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Anesthesiology and Pain Medicine

The Section of Anesthesiology and Pain Medicine is comprised of board-certified anesthesiologists, four residents-in-training, and eight technicians, dedicated exclusively to providing the highest quality of anesthesia to small and large animals referred to our hospitals. Our section provides sedation, general anesthesia, regional anesthesia, and acute pain management for approximately 3,000 patients requiring surgical or diagnostic procedures every year. Because a large percentage of our case load is composed of high-risk patients, we are equipped and trained to deliver the most advanced anesthetic techniques available. We provide general anesthesia for emergency procedures after hours and during weekends and holidays.

Diplomate - American College of Veterinary Anesthesia and Analgesia

Associate Professor, Section of Anesthesiology and Pain Medicine

Diplomate - American College of Veterinary Anesthesia and Analgesia

Associate Professor, Section of Anesthesiology and Pain Medicine

Diplomate - European College of Veterinary Anaesthesia and Analgesia

Clinical Professor of Anesthesiology and Pain Medicine

Diplomate - American College of Veterinary Anesthesia and Analgesia

Professor, Section of Anesthesiology and Pain Medicine

Assistant Clinical Professor, Section of Anesthesiology and Pain Medicine

Diplomate, American College of Veterinary Anesthesia and Analgesia

Visiting Assistant Clinical Professor

Behavior

The Animal Behavior Clinic helps owners solve behavior problems with their companion animals. Common problems are aggression or destructiveness by dogs and house soiling or aggression in cats.

Diplomate, American College of Veterinary Behaviorists

Assistant Clinical Professor

Cornell Duffield Institute for Animal Behavior

Dave and Cheryl Duffield Assistant Professor

Biobank

The Cornell Veterinary Biobank collects, processes and stores blood and tissue samples from multiple animal species, benefiting from a close relationship between the College’s hospital and with strategic partnerships. We are a non-profit recognized core resource for researchers around the world, providing access to high quality samples associated with accurate clinical data.

The Biobank’s mission is to serve the research community by helping accelerate biomedical research as an accredited resource for standardized biospecimen collection and archiving. Our goal is to improve animal and human health, by promoting translational research (bench to bedside) that will ultimately result in precision medicine advancements with more effective, better targeted, and less toxic therapies.

Associate Research Professor

Director, Cornell Veterinary Biobank

Cardiology

The Cardiology program at Cornell University is nationally and internationally recognized as a leader in the diagnosis and treatment in animals and as a leader in cardiac research and clinical education. The clinical cardiology program at the Cornell University Hospital for Animals provides the most current diagnostic and treatment modalities for both small and large animal patients utilizing diagnostic technology such as echocardiography, electrocardiography, holter monitoring, angiocardiography, and radiography. The board-certified cardiologists and residents constantly strive to offer the most recent treatment advances available.

Assistant Professor, Section of Cardiology

Diplomate - American College of Veterinary Internal Medicine (Cardiology)

Senior Extension Associate

Director, Cornell Feline Health Center

Assistant Professor, Section of Cardiology

Diplomate - American College of Veterinary Internal Medicine (Cardiology)

Diplomate - European College of Veterinary Internal Medicine (Cardiology)

Associate Professor, Section of Cardiology

Curriculum

The academic program at Cornell's College of Veterinary Medicine provides a rich environment for learning, and provides students with the opportunity to learn in context. It fosters the development of critical thinking, communication and clinical reasoning skills to complement a comprehensive background in the biomedical and clinical disciplines that are the foundation of veterinary medicine.

