colleges, universities, and outside organizations have undertaken to empower underrepresented and women students of all levels to succeed in the science, technology, […]
A life dedicated to excellence in veterinary care, a legacy committed to veterinary education
With a planned gift to the University of Georgia Foundation, Dr. Clarence and Mrs. Janet Rawlings make a lasting impact on the faculty at the UGA College of Veterinary Medicine for generations to come. With this commitment, the Rawlings join UGA’s Heritage Society, an exclusive group of alumni and friends […]
Antibiotic-resistant bacteria found in cattle
Growing resistance to our go-to antibiotics is one of the biggest threats the world faces. As common bacteria like strep and salmonella become resistant to medications, what used to be easily treatable infections can now pose difficult medical challenges. New research from the University of Georgia shows that there may […]
Kaori Sakamoto named to AAVMP board
Dr. Kaori Sakamoto, associate professor of anatomic pathology, has recently been named the director of wellness and wellbeing for the Association of Asian American Veterinary Medical Professionals (AAVMP). In this role, Dr. Sakamoto will be responsible for developing wellness workshops and opportunities designed to improve wellbeing and promoting positive mental […]
CVM professor receives ACVIM Lee & Inge Pyle Service Award
Dr. Michelle Barton, director of clinical academic affairs, Fuller E. Callaway Endowed Chair, and Josiah Meigs Distinguished Teaching Professor of Large Animal Internal Medicine, was named the 2021 recipient of the Lee and Inge Pyle Service Award. This award is presented annually to an American College of Veterinary Internal Medicine […]
Researchers find target to fight antibiotic resistance
Gram-negative bacteria are the bane of health care workers’ existence. They’re one of the most dangerous organisms to become infected with—and one of the hardest to treat. But new research from the University of Georgia suggests a component of bacteria’s cell walls may hold the key to crushing the antibiotic-resistant microbes. […]
CVM researchers receive NIH-USDA grant to study mechanisms of chromosome instability and early pregnancy loss
A team of researchers from the University of Georgia College of Veterinary Medicine and the Regenerative Bioscience Center has received a five-year, dual-purpose grant of $1.65 million from the USDA and the NIH to study the effects of chromosomal abnormalities on early embryo development and to discover and validate novel […]
CVM faculty member named 2021 Meigs Professor
Dr. Jo Smith is one of five faculty members to be named 2021 Josiah Meigs Distinguished Teaching Professors. This professorship is the University of Georgia’s highest teaching honor. “This year’s Meigs Professorship honorees are exemplary educators who engage students at all levels through innovative instruction and experiential learning,” said S. […]
Grateful clients commit to advancing equine research
Endurance riding taught Stagg and Cheryl Newman the valuable bond between humans and horses. Their professional careers taught them the value of research. Today, the Newmans blend their passions to advance equine research for generations to come. COMMITMENT TO HIGHER ACHIEVEMENT Stagg and Cheryl met in graduate school at Cornell […]
A champion gets a second chance
From the moment he was born, Major was destined for greatness. Born at the home of his trainers, Dave and Lee Walker, Major comes from a line of champions. Dave and Lee are bird dog trainers and handlers who specialize in German shorthaired pointers. Major’s parents, Shooter and Sister, are […]
Canine Companions Needed for Dog Aging Project Research
Dr. Kate Creevy was just beginning her career as a small animal veterinary faculty member at the University of Georgia College of Veterinary Medicine when she was approached by Daniel Promislow. Dr. Promislow, a faculty member in the Department of Genetics in the Franklin College of Arts and Sciences at […]
CVM faculty member named University Professor
Dr. Jim Moore has been a faculty member in the CVM for 40 years. Exemplifying the College’s mission of research, service, and teaching, Dr. Moore has always acted in at least one of these roles during his time with the university. Originally devoted to equine surgery and researching endotoxemia in […]
New technology reveals hidden Salmonella
Monitoring Salmonella in the environment is critical because contaminated freshwater used to irrigate crops can transfer pathogenic bacteria to fresh produce, causing illness and even death. But University of Georgia researcher Nikki Shariat believes traditional Salmonella surveillance methods have been missing the big picture. Shariat, an assistant professor of population […]
CVM Faculty Member to Present at TEDxUGA
Dr. K. Paige Carmichael is a professor of veterinary pathology in the College of Veterinary Medicine and previously served as the College’s associate dean for academic affairs. After receiving her Doctor of Veterinary Medicine from Tuskegee University, Dr. Carmichael came to UGA to complete a pathology residency and PhD in […]
A conversation with Dr. John Corsale
Starting a new job and getting to know people is hard no matter when you do it. Add in a pandemic, and it’s downright near impossible. Dr. John Corsale has done just that—on February 1st, he jumped in as the College of Veterinary Medicine’s newest associate dean and teaching hospital […]
UGA colleges announce South Georgia multi-institutional partnership
The University of Georgia College of Veterinary Medicine (UGA CVM) in partnership with five South Georgia universities and colleges, was recently awarded a $150,000 USDA National Institute of Food and Agriculture Higher Education Challenge Grant. This grant will fund critical educational support for South Georgian students seeking baccalaureate or associate […]
UGA-led COVID study seeks more applicants
January 2021: In September 2020, the College of Veterinary Medicine announced SPARTA (SARS SeroPrevalence and Respiratory Tract Assessment), a study funded by the NIH National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases and the National Cancer Institute. The study’s original purpose was to investigate the human body’s response to infection with […]
CVM alums form organizations for cultural change
It is no secret that veterinary medicine is lacking diversity. Once dubbed the “whitest profession” in the United States by The Atlantic, veterinary medicine is 90% white (down from 96.5% in 2013 when the article was written) and 71% female. And while this is a step toward a more inclusive […]
CVM faculty guide UGA through the pandemic
During the pandemic, the university has had to make big choices quickly, and the College of Veterinary Medicine has played a large part in those tough decisions. The Preventative Measures Advisory Board is co-chaired by CVM Dean Lisa Nolan with four other CVM faculty members serving on its 11-member team: […]
CVM scientists create COVID-19 saliva test for campus community
When the COVID-19 pandemic first hit the U.S., the most common way to test for the virus was using nasopharyngeal (NP) swabs—which pass through the nostril to the very back of the nasal cavity, where they pick up mucosal secretions. But thanks to a team of researchers from UGA’s Veterinary […]
CVM professor receives AAVMC award for distinguished service
Dr. Corrie Brown has been recognized for the second time in as many months. This week, Dr. Brown was named this year’s AAVMC Billy E. Hooper Award for Distinguished Service recipient. Per the AAVMC, this award is presented each year to an individual “whose leadership and vision has made a […]
A Ten-Karat Heart of Gold
Like most, Karen Burns had never heard of the Caucasian shepherd before her son adopted one. These little-known dogs are nothing short of enormous—bred to protect livestock in Eastern Europe’s Caucasus Mountains, they are big, fluffy, and (arguably) imposing. But for her son, one was not enough. On Valentine’s Day […]
Zeige
Zeige was our first pregnant goat and our first experience with foot rot. So she wouldn’t risk losing her kids, we wanted to get her healed up quickly. After an unsuccessful treatment at a local vet, her foot had gotten so bad (and on a weekend, of course!) that we […]
CVM announces new Veterinary Teaching Hospital Director
After a national search, the University of Georgia College of Veterinary Medicine is pleased to welcome John Corsale, DVM, MBA as the new Associate Dean of Clinical Services and Director of the Veterinary Teaching Hospital beginning in February 2021. Dr. Corsale brings extensive and unique experience to the hospital. Since […]
CVM professor recognized by ACVP
Dr. Corrie Brown, Josiah Meigs and University Professor of pathology, was recognized earlier this month as a Distinguished Member by the American College of Veterinary Pathologists (ACVP) at its 2020 Virtual Annual Meeting. Per the ACVP, “Distinguished Members are ACVP Diplomates who have rendered exceptionally distinguished service to the College […]
Handling Hookworms
As a specialist in parasitology, Dr. Ray Kaplan, professor of infectious diseases, keeps a watchful eye on the interactions between parasites and their hosts. In recent years, parasitologists noticed that racing greyhounds and recently adopted former racing greyhounds are almost always infected with hookworms. This phenomenon was believed to be […]
Batman
Batman the cat enjoys more than pursuing villains and chilling at the bat cave. He also enjoys bobbing for frogs in our creek. His head-dunking led to a yeast infection in his ear and a trip to see the dermatology department at the UGA Veterinary Teaching Hospital. Thanks to the […]
CVM professor and emergency care practitioner recognized at national conference
Benjamin Brainard, professor of small animal medicine and surgery and director of clinical research, was recently awarded the 2020 ACVECC Jack Mara Scientific Achievement Award for Advances in Coagulation. This award is presented to the veterinarian who has made the most substantial contribution to knowledge and understanding of the unique […]
UGA researchers seek targets to mitigate fescue toxicity in cattle
A $500,000 grant from the U.S. Department of Agriculture will allow researchers at the University of Georgia to examine the minutiae of cattle and fescue microbiome interaction to find targets that will help mitigate the effects of fescue toxicosis, a forage-related condition that costs the U.S. beef industry more than […]
Personnel changes to Office of Research and Graduate and Faculty Affairs
The College of Veterinary Medicine (CVM) is pleased to announce reorganization and additions to the Office of Research and Faculty and Graduate Affairs, including the newly appointed assistant dean of diversity, equity, and inclusion. Dr. Susan M. Williams has been appointed interim assistant dean of diversity, equity, and inclusion. Williams […]
CVM establishes Office of Diversity, assistant dean position
The College of Veterinary Medicine is known for the exceptional doctors of veterinary medicine it produces, but what few people realize is the breadth of education, research, and service offerings housed within our walls. This diversity in mission has drawn an increasingly diverse and multicultural group of faculty, staff, and […]
CVM announces new director for Athens Veterinary Diagnostic Laboratory
The College of Veterinary Medicine is pleased to announce the hire of Dr. Binu Velayudhan as the director of the Athens Veterinary Diagnostic Lab (AVDL), effective January 1, 2021. Dr. Velayudhan currently serves as the assistant director of laboratories at the North Carolina Veterinary Diagnostic Laboratories in Raleigh, NC. Prior […]
Justin
I had saved for years while searching for “the horse.” When I sat on Justin for the first time, I knew immediately that he was the one. He was six years old when I bought him, and I was looking forward to a promising future together. He was everything to […]
New beehives added for veterinary training
The University of Georgia College of Veterinary Medicine has joined the fight to save the bees by building a set of hives on campus. The new program will give residents and senior veterinary students in clinical training experience caring for these insects and is led by Dr. Joerg Mayer, associate professor of zoological […]
Student and faculty publish interactive children’s book
