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VMCVM Faculty Spotlight: Jessica Gilbertie , articleJessica Gilbertie is a passionate faculty member dedicated to mentoring veterinary students as they grow into confident doctors. Inspired by Marie Curie, she leads groundbreaking antimicrobial research while finding joy in cooking, reading, and spending time with her rescue Greyhound, Dolly. Her advice: embrace your journey, seek support, and enjoy every step toward your goals.
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Study maps key stages of immune response to deadly fungal infection , articleKirsten Nielsen's latest research as part of the Center for One Health Research reveals a precise timeline of immune responses that could reshape treatment strategies.
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John Robertson honored with emeritus status , articleA member of the Virginia Tech community for more than 34 years, Robertson made significant contributions to alleviate human and animal suffering through his work developing novel medical tests and biomedical devices
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Kevin Pelzer honored with emeritus status , articleThrough extensive research and clinical service in Production Management Medicine at the Veterinary Teaching Hospital, Kevin Pelzer significantly improved the health and welfare of animals under his care and impacted the careers of many future veterinarians.
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VMCVM Student Spotlight: Marissa Vincent , articleMarissa Vincent, DVM Class of 2025 (Mixed Animal) from Columbia, Maryland, is passionate about hands-on labs and expanding veterinary care. A former Division I soccer player, she draws inspiration from her family and enjoys relaxing with her cat, Lily.
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William Swecker honored with emeritus status , articleWilliam Swecker devoted his career to advancing animal well-being by providing specialized care in Production Management Medicine, nutritional support services and as Director of the Veterinary Teaching Hospital.
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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.
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Production Management Medicine team treats animals in rural and urban settings , articleThe mobile veterinary team from Virginia Tech helps care for animals, including some who help care for humans at a Roanoke Valley clinic.
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Virginia Tech public health alumna fills critical role in disease outbreak response , articleJanuary is One Health Awareness Month, and Sydney Spivey explains how education and experience in that concept helps her organize the response to mpox and Marburg.
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VMCVM Alumni Spotlight: Shannon Stanek , articleShannon Stanek '93, DVM '97, owner of Exton Vet Clinic, is a brain cancer survivor passionate about mentorship, community service, and lifelong learning. She lives with her family and pets, including Indy, her melanoma-detecting German shepherd, and strives to make a difference through veterinary medicine and kindness.
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Veterinary alumnus puts wellness first in hospital support , articleReed Hall, owner of two Northern Virginia animal hospitals, is giving $250,000 toward the expansion of the Veterinary Teaching Hospital.
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VMCVM Staff Spotlight: Carmen McBride , articleCarmen McBride, a licensed veterinary technician in anesthesia at VMCVM since 2017, loves working with diverse species and supportive coworkers. She finds joy in students' "lightbulb moments" and memorable cases like an alpaca C-section. At home, she enjoys time with her son, pets, and chickens, and dreams of traveling the world.
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Virginia Tech student explores promising treatment avenue for lupus , articleWith support from a new National Institutes of Health Ruth L. Kirschstein National Research Service Award F30 award, Oakland is exploring an approach that uses DNA-like molecules that imitate bacterial DNA and have the potential to possibly ease lupus symptoms.
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New Virginia Tech cancer researcher seeks to understand and predict deadly tumor metastasis , articleShenglin Mei, the newest principal investigator of the Fralin Biomedical Research Institute Cancer Research Center in Washington, D.C., applies computational biology, genetics, and immunology to study cancer’s spread away from the primary tumor.
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Class of 2024: Ava Gardner blends athletic drive with public health vision , articleA competitive climber for 15 years, including two years on the University of Colorado Boulder team, Gardner's athletic background has shaped her interest in both sports medicine and community health.
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Experts available: Silver, gold or a lump of coal, history of wreaths, budgeting, and more , articleThe Virginia Tech media relations office has the following experts available for interviews this week on a variety of holiday-related topics. To schedule an interview, please contact mediarelations@vt.edu.
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Alumna volunteers veterinary expertise to help underserved communities , articleLindsey Buracker works through the Banfield Foundation and its charitable partners to bring free or low-cost veterinary care to the pets of Navajo Nation.
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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.
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Virginia Tech to honor 3,100 graduates at fall commencement , articleThe University Commencement ceremony will begin at 10:30 a.m. ET. The Graduate School ceremony will follow at 2:30 p.m. ET. Both events will be available via livestream video from the university homepage for those unable to attend in person.
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Class of 2024: Ashtyn Dunn’s path to vet school is rooted in family, agriculture, and a passion for animals , articleWith help from scholarships, Dunn was able to study abroad, perform veterinary research, and be a highly involved student.
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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.
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Keeping the peace: A guide for happy pets and houseguests over the holidays , articleHouseguests might bring you holiday cheer, but pets may need help adjusting to changes in routine.
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The 12 tips of pet safety: A holiday guide , articleWhile you might know about the dangers of chocolate and poinsettias for pets, several lesser-known hazards can turn festive celebrations into unexpected veterinary visits. Mark D. Freeman, a veterinarian with the Virginia-Maryland College of Veterinary Medicine at Virginia Tech, has 12 tips to help pet owners avoid emergency visits this holiday season.
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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.
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VMCVM Faculty Spotlight: Fawzy Elnady , articleFawzy Elnady, excels in teaching anatomy innovatively and is passionate about education and animal welfare. He draws inspiration from his veterinarian wife, Asmaa. In his free time, he enjoys their cats, Tama and Yarni, and hopes to visit Makkah for pilgrimage.
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