Diplomate - American College of Veterinary Internal Medicine

Clinical Professor, Section of Oncology

Medical Director, Specialties II

Foundation Course Leader - Block V

Diplomate - American Board of Veterinary Practitioners

Diplomate - European College of Zoological Medicine (Avian specialty)

Diplomate - European College of Zoological Medicine (Small Mammal specialty)

Associate Clinical Professor, Competency-Based Veterinary

Education Curriculum Development

Foundation Course Leader - Block VII

Associate Clinical Professor

Associate Dean for Education

Assistant Professor, Section of Small Animal Surgery

Diplomate, American College of Veterinary Emergency and Critical Care

Associate Clinical Professor, Section of Emergency and Critical Care

Foundation Course Leader - Block V

Diplomate - American College of Veterinary Internal Medicine

Assistant Clinical Professor

Section of Neurology/Neurosurgery

Foundation Course Leader - Block VII

Dentistry and Oral Surgery

The Dentistry and Oral Surgery Service specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of dental and oral diseases, maxillofacial trauma, oral tumors, developmental defects, and salivary gland disease. Common diagnostic procedures that are performed to document the extent and severity of dental and oral disease include full-mouth radiographic studies and dental charting. Advanced imaging studies are routinely performed prior to treatment of maxillofacial trauma and oral tumors. This service provides care to small, large, exotic, and zoo animals. Cornell's dentistry and oral surgery section has a state-of-the-art suite equipped with digital radiology, rotary endodontic instrumentation, and two functional working tables, each with a dental unit and x-ray generator.

Diplomate, American Veterinary Dental College

Fellow, Academy of Veterinary Dentistry

Associate Clinical Professor, Section of Dentistry and Oral Surgery

Diplomate - American Veterinary Dental College

Associate Clinical Professor, Section of Dentistry and Oral Surgery

Associate Director, Cornell University Hospital for Animals

Medical Director, Specialties I

Diplomate - American Veterinary Dental College

Associate Professor, Section of Dentistry and Oral Surgery

Diplomate, American Veterinary Dental College

Assistant Clinical Professor, Section of Dentistry and Oral Surgery

Dermatology

Referrals to Cornell's Dermatology Service will be seen by a dermatology resident and/or one of two board-certified veterinary dermatologists. with more than 70 years of experience. The department examines all dogs, cats, farm animals, and exotic animals in conjunction with the Exotic Animal Service. We evaluate all types of skin and ear conditions. Neoplastic conditions or surgical ear diseases are referred to the oncology or soft tissue surgery services, respectively. We offer intradermal allergy testing (all species) as well as a serologic allergy test (dogs and cats) specifically developed for us. We read all skin-biopsy specimens submitted to our Diagnostic Laboratory through the university clinics and from private practitioners.

Diplomate, American College of Veterinary Dermatology

Assistant Clinical Professor, Section of Dermatology

Diplomate, American College of Veterinary Dermatology

Assistant Professor, Section of Dermatology

Associate Clinical Professor, Pathology

Diagnostic Imaging

The mission of the Imaging Service is to relieve animal suffering caused by disease through reducing uncertainty about diagnosis, extent of disease and disease progression via the use of imaging modalities, research and education. We have equipment to produce radiographs, CT scans, ultrasound images, and scintigrams (nuclear medicine) on all species of animals brought to the Hospital for diagnosis and treatment. Our MRI system can accommodate animals under 200 lbs. In 2004, the Section obtained nearly 9,000 imaging examinations on CUHA patients. We have a team of four licensed veterinary technicians, two technologists trained for human radiology who now work in the veterinary world, one veterinary assistant and one administrative assistant. Three radiologists board certified by the American College of Veterinary Radiology and three residents provide interpretation and consultation services to the Hospital and referring veterinarians. The radiologists teach throughout the professional veterinary curriculum from anatomy in the first year to clinical rotations in the fourth year. Diagnostic imaging is an important skill for practicing veterinarians that we emphasize whenever we can. Our public web site has more information about our Section and our research interests.

Assistant Clinical Professor, Section of Diagnostic Imaging

Diplomate, American College of Veterinary Radiology

Assistant Clinical Professor

Section of Diagnostic Imaging

Diplomate - American College of Veterinary Radiology

Professor, Section of Diagnostic Imaging

Clinical Professor, Section of Diagnostic Imaging

Diplomate, American College of Veterinary

Assistant Professor, Section of Diagnostic Imaging and Radiology

Assistant Clinical Professor, Section of Diagnostic Imaging

Educational Support Services

The mission of Educational Support Services is to produce and facilitate educational experiences grounded in educational theory that help prepare individuals to improve the health and well-being of animals and people worldwide. We strive to strengthen the relationship between teachers and learners, and foster creative collaborations.