Chad Schmiedt, professor of small animal medicine and surgery and Alison Bradbury Chair in Feline Health, in collaboration with Jim Moore, professor of large animal medicine and director of the Educational Resources Center at the College of Veterinary Medicine, has created and published an eBook written for children preparing to […]
CVM prepares for fall semester amid COVID-19 backdrop
Faculty, staff, and students are preparing to return to campus in the coming weeks, and at the College of Veterinary Medicine, we are ramping up for a semester unlike any we have ever experienced before. The College will look different this semester as we work to make our facilities as […]
Education, Evaluation, and Enterotomies
The College of Veterinary Medicine is a busy place with many moving parts. Our teaching hospital is not just a hands-on classroom for clinical students, but a medical service for our community. Our clinical faculty members provide guidance for students and care for our patients. At the same time, many […]
A One Health Journey
“The Peace Corps serves in countries with some of the most beautiful spots on Earth. Your site will not be one of them.” That line in her Peace Corps acceptance letter started a true One Health journey for Amanda Feldpausch—from Peace Corps environmental volunteer to a team-lead epidemiologist at the […]
CVM department head elected president of AAALAC Council on Accreditation
Gaylen Edwards, head of the department of physiology and pharmacology and Georgia Athletic Association Professor in Veterinary Medicine, has recently been elected president of the AAALAC International Council on Accreditation. AAALAC International is a non-profit organization that promotes the humane treatment of laboratory animals. The organization also offers a voluntary […]
Veterinary Diagnostic Labs to provide COVID-19 testing support
Both the Athens Veterinary Diagnostic Lab and Tifton Veterinary Diagnostic and Investigational Lab are now registered to conduct assays on human samples and support SARS-CoV-2 testing. Where the labs were previously registered to accept and perform diagnostic assays on animal tissues and cultures, this new registration grants them the ability […]
Meet the Faculty: Jarrod Mousa
What is your role at the CVM? When did you come to UGA? I am an assistant professor in the Department of Infectious Diseases. My research laboratory is in the Center for Vaccines and Immunology. I joined UGA in August 2017. What is your research focus? My lab studies antibodies, […]
Operational Impacts of COVID-19
Our Hospital and Community Practice Clinic are open at this time. However, our appointment availability varies from service to service due to our backlog of cancelled appointments and our busy emergency caseload. Please call for more information. We continue curbside service at this time. . This means we will not be […]
UGA College of Veterinary Medicine introduces new online professional master’s program
The College of Veterinary Medicine at the University of Georgia has announced the formation of a completely online Master’s program in Comparative Biomedical Sciences. The curriculum is interdisciplinary and is designed to provide a broad foundation for students who intend to pursue professional careers in veterinary or human medicine, biomedical […]
Veterinary Medicine in Space: Third-year CVM student sets course for NASA
Kristen Peagler, third-year DVM student, recently completed a six-week internship with NASA at the Kennedy Space Center in Florida. This experience has been the jumping-off point for a series of opportunities with NASA, as Peagler will participate in an aerospace medicine clerkship with the agency in the coming year. She […]
CVM-affiliated teaching assistants recognized for pedagogic contributions
The UGA Center for Teaching and Learning recognizes graduate students annually for their significant contributions to instruction at the university. This year, three College of Veterinary Medicine teaching assistants were recognized. Ahmed Hikal and Madelyn Krunkosky were awarded the Outstanding Teaching Award. This award is presented to the top 10% […]
UGA CVM researchers identify new compounds to combat multi-drug antibiotic resistance
A team of researchers led by Stephen Trent, professor of infectious diseases and UGA Foundation Distinguished Professor recently identified five compounds capable of boosting the effects of common last-resort antibiotics against treatment-resistant, Gram-negative bacteria. These compounds were also successful in lowering the dose of antibiotics necessary to facilitate bactericidal effects, […]
Frankie
My wife was talking to one of her co-workers one day about our four male turtles. The co-worker mentioned that she knew a family that owned a large red-eared slider and were planning on moving but were not taking the turtle with them. The family was going to leave the […]
Two Million Lives Touched
Jamie Phillips is a senior scientific affairs manager for Roche Diagnostics Corporation. In her everyday role, her focus is on Roche’s solution to point-of-care microbial tests for influenza A and B, respiratory syncytial virus, and strep A—for which she acts as a liaison between units of Roche and research scientists […]
Crash and Flash
Crash and Flash are wild eastern box turtles taken in by the Veterinary Teaching Hospital’s Wildlife Treatment Crew (WTC) after sustaining serious injuries. The WTC is a volunteer group of undergrad and DVM students overseen by senior DVM students and hospital clinicians. Participation in the Crew allows students to gain […]
Athens Veterinary Diagnostic Laboratory director retiring, interim director appointed
After 15 years of service, Dr. Jeremiah (Jerry) Saliki will be retiring from UGA May 1st, 2020. Dr. Saliki has been the director of the Athens Veterinary Diagnostic Laboratory (AVDL) since 2007 and at the University of Georgia as a professor of virology since 2005. He is a renowned virologist […]
UGA researchers receive NIH grants to study innate immunity to influenza and pneumococcus
Balázs Rada, associate professor of infectious diseases and head of the Laboratory of Mucosal Innate Immunity and Neutrophil Biology at UGA, is the principal investigator on two NIH-funded projects totaling $2.3M. Rada and his team will study the body’s innate immune response to influenza and a pneumonia-causing bacterium, Streptococcus pneumoniae, […]
Engineered dog virus combats coronaviruses
A team of researchers at the University of Georgia College of Veterinary Medicine has developed a COVID-19 vaccine candidate that has proven successful in promoting an immune response in early test models. The team is led by Biao He, the Fred C. Davison Distinguished University Chair in Veterinary Medicine at […]
CVM student awarded for distinguished service
Lyla Kotsch, second-year DVM student, was recently presented the Student American Veterinary Medical Association’s (SAVMA) John Pitts Award for Distinguished Service, and it’s easy to see why. This award is presented annually by the SAVMA president to a single student who has displayed exemplary service and dedication to the veterinary […]
Jet Schwalbe
While his family was abroad, Jet suddenly lost feeling in and use of his rear legs due to an intervertebral disc herniation. As this condition is common in dachshunds, UGA clinicians jumped into action and performed a surgery to address the issue. Unfortunately, the chance of complete recovery when compounded […]
CVM faculty member named 2020 Meigs Professor
Puliyur MohanKumar is a professor of veterinary biosciences and diagnostic imaging, but he’s best known for leading our first-year students through their first anatomy course. A student-favorite educator, MohanKumar is always working to create innovative ways for students to learn—a challenge when your coursework is as broad as anatomy. Learn […]
Staying the Course in the Face of Chaos
It has been a little under a month since COVID-19 was first recognized as a pandemic by the World Health Organization. Around the world, people from all walks of life have been asked to adapt to a new lifestyle—one of constant change and social distancing. Despite the upheaval, the University […]
CVI researchers developing coronavirus vaccine
Ted Ross, director of the CVM’s Center for Vaccines and Immunology, and his team have partnered with labs and biotech companies to develop new vaccines that could protect against the novel coronavirus that causes COVID-19. Learn more here.
Nikolay Filipov named Lalita and Raghubir Sharma Distinguished Professor
Nikolay Filipov has been endowed with the College of Veterinary Medicine’s Lalita and Raghubir Sharma Distinguished Professorship. This professorship, named for Dr. Raghubir Sharma and his wife, is presented to a professor focusing on innovative research in toxicology and engaged in teaching, research, public service, or a combination of these […]
Georgia Bio names two College of Veterinary Medicine units as annual Helix Award winners
Two College of Veterinary Medicine units were recently honored at Georgia Bio’s Golden Helix Awards and Annual Gala in Atlanta. The Poultry Diagnostic and Research Center (PDRC) was awarded a Community Award and the Center for Vaccines and Immunology (CVI) received a Deal of the Year Award. The Community Awards […]
CVM students help older pet owners in partnership with Meals on Wheels
In a new partnership with the Athens Community Council on Aging (ACCA), UGA Vet Med students deliver veterinary care directly to the doors of Athens’ older adults. Check out these stories to see how these groups deliver more than a meal. Athens Banner-Herald Athens Community Council on Aging
Pathology students and faculty recognized in interdisciplinary ceremonies
The Department of Pathology celebrated a successful year’s end. Seven students and faculty were presented awards at three recent annual meetings. The American College of Veterinary Pathologists (ACVP) and the American Society for Veterinary Clinical Pathology’s (ASVCP) concurrent annual meeting was held in San Antonio, Texas; the Entomological Society of […]
A Poultry Powerhouse
College Station Road is a major thoroughfare in Athens, GA. It’s a wide road that runs from the main University of Georgia campus to the more residential east side of town. Driving along in a haze at the start or end of the work day, commuters might not notice the […]
CVM hosts first international workshop for dairy veterinarians in Tifton
On Monday, December 2, 2019, the UGA College of Veterinary Medicine’s Tifton campus opened its doors to veterinarians from Central and South America—the CVM’s first international workshop in Tifton, GA. The workshop, coordinated by clinical associate professor of food animal health and management Pedro Melendez, was developed to provide updated […]
Tifton Diagnostic Lab faculty partnering on USDA-NRCS feral swine control project
On November 21, it was announced that the Flint River Soil and Water Conservation District was awarded $1.5 million for a three year project in the Feral Swine Eradication and Control Pilot Program in the Albany project area. The Albany project area includes parts of Calhoun, Baker, Terrell, and Dougherty […]
Vet students become teachers after the bell
Beginning in 2017, Purdue University has offered the This Is How We “Role” grant to colleges and schools of veterinary medicine around the country. The grant allows for the delivery of a 12-week curriculum of classes designed by Purdue to promote interest in math, science, problem solving, and, of course, […]
Third-year DVM student awarded scholarship by Black Faculty & Staff Organization
On Wednesday, September 25, third-year DVM student Kristen Peagler was conferred the BFSO Founders Scholarship – Professional Student. This award recognizes outstanding students for academic performance, spirit of volunteerism, and extracurricular activity—areas in which Peagler goes above and beyond the norm. Volunteerism is a passion for Peagler, and she has […]
CVM faculty member to lead new NIH Collaborative Influenza Vaccine Innovation Center
The University of Georgia has signed a contract with the National Institutes of Health for an initial award of $8 million to develop a new, more advanced influenza vaccine designed to protect against multiple strains of influenza virus in a single dose. The total funding could be up to $130 […]
Large animal resident wins ACVAA award
Nicole Trenholme, a resident in the Department of Large Animal Medicine, was recently awarded the 2019 American College of Veterinary Anesthesia and Analgesia (ACVAA) Best Large Animal Resident Abstract award for her presentation “Effects of a 5-degree head-up incline on arterial oxygenation in anesthetized horses.” Congratulations to Dr. Trenholme!
