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VMCVM Staff Spotlight: Robyn Fox , articleMeet Robyn Fox, and LVT and clinical research coordinator. Robyn started at VMCVM in 2003 and has worked in six different departments since then. She is compassionate about end-of-life care: "Every moment matters and the human animal bond lasts until their last breath and beyond. " Robyn has two cats, two dogs, four chickens, and an 8-year-old son who says he is part cat.
Date: Apr 17, 2026 - -
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Beloved pet cat in clinical remission from cancer with new radiation application, Petco Love support , articleVirginia Tech’s Animal Cancer Care and Research Center in Roanoke applied a treatment shown to have good results on dogs to a cat much loved by his dedicated caretaker.
Date: Mar 31, 2026 - -
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Veterinary college well represented at 2026 Virginia Veterinary Conference awards , articleFive of six awards presented at the annual Virginia Veterinary Medical Association's annual awards ceremony in Roanoke went to faculty, staff, and alumni of the Virginia-Maryland College of Veterinary Medicine.
Date: Feb 25, 2026 - -
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Grief therapy dog gets love, top-notch treatment in battle with cancer , articleRagnar, the ambassador of Oakey's Funeral Service, has made a turnaround as he continues to fight cancer with the help of the Animal Cancer Care and Research Center..
Date: Jan 28, 2026 - -
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Four life-saving interactions, one dog, and a gift to advance cancer research , articleA Beirne Carter Foundation gift will support groundbreaking histotripsy research, a noninvasive ultrasound technology being developed in dogs first to help both animals and people fight cancer more effectively.
Date: Jan 14, 2026 - -
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Vegemite returns to being a championship 'Iron Dog’ after melanoma is removed by surgery , articleA North Carolina dog trainer is seeking continued care for the miniature American shepherd at the Animal Cancer Care and Research Center in Roanoke.
Date: Nov 04, 2025 - -
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New hospitalist focuses on improving quality of life for pets in cancer treatment , articleJonel Nightingale DVM '12 becomes intimately familiar with every pet treated at the Animal Cancer Care and Research Center beyond just a cancer diagnosis.
Date: Nov 03, 2025 - -
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Terrier named Tater rocks remission , articleThe 4-year-old dog needed two rounds of chemotherapy, supported by the Animal Cancer Care and Research Center and a Petco Love donation.
Date: Oct 06, 2025 - -
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Beatrix Manning named chief medical officer at Animal Cancer Care and Research Center , articleManning returns to Virginia Tech after working in primary practice and as a lead veterinary radiation oncologist at the Comprehensive Cancer Care Center at VCA West Coast in California. She brings a vision to grow the Roanoke center into one of the best on the East Coast.
Date: Sep 16, 2025 - -
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VMCVM Pet Spotlight: Ruby-Mae , articleMeet Ruby-Mae, a 4-year-old Red Golden Retriever and proud princess of her home. She’s sweet, silly, and a little scared of things like wind and new mops. Her human, MaLora Bush, works at the Animal Cancer Care and Research Center, and Ruby-Mae is her heart dog through and through. She lives for snuggles, veggies, and bedtime sink drinks — and spreads love with every tail wag.
Date: Sep 15, 2025 - -
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Clinical trial at Virginia Tech provides dog with comfort and innovative treatment that could help other pets with cancer , articleRather than pursuing aggressive surgical intervention, the dog's owner learned about a clinical trial at the Virginia-Maryland College of Veterinary Medicine.
Date: May 20, 2025 - -
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Pet iguana successfully treated for cancer at Virginia Tech animal cancer center , articleWhen their well-trained 6-foot iguana developed cancer, the Smiths turned to cutting-edge treatment at the veterinary college's Roanoke hospital.
Date: Apr 25, 2025 - -
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Big dog, even bigger mission , articleFrida, a cane corso, lived a joyous life that was extended by treatment at the Animal Cancer Care and Research Center that may help other dogs and people live longer, fuller lives.
Date: Apr 14, 2025 - -
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VMCVM Staff Spotlight: Kelsay Bratton , articleKelsay Bratton, LVT, is the Lead Oncology Technician at the Animal Cancer Care and Research Center. A cancer survivor, she’s passionate about finding a cure and loves helping young doctors build confidence. Outside work, she enjoys sewing, watching '90s TV with her family, and caring for her pets: a beagle, Lana, and three cats, Sasha, Selina, and Gwen.
Date: Jan 24, 2025 - -
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VMCVM Faculty Spotlight: Rebecca Persons , articleRebecca Persons DVM '20, a faculty member since 2020, finds joy in mentoring students and witnessing their growth, especially in clinical settings. She is passionate about palliative care, ensuring pets experience comfort and dignity in their final moments. Inspired by her mentor Jenny Marin, Rebecca also values self-care and wellness within the veterinary field. At home, she enjoys cooking adventurous meals and spending time with her husband and beloved pets.
Date: Nov 25, 2024 - -
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Q&A: Researchers focus on innovative treatments for brain tumors in dogs , articleNovember is National Pet Cancer Awareness Month. With over 6 million pets diagnosed with cancer every year, Virginia Tech’s work in pet cancer research represents a critical step toward more humane and effective care.
Date: Nov 11, 2024 - -
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Toshitsugu Ishihara brings a global perspective to the veterinary college anesthesiology team , articleAs the newest faculty member of anesthesiology, in the Department of Small Animal Clinical Sciences, Toshitsugu Ishihara brings a decade of clinical experience from Japan and a passion for advancing animal care to the Virginia-Maryland College of Veterinary Medicine at Virginia Tech.
Date: Sep 11, 2024 - -
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Veterinary college's summer program opens doors for aspiring researchers , articleThe 10-week internship through the Multicultural Academic Opportunities Program gave students hands-on research experience and insight into graduate school.
Date: Aug 13, 2024 - -
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Dog's journey at Animal Cancer Care and Research Center inspires owners, clinical professionals , articleA dog named Joe's journey at the Animal Cancer Care and Research Center in Roanoke, from a serendipitous adoption to an inspiring battle with cancer, showcases the resilience, compassion, and transformative power of advanced veterinary care.
Date: Jul 03, 2024 - -
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Ilektra Athanasiadi finds rewards in using radiation therapy to treat pets with cancer , articleAs a radiation oncologist, Athanasiadi is a core part of the Animal Cancer Care and Research Center, one of the Virginia-Maryland College of Veterinary Medicine’s three hospitals.
Date: Jun 05, 2024 -
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