Lecturer, Educational Support Services

Associate Professor of Practice, Educational Support Services / Center for Veterinary Business and Entrepreneurship (CVBE)

Director of Veterinary Business Education, CVBE

Diplomate - American Board of Veterinary Practitioners

Diplomate - European College of Zoological Medicine (Avian specialty)

Diplomate - European College of Zoological Medicine (Small Mammal specialty)

Associate Clinical Professor, Competency-Based Veterinary

Education Curriculum Development

Foundation Course Leader - Block VII

Associate Clinical Professor

Associate Dean for Education

Emergency and Critical Care

The Emergency and Critical Care Service (CAH-ECC) provides initial evaluation and care of patients with acute illness and injury and ongoing care for critically ill or injured dogs and cats twenty-four hours a day, seven days a week. Our team is comprised of experienced board-certified veterinary specialists, dedicated residents and interns, and highly skilled veterinary technicians and staff. All work together toward the common goal of delivering the highest possible standard of compassionate veterinary care to ill or injured animals, while educating the veterinary practitioners and veterinary specialists of the future.

Diplomate - American College of Veterinary Emergency and Critical Care

Professor, Section of Emergency and Critical Care

Chair of the Educational Technology Steering Committee

Diplomate, American College of Veterinary Emergency and Critical Care

Assistant Clinical Professor, Section of Emergency and Critical Care

Diplomate - American College of Veterinary Emergency and Critical Care

Diplomate - European College of Veterinary Emergency and Critical Care

Associate Professor, Section of Emergency and Critical Care

Associate Chair, Committee on Research and Graduate Education

Alexander de Lahunta Chair

Professor, Section of Emergency and Critical Care

Diplomate, American College of Veterinary Emergency and Critical Care

Associate Clinical Professor, Section of Emergency and Critical Care

Foundation Course Leader - Block V

Lecturer, Section of Emergency and Critical Care

Assistant Clinical Professor, Emergency and Critical Care

Diplomate - American College of Veterinary Emergency and Critical Care

Clinical Professor, Section of Emergency and Critical Care

Medical Director, Specialties III

Farrier

The College of Veterinary Medicine is proud to offer two courses in farriery: the General Farrier Short Course and the Advanced Farrier Course. The program is housed in the Equine Hospital of the Cornell University Hospital for Animals. Participants will experience daily interaction with veterinarians and the resident farrier working on in-patient lameness cases. Horses are also referred directly to the Farrier Shop from outside veterinarians for the application of special shoes. Both courses are taught by Cornell's resident farrier. The program also provides an excellent instructor-student ratio of 1:3, allowing for close individual instruction.

Certified Journeyman Farrier

Head of Farrier Services

Senior Lecturer, Farrier

Large Animal Medicine

The Section of Large Animal Medicine is currently staffed by four large medicine faculty with expertise in organ system diseases, infectious diseases, immune disorders, and critical care. The Section utilizes advanced diagnostics such as MRI, CT, and ultrasonography in addition to both clinical and point-of-case testing in the management of hospital patients.

Additional support is provided by specialty services which consist of: Cardiology, Ophthalmology, Dermatology, Imaging, Pharmacy, Clinical Pathology, Reproductive, and numerous services in the New York State Diagnostic Laboratory. General, neonatal, isolation and intensive care wards are used for housing of medical patients. Specialty care for recumbent cattle using a flotation tank is also available in the hospital.
The medicine faculty have numerous ongoing research projects including: genetic investigations of airway obstruction and immunologic disorders of horses along with the investigation of several infectious diseases including: equine herpesvirus, strangles, Lyme disease, leptospirosis, viral hepatitis and salmonellosis.