UGA College of Veterinary Medicine announces creation of endowed chair in feline health, names Dr. Chad Schmiedt to the post
The College of Veterinary Medicine recently received approval from the Board of Regents to create the Alison Bradbury Chair in Feline Health, one of only two such endowed professorships in the nation. Dr. Chad Schmiedt, professor of small animal surgery, will be the first to hold the position. Schmiedt is […]
Pathology faculty member selected to participate in SEC Academic Leadership Development Program
Kaori Sakamoto, associate professor of pathology and director of the Comparative Biomedical Sciences Program at the College, has been selected for the 2019-2020 Southeastern Conference Academic Leadership Development Fellowship. This program is designed to enhance the skills of faculty and early-career administrators in SEC institutions and prepare them for the […]
CVM breaks ground on new Farm Animal Veterinary Medical Center on the Tifton campus
The UGA College of Veterinary Medicine broke ground on a new facility on their campus in Tifton, Georgia recently. The UGA Tifton Farm Animal Veterinary Medical Center will improve the CVM’s ability to serve Georgia’s animal agricultural industries and will strengthen the South Georgia region overall. The 9,000-square-foot facility will […]
CVM faculty, students, and alumni recognized as AAAP/AVMA 2019 award and scholarship recipients
At the annual American Association of Avian Pathologists (AAAP) meeting for poultry health experts and students in Washington, DC, the AAAP and co-sponsor American Veterinary Medicine Association (AVMA) announced their 2019 award winners. Following four days of seminars and events, the two associations recognized eminent scholars in the field. Winners […]
CVM welcomes 114 incoming veterinary students in white coat ceremony
The University of Georgia College of Veterinary Medicine welcomed the class of 2023 during its annual White Coat Ceremony held Sunday, Aug. 11. Sponsored by the Georgia Veterinary Medical Association (GVMA) and VCA Animal Hospitals, and attended by members of the GVMA and the South Carolina Association of Veterinarians, this […]
Shtarilulye Mathews
My beautiful three-year old Gypsy Vanner mare, Shtar, was horribly injured when she ran through a fence two days before we were to leave for a show. When she was admitted to the UGA VTH my first concern was whether she would survive the damage to her leg. The doctors […]
Edith Raiford-Holland
We had a very tragic accident on our small farm. A large dog scaled our 6-foot fence and attacked our goats, Edith and Estelle, who were badly hurt. Estelle had to have 30 staples in her face and was able to return home after a few days, but Edith had […]
Lady Allen
Lady is an Arabian mare who came down with a very serious case of laminitis. Lady’s owner has extensive experience with horses and knew that the prognosis wasn’t good — horses don’t often recover from laminitis. He brought Lady to the VTH and put his trust in the large animal […]
Sunshine Wilder
Sunshine hurt her left leg while chasing a ball, began to limp and lost interest in her usual activities. Our veterinarian diagnosed it as a torn ACL and referred us to the UGA Veterinary Teaching Hospital. At our initial appointment the diagnosis was confirmed and they explained the needed surgical […]
Taffy Jarvies
When Taffy retired from her extensive and noteworthy show career, she took up the role of therapy horse. For the past fifteen years, Taffy has worked with developmentally disabled adults and children along with seniors suffering from cognitive impairment. Taffy had a terrible bout of colic that prompted a visit […]
Cartman and Kenny Hung
When my two Russian tortoises got into an accident with a dog, I panicked. But then I remembered that the UGA Veterinary Teaching Hospital has a Zoological Medicine service that sees exotic animals. With tears streaming down my face, I drove my tortoises to the hospital. Once there, the doctors […]
MD Johnson Farms
I began farming cattle in 2011 and was pretty green to the whole process, but I managed to get by until the winter of 2015. By then, my cattle were eating plenty of hay, but the herd’s condition was progressively deteriorating. A neighbor told me about the UGA Veterinary Teaching […]
Tamboer Crutchfield
My gelding had injured his eye, and after a week of my veterinarian and I treating it, the eye wasn’t getting any better. So, my husband and I brought Tamboer to the UGA Veterinary Teaching Hospital. After being examined, we were told the thinnest of membranes was holding his eye […]
Priscilla Handley
My name is Priscilla and I am a miniature dachshund. I have had skin issues for most of my life. I have been seen by many veterinarians for the treatment of multiple ear infections, skin infections, hair loss and itchiness. I have been on many oral medications, shampoos, ear cleaners, […]
Brutus Rule
On July 8, 2016, Brutus’s right rear leg made a strange motion, as if it had stiffened up with no bend at the knee. The leg made this motion twice, but then we completed our morning walk as usual. Later that day, I received a call that Brutus had fallen […]
Amadeus Ramirez
We came to the UGA Veterinary Teaching Hospital because Amadeus was displaying human-directed aggression. Our first consultation was very thorough and detailed. The doctor and everyone involved with him were very helpful. We were instructed to do behavior therapy exercises with him to help his aggression as part of his […]
Morton Hyder
Morton is an adventurous and mischievous boy who loves a good chin scratch, paddle boarding and long walks on his leash! Unfortunately, when he was 4, Morton developed a feline-injection site sarcoma, a type of malignant tumor believed to be linked to certain vaccines. The tumor grew and developed quickly, […]
Birdie Davis
Would you believe that our miniature dachshund, Birdie, has had two successful recoveries after spinal surgery at the UGA Veterinary Teaching Hospital? Her first episode of total rear limb paralysis was in 2013. Birdie is too energetic for her own good and because dachshunds are so long, they are prone […]
Zoobiquity conference to bring together animal and human health professionals in Atlanta
The University of Georgia College of Veterinary Medicine, in partnership with Emory University and the Clinical Translational Science Alliance (CTSA), will host Zoobiquity ATL September 13, 2019 at the Emory Conference Center in Atlanta. The latest in a long line of conferences celebrating the best-selling book Zoobiquity, the conference will […]
Mac Alexander
We have had Mac since he was 1 month old. Around 18 months of age, we noticed a bump on his head. In addition to the bump, he was showing signs of a head tilt and lethargy. We knew there had to be something wrong. He was no longer the […]
CVM professors build global and local partnerships
Once the paperwork is finalized, UGA CVM students will have the opportunity to travel with professors to India to work at one of the largest zoos in the world. Dr. Puliyur MohanKumar, a professor in the Department of Veterinary Biosciences and Diagnosis Imaging, along with his wife Sheba MohanKumar, an […]
CVM Pathologist Trains Future Veterinary Pathologists in Ethiopia
When Moges Woldemeskel Woldemariam, professor of veterinary pathology and section head of histopathology and necropsy at the Tifton Veterinary Diagnostic and Investigational Lab, taught in Ethiopia early in his career, he was the only trained pathologist at the only veterinary school in the country. Now, there are more than a […]
CVM alums pursue global health mission across the world
Imagine taking your daily evening run to the Coliseum in Rome, hearing colleagues down the hall speak in five different languages and running social media accounts for World Rabies Day. That’s how Julie Thompson (DVM/MPH ’19) spent her three-month internship with the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations […]
Love for the Dogs: Navicent Health, University of Georgia Partner to Provide Pacemakers for Pets
CVM and Macon's Navicent Health partner on pacemaker donation program that provides pacemakers to canine heart patients.
CVM Names Interim Associate Dean for Research and Graduate Affairs
The College of Veterinary Medicine is pleased to announce that Dr. Sharron Quisenberry, most recently former Vice President of Research and Economic Development and Professor Emeritus of Entomology at Iowa State University, has been named our Interim Associate Dean of Research and Graduate Affairs effective June 1, 2019. Dr. Quisenberry […]
Saint Lawrence Equinus
At the end of May, Saint was referred to the UGA Veterinary Teaching Hospital due to canker in his back foot. Upon our arrival, a team of students and doctors examined and evaluated Saint. They then outlined the extensive and lengthy course of treatment for Saint, both at home and […]
UGA Graduate School Hosts Three Minute Thesis Competition
WUGA’s Graduate Assistant Morgan Frey attended the Graduate School’s 2019 Three Minute Thesis (3MT) Competition in April. Though many of the contestants typically spend all day working in a lab, the competition put their presentation skills to the test and showed everyone the important research coming out of UGA. For […]
CVM researcher honored as UGA Inventor of the Year
Holly Sellers, a professor at the Poultry Diagnostic and Research Center (PDRC), has been named UGA’s Inventor of the Year. The prestigious award was handed out at the 40th annual Research Awards banquet on April 4. Inventor of the Year has been awarded since 2000, recognizing an inventor for a unique and innovative […]
The 2019 Zoetis Award presented to Dr. Eric Lafontaine
The Zoetis Award for Veterinary Research Excellence recognizes researchers whose innovative studies have advanced the scientific standing of veterinary medicine.
CVM recognizes 2019 alumni award winners during annual alumni reunion weekend
The 2019 CVM Alumni Award winners, honoring exceptional young and distinguished alumni, were handed out during the annual alumni reunion weekend.
Dr. Vanessa Ezenwa Receives 2019 CURO Research Mentoring Award
The CURO Research Mentoring Award recognizes outstanding faculty who consistently engage undergraduates…
US News rankings out, UGA CVM remains in the top 10
The UGA CVM remained in the top ten in the latest US News and World Report vet school rankings, out today.
Breeding the problem mare – Tips for success
There is something special about watching a foal being born. However, for some horse owners, despite their best efforts, they still have difficulties breeding their mare. A “problem mare” is one that fails to conceive under good management conditions for two or more estrous cycles in one breeding season, fails […]
Spillover: students participate in disease outbreak simulation
Do you ever wonder what would happen if a dangerous disease threatened our community? Who responds? What are the steps taken to contain it and protect the public’s health? Thirty-three students at the University of Georgia found out recently when they participated in Spillover: A One Health Infectious Disease Outbreak […]
Dr. Erik Anderson Seminar
Thank you to our seminar speaker, Dr. Erik Andersen.
College of Veterinary Medicine alumnus named Paul F. Landis Veterinarian of the Year
RICHMOND- The Virginia Veterinary Medical Association (VVMA) has announced Jack Sexton, DVM, as this year’s recipient of the Paul F. Landis Veterinarian of the Year Award. Presented in honor of former VVMA and American Veterinary Medical Association President Dr. Paul F. Landis, this award is given to an individual who […]
UGA CVM hires pair of pathologists
The College of Veterinary Medicine today announced that it has hired Dr. Jesse Hostetter to lead its renowned veterinary pathology department. Hostetter currently serves as professor and director of comparative pathology service and graduate education in the Department of Veterinary Pathology at Iowa State University’s College of Veterinary Medicine in […]
Tifton Veterinary Diagnostic Lab hosts local students for veterinary career workshop
The Tifton veterinary diagnostic laboratory recently hosted undergraduate students from Fort Valley State University and local Tift county high school students for a day-long workshop on veterinary career options.
New professional master’s program offered by the College of Veterinary Medicine
The College of Veterinary Medicine at the University of Georgia has announced the formation of a one-year, non-thesis professional master’s program.
Focus on Faculty: Andrew Park
Associate professor Andrew Park conducts research that aims to predict and limit the transmission of parasites and infectious diseases while also giving students the opportunity to work alongside him in his lab.
Developing a rapid attack against parasitic worms
Preclinical compound targets Wolbachia bacteria that are essential for nematode reproduction.
Focus on Faculty: Courtney Murdock
Courtney Murdock, an assistant professor with a joint appointment in the College of Veterinary Medicine and the Odum School of Ecology, studies the transmission of mosquito-borne diseases to inform predictions about disease patterns and interventions to disrupt transmission.
Pathology faculty member awarded UGA’s Fulfilling the Dream award
Paige Carmichael, professor of veterinary pathology, was one of three awarded the President’s Fulfilling the Dream award at the 2019 Freedom Breakfast. The award is given to people in the university and Athens community who are actively striving to make Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.’s dreams of racial justice and […]
Naoko Uno wins UGA’s Sixth 3MT
On April 3, last year, Naoko Uno won UGA’s sixth 3MT, which is sponsored annually by the Graduate School. Uno is currently researching an infectious disease known as dengue virus. She works with a research team at UGA’s Center for Vaccines and Immunology, in hopes of creating a universal vaccine. She is also an avid musician and vocalist.
Dr. Pejman Rohani Named as a UGA Athletic Association Professor
Four faculty members have been named University of Georgia Athletic Association Professors in recognition of their extraordinary records of scholarship, instruction and outreach.
Focus on Faculty: Hemant Naikare
Hemant Naikare, director of the Georgia Veterinary Diagnostic and Investigational Laboratory in Tifton, is committed to introducing students—in 4-H, middle school, high school and at the undergraduate level—to the field of veterinary medicine.
Maria Lay Mendoza awarded GAIN Fellowship Award
Maria Lay Mendoza is a CBS MS student in Dr. Brindley's lab. She was awarded one of the Graduate School's fellowships, called GAIN.
Another successful Science of Veterinary Symposium
The 11th Annual Science of Veterinary Medicine took place on October 11th with keynote speaker Amy Vincent, DVM, Phd, Lead Scientist at the USDA-Agriculture Research Service (ARS), National Animal Disease Center (NADC) in Ames, Iowa. Despite a hurricane delay, the day was an excellent showcase of the breadth of research being conducted at UGA CVM with oral and poster presentations by trainees at all levels form undergrads and vet students to post docs and interns.
Two CVM faculty named AAAS fellows
Drs. Karen Burg, Pejman Rohani, and Xiaorong Lin among six UGA professors named AAAS Fellows
Warming oceans lead to more fur seal deaths from hookworm infection
Odum School of Ecology postdoctoral associate — and former CVM student — Mauricio Seguel and a team of researchers recently completed a study that shows that warming ocean temperatures impacts fur seal deaths from hookworm infection.
Dog overcomes cancer, wins national title in Belton
One of our patients, a 10-year-old Australian Cattle Dog named Kubin, was recently featured in the Temple Daily Telegram. Read his heartwarming story on his battle with cancer and how he recently won a national title as part of the Australian Cattle Dog Club of America’s national event.
Southeastern Cooperative Wildlife Disease Study honored at AFWA meeting
The Southeastern Cooperative Wildlife Disease Study received AFWA’s prestigious Earnest Thompson Seton Award for leadership in scientific management. The award, given to the state, provincial, or federal agency which has best promoted public awareness of the need to support the science and practice of wildlife management, was accepted by SCWDS director John Fischer […]
Researchers seek vaccine for ‘traveler’s diarrhea’
A major cause of traveler’s diarrhea is bacteria called Enterotoxigenic E. coli, or ETEC. A joint effort between the University of Georgia and the University of Texas at Austin has discovered how ETEC works to cause disease. They are using this information in an effort to develop a preventive vaccine for travelers.
