March 2019

Dr. Igor Canisso (center) received the Theriogenologist of the Year award in 2025 from leaders of the American College of Theriogenologists

Dr. Igor Canisso, associate professor at the University of Illinois College of Veterinary Medicine, received the 2025 Theriogenologist of the Year award for his exceptional work in equine reproduction. The presentation was made on July…
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Illinois Opens Enrollment for EVP: Swine

March 30, 2019 / In the News

Bovine Veterinarian (April 1) – First offered at the University of Illinois in 1991 by program originator Dr. LeRoy Biehl, the EVP credential has become synonymous with impact and influence in swine medicine. https://www.bovinevetonline.com/article/next-swine-executive-veterinary-program-class-enrolling-now-illinois Also…
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Jim Lowe Speaks on Pork Industry Panel

March 30, 2019 / In the News

National Hog Farmer (March 29) – During a panel session at Boehringer Ingelheim’s Pre-AASV Symposium, Dr. Lowe said: “We often tend to focus on short-term things that pop up in our face, and not really…
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Platelet-rich Plasma for Canine Lameness Problems

March 18, 2019 / In the News

News-Gazette (March 17) – Dr. Tisha Harper, a veterinary surgeon who specializes in orthopedics and physical rehabilitation therapy, says platelet-rich plasma joins a host of treatment options — ranging from surgery to rehab to pain…
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Illinois Faculty Interviewed about Role at Iditarod

March 18, 2019 / In the News

KTVA News (March ) – Dr. Sara Connolly, clinical assistant professor in the Veterinary Diagnostic Laboratory, was one of over 50 volunteer veterinarians from five different countries working the Iditarod this year. “We listen to…
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First Wildlife Orphans Make Appearance at Clinic

March 14, 2019 / In the News

ciLiving (WCIA-TV; March 13) – Dr. Samantha Sander, director of Wildlife Medical Clinic at the University of Illinois, shows off two infant squirrels that marked the arrival of spring and orphan season at the clinic….
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Human Medications Pose Dangers to Pets

March 11, 2019 / In the News

News-Gazette (March 10) – Dr. Tina Wismer, the medical director for the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center and adjunct instructor at the University of Illinois College of Veterinary Medicine, has advised veterinarians and pet owners…
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