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Amy Todd-Donato, DVM, ACVR

Diplomate, American College of Veterinary

Assistant Professor, Section of Diagnostic Imaging and Radiology

Department of Clinical Sciences

Cornell University College of Veterinary Medicine
930 Campus Road
Ithaca, NY 14853

Profile

Research/Clinical Interests

  • Musculoskeletal imaging: small animal and equine
  • Ultrasonography
  • Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI)

Education

  • 2019-2023: Cornell University, Diagnostic Imaging Residency
  • 2006-2007: Genesee Valley Equine Clinic, Internship
  • 2002-2006: Cornell University, DVM
  • 1998-2002: Penn State University, BS with Honors

Biography/Professional Experience

Dr. Todd-Donato completed her DVM degree at Cornell University in 2006, with dual interests in equine and small animal medicine. She pursued an equine ambulatory internship, then continued working as an equine ambulatory veterinarian for several years in the Rochester, NY area. Dr. Todd-Donato then transitioned into small animal general practice with some ER work for 10 years before returning for a residency in Diagnostic Imaging at Cornell University. During residency, Dr. Todd-Donato embraced her diverse interests and past clinical experiences, successfully attaining board certification in both ACVR specialty areas of Diagnostic Imaging and Equine Diagnostic Imaging. Following completion of residency, she joined the faculty at Cornell University as an Assistant Professor. Dr. Todd-Donato is a Diplomate of the American College of Veterinary Radiology (DI and EDI).

Awards and Honors

  • 2023 Phi Zeta Manuscript Award winner, Alpha Chapter (Cornell University)
  • 2023 Diplomate, American College of Veterinary Radiology – Equine Diagnostic Imaging
  • 2022 Diplomate, American College of Veterinary Radiology – Diagnostic Imaging
  • 2006 The Gentle Doctor Award  
  • 2006 The Pfizer Clinical Award in Equine Medicine                                                     
  • 2006 The Grant Sherman Hopkins Prize                                                                      
  • 2006 The Merck Veterinary Manual Award                                                                  
  • 2006 DVM with Distinction  
  • 2005 Phi Zeta National Veterinary Honor Society  
  • 2002 B.S. with Honors in Dairy and Animal Science

Professional/Academic Affiliations

  • American Veterinary Medical Association
  • New York State Veterinary Medical Society
  • Radiological Society of North America
  • American College of Veterinary Radiology (DI Diplomate 2022; EDI Diplomate 2023)
  • American Association of Equine Practitioners

Publications

Selected Publications

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