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Two Chairs, Four Professorships Announced, Thanks to Generous Donors
April 7, 2024 / General News

On March 29, the University of Illinois College of Veterinary Medicine announced the establishment of two endowed chairs in oncology and four endowed professorships in other veterinary areas. Six professors in the college have been…
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Staff Spotlight: Kellie Gard, CVT 

April 02, 2024 / Practitioner Updates

Kellie Gard is the clinical service coordinator for the small animal orthopedic surgery service.  Tell us about your background. I was born and raised in the Champaign area. Between fostering dogs, adopting stray cats, and…
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Gut Feeling: Non-GI Manifestations of GI Disease

April 02, 2024 / Practitioner Updates

The gastrointestinal (GI) tract is the sole conduit for water and other nutrients entering the body. It sustains diverse populations of microorganisms. The liver and pancreas serve important roles in digestion, modulating intestinal microbial growth,…
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Spare Flat-faced Pets the Respiratory Distress

March 29, 2024 / Research News

The demand for bulldogs and other flat-faced pets is at an all-time high. According to the American Kennel Club, from 2006-2016, the number of registered bulldogs and French bulldogs in the U.S. increased by 60%…
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Get to Know Angela Cravens

March 28, 2024 / Get to Know

Angela Cravens, pictured with her family and dog, Iris, is a human resources director at the College of Veterinary Medicine. When did you begin working at the College of Veterinary Medicine? February 27, 2023, so…
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New Online CE Offerings for Veterinary, Animal Health Learners

March 12, 2024 / General News

The Online Programs and Extension unit of the College of Veterinary Medicine continues to expand online continuing education opportunities for veterinarians, veterinary technicians, and others looking to expand their knowledge. The courses are self-paced and…
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Improving Diagnosis of Blood Clotting Disorders in Horses 

March 06, 2024 / Practitioner Updates

Normal blood clotting and clot breakdown are essential for organ and tissue function and for healing from injuries. Though somewhat less frequent in horses than in small animals, disorders of coagulation (inadequate or excessive coagula­tion)…
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Pharmacist’s Corner: Common DEA Violations—and How to Avoid Them

March 06, 2024 / Practitioner Updates

Incomplete/Inferior Recordkeeping Lack of Security Failing to Prevent Drug Theft/Diversion Reporting of Unresolved Discrepancies and Significant Losses DEA Registration and Licensing Issues Prescribing Outside the Scope of Practice Failing to Maintain Required Documents Failing to…
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