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VMCVM Pet Spotlight: Kasey , articleMeet Kasey (WH Dream Kaset+/), a 25-year-old Arabian horse and retired show champ. He shares his life with Maggie Meikle, director of major gifts at the veterinary college, and has spent years traveling, competing, and perfecting the art of the dramatic pre-dressage limp. Now, Kasey enjoys a well-earned retirement filled with naps, treats, and just enough mischief to keep things interesting.
Date: Jun 16, 2025 - -
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Tiny hooves, big dreams, a filly foal by American Pharaoh is born , articleThe greatly anticipated arrival of a foal by American Pharaoh was tempered by mare Philanthropic's checkered foaling history, but much to the owners' delight, the chestnut filly foal was born with minimal drama!
Date: Jun 11, 2025 - -
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Victoria Protasenko brings specialized farriery expertise to Virginia Tech , articleProtasenko combines ancient metalworking techniques with cutting-edge biomechanical science to keep horses sound and performing at their best.
Date: Jun 09, 2025 - -
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VMCVM Staff Spotlight: Raleigh Brookshier , articleMeet Raleigh Brookshier, a dedicated large animal technician at VMCVM since 2020. She thrives in emergencies, loves mentoring students, and lives by the motto “Never forget why you started.” Outside work, she enjoys photography, baking, and time with her cat, Digit, and horse, Demi.
Date: May 23, 2025 - -
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Imported Dutch warmblood horse bounces back from severe neurologic disease with help of Virginia Tech equine veterinary center , articleStanley’s amazing recovery from life-threatening equine herpesvirus highlights the work of a team of dedicated individuals with differing skill sets in full support of each other.
Date: May 22, 2025 - -
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Two women honored with emeritus status on Advisory Council of Equine Medical Center , articleIn recognition of their leadership, advocacy, and years of dedicated service, Shelley Duke and Cindy Ingram were honored with emeritus status on the Marion duPont Scott Equine Medical Center Advisory Council.
Date: May 05, 2025 - -
Video ItemVirginia Tech Helmet Lab updates their ratings for equestrian helmets , video
The rating system update stems from recommendations by the Federation Equestre Internationale (FEI) to test for more impacts that include a wider range of equestrian events.
Date: Apr 28, 2025 - -
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40 years and counting, thousands of horses, one mission – and every dollar matters , articleThe Marion duPont Scott Equine Medical Center has continued to evolve, driven by advancements in diagnostic techniques, technology, and facilities all supported by financial gifts.
Date: Apr 08, 2025 - -
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Flight nurse volunteers to aid sick foals at Marion duPont Scott Equine Medical Center , articleMelody Meehan, one of more than 100 volunteers for this year's foaling season, sees parallels between her human health care job and veterinary volunteer work.
Date: Mar 26, 2025 - -
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Gift from animal advocates Karen Waldron and Shawn Ricci ‘transformational’ for Veterinary Teaching Hospital , articleThe $4 million gift will lift emergency care to another level for both horses and small pets at the hospital.
Date: Mar 05, 2025 - -
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Aspiring double Hokie embarks on a unique veterinary career with the U.S. Army , articleZach Kirkpatrick will receive training after getting his DVM degree to become a commissioned officer in the Army Veterinary Corps.
Date: Mar 04, 2025 - -
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Hall of fame farrier Travis Burns takes on dual role as veterinary hospital administrator , articleBurns, an influential figure in the horseshoeing industry, will turn most of his work time toward helping run the Veterinary Teaching Hospital.
Date: Mar 03, 2025 - -
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Irish warmblood horse recovers from colic after surgical intervention at Virginia Tech equine hospital , articleCooley, found unable to stand, was treated successfully at the Marion duPont Scott Equine Medical Center in Leesburg.
Date: Feb 21, 2025 - -
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EMC laboratory supervisor retires after 40 years in the saddle , articleKaren Ingerson is retiring after dedicating 40 years of service to supporting faculty and staff in caring for and treating equine patients at the Marion duPont Scott Equine Medical Center.
Date: Jan 08, 2025 - -
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Two 'golden girls' from Virginia Beach make their way to Leesburg for treatment at Equine Medical Center , articleKathy Buhrer has hit the road to the Marion duPont Scott Equine Medical Center (EMC) twice this year with her 29- and 21-year-old horses.
Date: Dec 13, 2024 - -
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Emergency and critical care team proves successful in its first year for equine medical center , articleLast year, the Marion duPont Scott Equine Medical Center introduced a dedicated emergency and critical care team to complement the existing medicine, surgery, and sports medicine teams.
Date: Dec 12, 2024 - -
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VMCVM Student Spotlight: Esther Vergel , articleEsther Vergel, DVM Class of 2027 (Equine), discovered her passion for veterinary medicine in childhood, inspired by her horse Sully and her love for animals. She values VMCVM’s supportive community and looks forward to advancing equine care while promoting mental health in the field. Esther enjoys time with her rescue dog, Amaya, and dreams of traveling to Greece someday.
Date: Dec 02, 2024 - -
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Celebrating 40 years of advanced equine emergency and elective care , articleOn October 14, 1984, the late Virginia Senator John William Warner III formally dedicated the Marion duPont Scott Equine Medical Center (EMC).
Date: Nov 20, 2024 - -
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VMCVM Student Spotlight: Cecelia Ivey , articleCecelia Ivey, a DVM student in the Class of 2025 focusing on equine medicine, draws inspiration from her mother, a veterinarian, and her lifelong love of animals and horses. She is passionate about advancing her skills in equine care, cherishing time with her horse, Risky, and embracing the flexibility of her future career.
Date: Nov 13, 2024 - -
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Pregnant draft horse pulls through colic with help of Equine Medical Center , articleJewel, a 5-year-old spotted draft mare, was successfully treated by the Marion duPont Scott Equine Medical Center for colic when she was six months pregnant.
Date: Nov 11, 2024 -
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