CVM faculty member elected to National Institutes of Health Council of Councils
Susan Sanchez, professor of infectious diseases, assistant director of the UGA Biomedical Health Science Institute and chair of One Health, was recently appointed to the National Institute of Health’s Council of Council. She will serve a five-year term, beginning October 1, 2018, with her first meeting in January. “Susan will […]
“Three Honors Students named 2018 Goldwater Scholars”
Athens, Ga. – University of Georgia undergraduates Trisha Dalapati, Guy Eroh and Stephan George are among 211 students from across the nation to be recognized as Barry Goldwater Scholars, earning the highest undergraduate award of its type for the fields of the natural sciences, mathematics and engineering.
UGA study shows bacteria change their surface to increase antibiotic resistance
A recent study by a team of researchers at the University of Georgia provides insight into how and why bacteria become resistant to commonly used antibiotics over time.
Newly published study shows that temperature has effect on Zika transmission
New study by team of researchers from the University of Georgia, Harvard, Stanford and the University of Florida shows temperature is a big factor in Zika transmission.
UGA welcomes 114 incoming veterinary students in White Coat Ceremony
114 new veterinary students received their white coats in the CVM's annual ceremony.
AAVP Recognizes Dr. Ray Kaplan and Lab at Conference
The American Association of Veterinary Parasitologists (AAVP) awarded Ray Kaplan with the Distinguished Veterinary Parasitolgist Award. It is the highest award the AAVP awards and is internationally recognized.
Veteran’s service dog recovering after Middle Georgia wreck leaves him ‘almost paralyzed’
Check out this story WGXA did on one of our patients. We are so thankful to be a part of Dutch’s recovery story! He is an amazing dog.
CVM represented in the National Conservation Leadership Institute 2018 class
Mark Ruder, assistant research scientist at the Southeastern Cooperative Wildlife Disease Study accepted to October 2018 NCLI cohort
College of Veterinary Medicine welcomes director of development
Kelley Gibson has joined the CVM as the senior director of development.
UGA CVM joins U.S.-China Joint DVM Scholarship Program
UGA CVM joins U.S.-China Joint DVM Scholarship Program
New findings link estrogen and T cell immune response to autoimmune inflammation
Women are more prone to the development of autoimmune diseases. The female hormone estrogen is likely to affect the immune system. A team of scientists from Turku Center for Biotechnology and University of Georgia reported new findings related to the involvement of estrogen hormone receptor in autoimmune diseases.
Harvill Group Awarded New Grant to Study Transmission
The grant funds new work seeking to identify exactly which genes transmission requires. Isolating genes of the virulence factor (transmission exopolysaccharide) will aid in determining functions. These complex sugars that bacteria secrete into a capsule around their cell body have unknown transmission-related properties. Dr. Harvill explains, “It takes a lot of energy for bacteria to secrete these large sugars, so they must be doing something important.”
UGA CVM accepted as member of Clinical and Translational Science Award One Health Alliance
The University of Georgia College of Veterinary Medicine has been accepted as a member of the Clinical and Translational Science Award One Health Alliance (COHA).
UGA and Emory awarded four-year $2.6M NIH grant to study cystic fibrosis
A collaboration between researchers at the University of Georgia College of Veterinary Medicine, College of Public Health and Emory University’s Cystic Fibrosis Center recently was awarded a four-year grant that will lead to a better understanding of lung inflammation in cystic fibrosis patients.
UGA-DLABS awarded full accreditation from the AAVLD
UGA-DLABS awarded full accreditation from the American Association of Veterinary Laboratory Diagnosticians (AAVLD).
Students spur animal health innovation at hackathon
Hackathon winners develop innovative solutions for feeding pets, disease detection for backyard chickens and for supporting surgery and care of pets
Annual Open House Scheduled for Friday
UGA College of Veterinary Medicine to host annual open house
Winston Luther
When you saved Winston’s life, you saved a member of our family. You saved a “brother” to my two children. You saved a piece of my heart. Winston fell sick very suddenly on December 13. Winston spent several nights at a specialty clinic in Tennessee as he underwent various testing […]
Three Minute Thesis (3MT™) Competition
Congratulations to Naoko Uno in Dr. Ted Ross' lab on winning the 2018 Three Minute Thesis (3MT™) Competition!
UGA researchers exploring the adaptation of diarrheal-causing Campylobacter jejuni in recent study
Team of UGA researchers exploring the adaptation of diarrheal-causing Campylobacter jejuni in recent study
UGA research study explores resurgence of pertussis
A team of researchers including scientists from the University of Georgia has found that the resurgence of pertussis, more commonly known as whooping cough, in the U.S. is a predictable consequence of incomplete coverage with a highly effective vaccine. This finding goes against pervasive theories on why we are seeing a steady increase in the disease even though the vaccine is given at an early age.
Outstanding Laboratory Service Award for 2018 goes to Dr. Wilkes!
After a tough competition, Dr. Rebecca Wilkes takes home the 2018 Outstanding Laboratory Service Award. With at least two awards just this month and a publication in the Journal for Veterinary Medicine, only time will tell what else Dr. Wilkes will accomplish this semester.
Dr. Wilkes’ lab research published in Journal of Veterinary Microbiology
Canine distemper virus (CDV) is an RNA virus of the genus Morbillivirus within the family Paramyxoviridae. CDV produces multi-systemic disease in dogs and other terrestrial carnivores. With the development of modified live vaccines in the 1950s and 1960 s, the disease, with a few exceptions, has been successfully controlled. However, recently the cases of CDV in vaccinated dogs have been increasing throughout the world, including the United States. There are many reasons that can lead to vaccine failure, including antigenic differences between the vaccine strains and the currently circulating wild-type strains. Currently, there are at least three genetically different CDV lineages circulating in the US. Therefore, in this study, we evaluated various wild-type CDV and vaccine isolates to determine if the genetic differences observed among various strains result in significant antigenic differences based on changes to the neutralizing epitopes. The results of a cross-neutralization assay revealed that there are antigenic differences among the tested CDV wild-type isolates as well as between the tested isolates and the vaccine strains currently used in the US. Therefore, these results suggest the need to develop an updated CDV vaccine.
CVM Tifton hosts 4-H Career Exploration Day
Thirty-six southwest district 4-H students recently spent a hands-on day at the CVM in Tifton.
Dr. Wilkes Selected for John M. Bowen Award of Excellence in Animal Biomedical Research
Congratulations to Dr. Rebecca Wilkes on receiving the 2018 John M. Bowen Award of Excellence in Animal/Biomedical Research.
CVI and Dr. Ted Ross to be featured on Discovery and Science Channel’s new show Invisible Killers
CVI and Dr. Ted Ross to be featured on Discovery and Science Channel’s new show Invisible Killers
2018 Alumni Award Winners Recognized
More than 200 alumni gathered in Athens in early March for the CVM’s 55th Annual Veterinary Conference and Alumni Weekend. The two-day event featured not only 15 hours of continuing education, but a celebration of the 50th class reunion of the class of 1968 and the announcement of the 2018 […]
Animal Health Hackathon coming to UGA
ANIMAL HEALTH HACKATHON COMING TO UGA
Broadly Protected
Every year, flu season comes around. And every year new vaccines are developed to combat it.
What you need to know about dog flu
ATHENS, Ga. – With most of the country still struggling with the worst flu season in years, some states are also dealing with outbreaks of canine influenza. California, Illinois, and Kentucky have all experienced sporadic cases of the dog flu.
Max Parker
I rescued Max in 2011 when he was barely six weeks old. He was so thin you could see every rib and he was infested with fleas. I couldn’t not keep him. Five years down the road, Max was diagnosed with lymphoma in his liver and spleen. To make matters […]
UGA Center of Vaccines and Immunology and Sanofi Pasteur extend research collaboration
UGA Center of Vaccines and Immunology and Sanofi Pasteur enter into the next phase of research collaboration.
CVI Welcomes New Director of Partnership Alliances and Business Development for Biomedical Sciences
The Center for Vaccines and Immunology welcomes Dr. Michelle A. Booden as their Director of Partnership Alliances and Business Development for Biomedical Sciences
Two DVM/MPH dual degree students selected to join the CDC’s Epidemic Intelligence Service
John Rossow and Yaribel Torres-Mendoza will begin a two-year, on-the-job training and service fellowship in epidemiology following their graduation in May. Both students are enrolled in a dual degree program that will see them graduate with a master’s degree in public health and a doctorate in veterinary medicine.
Bye Holli Farm
We feel very fortunate that we have been able to establish a relationship with the UGA Veterinary Teaching Hospital. Our daughter is a swine veterinarian, practicing in North Carolina, and she made the referral for us to UGA. We had a pinkeye outbreak in our herd of cattle and were […]
UGA Vet Med has unique tie to 2018 Tournament of Roses parade
Three years ago a horse owned by David Helmuth of Milledgeville, Georgia, was referred to the UGA Veterinary Teaching Hospital for a broken bone in his front leg. Today, Rusty is preparing to lead the first-ever six-horse stagecoach team for Wells Fargo in the 2018 Tournament of Roses parade.
PLOS Pathogens
Pathogen manipulation of host metabolism: A common strategy for immune evasion
Our Fight Against Flu
UGA's Ted Ross and colleagues pursue a scientific Holy Grail
UGA research team explores impact of age on response to influenza vaccine
UGA research team explores impact of age on response to influenza vaccine
Team of UGA researchers exploring older adult health benefits of animal fostering
Team of UGA researchers exploring older adult health benefits of animal fostering
UGA, Sanofi Pasteur develop new broadly protective vaccines for H3N2 influenza
UGA, Sanofi Pasteur develop new broadly protective vaccines for H3N2 influenza
College Holds Annual Science of Veterinary Medicine Symposium
The College of Veterinary Medicine recently held its annual Science of Veterinary Medicine Symposium.
Dr. Jerry Saliki named to executive board of AAVLD
Dr. Saliki Named to AAVLD Executive Board
UGA faculty awarded $3.2 million NIH grant to develop vaccine platform
Athens, Ga. – Researchers in the University of Georgia's College of Veterinary Medicine have been awarded a five-year, $3.2 million grant by the National Institutes of Health to develop a vaccine platform that will optimize vaccine development and administration.
The eclipse and your animals – things to know before Monday!
Q: Are my pets and animals’ eyes at risk during Monday’s total solar eclipse? A: The simple answer is no. Unlike humans, animals aren’t overly fascinated with the phenomenon of the eclipse and won’t be inclined to stare at the sun for the sake of watching the eclipse. They instinctually […]
Outstanding Teaching Assistant Award
Congratulations to Shelly Samet on receiving the 2017 Outstanding Teaching Assistant Award.
John M. Bowen Award of Excellence in Animal Biomedical Research
Congratulations to Dr. Courtney Murdock on receiving the 2017 John M. Bowen Award of Excellence in Animal Biomedical Research.
Companion Animal Parasite Council Graduate Student in Zoonotic Disease Award
Congratulations to Sarah Sapp on receiving the 2017 American Association of Veterinary Parasitologists-Companion Animal Parasite Council Graduate Student in Zoonotic Disease award!
Strong partnership: UGA’s GRA Eminent Scholars foster innovation and economic development
When Dennis Kyle, one of the nation's leading infectious disease researchers, arrived on the University of Georgia campus in January, he became the institution's 17th Georgia Research Alliance Eminent Scholar.
2017: Compendium of Measures to Control Chlamydia psittaci Infection Among Humans and Pet Birds
Compendium of Measures to Control Chlamydia psittaci Infection Among Humans (Psittacosis) and Pet Birds (Avian Chlamydiosis), 2017. Published in the Journal of Avian Medicine and Surgery. Click here for PDF.
Competition among viruses protects ducks
There are many different subtypes of influenza A virus in wild birds, and occasionally these viruses infect poultry and ultimately humans.
It is currently unknown how influenza virus subtype diversity in wild birds evolved and how different subtypes are maintained in wild bird populations, but a recent study from the University of Georgia provides evidence that subtype diversity exists in a state of competition.
Canine Influenza – Helpful information for pet owners
As of July 14, 2017, we are aware of fifteen confirmed cases of Canine influenza from six Georgia counties. This article provides helpful information about canine influenza along with some tips on how to help keep your dog(s) safe.