Diplomate - American College of Veterinary Internal Medicine

Professor, Section of Large Animal Medicine

Assistant Professor, Section of Large Animal Medicine

Director of the Large Animal Internal Medicine Residency Program

Assistant Professor, Sections of Large Animal Medicine and Emergency Critical Care

Diplomate - American College of Veterinary Internal Medicine

Professor, Section of Large Animal Medicine

Associate Dean for Community Engagement

Associate Chair for Department of Clinical Sciences Committee on Promotion, Tenure and Mentoring

Assistant Professor, Section of Large Animal Internal Medicine

Section Chief

Diplomate - American College of Veterinary Internal Medicine

Clinical Professor, Section of Large Animal Medicine

Associate Director of the Cornell University Hospital for Animals

Medical Director, Specialties IV

Director of Biosecurity, Cornell University Hospital for Animals

Large Animal Surgery

Approximately 2,500 horses receive health care in our Equine Hospital each year. In addition, about 1,000 farm animals are treated annually in our Nemo Farm Animal Hospital. Many of the patients are referred by veterinarians in the Northeastern United States, while others come directly to the hospital. The Cornell University Hospital for Animals prides itself on its team approach. Everyone has a part in the mission to provide excellent care, teach future veterinarians, and advance the science of veterinary medicine.

The Section of Large Animal Surgery has 7 faculty surgeons with expertise in orthopedic and soft tissue procedures, emergency and critical care and exercise physiology. The hospital is equipped with state-of-the-art arthroscopic, laparoscopic and laser equipment and offers comprehensive care for the patient. Four surgery suites and 5 recovery stalls allow dedicated and specialized surgery and tailored recoveries.

Diplomate, American College of Veterinary Surgeons

Assistant Professor, Section of Large Animal Surgery

Diplomate, American College of Veterinary Surgeons

Assistant Professor, Section of Large Animal Surgery

Diplomate - American College of Veterinary Surgeons

Assistant Research Professor, Section of Large Animal Surgery

Diplomate - American College of Veterinary Surgeons

Senior Associate Dean for Academic Affairs

Professor, Section of Large Animal Surgery

Professor, Section of Large Animal Surgery

Assistant Professor, Section of Large Animal Surgery

Diplomate – American College of Veterinary Surgeons – Large Animal

Associate Clinical Professor

Clinical Director of Cornell Ruffian Equine Specialists (CRES)

Associate Clinical Professor, Section of Large Animal Surgery and Emergency Critical Care

Diplomate - American College of Veterinary Surgeons

Diplomate - American College of Veterinary Emergency Critical Care

Diplomate - American College of Veterinary Surgeons—Large Animal

Associate Professor, Section of Large Animal Surgery

Neurology/Neurosurgery

Partner with board-certified specialists in Cornell's neurology services when your patients' lives - and the quality of their lives; - depend on access to state-of-the-art technology, novel treatment strategies, and board-certified specialists who are dedicated to diagnosing, treating, and rehabilitating all categories of disease involving the central and peripheral nervous systems. Our doctors have a history of successfully handling seizures, spinal and intracranial neoplasia, vestibular disease, neuromuscular disease, paresis or paralysis, spinal and brain malformation.

Visiting Clinical Professor, Section of Neurology

Diplomate, American College of Veterinary Internal Medicine (Neurology)

Certified Companion Animal Rehabilitation Therapist (CCAT)

Assistant Clinical Professor, Section of Neurology and Neurosurgery

Assistant Professor, Section of Neurology and Neurosurgery

Diplomate - American College of Veterinary Internal Medicine

Assistant Clinical Professor

Section of Neurology/Neurosurgery

Foundation Course Leader - Block VII

Nutrition

The nutrition unit offers a variety of services for companion animals and equine. For more information on any of these offerings, please call 607.253.3060 and ask for Angie Struble to be paged.

Companion Animal Diet Consultation
Many of the dietary needs of your companion can be obtained by feeding a general over-the-counter or therapeutic commercial diet. However, in many cases, supplementation or increasing specific components in the diet are beneficial to maintaining or optimizing health. We are available to discuss your pet’s nutrition and how it affects the health and longevity of his/her life.

