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From death sentence to Olympic competition, the 'harebrained idea' that's saving horses , articleHow Jessica Gilbertie's breakthrough is revolutionizing treatment for medicine's most stubborn infections.
Date: Oct 27, 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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New equine emergency veterinarian there to take that phone call every horse owner dreads , articleRobert McCarthy has joined the veterinarian college as the second member of the region's first dedicated equine emergency team.
Date: Oct 21, 2025 - -
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The therapeutic farrier returns to teach , articleNew Chief of Farrier Services brings decade of therapeutic farriery expertise and collaborative approach back to veterinary college to expand student training and regional outreach.
Date: Oct 20, 2025 - -
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When every minute matters: a horse owner's guide to colic recognition and prevention , articleMari, a thoroughbred mare, experienced a sudden colic episode that underscores the lifesaving importance of quick recognition, preventive care, and strong veterinary partnerships for horse owners.
Date: Oct 01, 2025 - -
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A horse's story shines light on sun safety , articleFast-growing lumps on the eyelid of 16-year-old American paint horse Rowdy proved to be squamous cell carcinoma, a common type of skin cancer in horses.
Date: Sep 04, 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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New emergency veterinarian brings 24/7 equine care to Southwest Virginia horse owners , articleCarla Enriquez fills a gap in emergency care available to horses as veterinary college expands proven model at its Leesburg hospital to Blacksburg campus.
Date: Aug 13, 2025 - -
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This cardiac technology gives Virginia horse owners answers , articleA specialized cardiac testing called exercising electrocardiography, purchased through philanthropy at the new arena in Virginia Tech's equine center at Leesburg, enables clinicians to more precisely diagnose heart problems in horses.
Date: Aug 06, 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 - -
Video ItemIndoor arena helps clinician solve mysterious lameness in competitive horse , video
Eventing rider Kristen Parris could feel that something was wrong with the cantering of her horse Miles, but she knew where to bring him for answers, enhanced by a state-of-the-art, philanthropy-supported indoor arena facility.
Date: Jul 08, 2025 - -
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Equine medical center's indoor arena helps clinician diagnose lameness in competitive horse , articleKristen Parris could feel that something was wrong with the cantering of her horse Miles, but she knew where to bring him for answers, enhanced by a state-of-the-art, philanthropy-supported indoor arena facility.
Date: Jul 07, 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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VMCVM Pet Spotlight: Kasey , articleMeet Kasey (WH Dream Kaset+/), a 25-year-old Arabian horse and retired show champ. He shares his life with Maggie Meikle, director of major gifts at the veterinary college, and has spent years traveling, competing, and perfecting the art of the dramatic pre-dressage limp. Now, Kasey enjoys a well-earned retirement filled with naps, treats, and just enough mischief to keep things interesting.
Date: Jun 16, 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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Victoria Protasenko brings specialized farriery expertise to Virginia Tech , articleProtasenko combines ancient metalworking techniques with cutting-edge biomechanical science to keep horses sound and performing at their best.
Date: Jun 09, 2025 - -
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VMCVM Staff Spotlight: Raleigh Brookshier , articleMeet Raleigh Brookshier, a dedicated large animal technician at VMCVM since 2020. She thrives in emergencies, loves mentoring students, and lives by the motto “Never forget why you started.” Outside work, she enjoys photography, baking, and time with her cat, Digit, and horse, Demi.
Date: May 23, 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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