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VMCVM Staff Spotlight: Sharon Peart , articleMeet Sharon Peart, a lifelong horse enthusiast who joined the Equine Medical Center in 2004 after moving from the United Kingdom. In her multifaceted role supporting the EMC director, she combines her love for horses with skills in writing, photography, and outreach. Passionate about equine careers and Thoroughbred rehoming, Sharon ends her day feeding her two beloved horses, Wellington and Domino, alongside her rescue dog, Flint.
Date: Apr 23, 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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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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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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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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Competitive horse recovering from impale injury after treatment at Equine Medical Center , articleDuring a freak accident while out on a trail ride, Patrick, an 8-year-old roan gelding impaled his chest on a metal T-post.
Date: Oct 23, 2024 - -
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Miniature donkey foal Noah makes a surprise appearance , articleNoah was admitted to the Equine Medical Center for evaluation of suspected failure of transfer of passive immunity and blunt neck soft tissue trauma.
Date: Sep 25, 2024 - -
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Rough start in life sends 6-month-old Belgian cross colt to Virginia Tech equine hospital for emergency treatment , articleAlfie was presented to the Marion duPont Scott Equine Medical Center in February for emergency treatment of respiratory distress and general ill thrift. By summer, he was happily running through his home pasture with a new mule friend.
Date: Aug 28, 2024 - -
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Equine Medical Center resident travels path from Brazil to a highly prized career in equine surgery and sports medicine , articleThe inspiring journey of Bruno Malacarne exemplifies the multinational workforce of the Equine Medical Center and Virginia Tech.
Date: Aug 20, 2024 - -
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Veterinary college's Distinguished Alumni Awards honor graduates from three decades , articleMatthew Iager DVM ’96, Sara Waltz Johnston DVM ’16, and Michael Erskine DVM ’88 received awards.
Date: Aug 09, 2024 - -
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Showcasing excellence: Open House at the Marion duPont Scott Equine Medical Center focuses on equine sports medicine , articleThe EMC Open House highlighted the Jane and Stephen Hale Equine Performance Evaluation Center, the Youngkin Equine Soundness Clinic, and the Paul Goodness Podiatry Clinic, which collectively serve as the Center’s Sports Medicine Complex. Visitors learned about treatments and therapies available at the EMC to ensure that equine athletes and trail companions perform at their absolute best.
Date: Jul 10, 2024 - -
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Generous bequest will provide future support for emergency foal care and research , articleWhen Gena Clifton began to ponder her legacy, she thought immediately of the Marion duPont Scott Equine Medical Center (EMC). After much discussion and thought about her legacy and the future needs of EMC, Clifton decided on a bequest to support emergency and critical care of foals and supportive research at the EMC.
Date: May 09, 2024 - -
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Round-the-clock care helps thoroughbred give birth to rambunctious colt , articleAs foaling became imminent for an 18-year-old thoroughbred named Miss Ocean City, clinicians stayed for several nights at the Marion duPont Scott Equine Medical Center to ensure they would be present for the birth.
Date: Apr 16, 2024 - -
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New equine performance center impresses as it begins serving horse community , articleThe indoor arena with three surfaces enhances Virginia Tech's ability to serve regional equine professionals and enthusiasts at the Marion duPont Scott Equine Medical Center.
Date: Apr 10, 2024 -
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