  • Obesity Consultation
    Obesity prevention can help eradicate many medical and surgical problems that we see every day and also improve and extend your pet’s quality of life. Obesity management is achieved through strategies to achieve satiety, attention to calorie intake, and knowing the weekly percentage of weight loss. We provide a detailed weight loss program for your pet, which includes recommendations for therapeutic or over-the-counter calorie restricted diets and the proper feeding guidelines. Our assistance can help your pet lose weight safely and effectively.
  • Homemade Diet Formulation
    Many clients are interested in cooking for their companions. We often recommend feeding commercial products, however there are various disease entities and client concerns that warrant homemade formulations. We can provide recipes that are grain-free, gluten-free, or vegetarian for interested clients. Every pet’s nutritional needs differ, so we are happy to design a detailed and well-balanced diet specifically for your loved one.
  • Parenteral Nutrition Consultation
    In critical illness or situations in which your companion is not meeting the caloric requirements, intravenous nutrition may be required. Adequate and proper nutrition is very important for pets that are hospitalized and has a great impact on a pet’s attitude and the healing process. If you feel that your pet is in need of this service, please ask your primary clinician for a referral to our service.

Diplomate - American College of Veterinary Internal Medicine (Nutrition)

Diplomate - American College of Veterinary Sports Medicine and Rehabilitation

Professor, Sections of Clinical Nutrition and Sports Medicine and Rehabilitation

Oncology

The Medical Oncology Service at Cornell first saw clinical patients in July of 2000. The Oncology Service sees approximately 1,000 cancer patients a year. A state of the art linear accelerator with a multileaf collimator became operational in October of 2002 and we currently irradiate approximately 100 patients a year. The radiation facility includes a CT-based 3D radiation treatment planning system that allows us to optimize the radiation treatment plan for individual patients. Dogs and cats with cancer are evaluated through the oncology service which may include but is not limited to blood work, radiographs, tumor biopsy and staging, CT scan or MRI. Chemotherapy and radiation therapy are provided through the oncology service. Surgical procedures other than biopsies are done through the Surgery Service although the Surgery Service is consulted as necessary at the time of the Oncology appointment.

Oncology is a requirement for all veterinary students at Cornell University College of Veterinary Medicine. A didactic lecture course is provided for the third year veterinary students, and the fourth year veterinary students rotate through the clinical service in 2 week blocks. Radiation oncology and medical oncology residency training programs are available at Cornell University. A number of funded or partially funded clinical trials are ongoing through the Clinical Oncology Service. Studies include the investigation of chemotherapeutic agents, novel chemotherapy dosing regimens, and imaging of tumor patients as it relates to radiation therapy.

Diplomate - American College of Veterinary Internal Medicine

Clinical Professor, Section of Oncology

Medical Director, Specialties II

Foundation Course Leader - Block V

Associate Professor, Section of Medical Oncology

Clinical Professor, Section of Radiation Oncology

Diplomate, American College of Veterinary Radiology, specialty of Radiation Oncology

Diplomate, American College of Veterinary Internal Medicine, specialties of Oncology and Small Animal Internal Medicine

Assistant Professor, Section of Radiation Oncology

Assistant Clinical Professor, Section of Oncology

Resident, Radiation Oncology

Ophtalmology

The Section of Ophthalmology is staffed by three faculty board certified by the American College of Veterinary Ophthalmologists, two residents, each completing three years of training, and three licensed veterinary technicians. The Ophthalmology Service provides scheduled and emergency care in the Companion Animal and Equine/Nemo Farm Animal Hospitals for dogs, cats, pet birds and pocket pets, exotic pets and wildlife, as well for horses, food and fiber animals. The section's instructional efforts are focused on both didactic lecture and laboratory experiences for preclinical veterinary students and the mandatory two-week clinical rotation experience for third- and fourth-year students. Current research efforts include investigation of the role of canine herpesvirus in spontaneous corneal disease in dogs and the effects of topical and systemic anti-inflammatory and chemotherapy drugs on its recrudescence; identification of novel infectious agents causing feline corneal disease; and the characterization of common and novel corneal disorders of dogs, cats, horses, and exotic species by in vivo confocal microscopic imaging.