New price for Chlamydia spp. antibody titer determination by IFA, as of July 1, 2017
As of July 1, 2017, the price for Chlamydia spp. antibody titer determination by IFA will increase by $4 in order to offset the rise in cost for testing. The new prices will be: $36 for IFA serology The Chlamydia spp. panel with antibody determination with IFA will be $68 […]
Successful CPR: Team preparation and the recover guidelines
Congratulations to Walter Brown, RVT, Damion Asselin, RVT, and Deanna Bedard, RVT, for being featured on the cover of the May/June 2017 edition of Today’s Veterinary Technician. The trio, who work at the UGA Veterinary Teaching Hospital, were photographed demonstrating proper cardiopulmonary resuscitation technique as part of an article on successful CPR.
Two years and counting!
March marked the two-year anniversary of the opening of the new Veterinary Medical Center for the UGA College of Veterinary Medicine. “It has been an exciting and busy two years,” said Dr. Gary Baxter, associate dean for clinical services.
2017 Alumni Award Recipients
Athens, Ga. — The University of Georgia College of Veterinary Medicine recognized four alumni with awards for service to the College and to the veterinary profession.
The awards were presented by the Alumni Association of the College of Veterinary Medicine during the college’s 54th Annual Veterinary Conference and Alumni Weekend.
Federal Laboratory Consortium Southeast Region Excellence in Technology Transfer Award
Congratulations to Dr. Ray Kaplan on receiving the 2016 Federal Laboratory Consortium Southeast Region Excellence in Technology Transfer Award for “Technology to Aid in the Control of Internal Parasites in Sheep and Goats”.
Free eye exams for service animals available during May
Calling all owners of service animals! The UGA Veterinary Teaching Hospital is once again offering free eye exam screenings to service animals this May. Registration by April 30 at www.ACVOeyeexam.org is required to participate.
Why I Give: Amanda Perry
Amanda Perry (DVM ’97) practices veterinary medicine today because of scholarships she was awarded two decades ago. She gives back to the College of Veterinary Medicine because receiving student aid from the same college enabled her to become the vet she is today.
Alumnus Dr. Marko Stejskal returns to Croatia to teach
Croatian veterinary surgeon Marko Stejskal, DVM, PhD, recently completed his residency at the UGA College of Veterinary Medicine and became board-certified by the American College of Veterinary Surgeons—thanks in part to a long-standing fund that supports academic exchange and collaboration between UGA and institutions in Croatia. Now he’s a senior assistant in the Surgery, Orthopedics and Ophthalmology Clinic in the Faculty of Veterinary Medicine at the University of Zagreb.
Equine ophthalmology service expanded
To help us bolster our equine ophthalmology offerings, we have hired a new clinician with advanced training in this area. We have also purchased specialized equipment for cataract surgery in horses.
Lucy Heim
Lucy had been dribbling urine (urinary incontinence) since she was adopted at 8 weeks of age. She was referred to the UGA Veterinary Teaching Hospital and had a CT scan performed, but nothing was seen that could explain her incontinence. She was then seen by the Hospital’s Interventional Radiology (IR) […]
Charlie Corella
At 11 years of age, Charlie was diagnosed with cancer of his prostate. His initial treatment using oral medication and radiation therapy provided some relief from his clinical signs for several months. However, four months later, Charlie’s prostate tumor began to obstruct his ability to pass urine. He was immediately […]
Where are they now? John McCormack
When Dr. John McCormack retired from UGA in 1996, the major life event opened the door to a new career. Instead of being a full-time large animal veterinarian and academic who enjoyed writing columns on the side, McCormack became a novelist who drew upon his experiences as a veterinarian to pen longer tales for his growing legion of fans.
My Summer Submerged
Diving into AQUAVET® deepened my interest in aquatic animals.
Meet the CVI Team – Karen Norris, PhD
Karen Norris, PhD, GRA Eminent Scholar in Immunology and Translational Biomedical Research and the Wheatley Chair of Immunology.
Meet the CVI Team – Karen Norris, PhD
Karen Norris, PhD, GRA Eminent Scholar in Immunology and Translational Biomedical Research and the Wheatley Chair of Immunology.
Hospital now offers Interventional Radiology service
The UGA Veterinary Teaching Hospital recently launched its new Interventional Radiology (IR) service, and it is unlike any other in the region. Interventional radiology is an emerging field in veterinary medicine allowing for management and treatment of many diseases with minimally-invasive procedures.
Active Learning
CVM-developed eLearning tools help students be better prepared for life in practice.
Meet the CVI Team – S. Mark Tompkins, PhD
S. Mark Tompkins, PhD, Professor of Infectious Diseases.
Meet the CVI Team- Eric T. Harvill, PhD
Eric T. Harvill, PhD, UGA Athletic Association Professor in Medical Microbiology.
Meet the CVI Team – Ted Ross, PhD
Ted Ross, PhD, Director of the Center for Vaccines and Immunology. GRA Eminent Scholar in Infectious Diseases.
CVI Officially Open For Business
Commitment, complementary interests help unite 4 researchers toward common goal
Clinical Pathology Update
CBC and chemistry evaluation are the most commonly performed diagnostic tests and proper sample handling is critical to accurate results.
Zoetis Award for Research Excellence
Congratulations to Dr. StephenTrent on being awarded the 2016 Zoetis Award for Research Excellence!
2016 Photo Contest Results
The results from the judges are in, and our top 25 “winning” photos for the Hospital's 2016 Picture Your Pet Photo Contest have been identified. This was no easy task as we received more than 150 amazing photos! See who won, along with all of the great entries we received, at: http://vetmeduga.wpengine.com/hospital/photo-contest
My Indonesian Odyssey
I had arrived for orientation as a first-year student at UGA’s College of Veterinary Medicine, excited to be one step closer to becoming a veterinarian. Having developed a passion for traveling during my undergraduate years, I was determined to find a way to discover the world during my veterinary education. In orientation, I learned about the Certificate in International Veterinary Medicine program for UGA CVM students. To receive this certificate, students must complete certain courses, conduct a research-based project, be proficient in a foreign language and spend at least three weeks interning in another country.
New species of Eimeria found in mourning doves in Kentucky
A UGA-led research team discovered a new species of the parasite Eimeria in fecal samples from a Kentucky population of mourning doves, which is one of the most abundant birds in North America and one of the most harvested game birds in the United States.
Take-home glucose monitors for diabetic pets
Did you know that the University of Georgia Veterinary Teaching Hospital offers iPro continuous glucose monitoring devices for cats and dogs with diabetes mellitus? The devices, commonly used for human patients with diabetes, are used to gather data on the patient's response to insulin. The Hospital has been offering this service since 2013.
Take-home glucose monitors for diabetic pets
Did you know that the University of Georgia Veterinary Teaching Hospital offers iPro continuous glucose monitoring devices for cats and dogs with diabetes mellitus? The devices, commonly used for human patients with diabetes, are used to gather data on the patient's response to insulin. The Hospital has been offering this service since 2013.
UGA VTH Pharmacist receives Distinguished Alumna Award
Heather Lindell, the assistant manager of the pharmacy at the UGA Veterinary Teaching Hospital, was recently honored by her alma mater, the UGA College of Pharmacy, with a Distinguished Alumna Award.
New resistance gene discovered in common soil bacterium
A research team based at the UGA College of Veterinary Medicine has discovered a novel gene—erm(46)—that confers antibiotic resistance in Rhodococcus equi, a soil-dwelling bacterium which commonly infects foals and causes opportunistic infections in immunocompromised people. The finding was made in collaboration with researchers at the University of Edinburgh, Texas A&M University, and the University of Washington.
UGA Veterinarian receives highest honor from regional wildlife agencies
Dr. John R. Fischer, director of the Southeastern Cooperative Wildlife Disease Study (SCWDS), recently received the 2016 C.W. Watson Award from fish and wildlife agencies in the Southeast. This is the highest award presented by the Southeastern Association of Fish and Wildlife Agencies (SEAFWA).
UGA Small Animal Hospital renamed to memorialize donor
The UGA Veterinary Teaching Hospital has renamed its Small Animal Hospital in honor of Cora Nunnally Miller, a donor who gave more than $13 million to the College of Veterinary Medicine. The name change was made official Nov. 3 during a dedication ceremony that included the unveiling of a portrait of Miller that was painted when she was a teenager by Lamar Dodd.
Business Manager – Athens Veterinary Diagnostic Laboratory
The Athens Veterinary Diagnostic Laboratory at UGA is searching for a new Business Manager.
Why we give
John E. Hayes (DVM ’63) attended a pre-veterinary program at the University of Maryland prior to entering veterinary school at the University of Georgia. “Dr. John,” as he is affectionately known, is well known in his home state for providing creatures, both great and small, with compassionate veterinary care, regardless of an owner’s ability to pay for his services. He has lent his time and expertise to animals in need—in addition to lending his time to other causes—throughout his career in daily practice and his 10 very active years as a “retiree.”
Disaster Preparedness
“Today around 12:30, a truck transporting chemicals to UGA labs crashed into the UGA Health Sciences Campus. The driver ran a red light at the intersection, hit several oncoming vehicles and flipped onto its side. A small fire is seen near the cab of the truck and the distinct odor of chlorine is present.”
So began an exercise realistic enough that local media outlets had to be informed in advance that the “emergency” was, in fact, just a drill. The four-hour interprofessional event, held on an otherwise calm Saturday afternoon in March 2016, was a joint effort by the College of Pharmacy, the UGA Division of One Health and the UGA Medical Partnership to instruct veterinary, pharmacy and medical students in disaster management and the importance of interdisciplinary cooperation.
Better prepared, thanks to UGA PREP
When Kiara Miller graduated from Savannah State University in 2014, she asked herself the question facing every recent graduate: “Now what?” Summers spent as an undergraduate researcher at the National Institute on Drug Abuse and at the University of Wisconsin—Madison had kindled in her a passion for neurobiology, and Miller knew she was destined for a career in biomedical research. In order to follow that passion, however, she needed those few letters after her name that would distinguish her as one of the best and brightest in the field: PhD.
CVM encouraging better mental health wellness among its students, faculty and staff
The College of Veterinary Medicine is providing its students with better access to mental health care, and, providing students, faculty and staff with better access to other mental health resources. The promotion of greater mental health wellness is important because health care professions, including the veterinary profession, are among those cited as having the highest rates of suicide and depression.
Awareness matters
About 55 students, faculty and staff from the UGA CVM met in late January 2016 for the fifth annual Bulldog Leadership Experience, a weekend workshop aimed at giving participants an experiential learning opportunity in professional skills associated with leadership and wellness.
Improving global health
UGA's new Center for Vaccines and Immunology is dedicated to improving global health by creating vaccines to fight emerging and re-emerging diseases such as influenza and Zika.
UGA parasitologist elected to American Heartworm Society board of directors
Andrew R. Moorhead, DVM, MS, PhD, an associate research scientist and parasitologist at the University of Georgia College of Veterinary Medicine, was elected to the board of directors for the American Heartworm Society during the Society’s recent 2016 Triennial Symposium.
Science of Veterinary Medicine Symposium Winners
The University of Georgia College of Veterinary Medicine is home to a spectrum of research training programs for the next generation of veterinary medicine practitioners and researchers. Each year we highlight the cutting edge research conducted in these programs at the Science of Veterinary Medicine Symposium. The symposium provides an opportunity for research trainees at all levels to present their work to faculty and students from across the College of Veterinary Medicine community.
Father-son faculty duo team up on NSF grant
Both Drs. Quinn are co-principal investigators for a National Science Foundation research grant looking at the impact of large-scale data collection on scientists’ ability to efficiently track infectious diseases.
New Pricing for IDL’s Zoo & Exotic Animal Pathology Service as of November 1, 2016
Due to the rise in costs for supplies, reagents, and slide preparations, IDL will be increasing the cost for this service. See new submission form.
UGA research sheds light on mechanism that leads to drug-resistant superbugs
Athens, Ga. – Drug-resistant organisms, or so-called “superbugs,” are a growing public health threat because “last-resort” therapeutics-employed only when other drugs fail to kill an infection-are failing. A University of Georgia-led research team is the first to examine multiple strains of one of the most dangerous superbugs known to science and a last-resort antibiotic used to treat it. The team's discovery deepens the understanding of how pathogens adapt to protect themselves from antibiotics and will enable researchers to develop therapeutics aimed at evading this mechanism.
