Faculty & Staff
Successful Conference Offers Education, Recognition, and Reunions
December 4, 2018
The 2018 Purdue Veterinary Conference attracted more than 1,000 attendees, with veterinary professionals traveling from across the country to attend the continuing education program September 18-22 on Purdue University’s West Lafayette campus.
David Van Sickle Musculoskeletal Days Spotlights Most Common Orthopedic Condition in Humans and Animals
November 30, 2018
The Purdue University College of Veterinary Medicine hosted the first David Van Sickle Musculoskeletal Days Friday and Saturday, November 9-10. The continuing education conference brought together veterinary and human medicine experts to address the topic of osteoarthritis, which is the most common orthopedic condition among both people and animals.
PVM Welcomes New Instructional Technologist
November 30, 2018
Courtney Waxman, CVT, VTS (ECC) joined the PVM staff as instructional technologist for the Veterinary Nursing Distance Learning Program effective October 1.
New PVM Chief Development Officer Named
November 30, 2018
Tanya Finkbiner has been appointed as the new chief development officer for the Purdue University College of Veterinary Medicine, effective November 26. She succeeds Chad Rohlfs who was honored earlier this month at a farewell reception.
Successful Symposium Focuses on Medicine of Mammalian and Avian Species
November 2, 2018
The Purdue University College of Veterinary Medicine hosted a highly successful Medicine of Mammalian and Avian Species Symposium Friday and Saturday, October 27-28. Previously called the Pet Bird Symposium, the program attracted nearly 90 registrants.
PVM Recognizes Amalia de Gortari upon Her Retirement
November 2, 2018
The Purdue Veterinary Medicine family came together Monday, October 29, to honor Amalia de Gortari, MVZ on the occasion of her retirement as oncology and radiation oncology technician supervisor in the Veterinary Teaching Hospital.
PVM Professor Collaborates on Research Team Developing Alternative Treatment for MRSA Infections
October 26, 2018
Dr. Mohamed Seleem, professor of microbiology in Purdue Veterinary Medicine’s Department of Comparative Pathobiology, is part of a research team that is testing whether a light-active version of heme, the molecule responsible for transporting oxygen in blood circulation, may help people infected with MRSA.
PVM Family Program Series to “Focus” on Tiny Cameras Used for Surgery
October 26, 2018
The second PVM Family Program Series presentation of the fall semester features Dr. Micha Simons, clinical assistant professor of small animal surgery.
Every Day Star Award Program Recognizes VTH Employees for Hard Work and Compassionate Care
October 26, 2018
With the Every Day Star Award Program, Purdue Veterinary Medicine faculty and staff have a new way to recognize Veterinary Teaching Hospital employees for a job well done.
PVM “Flips” for Veterinary Nurses during Appreciation Week
October 19, 2018
Purdue Veterinary Medicine celebrated Veterinary Nursing Appreciation Week with a variety of activities this week (October 14-20), including the ever-popular annual pancake breakfast served by the Veterinary Nursing Program staff.
