Department of Clinical Sciences

Welcome to the Department of Clinical Sciences (DCS) at Auburn University’s College of Veterinary Medicine. Our department is proud to be home to over 70 dedicated faculty members who are deeply engaged in teaching, research, and clinical service. We operate within Auburn’s only full-service teaching hospitals — including the Vaughan Large Animal Teaching Hospital, Bailey Small Animal Teaching Hospital, the AU Veterinary Clinic, and Auburn Veterinary Specialists in Gulf Shores — where our faculty provide exceptional care to animals while educating future veterinarians.

Each year, our faculty teach and mentor more than 500 students in the Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) professional program, as well as over 65 graduate students in residency and internship programs. Their efforts are supported by more than 200 skilled staff members who help ensure the success of our academic and clinical missions.

Our teaching commitment is substantial, with an average faculty teaching full-time equivalent (FTE) of 74 percent. Much of this instruction occurs “cage or stall side,” where students learn through direct application, analysis, and evaluation of veterinary care in real-world settings. This hands-on approach not only enhances learning but also serves the pets, horses, and livestock of Alabama and surrounding regions.

In addition to our clinical and educational roles, our faculty contribute to broader academic initiatives, including co-directing Auburn’s new undergraduate program in Public and One Health. We are accountable to a diverse community — students, animal owners, referring veterinarians, alumni, colleagues, and the public — and we embrace the responsibility of preparing the next generation of veterinarians to lead in discovery and innovation across animal, human, and environmental health.

Our department is committed to student success and continuous improvement through an innovative curriculum and ongoing faculty development. Thank you for visiting our website — we invite you to explore more about our programs, people, and impact.

Warm regards,

Dr. Anne Wooldridge
Head and Professor, Department of Clinical Sciences

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