Autumn N Harris, DVM
Assistant Professor
About Autumn N Harris
My name is Dr. Autumn Harris. I am a board-certified veterinary internist at the Small Animal Hospital at the University of Florida, College of Veterinary Medicine where I work as a clinician and researcher. I treat all animals with kidney and urinary tract diseases. I am especially passionate about improving the lives of dogs & cats with chronic kidney disease. My areas of interest for clinical research focus on improving our understanding of kidney failure with a particular focus on acid-base balance so we can optimize medical treatments for pets affected with this common disease.
Accomplishments
Teaching Profile
Board Certifications
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Diplomate, Small Animal Internal MedicineAmerican College of Veterinary Internal Medicine
Clinical Profile
- Chronic kidney disease
- Distal renal tubular acidosis
- Glomerulonephritis
- Proximal renal tubular acidosis
- Urinary incontinence
Research Profile
My research is both benchtop translational science as well as clinical discovery. My benchtop translational science is directed at understanding the mechanisms through which the kidneys maintain the correct acid-base balance in the body. My clinical research is focused on the goal of improving the lives of pets living with chronic kidney disease (CKD). I have reported on aspects such as novel biomarkers to aid in early diagnosis of common complications associated with worse outcomes in CKD, the use of novel therapies for CKD treatment, the renin-angiotensin-aldosterone system in CKD and high blood pressure, the role of the kidneys as it relates to heart disease. I am especially focused on the investigation of acid-base balance on CKD disease progression and determining if we can intervene medically to improve outcomes. Kidney disease is very common in cats and dogs, and while we have many medical options available for disease management, it is important that we continue clinical research efforts to better understand and treat pets with kidney disease.
- Evaluation of the Renin-Angiotensin-Aldosterone system
- Proteinuria
- Renal Ammonia Metabolism
- Renal Physiology
- Sex Differences
- chronic kidney disease
Publications
Grants
Education
Contact Details
- Business:
- harrisa@ufl.edu
- Business Mailing:
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PO Box 100224
GAINESVILLE FL 32610 - Business Street:
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2015 SW 16TH AVE
GAINESVILLE FL 32608