Texas A&M’s Teaching Hospital Receives Emergency, Critical Care Certification
The Texas A&M Veterinary Medical Teaching Hospital (VMTH) has received certification from the Veterinary Emergency and Critical Care Society (VECCS) recognizing the VMTH as one of the most advanced emergency and critical care facilities in the country. VECCS certification identifies hospitals that meet and exceed the minimum standards and guidelines. The goal is to raise […]
Dr. Susan Eades Brings Wealth of Experience As Large Animal Hospital Leader
When Dr. Susan Eades, professor and head of the Large Animal Clinical Sciences Department at the Texas A&M College of Veterinary Medicine & Biomedical Sciences (CVM), enrolled in engineering classes at Louisiana State University (LSU) in the 1970s, her family of engineers thought she was destined to take on the family profession. However, Eades had […]
Texas A&M Vet Students ‘Practice’ Innovation in Fourth-Year Clinical Rotation
Texas A&M College of Veterinary Medicine & Biomedical Sciences (CVM) veterinary students Michael George and Aurash Behroozi are taking advantage of the innovative technologies and learning opportunities presented to them in the areas of radiology and opthalmology while on their fourth-year clinical rotations at the Veterinary Medical Teaching Hospital (VMTH). Probing Around When George started […]
Dr. Ashley Saunders Adds New Dimension to Cardiology Prep, Training
Anyone who has ever seen an ultrasound knows how difficult the images can be to interpret. Many soon-to-be parents have squinted at an ultrasound of their unborn child, asking the doctor, “What is it? That there?” This situation is also a reality for many veterinary students. When students learn to interpret images of an ultrasound […]
Texas A&M Veterinary Hospital Implements New Client-Communication App
For many, pets are significant members of the family, so when our furry friends are in need of serious medical attention, the treatment process can be stressful. Now, Texas A&M University’s Veterinary Medical Teaching Hospital (VMTH) is working to make that process a bit “EASE-ier” with the introduction of a new mobile application that will […]
Texas A&M’s College of Veterinary Medicine & Biomedical Sciences Names Bo Connell As Assistant Dean of Hospital Operations of the Veterinary Medical Teaching Hospital
COLLEGE STATION, Texas – Mark Bomon “Bo” Connell has been selected as the assistant dean of hospital operations at the Veterinary Medical Teaching Hospital (VMTH) at the Texas A&M College of Veterinary Medicine & Biomedical Sciences (CVM). In assistant dean, Bo Connell will serve on the CVM’s Executive Committee, chair the VMTH Hospital Board, and […]
A Boy and His Horse: The Large Animal Hospital helps restore a special bond
It is often said that dogs are man’s best friends, but sometimes a horse can be a boy’s best friend. Throughout history, humans and their horses have shared a unique bond. Drawn to their overwhelming power and mystique, they continue to be an integral part of our lives. Ten-year-old Kaden Ramirez and his horse, George, […]
National Veterinary Technician Week
October 14-18 marks this year’s National Veterinary Technician Week (NVTW), a celebration the United States Congress declared 21 years ago to be celebrated during the third week of October. This year’s theme for NVTW is “Your Trusted Partner in Lifelong Care”. Veterinary technicians often work behind the scenes, throughout animal clinics and hospitals, providing nursing […]
“Miracle Foal” Survives Traumatic Brain Injury
COLLEGE STATION, TX -After a month of surgeries and careful treatment, Reno, a three month old Quarter Horse/Welsh Pony colt, is going home. On June 19th, Reno was brought to the Texas A&M College of Veterinary Medicine & Biomedical Sciences (CVM) Veterinary Medical Teaching Hospital (VMTH) after he sustained blunt force trauma to the head, […]
From Belize to College Station to Save Jack
It was hope and personal sacrifice that led to a successful recovery for Jack Penland, a six-year-old yellow Labrador, during his seven week stay at the Texas A&M College of Veterinary Medicine & Biomedical Sciences’ (CVM) Veterinary Medical Teaching Hospital (VMTH). Mary and Doug Penland, Jack’s owners, traveled the almost 2000 mile trek from Belize […]
