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Managing Equine Wounds

Mon, Apr 20, 2020

Horses are remarkably adept at injuring themselves, even in the safest environments possible. A bit of knowledge and preparation can help horse owners handle these seemingly inevitable wounds. Always consider the wound’s location and severity, degree of lameness caused and initial first aid steps with any injury.

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Remembering Dr. Margaret Clark

Fri, Apr 17, 2020

On April 19, 1995, the Alfred P. Murrah Federal Building in Oklahoma City was bombed killing 168 people, injuring hundreds more, and changing the lives of even more. One of those lives changed was that of Rosslyn Biggs, DVM, beef cattle extension specialist and director of continuing education at Oklahoma State University College of Veterinary Medicine. She lost her mother in the bombing – Margaret “Peggy” Clark, DVM. Clark earned her DVM degree from Oklahoma State University in 1978. Biggs followed in her mother’s footsteps and earned her DVM degree from OSU in 2004.

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Dr. Rosemarie Strong: 2020 Oklahoma Veterinarian of the Year

Tue, Apr 14, 2020

Dr. Rosemarie Strong was named the 2020 Oklahoma Veterinarian of the Year

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OSU veterinarians give baby llama new life

Fri, Apr 10, 2020

A tiny baby llama born during the COVID-19 pandemic is looking forward to a bright future, thanks to emergency help from Oklahoma State University’s College of Veterinary Medicine.

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Treating Animals During COVID-19

Mon, Apr 06, 2020

Oklahoma State University’s College of Veterinary Medicine, like everyone else across America, is changing how it functions during the COVID-19 pandemic. Specifically, the OSU Veterinary Medical Hospital has changed its protocols on treating pets and livestock. While the hospital is available 24/7 for emergency care, it is not currently accepting routine appointments.

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OSU lab on Stillwater campus to assist state with COVID-19 test analysis

Fri, Mar 27, 2020

Oklahoma State University is helping Oklahoma ramp up its COVID-19 testing capability after procuring supplies sufficient to analyze approximately 10,000 COVID-19 test samples being taken by health care professionals across the state.

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Frealy Receives Inaugural David A. Schoneweis Scholarship

Thu, Mar 19, 2020

Karissa Frealy, a second-year veterinary student at Oklahoma State University College of Veterinary Medicine, received the Inaugural David A. Schoneweis Scholarship during the American Association of Swine Veterinarians Annual Meeting.

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OSU strives for innovation in health

Mon, Mar 16, 2020

Oklahoma State University’s College of Veterinary Medicine strives for innovation in both animal and human health, serving education, research and extension efforts.

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Determining the Soundness of a Breeding Bull

Wed, Mar 04, 2020

If you're in the market for a bull this spring, you've got a lot to think about. There are many production considerations including calving ease, calf growth potential and the improving genetic traits in the herd. You want to get the most for your money on this big investment.

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Vet Med Faces of Research: Dr. Reed Holyoak

Tue, Mar 03, 2020

Reed Holyoak, DVM, Ph.D., DACT, Bullock Professor of equine theriogenology at Oklahoma State University College of Veterinary Medicine, epitomizes the mission of a land grant university. He teaches the next generation of veterinarians, he provides theriogenology or animal reproduction services to clients, and he conducts research to move the profession of veterinary medicine forward. While being a clinical researcher can be challenging, Dr. Holyoak finds the dynamic process a lot of fun.

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Shaping Veterinary Medicine through Collaboration

Mon, Mar 02, 2020

Oklahoma State University’s Veterinary Medical Teaching Hospital is a special place where collaboration leads to fulfillment of our mission each and every day. That mission: Shape the future through discovery, education and unparalleled veterinary care.

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Two Receive Nomination for National Research Award

Wed, Feb 19, 2020

Two veterinarians from the Oklahoma State University College of Veterinary Medicine were recently selected by the Nu Chapter of Phi Zeta at Oklahoma State University to compete in the National Phi Zeta Manuscript Award Competition. Congratulations to Ruth Scimeca, DVM, MSc, Ph.D., and Jenna Young, DVM, on being recognized for their respective research.

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