Richard P. Hackett, DVM, MS

Diplomate - American College of Veterinary Surgeons
Professor Emeritus, Section of Large Animal Surgery
Department of Clinical Sciences
Cornell University College of Veterinary Medicine
930 Campus Road, Box 25
Ithaca, NY 14853
Office: 607-253-3124
Fax: 607-253-3271
Email: rph2@cornell.edu
Profile
Research/Clinical Interests
- Dr. Hackett's research interest includes disorders of large animals that are amenable to surgical correction.
- Clinically, Dr. Hackett is interested in equine and farm animal general surgery, particularly laparoscopic surgery, wound management and reconstructive surgery.
Education
- 1976: Colorado State University, Master of Science
- 1974 - 1976: Colorado State University, Residency in Large Animal Surgery
- 1973 - 1974: Colorado State University, Internship in Large Animal Clinic
- 1973: The Ohio State University, DVM (cum laude)
Awards and Honors
- 1980: Diplomate - American College of Veterinary Surgeons
- 1973: Ohio Thoroughbred Breeders Award
- 1972: Phi Zeta Honorary Fraternity
Professional/Academic Affiliations
- American Association of Veterinary Clinicians
- American College of Veterinary Surgeons
- New York State Veterinary Medical Society