What initially sparked your interest in wildlife medicine? I’m not sure if I can really pinpoint one thing that sparked my interest. As my parents can attest, I’ve loved animals for as long as I… Read More >
It is with great sadness that we share the news of the passing of our beloved resident ambassador Eastern Screech Owl, Derby. Derby came to the Wildlife Medical Clinic as an adult in 2015 from… Read More >
This year the Wildlife Medical Clinic celebrates its 40th anniversary! To celebrate, we want to take you on a virtual tour of our new clinic space led by our very own Dr. Reich. We were… Read More >
I was a freshman at the University of Illinois studying Animal Sciences when I first saw the Wildlife Ambassadors. I was sitting in a lecture hall for a Pre-Vet Club meeting on a Tuesday evening… Read More >
We have some exciting news to share! Our wildlife ambassador animals will be getting a new home in the summer of 2019. This enclosure will not only be designed for the individual needs of… Read More >
The Wildlife Medical Clinic is happy to welcome our newest doctor to the team, Dr. Samantha Sander! Dr. Sander completed her veterinary training at the University of Illinois College of Veterinary Medicine in 2010. In… Read More >
At the beginning of each school year, applications open for undergraduate and veterinary students to become care team members for our patients. We are so excited about the large turnout we received this year! Almost 120… Read More >
The Wildlife Medical Clinic has two veterinary students employed as clinic managers (in addition to the over 100 student volunteers). These vet students oversee the clinic daily, stay on campus over vacations and breaks to… Read More >
On Wednesday, May 9th, the Wildlife Medical Clinic held an event to celebrate moving to into their new permanent clinic space. This event was open to all staff and students who wanted to attend and raise… Read More >
Barred Owl: from head trauma to flight An adult barred owl was brought to the Wildlife Medical Clinic on a cold February day. Volunteers quickly appreciated classic signs of head trauma: dazed look, inappropriate reaction… Read More >
