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Virginia Tech-developed H-FIRE treatment now offered at Equine Medical Center , articleThe Marion duPont Scott Equine Medical Center in Leesburg now offers H-FIRE, a revolutionary non-thermal tumor ablation procedure originally developed through Virginia Tech’s collaboration between veterinary medicine and engineering.
Date: Jan 29, 2026 -
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Yoga ball guides a warmblood foal's first steps , articleFollow the extraordinary journey of Squirt, a fragile foal born two weeks premature and facing life-threatening complications from her first moments. Through her owner's dedication, the expertise of the Equine Medical Center’s neonatal team, and innovative interventions, Squirt overcame her challenging start in life.
Date: Dec 05, 2025 -
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Dental surgery helps retired draft horse King breathe easy again , articleOnce a breeding stallion, now a beloved rescue ambassador, King faced a painful sinus infection that required complex dental surgery. Thanks to expert care at the Equine Medical Center, this gentle giant is once again greeting fans and enjoying retirement with his partner, Ada.
Date: Nov 19, 2025 -
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Oldenburg mare beats the odds after scary neurologic diagnosis , articleBelle’s recovery is the result of a dedicated owner, a first response veterinarian, a team of specialists at the Marion duPont Scott Equine Medical Center, and aftercare at a rehabilitation facility.
Date: Oct 23, 2025 -
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Elsa Ludwig joins the Equine Medical Center faculty team as a clinical assistant professor of equine surgery , articleEquine surgeon brings extensive expertise in soft tissue surgery, emergency and critical care, and advanced dental and sinus surgery to the elite surgical team at Virginia Tech's equine hospital in Leesburg.
Date: Aug 19, 2025 -
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Orphaned foal, mourning mare brought together with help of a Virginia Tech equine clinician , articleThanks to the thoughtfulness of two breeders, the insight of a dedicated veterinarian, and the nurturing instincts of a remarkable mare, a tragic beginning was rewritten into a story of resilience, connection, and a new bright future for a special foal.
Date: Aug 04, 2025 -
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Quarter horse Kody gains some golden years through care of Equine Medical Center at Leesburg , articleKody was found to have a dangerous heart rhythm, leading to his hospital admission for emergency care and several years of follow-up monitoring and treatment.
Date: Jul 17, 2025 -
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A life-changing gallop through the Okavango Delta in Botswana for a Virginia Tech equine clinician , articleWhen your day job involves providing lifesaving treatment to horses, it's only fitting that your dream vacation puts you right back in the saddle, but this time, galloping across open plains far away from home alongside zebras and giraffes.
Date: Jul 01, 2025 -
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Imported gelding shines on the Eventing circuit after life-saving colic surgery at Virginia Tech equine hospital , articleToday, Big Joe is not just a testament to the power of expert veterinary care, he is a symbol of resilience.
Date: Jun 26, 2025 -
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Tiny hooves, big dreams, a filly foal by American Pharaoh is born , articleThe greatly anticipated arrival of a foal by American Pharaoh was tempered by mare Philanthropic's checkered foaling history, but much to the owners' delight, the chestnut filly foal was born with minimal drama!
Date: Jun 11, 2025 -
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Imported Dutch warmblood horse bounces back from severe neurologic disease with help of Virginia Tech equine veterinary center , articleStanley’s amazing recovery from life-threatening equine herpesvirus highlights the work of a team of dedicated individuals with differing skill sets in full support of each other.
Date: May 22, 2025 -
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Two women honored with emeritus status on Advisory Council of Equine Medical Center , articleIn recognition of their leadership, advocacy, and years of dedicated service, Shelley Duke and Cindy Ingram were honored with emeritus status on the Marion duPont Scott Equine Medical Center Advisory Council.
Date: May 05, 2025 -
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40 years and counting, thousands of horses, one mission – and every dollar matters , articleThe Marion duPont Scott Equine Medical Center has continued to evolve, driven by advancements in diagnostic techniques, technology, and facilities all supported by financial gifts.
Date: Apr 08, 2025 -
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Flight nurse volunteers to aid sick foals at Marion duPont Scott Equine Medical Center , articleMelody Meehan, one of more than 100 volunteers for this year's foaling season, sees parallels between her human health care job and veterinary volunteer work.
Date: Mar 26, 2025 -
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Aspiring double Hokie embarks on a unique veterinary career with the U.S. Army , articleZach Kirkpatrick will receive training after getting his DVM degree to become a commissioned officer in the Army Veterinary Corps.
Date: Mar 04, 2025 -
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Irish warmblood horse recovers from colic after surgical intervention at Virginia Tech equine hospital , articleCooley, found unable to stand, was treated successfully at the Marion duPont Scott Equine Medical Center in Leesburg.
Date: Feb 21, 2025 -
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EMC laboratory supervisor retires after 40 years in the saddle , articleKaren Ingerson is retiring after dedicating 40 years of service to supporting faculty and staff in caring for and treating equine patients at the Marion duPont Scott Equine Medical Center.
Date: Jan 08, 2025 -
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Two 'golden girls' from Virginia Beach make their way to Leesburg for treatment at Equine Medical Center , articleKathy Buhrer has hit the road to the Marion duPont Scott Equine Medical Center (EMC) twice this year with her 29- and 21-year-old horses.
Date: Dec 13, 2024 -
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Emergency and critical care team proves successful in its first year for equine medical center , articleLast year, the Marion duPont Scott Equine Medical Center introduced a dedicated emergency and critical care team to complement the existing medicine, surgery, and sports medicine teams.
Date: Dec 12, 2024 -
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Celebrating 40 years of advanced equine emergency and elective care , articleOn October 14, 1984, the late Virginia Senator John William Warner III formally dedicated the Marion duPont Scott Equine Medical Center (EMC).