Naegleria fowleri drug research: an interview with Dennis Kyle, PhD
Distinguished Professor at the University of South Florida's (USF) College of Public Health, Dennis Kyle, PhD joined me for an interview about his labs work on trying to find an effective treatment for the “brain-eating amoeba”
John M. Boden Award for Excellence in Animal Biomedical Research
Congratulations to Dr. Melinda Brindley on being awarded the 2016 John M. Bowen Award of Execellence in Animal Biomedical Research!
New Pricing for IDL Companion Animal tests as of August 1, 2016
Due to the rise in costs for supplies and reagents, IDL will increase the costs for testing. Please see the updated Non-Exotics Submission form for the new pricing.
Dr. Julie Moore appointed Associate Vice President for Research for UGA
Julie M. Moore, PhD, has been appointed an associate vice president for research and has joined the senior leadership team in the University of Georgia’s Office of the Vice President for Research, effective July 7.
New Pricing for IDL PCR tests as of July 1, 2016
Due to the rise in costs for supplies and reagents, IDL will increase the cost for testing. The price for most PCR tests will increase by $2 (see updated Avian & Exotics Submission form)
New price for Chlamydia spp. antibody titer determination by IFA, as of July 1, 2016
As of July 1, 2016, the price for Chlamydia spp. antibody titer determination by IFA will increase to $32 in order to offset the rise in the cost of testing and shipping. The new prices will be: $32 for IFA serology The Chlamydia panel with antibody determination using IFA will […]
New pricing for Zoo & Exotic Animal Pathology Service as of July 1, 2015
New pricing available HERE.
Sebastian Whitworth
I met Sebastian at a meet-and-greet in 2008. My first dog had died suddenly less than a month before, and I was certain that I could never find another companion as loving and all-around cute as he had been. I remember my delight when I saw him, an adorable Shih-Poo […]
Lucy Lundie
Lucy was near death when we rescued her, but she had such an amazing spirit and will to live. She joined our four other rescues and loved the company of her “pig” brothers and sisters. She relished the love and attention she was getting for the first time in her […]
Moses Hester
I am so grateful to the UGA Veterinary Teaching Hospital for the excellent care Moses has received and the wonderful staff members who have participated in his care. A couple of years ago, the Internal Medicine Service removed a nasopharyngeal polyp. I was so pleased with the excellent results and […]
Olivia Adler
In December, Olivia stepped on a horseshoe nail. The nail punctured her deep digital flexor tendon and hit her coffin bone, resulting in a small bone infection. The UGA Veterinary Teaching Hospital performed intravenous regional limb perfusions, utilized therapeutic shoeing techniques, and provided exceptional patient care that allowed the mare’s […]
2016 Pathology Continuing Education Workshop
A full day of Pathology Continuing Education for large and small animal veterinarians and technicians
Associate professor teaches how to explore ‘new ways around problems’
Dr. Ben Brainard possesses a penchant for challenges and real-time physiology in crisis. On a near-daily basis in his role as an associate professor of emergency and critical care medicine at the UGA College of Veterinary Medicine, Brainard works at the vortex of life and death. His naturally calm demeanor is an asset amid the chaos of caring for patients in crisis.
Critical mass: Presidential Extraordinary Research Faculty Hiring Initiative builds on UGA’s Signatu
Pejman Rohani's research is inherently collaborative, and he says the number and diversity of infectious disease researchers at UGA creates an extraordinary environment for discovery.
Athens veterinarians to participate in 2016 national service animal eye exam event
The UGA Veterinary Teaching Hospital is offering free eye exam screenings to service animals this May as part of the ACVO/Stokes Pharmacy National Service Animal Eye Exam Event. Pre-registration with the ACVO is required and is open through April 30.
Center for Vaccines and Immunology to open in 2016
Later this year, the Center for Vaccines and Immunology will open the doors of its newly renovated research facilities. Housed in the old Veterinary Teaching Hospital space, the Center will eventually accommodate up to 10 research groups comprising 100 total faculty and staff. In addition to training future scientists, the Center’s researchers will focus on expanding their understanding of the immunology of infectious diseases and how vaccines work in different populations based upon age, gender and ethnicity.
UGA, Sanofi Pasteur develop new vaccine for H1N1 influenza
UGA researchers and Sanofi Pasteur, the vaccines division of Sanofi, announced recently the development of a vaccine that protects against multiple strains of both seasonal and pandemic H1N1 influenza in mouse models. They published their findings in the Journal of Virology.
A “Dog’s Eye View” of the UGA Veterinary Teaching Hospital
Check out this great video tour of our Veterinary Teaching Hospital, created by our first-year veterinary students for Open House and given from a “Dog’s Eye View.”
UGA students, alumni offered record number of NSF Graduate Research Fellowships
Athens, Ga. – A record number of University of Georgia students and alumni have been offered National Science Foundation Graduate Research Fellowships this year. These highly competitive awards recognize and support outstanding graduate students in science, technology, engineering and mathematics disciplines.
UGA CVM Alumni Association Recognizes Four
The University of Georgia College of Veterinary Medicine recognized four alumni with awards for service to the college and the veterinary profession during its 53rd Annual Veterinary Conference and Alumni Weekend.
UGA, Sanofi Pasteur Develop New Vaccine for H1N1 Influenza
Researchers at the University of Georgia and Sanofi Pasteur, the vaccines division of Sanofi, announced today the development of a vaccine that protects against multiple strains of both seasonal and pandemic H1N1 influenza in mouse models. They published their findings recently in the Journal of Virology.
UGA CVM Alumni Association Recognizes Four
The University of Georgia College of Veterinary Medicine recognized four alumni with awards for service to the college and the veterinary profession during its 53rd Annual Veterinary Conference and Alumni Weekend.
Atlanta Humane Society and UGA College of Veterinary Medicine Announce Shelter Medicine Partnership
The Atlanta Humane Society (AHS) and the University of Georgia College of Veterinary Medicine (UGA CVM) are partnering to provide veterinary students experiential learning opportunities in a shelter medicine setting.
Creative Teaching Award
Athens, Ga. – Five University of Georgia faculty members are recipients of the 2016 Creative Teaching Awards presented by the Office of the Vice President for Instruction. Jon Calabria, Cecilia Herles, Ilse Mason, Julie Moore and Tiffany Washington each received a surprise personal visit from Vice President Rahul Shrivastav and his staff announcing their selection. These faculty will be officially recognized during the UGA Faculty Recognition Banquet on April 11.
Veterinary professor Corrie Brown named University Professor at UGA
Corrie Brown, Meigs Professor of Pathology in the College of Veterinary Medicine, has been named University Professor, an honor bestowed on faculty members who have made a significant impact on the University of Georgia beyond their normal academic responsibilities.
Miniature Schnauzer Renal Disease Study
An award from the Gray Lady Foundation is being used by the Athens Veterinary Diagnostic Laboratory to conduct urine testing free of charge in Miniature Schnauzers in order to identify proteinuric animals that could have Focal Segmental Glomerulosclerosis (FSGS)
Vet Med Offers Clinical Trial for Cats with History of Arterial Thromboembolism
Researchers at the UGA Veterinary Teaching Hospital are seeking participants for a new multicenter randomized clinical trial. The three-year study dubbed “SUPER-CAT” aims to prolong life expectancy and improve quality of life in cats diagnosed with recurrent arterial thromboembolism through anticoagulant treatment.
University of Georgia to Collaborate with GeoVax on Zika Vaccine
The University of Georgia announced today that it has entered into a collaborative research agreement with GeoVax Labs Inc. to develop and test a vaccine to prevent the emerging and virulent Zika virus infection.
UGA International Education Instagram
Payel Sil, a doctoral candidate at the department of infectious diseases in the College of Veterinary Medicine, is our newest Face of International Education. Originally from New Delhi, India, she has been fascinated by traveling and life science since she was young.
E. P. Pope Memorial Award
Congratulations to Dr. Saliki on winning the 2015 AAVLD E. P. Pope Award for his work in the field of veterinary diagnostic laboratory medicine.
Student Spotlight: Kyle Todd
Human norovirus, an extremely contagious and hardy virus that spreads easily via contaminated food, water, or through person-to-person transmission, is the number one cause of acute gastroenteritis and food-borne illness.
Winnie Linn
Winnie is a very sweet and loving bulldog with a heart of gold. Unfortunately, she was born with a chronic heart condition (pulmonary stenosis). We learned she had a heart murmur from our family veterinarian, the first week after bringing her into our home. From there, we were referred to […]
Supporting Georgia’s agriculture industry one herd at a time
The beef and dairy industries in Georgia are significant contributors to the state’s economy.Helping to safeguard these important commodities is the goal of the production medicine team at the University of Georgia Veterinary Teaching Hospital. This service travels to dairy and beef cattle operations throughout the state and works closely with producers and their veterinarians to improve herd health.
2015 Holiday Hours
2015 Holiday Hours
Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza Preparedness
Between December 2014 and June 2015, an outbreak of Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza (HPAI) occurred in the Pacific Northwest and the Mid-western states
Advanced radiation therapy now available
When the UGA Veterinary Teaching Hospital moved into its new facility in March 2015, it upgraded its linear accelerator to one of the most advanced models available, the Trilogy® system, putting UGA on the leading edge of veterinary radiation therapy nationwide.
Smokey Bristol
Smokey was referred to the UGA Veterinary Teaching Hospital by our primary care veterinarian for further testing after experiencing a two-week duration of intermittent increased salivation and bilateral nasal discharge, as well as a poor appetite. He was otherwise normal. An upper airway endoscopy and a gastroscopy were performed. During […]
Scott and Dey Mathews
Philanthropy has always been very important to both of us. We have supported a variety of worthwhile causes, including the nonprofit boards Scott has served on and the schools we, and our sons, have attended. Consistent with that approach, after James was accepted to the CVM, we discussed with Molly Thomas, the College’s associate director of development, various ways in which we could support the program. We believe that the best support parents can give their children is to contribute to the growth of educational opportunities and excellence in their children’s field of study.
New Director for Faculty of Infectious Diseases
Donald Harn, professor of infectious diseases and Georgia Research Alliance Distinguished Investigator, has been named the new director of UGA’s Faculty of Infectious Diseases. The group’s current director, Duncan Krause, plans to step down at the end of the calendar year following eight years of service in the position.
Why I Give – Natalie Eggenberger
My favourite horse of all times suffers from DSLD/ESPA – the cause to find an easier way to diagnose the disease and ultimately identify the genetic marker is very important to me – I owe it to my horse Dominguero NS to support you, my Dom has been suffering through a flare up the last few day's, therefore I felt the need to donate a second time.
Why I Give – Randy Harris
It's a small gesture but I donate to UGA each time a beloved pet dies. It means volumes to the owner and it helps the school in the process.
Why I Give – Natalie Eggenberger
My favourite horse of all times suffers from DSLD/ESPA – the cause to find an easier way to diagnose the disease and ultimately identify the genetic marker is very important to me – I owe it to my horse Dominguero NS to support you, my Dom has been suffering through a flare up the last few day's, therefore I felt the need to donate a second time.
GRA Eminent Scholar in Infectious Diseases working on universal flu vaccine
Ted M. Ross is one of 99 new faculty members at UGA (see UGA welcomes new faculty). He joined the UGA College of Veterinary Medicine this year as the Georgia Research Alliance Eminent Scholar in Infectious Diseases. One of the nation's leading infectious diseases researchers, his laboratory develops and tests vaccines for a variety of viral diseases, such as influenza, dengue, respiratory syncytial virus, Ebola and HIV/AIDS.
BVD Testing for producers
BVD-PI testing now offered directly to producers
Daisy Miller/Powell
We were referred to the UGA Veterinary Teaching Hospital for our 5-year-old dog Daisy. She arrived in intense pain, and we were met at the car by a team of wonderful students who took over and were so kind to us and our dog. We met with the neurologist after […]
Canine Influenza Facts
On May 19, 2015, the Athens Veterinary Diagnostic Laboratory determined that H3N2, a new strain of canine influenza responsible for an outbreak in the Midwest, was the cause of illness for a dog that had been diagnosed with canine influenza on May 15.
