to UW-Madison School of Veterinary Medicine (SVM) Alumni

Welcome to the UW School of Veterinary Medicine’s alumni e-newsletter: your source for news and updates about your alma mater.

In this issue:
What’s New at the School
Alumni Updates
News You Can Use
Faculty & Staff News
Awards & Honors
UW Veterinary Care Updates
Clinical Trials
Continuing Education Opportunities

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SVM Hires New Senior Administrators
The SVM is pleased to welcome two new senior administrators to the fold. Kristi Thorson MA’97 has accepted the position of associate dean for advancement and administration. Although she leaves her former role as director of external relations, she will continue to work closely with alumni. A new associate director for development will be hired this month to take on some of her previous responsibilities.

On February 11, Edward Rodriguez will join the school as associate dean and chief financial officer. Ed comes to the SVM from UW-Milwaukee, where he has 22 years of experience in business, finance, and administration. His primary duties will involve developing budget and funding strategies for the school and teaching hospital.

“I know that Kristi and Ed will be outstanding additions to our efforts on behalf of the school and hospital, and will help us lead veterinary medicine in its educational, research, service, and clinical goals,” says Dean Mark D. Markel.

Newsletters Available Online
The latest issues of On Call and the Dr. Leland Allenstein Dairy Teaching Herd newsletter are available online. Be sure to check them out for the latest news from the school, the hospital, and the herd.

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Frisbie Named Director-at-Large for AAEP Board
Congratulations to David Frisbie DVM’92, a professor of clinical sciences at Colorado State University (CSU). He was named to the American Association of Equine Practitioners’ board of directors as a director-at-large. Frisbie also works as a practicing partner at Equine Sports Medicine and as a senior scientist at CSU’s Orthopedic Research Center.

Upcoming Alumni Receptions
Be sure to mark your calendars for these alumni receptions. They’re just around the corner.

The North American Veterinary Conference alumni reception will be held on January 20 from 7 to 9 p.m. at the Orlando World Center Marriott (Washington Room) in Orlando, Florida.

The Western Veterinary Conference alumni reception will be held on February 18 from 7:30 to 9:30 p.m. (location TBD) in Las Vegas, Nevada.

Dean Markel is hoping to see you all at these receptions. If you are interested in attending, please contact Kristi Thorson at kvthorson@vetmed.wisc.edu or (608) 265-9692.

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New Center to Diagnose, Treat, and Study Oral and Maxillofacial Disease
Staffed by board-certified specialists in veterinary diagnostic pathology, veterinary oncology, and veterinary dentistry and oral surgery, the newly formed Center for Comparative Oral and Maxillofacial Pathology (CCOMP) serves simultaneously as a diagnostic oral and maxillofacial laboratory and clinical consultation service for veterinarians.

CCOMP will review and interpret hard or soft tissue biopsy samples submitted by veterinarians through a broad range of services. To complement tissue evaluations, a board-certified dentist or medical oncologist from CCOMP will offer expert consultation for complete patient management, including information on treatment options, prognosis, and follow-up care. In addition to its clinical services, CCOMP will serve as a central repository for the collection of oral and maxillofacial pathology specimens.

You can learn more about the center on the SVM news page or at the CCOMP website. The CCOMP staff also can be reached at ccomp@vetmed.wisc.edu; (608) 262-5432, extension 1228; or (608) 890-3988.

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From Penguins to Hyenas: Zoological Medicine and Special Species at the SVM
The SVM has one of only 22 accredited zoological medicine residency programs in the world, preparing students to treat exotic pets, zoo animals, and sick and injured wildlife. And students get plenty of practice at UW Veterinary Care’s (UWVC) Special Species Health Service as well.

Both were featured recently in an article and video released by UW-Madison’s University Communications office. You can also view a photo slideshow of UWVC’s clinicians caring for an African penguin. Several faculty, residents, and students are featured throughout.

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Buss Receives Distinguished Service to Agriculture Award
The Wisconsin Farm Bureau Federation presented our former dean, Daryl D. Buss MS’74, PhD’75, with the Distinguished Service to Agriculture award during the organization’s 93rd annual meeting in Wisconsin Dells on December 2. The award is given to an individual for outstanding contributions to the success of Wisconsin’s agricultural industry. Read more.

Young Earns ASVCP Educator Award
Karen Young, a clinical professor of clinical pathology at the SVM, has received the 2012 Educator Award from the American Society for Veterinary Clinical Pathology (ASVCP) for her outstanding contributions to the education of future veterinarians and pathologists. Read more.

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UWVC Acquires Dynamic Endoscope for Equines
UW Veterinary Care continues to lead the way in veterinary medicine with specialized treatments and diagnostic tools. The teaching hospital recently acquired a relatively new type of technology called a dynamic endoscope — a tiny camera that’s inserted into a horse’s throat through its nose to evaluate how well the airways are functioning.

This tool, which fits inside the horse’s bridle and saddle pad and transmits readings to a remote tablet, can be used while a horse is moving or being ridden without interference. This is important because the majority of functional problems in equine upper airways occur only during exercise. A dynamic endoscope is extremely useful for diagnosing laryngeal hemiplegia, often called “roaring,” and dorsal displacement of the soft palate.

UW Veterinary Care has the only dynamic endoscope in the state of Wisconsin. Learn more about the technology on the SVM news page or at www.endoscopy.com.

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Labrador Retrievers Needed for Study of Non-contact Cruciate Rupture
UW Veterinary Care’s Orthopaedic Service is looking for purebred Labrador Retrievers that are eight years old or older, with no history of cruciate rupture, as well as purebred Labradors of any age that are affected with cruciate rupture. Pedigree information must be available for this study. Study dogs must not be closely related to other study dogs. If a dog qualifies for entry into the study, researchers will obtain a blood sample and standing radiographs of both stifle joints, and the owner will complete a short questionnaire pertaining to the lifestyle of his or her dog.

There are no costs associated with this assessment. Enrolled dogs will receive a free clinical examination and radiographic assessment. Participation in this study will contribute to the development of a genetic test for non-contact cruciate rupture.

For more information, visit the UWVC website or contact any of the following: Lauren Baker iwicki@wisc.edu, Susannah Sample samples@vetmed.wisc.edu, or Gerianne Holzman holzmang@vetmed.wisc.edu.