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The Virginia-Maryland College of Veterinary Medicine's Annual Open House April 2023

The Virginia-Maryland College of Veterinary Medicine hosted its Annual Open House event on Saturday, April 15, 2023, from 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM in Blacksburg. This free event was open to the public and…

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Veterinary Teaching Hospital gets a new underwater treadmill

Veterinary Teaching Hospital gets a new underwater treadmill. After 20 years of daily use, the existing underwater treadmill needed to be replaced within the…

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Mentor day creates network of support for current veterinary medicine students

Students, alumni, and veterinarians from around Virginia came together for Mentor Day 2021 in the Virginia-Maryland College of Veterinary Medicine. Current students paired with mentors in the…

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Calling all mini pig parents!

The popularity of pet pigs is on the rise, and we want to be sure these porky pals are living their best lives. However, there are currently no objective survey tools to measure quality of…

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DVM Program Commencement 2021

VA-MD Vet Med proudly conferred Doctor of Veterinary Medicine degrees to 122 graduating students on May 10, 2021, in Virginia Tech's Lane Stadium. Congratulations to our newest veterinarians!

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Phi Zeta honor society induction of DVM candidates, 2021

First organized in 1925 at Cornell University, Phi Zeta is the honor society of veterinary medicine that recognizes and promotes scholarship and research in matters pertaining to the welfare…

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Small Animal Community Practice pivots to enhance experiential learning

In response to restrictions imposed by the COVID-19 pandemic, the veterinary college’s Small Animal Community Practice, which trains DVM students in a veterinary practice setting, put into…

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Hokies host food drive for community members in need

The Virginia Tech COVID Crushers and the Student Nutrition and Dietetic Association at Virginia Tech organized a drive to collect food for people and pets for the New River Valley Agency on Aging and…

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Project Develops 3D Technology For Veterinary Education

The ARIES (Applied Research in Immersive Environments and Simulations) program in University Libraries meets remotely to continue their work in developing 3D models of animal anatomy in collaboration…

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Cavalier King Charles Spaniels Healthy Heart Study

The Virginia-Maryland College of Veterinary Medicine at Virginia Tech is seeking healthy Cavalier King Charles spaniels for a long-term study using specialized software and 3D echocardiogram to try…

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Virginia Tech's Marion duPont Scott Equine Medical Center

As part of the Virginia-Maryland College of Veterinary Medicine, the Marion duPont Scott Equine Medical Center in Leesburg, Virginia, has the resources of a major university, including expansive…

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Thank you for your dedication and resilience in 2020!

As a challenging year comes to a close, we continue to be inspired by the veterinary college family's unwavering commitment to each other, to our patients, and to the communities we serve. …

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Equine Medical Center continues to provide premier, full-service equine care during COVID-19

The Marion duPont Scott Equine Medical Center provides advanced specialty care, 24-hour emergency treatment, and diagnostic services for all ages and breeds of horses who continue to need care even…

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Remembering Moose and a life dedicated to service

Beloved Virginia Tech therapy dog, Moose passed away December 2, 2020. He's being remembered for a life of service and as an ambassador for the Cook Counseling Center.

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Animal Cancer Care and Research Center opens for comprehensive care of dogs and cats

The Virginia Tech Animal Cancer Care and Research Center is a comprehensive cancer care and clinical research center offering integrated services, including medical, surgical, and radiation oncology,…

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Veterinary college alumna Lauren Dodd ’19 serves the world

A dual-degree graduate of the Virginia-Maryland College of Veterinary Medicine, veterinarian Lauren Dodd ’19 continued a family legacy of service when she commissioned in the U.S. Army…

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