Positive Canine Influenza Case in Georgia
On Friday, May 15th the Athens Veterinary Diagnostic Laboratory obtained its first positive case of Canine influenza in Georgia.
Patterns of infection
Dr. Ezenwa wins Fulbright to study parasites in people.
Update on Canine Respiratory Disease and Canine influenza virus
During the first quarter of 2015, a new strain of influenza virus (H3N2) was detected in cases of canine respiratory disease in the Chicago area.
Athens veterinarians to participate in national service animal eye exam event
The University of Georgia Veterinary Teaching Hospital will again offer free eye exam screenings during May to qualified service animals as part of the annual American College of Veterinary Ophthalmologists and Stokes Pharmacy National Service Animal Eye Exam event. The event was created to honor service animals and their work. Service animals include guide, handicapped assistance, detection, military, search and rescue and registered therapy animals. Registration is required for service animal owners and handlers to participate and is open through April 30.
UGA College of Veterinary Medicine Alumni Association recognizes three
The University of Georgia College of Veterinary Medicine recognized three alumni with awards for service to the college and to the veterinary profession. This year's honorees were Claude S. Kidd Jr. of Greensboro, N.C.; Samuel R. Adams Jr. of Buford, Ga.; and Patricia W. Hill of Simpsonville, S.C.
Equine surgeon selected to head Continuing Education Program at UGA College of Veterinary Medicine
Dr. P. O. Eric Mueller, a professor of large animal surgery and chief medical officer for the UGA Large Animal Teaching Hospital, has been selected to head the College of Veterinary Medicine’s Continuing Education program.
Dr. Mueller, who also serves as the College's director of equine programs, has authored more than 60 scientific publications and 20 veterinary book chapters. He is a frequent speaker at national and international scientific and continuing education meetings.
UGA Veterinary Teaching Hospital now open in new location
The University of Georgia Veterinary Teaching Hospital saw its first appointments today at its new location, 2200 College Station Road.
Minnie, a 10-year-old yellow Labrador retriever, came to the hospital’s rehabilitation service to use one of the brand-new underwater treadmills. She has been a patient of the hospital since January and uses the treadmill to help maintain her mobility and decrease pain caused by chronic osteoarthritis in her knees.
Porcine Epidemic Diarrhea Reaches Georgia
On Friday February 27, 2015, the Athens Veterinary Diagnostic Laboratory confirmed Porcine Epidemic Diarrhea virus (PEDv) infection in samples taken from two pigs at the Georgia Junior National Livestock Show.
Sheldon Worley
On Valentine’s Day, a small, scared, underweight dog found his way to me. After holding him for the first time, I knew I could never let him go. I took him to the veterinarian for an examination and vaccinations and was told that he had a heart murmur, but that […]
UGA Merial Showcase
Congratulations to Mathew Abraham for his invitation to speak at the UGA-Merial Showcase.
College of Veterinary Medicine researchers develop new treatment for rabies
Successfully treating rabies can be a race against the clock. Those who suffer a bite from a rabid animal have a brief window of time to seek medical help before the virus takes root in the central nervous system, at which point the disease is almost invariably fatal.
The VITEK2 System
Introducing a Better Way to Identify Drugs for Treating Drug Resistant Organisms
Starting Feb. 16, the Athens Veterinary Diagnostic Laboratory will be using the VITEK®2 to systematically provide you with MIC values for all pathogenic bacteria isolates. This will help you determine the best drugs to prescribe for treating the organisms.
Electronic Brucella Test Record
Testing for Brucella? Don’t forget to submit the new electronic and fillable Brucella test record (Form VS 4-33), as well as our routine submission form, along with your samples. Print it off, or email it to us at athndlab@uga.edu (Athens) or dlab@uga.edu (Tifton).
Noted infectious disease researcher to join UGA
One of the nation's leading infectious disease researchers is joining UGA as its newest Georgia Research Alliance Eminent Scholar.
Not a win-win: Treating for worms helps animals survive, then spread infectious diseases
Athens, Ga. – Parasitic worms, which infect millions of people and animals around the world, have been shown to influence how the immune system responds to diseases like HIV and tuberculosis. In a new study of African buffalo, University of Georgia ecologist Vanessa Ezenwa found that de-worming drastically improved an animal's chances of surviving bovine tuberculosis—but with the consequence of increasing the spread of tuberculosis in the population.
Careers in Immunology Fellowship
AAI recently announced the AAI members and their designated AAI trainees selected to receive AAI Careers in Immunology Fellowships in 2015. The program, launched in 2014, is the largest in the AAI awards repertoire and provides independent research scientists with fellowships supporting one year of salary for a trainee (predoctoral or postdoctoral) in their labs.
One Health Committee
Congratulations to Dr. Sanchez for her appointment as chair of the AAVMC One Health Committee!
Postdoctoral Research Award
Contragulations to Dr. Olivia Perwitasari, winner of the post doctoral award from OVPR!
TWiV 311: Bulldogs go viral
Vincent visits the University of Georgia where he speaks with Zhen Fu and Biao He about their work on rabies virus and paramyxoviruses.
UGA College of Veterinary Medicine receives Gates Foundation grant to study norovirus
Athens, Ga. – The University of Georgia College of Veterinary Medicine announced today that it is a Grand Challenges Explorations winner, an initiative funded by the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation. Ralph A. Tripp, a professor of infectious diseases, will lead a team in pursuit of innovative global health and development research on norovirus.
Bovine Viral Diarrhea
Recent articles have publicized the premiums paid for BVD tested calves in some internet auctions. According to an analysis of Superior Livestock Auction data of more than 400,000 head marketed during 2013, the average premium paid for BVD-PI Free status calves was $2.97 per hundredweight.
Focus on the Faculty: Julie Moore
Julie Moore, a professor in the College of Veterinary Medicine, has traveled the world to study the impact of malaria on pregnant women and their babies and uses her experiences to add color and context to the concepts she discusses in the classroom.
Possible Rabies bite/exposure case?
Possible Rabies bite/exposure case?
Focus on the Faculty: Vanessa Ezenwa
Associate professor Vanessa Ezenwa, who has a joint appointment in the Odum School of Ecology and the College of Veterinary Medicine, says one of the highlights of her career is taking undergraduate and graduate students to Africa to conduct field research.
Edward Jenner poster prize
Congratulations to Lisa McEwen, one of three winners of the Edward Jenner poster prize!
Nine faculty named Service-Learning Fellows for 2014-2015
The Office of Service-Learning, a unit of the UGA Office of the Vice President for Public Service and Outreach and the Office of the Vice President for Instruction, has selected nine faculty members to serve as 2014-15 Service-Learning Fellows. They will spend the academic year exploring ways to integrate experiential learning into their teaching and research.
Infectious disease faculty’s studies enhance university’s research enterprise
Building upon UGA's strengths in cutting-edge infectious disease research, the University System of Georgia Board of Regents provided funding in 2007 to hire seven new faculty members working at the forefront of infectious disease prevention and control.
CE from the Athens Dlab – 7 CE hours; Aug 24, 2014
S is for Serology: Unraveling the mysteries of companion animal serologySponsored by Zoetis® Summary: Ever submit serum for a test and once the results are back have difficulty interpreting them? Did I ask for the wrong test? Is the test measuring antibodies or antigen? What are the next steps for […]
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2013 Holiday Hours for the Georgia Veterinary Diagnostic Laboratories
The Faculty and Staff of the Georgia Veterinary Diagnostic Laboratories would like to wish you and your staff a safe and happy holiday season! Below are our holiday hours for both the Athens Veterinary Diagnostic Laboratory and the Tifton Veterinary Diagnostic and Investigational Laboratory. The Athens Veterinary Diagnostic Laboratory (AVDL) […]
For Veterinarians and Pet Owners Concerned about Trifexis
The UGA Veterinary Diagnostic Laboratory in Athens conducted a necropsy on a single puppy that was reported to have ingested Trifexis. Based on this single case, we do not have any information regarding the toxicity, or lack thereof, of this drug. Pet owners or veterinarians who want to report an […]
UGA labs conduct testing for FDA’s pet food surveillance program
(Athens, Ga.) — The University of Georgia Veterinary Diagnostic Laboratories, located in Athens and Tifton, are collaborating with the U.S. Food and Drug Administration’s Veterinary Laboratory Investigation and Response Network to evaluate diagnostic samples from companion animals in suspect cases of exposure to contaminated foods or drugs, to help protect […]
The Facts on Trichomoniasis
Trichomoniasis is a sexually transmitted disease in cattle that can cause significant economic losses in herds. The disease is caused by a single celled parasite, Tritrichomonas foetus. Though the true prevalence of trichomoniasis in cattle is not known, several states have recently enacted stringent rules to control the importation or transmission of the disease.
Macrorhabdus Ornithogaster Infection in Pet and Farmed Birds
Macrorhabdus ornithogaster is a well-known cause of proventriculitis in birds. Although this organism was originally termed Megabacterium due to its large, rod-like appearance, the organism has since been classified as an anamorphic ascomycetous yeast. Clinical signs may be variable and include sudden death or chronic wasting. Diarrhea or enteritis has also been reported in birds colonized by Macrorhabdus; however, these birds can have concurrent enteric parasites, bacterial infections, or other diseases that could cause diarrhea.
Sparganosis: A Zoonotic Cestodiasis
Sparganosis is an infection of tissues by second stage larvae (spargana or plerocercoid) of pseudophyllidean tapeworms. Sparganosis due to pseudophyllidean cestodes such as Sparganum spp. (e.g. Sparganum proliferum) and Spirometra spp. (e.g. Spirometra mansonoides, Spirometra erinaceieuropaei) can occur in body cavities or in tissues of intermediate and paratenic hosts. Sparganum proliferum is phylogenetically identified as a new species in the order pseudophyllidea. The life cycle and the definitive host of Sparganum proliferum is unknown but believed to be similar to that of Spirometra spp. The definite hosts of Spirometra spp. are carnivores, and the eggs are shed in feces. The eggs embryonate in the environment, hatch in water and release coracidia. Coracidia are ingested by intermediate hosts, copepod crustaceans (Cyclops spp.), and develop into procercoids. Second intermediate hosts including fish, reptiles, and amphibians ingest infected copepods and acquire procercoid larvae. Procercoids develop into plerocercoids in the second intermediate hosts. Predators of the second intermediate hosts are infected by the plerocercoids. Plerocercoidosis/sparganosis develops after ingesting procercoids or plerocercoids with contaminated water or infected intermediate hosts. Humans and other mammals including apes, pigs, dogs, and cats can serve as paratenic or second intermediate hosts and develop sparganosis.
Mushroom Intoxication
Two cases of mushroom toxicosis recently have been diagnosed at the TVDIL. The first case involved a 2 year-old mixed breed dog that died following a brief course of vomiting and bloody diarrhea. The second case involved a 12 week-old Labrador Retriever puppy with a history of vomiting with death occurring within 24 hours of the onset of clinical signs. The submitting veterinarian noted that the owners had seen the puppy eat a mushroom. Both dogs had submassive to massive hepatic necrosis which is very typical for mushroom poisoning.
Enterotoxemia in Sheep and Goats
Enterotoxemia, also known as overeating or pulpy kidney disease, is a condition caused by Clostridium perfringens type D. These bacteria are normally found in the soil and as part of the normal microflora in the gastrointestinal tract of healthy sheep and goats. Under specific conditions, these bacteria can rapidly reproduce in the animal’s intestine, producing large quantities of toxins. The epsilon toxin produced by C. perfringens Type D is the most significant toxin in producing the disease. Young animals are most susceptible. Sudden and high mortality rates may occasionally occur in lambs and kids. Although adult animals are also susceptible to enterotoxemia, they develop immunity due to frequent exposure to low doses of these toxins.
Veterinary Forensic Pathology Cases – Who Can You Call?