Date: Nov 20, 2024 -
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Pregnant draft horse pulls through colic with help of Equine Medical Center , articleJewel, a 5-year-old spotted draft mare, was successfully treated by the Marion duPont Scott Equine Medical Center for colic when she was six months pregnant.
Date: Nov 11, 2024 -
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Competitive horse recovering from impale injury after treatment at Equine Medical Center , articleDuring a freak accident while out on a trail ride, Patrick, an 8-year-old roan gelding impaled his chest on a metal T-post.
Date: Oct 23, 2024 -
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Miniature donkey foal Noah makes a surprise appearance , articleNoah was admitted to the Equine Medical Center for evaluation of suspected failure of transfer of passive immunity and blunt neck soft tissue trauma.
Date: Sep 25, 2024 -
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Rough start in life sends 6-month-old Belgian cross colt to Virginia Tech equine hospital for emergency treatment , articleAlfie was presented to the Marion duPont Scott Equine Medical Center in February for emergency treatment of respiratory distress and general ill thrift. By summer, he was happily running through his home pasture with a new mule friend.
Date: Aug 28, 2024 -
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Equine Medical Center resident travels path from Brazil to a highly prized career in equine surgery and sports medicine , articleThe inspiring journey of Bruno Malacarne exemplifies the multinational workforce of the Equine Medical Center and Virginia Tech.
Date: Aug 20, 2024 -
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Showcasing excellence: Open House at the Marion duPont Scott Equine Medical Center focuses on equine sports medicine , articleThe EMC Open House highlighted the Jane and Stephen Hale Equine Performance Evaluation Center, the Youngkin Equine Soundness Clinic, and the Paul Goodness Podiatry Clinic, which collectively serve as the Center’s Sports Medicine Complex. Visitors learned about treatments and therapies available at the EMC to ensure that equine athletes and trail companions perform at their absolute best.
Date: Jul 10, 2024 -
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Generous bequest will provide future support for emergency foal care and research , articleWhen Gena Clifton began to ponder her legacy, she thought immediately of the Marion duPont Scott Equine Medical Center (EMC). After much discussion and thought about her legacy and the future needs of EMC, Clifton decided on a bequest to support emergency and critical care of foals and supportive research at the EMC.
Date: May 09, 2024 -
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Round-the-clock care helps thoroughbred give birth to rambunctious colt , articleAs foaling became imminent for an 18-year-old thoroughbred named Miss Ocean City, clinicians stayed for several nights at the Marion duPont Scott Equine Medical Center to ensure they would be present for the birth.
Date: Apr 16, 2024 -
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Chance meeting changes life trajectory toward fulfilling career in equine veterinary medicine , articleJennifer Barrett traveled an unusual path to land her dream job at the Marion duPont Scott Equine Medical Center (EMC), a job that combines her three passions in life: clinical service, research, and teaching.
Date: Feb 08, 2024 -
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Equine Sports medicine specialist complements comprehensive sports medicine facilities now in place at the Marion duPont Scott Equine Medical Center , articleGustavo Zanotto joined the Marion duPont Scott Equine Medical Center (EMC) on January 10 as a clinical assistant professor of equine sports medicine and lameness.
Date: Jan 17, 2024 -
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Board certification in emergency and critical care is clinician’s pathway to dream job , articleEmily Schaefer is a clinical assistant professor of equine emergency and critical care after becoming board certified by the American College of Veterinary Emergency and Critical Care.
Date: Jan 08, 2024 -
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Two by two: Six feral foals recover under care of equine hospital clinicians and staff , articleTreating a sick foal is a challenge in itself but when they arrive one after the other in quick succession and are completely unhandled feral foals it adds a whole different level of complexity! Six weanling foals were transported to the Marion duPont Scott Equine Medical Center (EMC) for emergency evaluation and treatment after being purchased at an auction by Colby’s Crew Rescue, based in Keswick, Virginia.
Date: Dec 13, 2023 -
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Hard-luck horse Kit in recovery after complex orthopedic surgery at Equine Medical Center and long rehabilitation , articleKit, a once perfectly sound horse owned by Michael Hillman, faced a dramatic turn of events when he became severely lame after a day in the field. Rushed to the Marion duPont Scott Equine Medical Center in Leesburg, Virginia, Kit underwent complex orthopedic surgery and an extensive 50-day rehabilitation journey. Despite the challenges, Kit is now on the path to recovery and expected to return to his home pastures later this month, thanks to the dedication of his caregivers and the success of his treatment, including pastern joint fusion and stem cell therapy.
Date: Sep 15, 2023 -
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Race against time: Saving the life of a newborn foal after complicated ‘red bag delivery’ , articleLacey Assets, an 18-year-old broodmare with a first-time bout of placentitis, and her newborn foal were admitted to the Marion duPont Scott Equine Medical Center, a teaching hospital of the Virginia-Maryland College of Veterinary Medicine, in Leesburg, Virginia, for emergency care.
Date: Jun 30, 2023 -
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Sustaining emergency and critical care services through an equine veterinary crisis , articleTo support emergency services and as well as the work-life balance of its clinicians, the the Marion duPont Scott Equine Medical Center will add a dedicated emergency and critical care team.
Date: Apr 26, 2023 -
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Veterinary college joins national effort to address emergency and critical equine care services , articleThe combination of older veterinarians leaving the field, current equine veterinarians leaving for better pay and work-life balance, and fewer numbers of veterinary students choosing equine as their elective field of specialty has seriously affected the availability of primary and emergency care for horses throughout the United States and beyond.
Date: Mar 28, 2023