Associate Clinical Professor, Section of Ophthalmology

Diplomate, American College of Veterinary Ophthalmologists

Assistant Professor, Section of Ophthalmology

Diplomate - American College of Veterinary Ophthalmologists

James Law Professor of Ophthalmology, Section of Ophthalmology

Associate Professor, Section of Ophthalmology

Diplomate, American College of Veterinary Ophthalmologists

Associate Professor, Section of Ophthalmology

Small Animal Community Practice

The stand-alone Small Animal Community Practice offers three main types of medical care to our patients.
Health Maintenance - We provide annual or biannual examinations, parasite prevention, vaccinations and routine laboratory testing including fecal parasite exams, heartworm testing, tick-born disease testing, viral testing in cats and other blood work depending on the animal's age and health status.
Primary Care - We are the primary caregivers for sick and injured dogs and cats on our service. We routinely screen animals, provide treatment and develop plans for future care. We refer seriously ill animals to the appropriate specialty service for advanced treatment, and coordinate their cases. We also collaborate with the dental service to identify animals that are in need of routine dental cleanings.
Elective Surgery - We provide elective, outpatient surgical services to patients including spay and neuter surgery, removing minor lumps and bumps, and suturing minor wounds.

Diplomate - American College of Veterinary Internal Medicine (Small Animal Internal Medicine)

Associate Professor, Section of Community Practice Service

Assistant Professor, Small Animal Community Practice Service

Associate Director, Small Animal Community Practice Service

Senior Lecturer, Section of Community Practice Service

Instructor, Small Animal Community Practice Service

Senior Lecturer, Section of Community Practice Service

Lecturer, Section of Community Practice Service

Small Animal Medicine

The Section of Small Animal Medicine is staffed by five faculty members board-certified by the American College of Veterinary internal medicine, five residents, each completing two years of training; and three licensed veterinary technicians. Our faculty’s clinical and research expertise span a large facet of small animal internal medicine fields including hematology, endocrinology, gastroenterology, hepatology, infectious and immune mediated diseases, and nephrology-urology. We provide specialized state of the art veterinary care to patients in our local area as well as referrals from all over the east Coast. The section's teaching efforts are focused on didactic lectures, clinical case presentations and laboratory experiences for preclinical veterinary students and the two-four week clinical rotation experience for third and fourth-year students.

Assistant Clinical Professor, Section of Small Animal Medicine

Diplomate - American College of Veterinary Internal Medicine

Assistant Clinical Professor, Section of Small Animal Medicine

Diplomate - American College of Veterinary Internal Medicine

Associate Clinical Professor, Section of Small Animal Medicine

Associate Chair, Committee on Teaching and Clinical Service

Assistant Clinical Professor, Section of Small Animal Medicine

Diplomate - American College of Veterinary Internal Medicine

Diplomate - European College of Veterinary Internal Medicine

Maurice R. and Corinne P. Greenberg Professor, Section of Small Animal Medicine

Professor of Veterinary Medicine in Medicine, Weill Cornell Medical College

Small Animal Surgery

The Section of Small Animal Surgery, with 3 surgical services, orthopedics, general surgery, and a combined service, is staffed by 6 board certified surgeons, 3 surgical residents, one surgical intern, 6 rotating general interns, and 7 licensed veterinary technicians. In addition to the surgical care of both local and referred patients, the section is responsible for the didactic teaching program in surgery, which consists of both lecture and laboratory sessions, and the clinical rotations in surgery required of third and fourth year veterinary students. Surgical care is provided 24 hours per day, 7 days per week, 365 days per year. Advanced surgical techniques available in soft tissue (general)surgery include the recent advances of laparoscopic, thoracoscopic, and laser surgery. These minimally invasive procedures often result in more rapid and comfortable patient recoveries. In the orthopedic section, both diagnostic and interventional arthroscopy are performed, in addition to total hip replacement, tibial plateau leveling osteotomy, and triple pelvic osteotomy. Rigid internal fixation of fractures, new techniques in biologic internal fixation, linear and circular external fixation are routinely performed, as is surgery of the spine for degenerative, congenital, and traumatic lesions. Limb salvage procedures for malignant bone tumors provides an alternative to amputation.

