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LSU School of Veterinary Medicine Mission: Improve and protect the lives of animals and people through education, medicine & research.

Is your dog newly diagnosed with diabetes? Join a groundbreaking clinical trial at LSU Vet Med! We're seeking dogs recen...
24/07/2025

Is your dog newly diagnosed with diabetes? Join a groundbreaking clinical trial at LSU Vet Med! We're seeking dogs recently diagnosed with diabetes mellitus to test a potential longer-lasting insulin option—and help advance veterinary care.

"This study gives you the opportunity to help us test this treatment option—while also covering most of the costs of managing your dog's diabetes for 6 months!"
— Dr. Patty Lathan, Professor of Small Animal Internal Medicine

📞 Call to enroll: 225 578 9919
🔗 Learn more: https://www.lsu.edu/vetmed/veterinary_hospital/clinical_trials.php

We welcomed high school students from across Louisiana (and a few other states) who are attending the Fundamentals of An...
23/07/2025

We welcomed high school students from across Louisiana (and a few other states) who are attending the Fundamentals of Anatomy Academic Summer Camp. While touring our hospital, neurologist Dr. Colleen Embersics discussed some cases.

Looking for a top-notch dog daycare? LSU Vet Med’s Dog Daycare offers safe, fun, and personalized care for your pup. Whe...
22/07/2025

Looking for a top-notch dog daycare? LSU Vet Med’s Dog Daycare offers safe, fun, and personalized care for your pup. Whether you need a one-time stay or a regular plan, we’ve got you covered! https://crm.pawfinity.com/lsudogdaycare//

From Baton Rouge to communities across Louisiana, LSU Vet Med is on the road — bringing care, expertise, and outreach di...
21/07/2025

From Baton Rouge to communities across Louisiana, LSU Vet Med is on the road — bringing care, expertise, and outreach directly to our state.

Our team, in partnership with Petco Love and local animal health organizations, is proud to support animal and human health through vaccination clinics, wellness events, and hands-on education.

Next stop: Lutcher, LA — Join us for a free cat and dog vaccine clinic on Saturday, July 26! Because healthy pets mean healthier communities.

Dean Oliver Garden welcomed alumni and friends to our American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA) Alumni Reception....
19/07/2025

Dean Oliver Garden welcomed alumni and friends to our American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA) Alumni Reception. It’s a joy to share our progress and plans with our alumni as we move our tremendous school forward. Geaux Tigers!

Providing leadership in the veterinary profession: Many of our LSU Vet Med all-stars will be presenting this week at the...
18/07/2025

Providing leadership in the veterinary profession: Many of our LSU Vet Med all-stars will be presenting this week at the American Veterinary Medical Association Annual Convention in Washington D.C.. brings together thousands of veterinarians nationwide for five days of education and hands-on training with the best and the brightest in veterinary medicine.

16/07/2025

Meet Ashley Benjamin, a dedicated veterinary technician who is a vital part of LSU Vet Med's Small Animal Internal Medicine Service. Veterinary technicians are key to the care we deliver—supporting clinicians, comforting patients, and helping clients feel heard and valued. Their skill and compassion enhance every aspect of our hospital.

Thinking about a career as a veterinary technician? At LSU Vet Med, veterinary technicians enjoy diverse career opportunities, excellent benefits, and a workplace culture built on animal care, education, and long-term professional development.

Watch Ashley’s story to see the difference veterinary technicians make every day.

Congratulations to Dr. Sheri Speede, Class of 1985, on World Chimpanzee Day. She has made it her life's work to provide ...
14/07/2025

Congratulations to Dr. Sheri Speede, Class of 1985, on World Chimpanzee Day. She has made it her life's work to provide care and sanctuary to orphaned chimpanzees in Africa.
Read the UPROAR story:
https://www.lsu.edu/vetmed/blog/2025/speede.php

We’re proud to announce the promotion of Dr. Mariano Carossino to associate professor with tenure, effective July 1, 202...
11/07/2025

We’re proud to announce the promotion of Dr. Mariano Carossino to associate professor with tenure, effective July 1, 2025. Dr. Carossino is a veterinary pathologist and a diplomate of the American College of Veterinary Pathologists and the American College of Veterinary Microbiologists.

Dr. Carossino’s dedication to education, research, and service exemplifies the impact our faculty make every day in advancing animal and human health.

Please join us in congratulating Dr. Carossino on this well-earned promotion!

We’re proud to announce the promotion of Dr. M. Ryan Smith to associate professor with tenure, effective July 1, 2025. D...
11/07/2025

We’re proud to announce the promotion of Dr. M. Ryan Smith to associate professor with tenure, effective July 1, 2025. Dr. Smith is a specialist in emergency and critical care and a diplomate of the American College of Veterinary Emergency and Critical Care.

Faculty like Dr. Smith are the foundation of our mission to teach the next generation, heal animals, discover new knowledge, and protect public health.

Congratulations, Dr. Smith, on this well-deserved achievement!

Did you know LSU Vet Med has a fully licensed in-house pharmacy right on site?Our clients benefit from the expertise of ...
10/07/2025

Did you know LSU Vet Med has a fully licensed in-house pharmacy right on site?

Our clients benefit from the expertise of a pharmacy team led by a board-certified veterinary pharmacist—something few veterinary hospitals offer. Whether it’s filling time-sensitive prescriptions, sourcing hard-to-find medications, or answering medication questions, our pharmacy is here to support your pet’s care quickly, safely, and conveniently.

LSU Vet Med: advancing care with trusted experts at every step.

Did you know that your pet could contribute to shaping the future of medicine? Our new Center for Clinical Innovation ad...
08/07/2025

Did you know that your pet could contribute to shaping the future of medicine? Our new Center for Clinical Innovation advances animal and human health through research and clinical trials.

We are now enrolling:
• Dogs with congestive heart failure
• Dogs with squamous cell carcinoma

The center brings veterinarians, researchers, and industry partners together to improve care, develop new treatments, and better lives. All studies meet the highest standards of care and ethics.
Find out if your pet is eligible: lsu.edu/vetmed/veterinary_hospital/clinical_trials.php
For enrollment information contact:
Levent Dirikolu, DVM, MVSc, PhD
Director of Clinical Research
ldirikolu@lsu.edu | 225-578-9885

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