August 22, 2025
The Purdue University College of Veterinary Medicine has named an alumna and longtime Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT), who also holds a PharmD degree and serves on the college’s faculty, as the new assistant dean for the Purdue Veterinary Technology Program. Dr. Melinda (Mindy) Anderson, clinical associate professor of basic medical sciences, was appointed to the position effective August 1.
August 22, 2025
This week a heart-felt Paws Up goes to Ellie Davidson, a veterinary nurse in Intermediate Care at the Purdue University Veterinary Hospital.
August 22, 2025
From rescue to recovery, Lani’s journey shows the power of expert, compassionate care. Thanks to the Purdue University Veterinary Hospital, this once-injured pup is now thriving as the newest member of the Richardson family farm.
August 15, 2025
This week, we are celebrating the Purdue University Small Animal Hospital Reception team as a truly stellar group of helpers!
August 15, 2025
They’re known as “Death Cap Mushrooms” and for good reason – Dr. Steve Hooser, Purdue Veterinary Medicine professor of toxicology and senior veterinary toxicologist at the Indiana Animal Disease Diagnostic Laboratory, says they can be fatal for dogs. Dr. Hooser says the mushrooms, scientifically known as Amanita spp., have appeared in yards and fields across central Indiana.
August 15, 2025
It was 2023 when Sam Elomar, of Hobart, Indiana, brought his six-year-old cat Oliver to the Purdue University Veterinary Hospital for care that he now believes saved Oliver’s life. In appreciation, Sam chose to give back by making a gift to the hospital, sharing his gratitude in a meaningful way that reflects the care, compassion, and expertise he and Oliver received at Purdue.
August 15, 2025
The 2025 Purdue Veterinary Conference will bring together 73 expert speakers across 19 specialized tracks ranging from canine and feline hematology, to small animal oncology, to farm animal care, when it is held September 16-20 on Purdue University’s West Lafayette campus. Of special note is a pair of talks that will be given Thursday, September 18 by two Purdue legends in veterinary clinical pathology — Dr. Dennis DeNicola and Dr. Fred Metzger — who will deliver back-to-back sessions that have the potential to transform the way attendees approach veterinary diagnostics.
August 15, 2025
The 2025 edition of the Indiana State Fair in Indianapolis brought surprise recognition for the Purdue University College of Veterinary Medicine’s Dean and Hospital CEO, Dr. Bret Marsh this week. Dr. Marsh was on stage at the State Fair’s Pioneer Village Opry House for a program on Wednesday, August 13, thinking he had been invited to share brief remarks. His understanding of the situation changed quickly, though, when he realized he was not there to give a presentation, but instead to receive special recognition.
August 1, 2025
Veterinary students from Purdue University and the University of Illinois who opted to dedicate their summer to gaining hands-on experience in scientific discovery convened at Lynn Hall recently for an intense one day symposium. The 13th Annual Joint Symposium of Purdue University and University of Illinois Veterinary Scholars was held at Lynn Hall June 25.
August 1, 2025
Today we are sharing our appreciation for Grace Craig, who is an administrative assistant in the Office of Engagement.
