CVM News

February 2016

Feb 3, 2016

Auburn Large Animal Teaching Hospital Accepting UGA’s Equine Patients

In response to the closure of the University of Georgia Large Animal Teaching Hospital due to quarantine for equine herpesvirus-1 (EHV-1) exposure, the J. T. Vaughan Large Animal Teaching Hospital at Auburn University College of Veterinary Medicine is accepting referral cases from veterinarians and clients needing care for their horses. The University of Georgia is […]

January 2016

Jan 30, 2016

Class of 2017 Receive White Coats in College Ceremony

Students in their third year of professional education at the College of Veterinary Medicine received their White Coats in a ceremony on Saturday, Jan. 30. For the 120-member Class of 2017, the ceremony acknowledges a point of transition from classroom study to clinical work. To watch the recorded program, click here. To view more photographs, […]

Jan 29, 2016

Oncology Service Offering Clinical Trial for Osteosarcoma

The Oncology Service of the Bailey Small Animal Teaching Hospital at Auburn University’s College of Veterinary Medicine is offering a clinical trial to treat osteosarcoma in dogs. The trial involves the administration of the drug Rapamycin, which has shown success in halting the spread of cancer. This clinical trial is part of a multi-institutional effort […]

Jan 21, 2016

Dog with Degenerative Disease Continues to Inspire

A 12-year-old Boxer suffering from a progressive spinal cord disease is on his feet thanks to the dedication of his owners and the physical rehabilitation he is receiving at Auburn University’s College of Veterinary Medicine Teaching Hospital. Last April, Bailey was referred to the Wilford and Kate Bailey Small Animal Teaching Hospital after months of […]

Jan 15, 2016

Nominations Being Accepted for Bailey Distinguished Alumnus Awards; Young Achiever Awards

Nominations are open for two awards given to Auburn University College of Veterinary Medicine alumni that recognize early career success and lifetime achievement. The Wilford S. Bailey Distinguished Alumni Award is given each year to alumni in recognition of their outstanding achievements to the veterinary profession. The recipients are to be honored in May during […]

Jan 12, 2016

9th Annual Boshell Research Day Feb. 26 Showcases Diabetes Research

The 9th Annual Boshell Research Day, which showcases research in the fields of diabetes and metabolic disease research, will be held on Friday, Feb. 26, at The Hotel at Auburn University and Dixon Conference Center. The conference brings together experts in the fields of diabetes and metabolic disease research to present current topics related to […]

Jan 8, 2016

Emergency and Critical Care Service Earns Level I Certification

The Emergency and Critical Care Service in the Wilford and Kate Bailey Small Animal Teaching Hospital at the Auburn University College of Veterinary Medicine has earned a Level I rating by the Veterinary Emergency and Critical Care Society, the highest rating that can be awarded to a veterinary emergency and critical care facility. It is […]

Jan 6, 2016

Bartlett Ranch Puts CVM Students in Real Field Environment

When someone mentions ranch, it conjures up images of the West. That is only if you are unfamiliar with Dr. H.B. “Woody” Bartlett ’64. Dr. Bartlett, owns Bartlett Ranch, comprised of three properties located in Alabama, Texas and Wyoming, totaling almost 90,000 acres. His original Flying “B” Ranch in Pike Road, just east of Montgomery, was […]

December 2015

Dec 15, 2015

Human Pacemaker Giving Older Dogs like Joe a New ‘Leash’ on Life

Older dogs with slowing hearts are getting a new ‘leash’ on life at Auburn University College of Veterinary Medicine, where advanced technology and new treatment protocols have created an emerging cardiology program. Dr. SeungWoo Jung, assistant professor and clinician in the Cardiology Services of the Wilford and Kate Bailey Small Animal Teaching Hospital, recently placed […]

Dec 9, 2015

Coleman Recipient of Leischuck Endowed Presidential Award for Teaching Excellence

Elaine Coleman, an associate professor in Auburn University’s College of Veterinary Medicine, is one of two recipients of the Gerald and Emily Leischuck Endowed Presidential Award for Teaching Excellence. Dr. Jeffrey Katz, Alumni Professor in the Department of Psychology in the College of Liberal Arts, is the other recipient of this prestigious award. Dr. Katz’s […]