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Paralyzed chihuahua walks again after rare tumor surgery , articleWhen Bessie arrived at the Veterinary Teaching Hospital, surgeons didn't expect her to walk again. Within 24 hours of surgery, she could feel her toes.
Date: Jan 07, 2026 - -
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Titanium implants help dog walk again after spinal trauma , articleAt the Veterinary Teaching Hospital, a neurosurgical team's coordinated approach to treating severe spinal injuries enabled Scout to walk after a car accident left him paralyzed.
Date: Dec 16, 2025 - -
Video ItemEngineering Explained: Neural implants , video
Can Alzheimer’s be reversed? What are fiber-based implants and how are they made? How could understanding the brain’s neural engineering shape our future? Xiaoting Jia, a professor in the Bradley Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering at Virginia Tech, develops fiber-based neural implants that could help scientists better understand the brain’s circuitry. From exploring the potential to restore memory to advancing treatments for Alzheimer’s, epilepsy, and Parkinson’s disease, her work pushes the boundaries of engineering and human health through advanced manufacturing and interdisciplinary collaboration. Want to learn more? Visit here: https://ece.vt.edu/people/profile/jiax.html
Date: Nov 17, 2025 - -
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National design team tackles space challenges at Veterinary Teaching Hospital , articleThe project will address the Small Animal Teaching Hospital's 1980s infrastructure that strains to meet modern veterinary medicine demands. The hospital serves 18,000 patients annually while training the next generation of veterinarians.
Date: Nov 13, 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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Surgeon joins veterinary college faculty and elite joint replacement fellowship as teaching hospital advances specialized care , articleClair Park will be entering one of only seven veterinary joint replacement fellowships in the United States.
Date: Aug 18, 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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Collaborative approach to veterinary neurology at Virginia Tech spurs groundbreaking research, compassionate care , articleThe neurology team's mission at the Veterinary Teaching Hospital is threefold: research, clinical service, and education of the next generation of veterinary professionals.
Date: Dec 10, 2024 - -
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Veterinary Teaching Hospital honors Staff Members of the Year , articleThey and their colleagues provide expertise and support to clinicians, residents, and students in caring for animal patients and human clients.
Date: Dec 05, 2024 - -
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Veterinary Teaching Hospital teams work together on dog's medical mystery , articleTwo masses were removed from the German shorthaired pointer's chest, but clinicians still needed to learn what they had removed.
Date: Dec 03, 2024 - -
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New faculty member Go Togawa embraces challenges of veterinary neurology research , article“My goal is not only to train residents and treat patients but also to identify clinical problems that need further investigation,” Go Togawa said.
Date: Oct 20, 2024 - -
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Veterinary Teaching Hospital saves towel-eating donkey and her ailing mother , articleHarper is back to her old self after undergoing surgery to remove a small towel from her intestines. She made a full recovery as did her mother Daisy, who was treated for intestinal inflammation.
Date: Sep 23, 2024 - -
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Veterinary Teaching Hospital care helps puppy ‘run like the wind’ , articleSharon Harrell noticed something off about her puppy's gait, but after Veterinary Teaching Hospital care, Miryam is now participating in dog sports.
Date: Sep 11, 2024 - -
Video ItemVeterinary Teaching Hospital care helps puppy ‘run like the wind’ , video
A young border collie-papillon named Miryam, once struggling with hind limb incoordination due to a rare spinal condition, is making a remarkable recovery after undergoing specialized surgery at the Virginia Tech Veterinary Teaching Hospital. Thanks to the expertise of the neurology team and a successful procedure, Miryam is not only regaining her strength and coordination but is also back to enjoying her favorite activities, including flyball and agility.
Date: Aug 30, 2024 - -
Video ItemThe making of a veterinarian , video
The recently graduated Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) Class of 2024 reflects on the grueling yet rewarding path that molded them into veterinarians. What began as an exciting, if daunting, first day of classes (during the COVID-19 pandemic) turned into a profound four-year transformation.
Date: Jun 24, 2024 - -
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Loki's Leap: The Golden Retriever who overcame the odds with groundbreaking care , articleIn a display of remarkable innovation, expertise, and heartfelt care, a team at the veterinary college recently embarked on a lengthy and involved surgery or procedure to improve the life of Loki, a cherished 1-year-old golden retriever.
Date: Mar 28, 2024 - -
Video ItemVTCSOM Match Day 2024 , video
Another year of 100% Match! The class of 2024 opened their envelopes and learned where they were going to spend the next 3-7 years of their training! Congrats!
Date: Mar 15, 2024 - -
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Faculty Spotlight: Erin Phoenix '11, DVM '17 , articleErin Phoenix, a VMCVM alum and faculty member who is excited for the opportunity to grow and support future veterinarians to give back to her profession and alma mater.
Date: Feb 09, 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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Accomplished alum guides veterinary students in surgical techniques , articleVirginia-Maryland College of Veterinary Medicine alumnus Justin Ganjei, an accomplished veterinary surgeon in Maryland, offers his expertise to help today’s veterinary students learn proper surgery techniques.
Date: Jan 25, 2024 -
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