A Technician’s Tale
Saturday, October 10th, 2020
As the general surgery service technician at the Hospital for Large Animals, Katie Calicchio has no shortage of compassion for the patients—or their owners.
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For the Love of Horses
Saturday, October 10th, 2020
Bridget Hatch planned on being a professional rider, but when a vet tech job opened at the large-animal hospital, she couldn’t pass up the opportunity.
Equine Clinical Case Challenge: A Case of Hoof Abscesses and Limb Lameness
Wednesday, January 29th, 2020
A 21 year- old Thoroughbred mare presented to Tufts Equine Center with a history of lameness and repeated hoof abscessation of her left front foot.
Imaging plays a central role
Tuesday, June 4th, 2019
When a horse experiences a decrease in their athletic performance, it could indicate an injury or underlying disease, often best detected by imaging. Tufts Equine Center is one of the country’s select few to offer… Read More
Why is even a small cough a big problem in a racehorse?
Wednesday, May 15th, 2019
Professor Melissa Mazan, V93, a board-certified internist and pulmonology expert at Tufts Equine Center, explains
Although Microscopic in Size, Antibiotic Resistant Bacteria Pose a Large Threat
Thursday, May 2nd, 2019
Since their discovery, antibiotics have played an important role in keeping both humans and animals healthy, but the emergence of antibiotic resistant bacteria has become a major public health threat. What’s being done, and how can you help?
Equine Clinical Case Challenge: Intermittent Hematuria
Tuesday, April 30th, 2019
History A 16-year-old pony gelding presented for evaluation of intermittent hematuria. The pony was reported to be previously healthy and exhibited a normal appetite and water consumption at home. The hematuria was first noted several… Read More
Clinical Case Challenge: More than Blepharospasm OS
Monday, February 4th, 2019
HISTORY: A 21-year-old Standardbred mare presented for a three- week history of discharge and blepharospasm OS. Previous treatment included topical triple antibiotic ointment and systemic minocycline with no improvement. The mare was previously healthy with… Read More
