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Veterinary Medicine Review
Highlights of our accomplishments
Stories, videos and podcasts offer insights into the groundbreaking work being conducted at the UF College of Veterinary Medicine and its impact on animal, human and environmental health.
Recent news & Mentions
Researchers to study pain, with help from horses
Dr. Adam Biedrzycki is involved in a $5.4 million NIH grant to study osteoarthritis pain and its progression in people and in horses.
Pioneering orthopedic surgeon Dr. Dan Lewis…
In his three decades as a professor of small animal surgery at the University of Florida, Dr. Dan Lewis transformed UF’s small animal surgery program.
With help from a UF veterinary student, a local…
Putting Families First is a required course for first-year students across UF’s six health colleges, including the UFCVM.
College facts
# 7 The college is ranked #7 among veterinary colleges nationwide by U.S. News & World Report.
# 1 Our UF Small Animal Hospital caseload is the largest among academic veterinary hospitals in the U.S.
# 4 Forbes ranks the University of Florida as the No.4 public university in the nation.
Education
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DVM Admissions
We seek students who possess the academic capability to manage a rigorous science-based curriculum, while also demonstrating strong interpersonal and teamwork related communication skills.
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DVM Students
From first-year orientation and leadership experience to commencement and everything in between, our faculty and staff offer UF College of Veterinary Medicine students a wide range of support through a variety of activities and services.
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Graduate Studies
The Office of Research and Graduate Studies coordinates training programs for graduate degree-seeking students (PhD, MS) and for those seeking graduate degrees in combination with professional or residency programs. We also offer non-traditional (online) programs, including degrees and certificates in select areas.
Research
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Leading discovery through innovation and faculty expertise
Our goal is to be a global leader in biomedical research to advance animal, human and environmental health.
In the spotlight: Young goat survives rare bone infection thanks to treatment at UF
Patient care
UF veterinary hospitals
Small Animal Hospital
The UF Small Animal Hospital is the leading referral facility for patients throughout Florida and the Southeast. We are committed to offering the best-possible treatment for your pet via a wide range of expertise in many specialties.
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Large Animal Hospital
The UF Large Animal Hospital provides advanced diagnostics and veterinary care to horses, cattle, alpacas, llamas, goats, pigs, and other large farm or food animals. We also offer emergency and extended care services.
UF PETs in Ocala
UF PETS
The UF Pet Emergency Treatment Service offers compassionate care by our emergency and critical care specialists after hours, weekends and holidays to pets in need of immediate care in the Ocala area.
WEC in OCALA
The UF Veterinary Hospital at WEC
The new veterinary hospital at the World Equestrian Center in Ocala brings access to UF’s breadth of expertise to equine athletes and small animals visiting the center.
In the Spotlight: UF Veterinary Hospital at World Equestrian Center
Quick LInks
Students
Faculty / Staff
Animal Owners
Veterinarians
Alumni / Friends
Animal AIrwaves Recent Episodes
ARCHIVE: Itchy Pets
If your pet is constantly “itchy” or prone to ear infections, you may be dealing with an allergy of some kind. Persistent scratching and itching can be hard on your…
ARCHIVE: Glaucoma in Dogs
Just like humans, dogs are susceptible to an eye disease known as glaucoma, which causes high pressure inside of the eyeball. Have you noticed changes in eye size or color,…
Yard Safety: Protecting Your Pets From Toxic Plants
While beautiful flowers and plants can add vibrancy and interest to a garden, many of these can also cause harm to your pets if ingested. Because animals explore the world…
Safe Use of Veterinary Supplements: What Pet Owners Should Know
These days, a variety of dietary supplements are available to complement traditional veterinary care. Veterinarians frequently recommend supplements for a variety of conditions in pets, from arthritis to skin health…
College Publications
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Veterinary Page
A newsletter for faculty, staff and students of the UF College of Veterinary Medicine.
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Florida Veterinarian
A magazine for alumni, faculty and friends of the UF College of Veterinary Medicine.