The importance of the veterinarian’s role in animal cruelty cases has recently been highlighted in the news media and numerous journals. In December, the AVMA endorsed a document called “Practical Guidance for the Effective Response by Veterinarians to Suspected Animal Cruelty, Abuse and Neglect” which is intended to aid veterinarians in establishing individual, practice-specific policies and procedures that best serve the needs of the animal, the client, the veterinarian and the community.
Renal Pathology Consultation Service
Kidney disease is a leading cause of illness and death in dogs and cats. Treatment of acute and chronic kidney disease is most effective when the disease is recognized early in its course and when treatment is instituted with knowledge of the underlying disease process. To aid in the diagnosis and treatment of kidney disease, the Athens Veterinary Diagnostic Laboratory is now offering renal diagnostic and treatment expertise through its newly established Renal Pathology Consultation Service.
On the Wilder Side…Ranavirus in Amphibians
Ranaviruses have been implicated as one of the causes of worldwide amphibian declines. These viruses can be deadly to amphibians and have caused mass mortality events in North America. Clinical signs of ranavirus infection may be vague but include hemorrhaging of the skin, lethargy, and swelling (edema). Multiple internal organs may be affected; however, the kidney and liver often are targeted, resulting in hemorrhage and necrosis. In some species, mortality can occur as early as within a few days of exposure.
Ante-Mortem Diagnosis of Canine Distemper
Canine distemper virus (CDV) infects and causes disease in domestic dogs and many wild carnivores, including coyotes, ferrets, foxes, lions, mink, raccoons, and skunks. Although sustained vaccination of domestic dog populations has greatly reduced the incidence of canine distemper, the disease is still prevalent worldwide and now occurs in sporadic outbreaks. Young puppies between 3 and 6 months of age are more susceptible to infection and undergo more severe disease than adult dogs. However, non-vaccinated older dogs are also highly susceptible to infection and disease.
Toxicity Due to Nandina domestica in Cedar Waxwings (Bombycilla cedrorum)
Many cedar waxwings were found dead in a yard in Thomas County, Georgia, in April, 2009. Five of these submitted to the Tifton Veterinary Diagnostic and Investigational Laboratory, where they were examined grossly and microscopically.
The Daily Life of a Pathologist
Veterinary pathologists are challenged daily with making a diagnosis on a variety of surgical biopsies. Many times clinicians will opt for surgical biopsy hoping for a definitive diagnosis that will give relevant information for therapy and prognosis. The pathologist becomes that one person from whom clinicians and owners wait for an answer. At times, however, the histological findings are inconclusive. Some examples of challenging diagnoses are discussed below.
Bovine Enterovirus
Bovine enterovirus (BEV) belongs to the family Picornaviridae (picornaviruses), which consists of small (18–30 nm), nonenveloped viruses with an icosahedral capsid that encloses a single copy of positive-sense RNA genome. Bovine enterovirus is in the genus Enterovirus, along with poliovirus, human enterovirus, coxsackieviruses, swine vesicular disease virus, echovirus 11, and others. Originally classified into several serotypes, only two serotypes, BEV-1 and BEV-2 are now recognized.Because of the unavailability of type specific antisera or a commercially available diagnostic test, a genotypic classification, which supports previous recognized serological distinctions has been proposed.
Quality in the Laboratory
The Georgia Veterinary Diagnostic Laboratories are two of only 41 accredited veterinary laboratories in North America. We are accredited by the American Association of Veterinary Laboratory Diagnosticians (AAVLD). The goal of the AAVLD is to assist Labs meet or exceed the World Organization for Animal Health Quality Standards and Guidelines for Veterinary Laboratories. Meeting these quality standards requires the effort of every staff member, from the directors and pathologists to the technicians and administrative personnel.
Leptospira Infection in Animals
Leptospirosis is a potentially fatal and zoonotic bacterial disease caused by pathogenic bacterium Leptospira. There are over 200 serovars maintained in renal tubules of many domestic and wild animal species.
Blood and Cytology Submission Guidelines
General Guidelines and Principles
- Label slides, tubes, and slide holders: Use patient name and site. Labeling is necessary to prevent and correct sample errors, and to preserve chain of custody. A key, explained in the submission form, can be used for multiple masses/specimens.
Issues Associated with Salmonella in Pet Foods
Earlier this year, an outbreak of salmonellosis was associated with tainted peanut butter products from the Peanut Corporation of America, and products are still being recalled as this article is being written. Although most of the products involved were for human consumption, some dog biscuits, rawhides, and other pet treats were among the recalled items. In addition, many pet owners admitted to having fed peanut butter crackers and other recalled human foods to their pets. Given recent deaths in animals due to melamine/cyanuric acid and aflatoxin contaminated dog and cat foods, it is understandable that owners are concerned about food recalls. However, Salmonella-contaminated pet treats and foods actually pose a risk to owners as well as to their pets.
Diagnosis of Skin Disease – Skin Biopies
One of the most common reasons for bringing pets to a veterinarian is skin disease. In many cases, the diagnosis is obvious and treatment is straightforward and successful. However, diagnostic tests are necessary to determine the cause when lesions are unusual; suggestive of serious diseases that require expensive, dangerous, or long term treatment; or do not respond to treatment as expected. Skin biopsies are frequently the most direct means of making a diagnosis because they are relatively easy to do, rapid, cost-effective, and safe for the patient.
Selection, Collection & Submission of Samples for Histopathology
Histopathology is a powerful and inexpensive diagnostic method. Submission of the right specimen in the right fixative is crucial for microscopic evaluation of biopsy specimens and organ or tissue samples from necropsies. Properly selected, appropriately collected and preserved specimens are very helpful in establishing an accurate diagnosis.
On the Wilder Side…Ranavirus in Amphibians
Ranaviruses have been implicated as one of the causes of worldwide amphibian declines. These viruses can be deadly to amphibians and have caused mass mortality events in North America. Clinical signs of ranavirus infection may be vague but include hemorrhaging of the skin, lethargy, and swelling (edema). Multiple internal organs may be affected; however, the kidney and liver often are targeted, resulting in hemorrhage and necrosis. In some species, mortality can occur as early as within a few days of exposure.
Immunohistochemistry Basics & Diagnosis of Neoplasia
Immunohistochemistry has been available for many years, but is becoming much more widely used with advances in automated staining processes, available antibodies, and knowledge. The principle behind the technique is relatively simple: all cells have antigens, and the distribution of antigens is tissue-dependent.
MRSA in Pets: A Public Health Concern?
Staphylococci are Gram-positive, facultative anaerobic cocci. The genus is subdivided into many different species and most of them are host adapted. For the most part, staphylococci are skin commensals of healthy individuals where they can be carried transiently or permanently and only cause disease when there is a breech of epithelial integrity. The most common clinical presentations are skin abscesses. The species of staphylococci most frequently isolated from both healthy and sick dogs and cats is Staphylococcus intermedius (SI). Staphylococcus aureus (SA), although isolated from animal infections, is not as common as SI. The susceptibility profiles of both staphylococci species is changing, with clear increases in the number of isolates that are multidrug resistant (MDR).
Laboratory Diagnosis of Johne’s Disease
Johne’s disease (JD), caused by Mycobacterium avium subspecies paratuberculosis (MAP), is an economically important disease of ruminants. The disease is characterized by chronic, progressive granulomatous enteritis and affects a wide variety of hosts including cattle, sheep, goats, llamas, alpacas, bison and deer. The U.S. dairy cattle industry estimates an annual economic loss of $220 million due to JD. The presence of MAP in milk, its resistance to pasteurization temperatures, and its possible association with Crohn’s disease in humans suggest a significant public health risk.
Centaur Coggins ELISA Kit Recall
Centaur Inc has issued a STOP SALE of its Equine Infectious Anemia (Coggins) FP ELISA II kit due to false negative results on horse sera of some EIA strong positive reactor status. The manufacturer is recommending that another USDA approved test be used to confirm negative results. The Athens Veterinary […]
New price for Chlamydophila spp. antibody titer determination by IFA, as of July 1, 2013
As of July 1, 2013, the price for Chlamydophila spp. antibody titer determination by IFA will increase by $3 in order to offset the rise in cost of testing. The new prices will be: $27 for IFA serology The Chlamydophila panel with antibody determination using IFA will be $56 The […]
Want discounted UPS shipping?
The UGA Veterinary Diagnostic Laboratories in Athens and Tifton have worked with UPS to come up with a discounted shipping solution for you: Call our lab to request labels (Athens: 706.542.5568; Tifton: 229.386.3340). You will receive a supply of pre-printed Ground and/or Next Day Air shipping labels and address pouches. […]
2012 Holiday Hours for Tifton DLAB
The Tifton DLAB holiday hours are: December 24: Open 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. ET December 25: Closed Dec 26-28: Open 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. ET December 31: Open 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. ET January 1: Closed January 3: Return to normal hours
2012 Holiday Hours for Athens DLAB
The Athens DLAB holiday hours are: December 24: Open during normal hours December 25: Closed December 26-28: Open 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. ET; reduced staff and services December 31: Open 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. ET; reduced staff and services January 1: Closed January 2: Return to normal hours
Canine Idexx 4DX®Plus test is available
Canine Idexx SNAP® 4DX ®Plus Idexx SNAP® 4DX ®Plus test that detects antibody to Ehrlichia ewingii, Ehrlichia canis, Anaplasma platys, Anaplsama phagocytophilium, and Borrelia burgdoreri plus Dirofilaria immitis antigen in blood, plasma, or serum samples at $25/sample.
New Avian Tests available November 1, 2012
Three NEW Avian tests will be available beginning November 1, 2012: Chlamydophila psittaci — Elementary Body Agglutination (EBA) antibody test at $24/test. Agglutination assays favor the detection of IgM, which the body develops during the early phase of an infection. Chlamydophila psittaci Panel — 2 DNA probes, one on whole […]
Prices for Chlamydophila Serology and Necropsy / Histopathology have changed
Prices for Chlamydophila Serology and Necropsy / Histopathology changed on July 1, 2011.
Currently not Available: NON-psittacine polyomavirus DNA in situ hybridization test and KHV serology
The NON-psittacine polyomavirus DNA in situ hybridization test and KHV serology are currently unavailable.
Shipping samples to us? Remember IDL’s address
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In 2012, EEE diagnosed in 8 Georgia counties; WNV in equines diagnosed in 4 counties
The Tifton Veterinary Diagnostic and Investigational Laboratory (TVDIL) has diagnosed 8 cases of Eastern Equine Encephalitis and 4 cases of West Nile Virus in horses, since summer began. EEE and WNV are mosquito-borne viral disease prevalent in the eastern United States; both cause serious disease in horses, humans and birds. […]
AVDL and TVDIL were featured in the 2011 VMES Report
The Georgia Veterinary Diagnostic Laboratories were featured in the 2011 Veterinary Medical Experiment Station (VMES) Annual Report. Click here to read the article.
Test results available by e-mail and online
Test results are available by e-mail and online. Call Athens (706.542-5568) or Tifton (229.386.3340) to set up your Portal account. You can also enroll online here.
Want discounted FedEx shipping?
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Securely see or pay your invoice online
Securely see or pay your invoice online. Call Athens (706.542-5568) or Tifton (229.386.3340) to set up your Portal account. You can also enroll online here.
Equine Patients Benefit from Regenerative Medicine Laboratory
The University of Georgia College of Veterinary Medicine has a GLP-designated research lab dedicated to regenerative medicine and it is now offering this specialized service to equine patients at its Veterinary Teaching Hospital.
Welcome Gary Baxter
The Veterinary Teaching Hospital welcomed Gary Baxter, VMD, MS, DACVS, as its Director in April, 2011.
At the Heart of the Matter
The Cardiology service at The UGA Veterinary Teaching Hospital (UGA VTH) is expanding with the addition of several new interventional procedures for congenital heart disease.
Addition of Fluoroscopy C-arm Imaging System Expands Procedures in Multiple Services
The new flouroscopy imaging system will benefit radiology, soft tissue surgery and cardiology services.
Conformal Radiation Oncology Now Offered at UGA Veterinary Teaching Hospital
Conformal radiation software for use with a linear accelerator is now offered at the UGA VTH for treating hard-to-reach tumors in small animals.
