Veterinary Medical Center

Join Dr. Allison Masters, a member of the Cardiology Service at the Veterinary Medical Center, for a free educational webinar on March 27 from 6–7 p.m. central time. The talk will discuss how to recognize signs of heart disease in dogs and cats as well as recommendations for early detection, treatment, and prevention of heart disease in our pets. Click here to register: z.umn.edu/aapb ??

“I see veterinary school like I have seen other challenges in life, I just push forward. I cannot quit,” Cynthia Gilabert says. “I try different tactics to overcome challenges, but I do not quit.” A Maltese puppy inspires Gilabert to pivot from her finance career to veterinary medicine. She’s now a second-year student at the College of Veterinary Medicine. z.umn.edu/aalo #umnCVM #UMNproud

Join us for a free informational webinar at 6:00 p.m. (CT) on March 10 that dives into the UMN Animal Cancer Care program’s Lymphoma Risk Assessment (LyRA) study. z.umn.edu/a9ni Lymphoma is one of the most common cancers diagnosed in dogs. Researchers of the ACCR and Research program are testing new methods of identifying dogs at a higher risk of developing lymphoma. In so doing, the team’s goal is to also develop interventions that will reduce such risk and delay, or ideally prevent the disease from happening altogether. ??

Does your dog have non-Hodgkin lymphoma? The University of Minnesota Clinical Investigation Center (CIC) has a new experimental treatment for dogs with aggressive lymphomas (LSA; B or T cell), called "ORBIT." Check out the eligibility requirements to see if your dog can participate in the trial. z.umn.edu/a8tz ??

Our VMC Pulse Spotlight features Ashley Stephens! She is a Veterinary Technician Assistant on the float team and especially loves working in the VMC’s rehabilitation service. Ashley joined the VMC in September of 2023 because she wanted to gain experience and thought that a teaching hospital would be a great place to do it! Thank you, Ashley! ?? z.umn.edu/a84i

Meet our very own Megan Anderson, a veterinary technician assistant on the float team! Before joining the VMC team in October 2023, Megan worked in human medicine for 15 years. Megan decided to make a career change after the pandemic and found a position at the VMC. “I loved the idea of having the opportunity to learn in various departments and to work among talented colleagues,” Megan says. #VMCProud z.umn.edu/a84b

To our wonderful pet caregivers and their beloved pets—you are absolutely purrrfect! We’re giving you a round of a-paws today for all the love you’ve shown us, and we’re barking it from the wooftops! At the Veterinary Medical Center (VMC), there is always an abundance of pawsitive energy, fur-tastic moments, and tail-wagging love between pets and their families, our dedicated caregivers and their patients, and in the generosity of supporters like you. Celebrate Valentine’s Day this year by sharing a photo of your animal and telling us why it holds a special place in your heart! ??

REMINDER ???? The next Animal Health Education Series (AHES) is next Wednesday, Feb. 19 from 6-7 p.m. central time! It's called, "Clinical Trials for Pets: Pursuing Additional Pathways to Care and Busting Myths Along the Way". Sign up before Sunday, Feb. 16 at 7 a.m. to attend! ?? z.umn.edu/a71u

Help congratulate Paul Weinand, our fabulous large animal internal medicine technician, on being awarded the MAVT (Minnesota Association of Veterinary Technicians) Technician of the Year award! Paul has been with the UMN Large Animal team for over 23 years and brings exceptional patient care, teaching and advanced technical skills to his job every day. We are so thankful for all of the years of hard work and dedicated service Paul has given to countless clients, patients, doctors and staff. We are so proud of you Paul! ??

Mark your calendars for the next Animal Health Education Series (AHES) titled, "Clinical Trials for Pets: Pursuing Additional Pathways to Care and Busting Myths Along the Way," led by Caitlin Feiock! It will take place on Wednesday, Feb. 19 from 6-7 p.m. central time. Make sure to sign up before Sunday, Feb. 16 at 7 a.m. to attend! ??? z.umn.edu/a5cv