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Purdue Veterinary Technology Program Ranked #1

February 23, 2018

The Purdue University College of Veterinary Medicine’s Veterinary Technology Program has been ranked #1 in the nation in a listing of the Top 50 Veterinary Technician Programs for 2018 published by TheBestColleges.org.  The website says to determine the best veterinary technology programs, they looked at the factors important to prospective students, especially common predictors of future success and a school’s commitment to online programs.


4th Annual Veterinary Technician Symposium to be held March 25

February 23, 2018

The Purdue University College of Veterinary Medicine’s 2018 Veterinary Technician Symposium will take place Sunday, March 25 in Lynn Hall, and the deadline for discounted early registration is approaching.


Year of the Dog Shines Light on Man’s Best Friend

February 23, 2018

The spotlight is on man’s best friend as the start of the Lunar New Year ushers in the Year of the Dog.  Our furry friends don’t ask for much. Some food, shelter, a little outside time and some friendly pets on the head can be enough to make them happy.  But Purdue University Veterinary Teaching Hospital (VTH) would like pet owners to know about some of the lesser known treatments offered at the hospital that can be just as beneficial.


Surgical Equipment Donation Enhances Learning for Purdue Veterinary Students

February 16, 2018

Thanks to a connection between Purdue Veterinary Medicine’s Veterinary Teaching Hospital (VTH) and an orthopedic surgeon at Logansport Memorial Hospital in Logansport, Ind., third-year Purdue veterinary students now have more opportunities to learn first-hand about using electrosurgical equipment in surgery.


Texas Pet Owners Travel to Purdue Seeking Shockwave Therapy

February 16, 2018

When “Honey” came to the Small Animal Hospital at the Purdue University Veterinary Teaching Hospital for treatment of a large kidney stone, her owners were relieved to find a minimally invasive treatment option for their pet.


Annual PVM Horseman’s Forum Reins in 175 Attendees

February 16, 2018

This year’s annual Purdue Veterinary Medicine Horseman’s Forum held on Saturday, February 10, attracted 175 attendees to Lynn Hall, including both youth and adult horse owners and enthusiasts.


PVM involved in Human-Animal Bond Lecture at VMX

February 16, 2018

One of the popular sessions at last week’s Veterinary Meeting and Expo (VMX) held by the North American Veterinary Community (NAVC) in Orlando was the Human-Animal Bond lecture presented by Dr. Rebecca Johnson and sponsored by Purdue Veterinary Medicine and Elanco.


PVM Alumni Gather at Reception in Orlando

February 16, 2018

The Purdue University College of Veterinary Medicine hosted a reception for alumni at NAVC’s 2018 Veterinary Meeting and Expo (VMX) Tuesday, February 6.


Purdue Veterinary Teaching Hospital Ranked Number 1 in Referring Veterinarian Survey

February 15, 2018

The Purdue University College of Veterinary Medicine’s Veterinary Teaching Hospital scored the highest benchmark rating compared to 26 participating companion animal veterinary teaching hospitals across North America, according to the most recent CalPro Research Referring Veterinarian Survey.


PVM Faculty and Staff Challenge Students in Purdue SAVMA Basketball Contest

February 15, 2018

The Super Bowl wasn’t the only epic sporting event held Sunday, February 4. That also was the day for the Purdue SAVMA Basketball Contest pitting faculty and staff against students. The event was held at the France A. Córdova Recreational Sports Center (Co-Rec).