Diplomate, American College of Veterinary Surgeons

Associate Professor, Section of Small Animal Surgery

Assistant Clinical Professor, Section of Small Animal Surgery

Diplomate - American College of Veterinary Surgeons

Diplomate - American College of Veterinary Emergency and Critical Care

Associate Professor, Section of Small Animal Surgery

Diplomate - American College of Veterinary Surgeons

Professor, Section of Small Animal Surgery

Assistant Professor, Section of Small Animal Surgery

Assistant Professor, Section of Small Animal Surgery

Diplomate - American College of Veterinary Surgeons

Professor of Surgery, Section of Small Animal Surgery

Director, The Cornell University Richard P. Riney Canine Health Center

Sports Medicine and Rehabilitation

The Sports Medicine and Rehabilitation Service treat canine athletes, as well as other companion animals including cats, to recover from injuries or surgeries where rehabilitation is indicated to improve function and recovery.  The service works heavily with orthopedics and neurology services in the hospital to expand upon current treatment options depending on the ailment of your pet.  Whether serving athletes or everyday companions, the service focuses on helping animals recover performance abilities and stay active at any age.
Sports medicine for animals is an interdisciplinary field that integrates several modalities to help patients in ways one specific service may be limited. Sports medicine also offers an extra level of expertise and some procedures that typically can’t be found in most general veterinary practitioners’ offices.  The program offers several treatment modalities, including extracorporeal shockwave therapy for certain orthopedic conditions, platelet rich plasma therapy for osteoarthritis and tendon ailments, therapeutic ultrasound for deep tissue heating, transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation (TENS), acupuncture and electro-acupuncture for pain relief, underwater treadmill for strengthening and muscle memory, and class IV laser therapy for wound healing and certain osteoarthritis conditions. Access to a force plate, a rare piece of equipment that can objectively measure how well an animal uses a limb, can provide true validation of whether and to what extent a treatments are effective for your companion.

Diplomate - American College of Veterinary Sports Medicine and Rehabilitation

Associate Professor, Section of Sports Medicine and Rehabilitation

Diplomate, American College of Veterinary Sports Medicine and Rehabilitation

Assistant Clinical Professor, Section of Sports Medicine and Rehabilitation

Senior Lecturer, Section of Sports Medicine and Rehabilitation

Diplomate – American College of Veterinary Sports Medicine and Rehabilitation

Diplomate - American College of Veterinary Internal Medicine (Nutrition)

Diplomate - American College of Veterinary Sports Medicine and Rehabilitation

Professor, Sections of Clinical Nutrition and Sports Medicine and Rehabilitation

Theriogenology (Reproductive Medicine)

The Section of Theriogenology provides reproductive medicine services for companion animals - primarily dogs - including breeding management, transcervical insemination, semen freezing and infertility examinations. We also provide medical and surgical treatment for conditions related to the reproductive system including uterine disease, obstetrics and neonatal care. Our staff includes two board-certified veterinarians who collaborate with other veterinarians across the Northeast.

We offer the latest diagnostic, treatment and reproductive medicine techniques and we provide emergency services and hospitalization in a state-of-the-art facility. We work as a team with a broad range of other specialists including anesthesiologists, radiologists and surgeons to ensure our patients receive the most comprehensive care possible. And our experienced staff provides nursing care 24 hours a day.

Associate Professor, Section of Theriogenology

Diplomate, Diplomate American College of Veterinary Internal Medicine (LA)

Diplomate, American College of Theriogenology (Comparative Theriogenology)

Assistant Professor, Section of Theriogenology

Harry M. Zweig Assistant Professor

Wildlife Medicine

Visit the Janet L. Swanson Wildlife Health Hospital to learn more.

Associate Professor of Practice

Diplomate - American College of Zoological Medicine

Associate Professor, Section Chief of Wildlife Medicine

Assistant Clinical Professor, Section of Wildlife Medicine

Diplomate - American College of Zoological Medicine

Associate Professor of Practice, Wildlife and Conservation Medicine

Zoological - Exotics

The Exotic Pets service provides primary and specialty care for a wide range of avian and exotic animals including birds, exotic mammals, reptiles and amphibians. Our staff include board-certified veterinarians, who work as primary caregivers and collaborate with other veterinarians across the Northeast to provide comprehensive medical and surgical services.

Associate Professor, Section of Zoological Medicine

Diplomate - American Board of Veterinary Practitioners, Avian Practice

Assistant Clinical Professor, Section of Exotic Animal Medicine

Zoological Medicine

Diplomate - American College of Zoological Medicine

Associate Clinical Professor

Emeritus Faculty

The Department of Clinical Sciences is grateful to our emeritus faculty for their dedication to teaching, research, and service to animals, and to maintaining a collaborative relationship with the department and college.

Diplomate - American College of Veterinary Internal Medicine

Professor, Section of Large Animal Medicine

Diplomate - American College of Veterinary Internal Medicine

James Law Professor, Section of Internal Medicine

Joint Appointment with the Department of Biomedical Sciences

Diplomate - American College of Veterinary Internal Medicine

Diplomate - American College of Veterinary Emergency and Critical Care

Rudolph J. and Katharine L. Steffen Professor of Veterinary Medicine, Section of Large Animal Medicine

Diplomate - American College of Veterinary Surgeons

James Law Professor of Surgery, Section of Large Animal Surgery

Chief Medical Officer and Faculty Clinician, Cornell Ruffian Equine Specialists (CRES), Elmont, NY

Diplomate - American College of Veterinary Surgeons

Emeritus Associate Professor, Section of Small Animal Surgery

Diplomate - American College of Veterinary Surgeons

James Law Professor of Surgery, Section of Large Animal Surgery

Diplomate - American College of Theriogenologists

Professor Emeritus, Section of Theriogenology

Diplomate - American College of Veterinary Anesthesiologists

Professor, Section of Anesthesiology and Pain Medicine

Diplomate - American College of Veterinary Surgeons

Professor Emeritus, Section of Large Animal Surgery

Diplomate - American College of Veterinary Surgeons

Associate Professor, Section of Primary Care Surgery Section Chief

Diplomate - American College of Veterinary Surgeons

Professor, Section of Small Animal Surgery

Diplomate - American College of Veterinary Internal Medicine

Rudolph J. and Katherine L. Steffen Professor Emeritus of Veterinary Medicine

Coordinator, Community Practice Service Rotation for Veterinary Clinical Students

Diplomate - American College of Veterinary Behaviorists

James Law Professor Emeritus, Section of Behavior Medicine

Diplomate - American College of Veterinary Ophthalmologists

Associate Professor, Section of Ophthalmology

Diplomate - American College of Zoological Medicine

Jay Hyman Professor Emeritus, Section of Wildlife Medicine

Diplomate - American College of Veterinary Anesthesia & Analgesia

Professor Emeritus, Section of Anesthesiology

Diplomate - American College of Veterinary Internal Medicine (Oncology)

Diplomate - American College of Veterinary Radiology (Radiation Oncology)

C.V. Starr Professor of Medical and Radiation Oncology

Diplomate - American College of Veterinary Dermatology

Professor Emeritus of Medicine, Section of Behavior and Section of Dermatology

Diplomate - American College of Veterinary Internal Medicine (Specialty, Internal Medicine)

Diplomate - American College of Veterinary Internal Medicine (Specialty, Cardiology)

CV Starr Professor Emerita of Cardiology Section of Cardiology

Diplomate - American College of Veterinary Internal Medicine

Professor Emeritus, Section of Small Animal Medicine

Diplomate - American College of Veterinary Ophthalmology

Professor Emeritus, Section of Ophthalmology

Diplomate - American College of Veterinary Pathologists (Honorary)

James Law Professor Emeritus, Section of Dermatology

Diplomate - American College of Veterinary Surgeons

Associate Professor Emeritus, Section of Small Animal Surgery