Looking into the future with experimental pathology
The CSU Experimental Pathology Facility is shaping the future of pathology by helping researchers evaluate samples and design studies that advance medical knowledge, offering clinical, anatomic, and molecular pathological expertise.
Clinical trial leads to surprise diagnosis: “We have to consider the whole patient”
Gina Barrios enrolled her dog, Charlie, in a CSU Veterinary Teaching Hospital clinical trial to help other dogs. The trial not only treated his arthritis but also discovered a hidden tumor, leading to successful surgery and a promising prognosis.
Pet emergency? CSU small-animal ER open 24/7 for urgent and critical care
If your dog, cat, exotic pet, or backyard chicken has an emergency or needs urgent care, the CSU Veterinary Teaching Hospital is open 24/7, ready to diagnose and treat everything from broken toenails to life-threatening illness and trauma.
Overnight sensation: CSU “equine detectives” return horse to pain-free life
Dr. Lindi Kopecko’s horse, Ostentatious, undergoes innovative spinal surgery at CSU, leading to a remarkable recovery and a return to his competitive dressage career.
The heart of the hospital: Patti Clark retires after nearly 40 years as veterinary technician
Operating room manager Patti Clark, who rarely sits still, is retiring from the CSU Veterinary Teaching Hospital after nearly four decades of dedicated service.
Curlicue’s courage: A winding road leads to a healthy foal
Curlicue’s miraculous survival is a testament to the power of preparation, training, and perseverance in equine care.
Tofu proves he’s got more lives to live after heart surgery at CSU
Tofu, rescued by Matt Rovero, faced severe medical challenges, including a liver shunt. Thanks to dedicated veterinarians and multiple surgeries, Tofu recovered and returned home, showcasing incredible resilience.
A-Maisie-ing recovery: CSU saves the life of beloved therapy dog
After being struck by a car, Maisie Mae was rushed to CSU’s James L. Voss Veterinary Teaching Hospital, where a trauma team worked swiftly to save her life.
New CT scanner improves imaging options for horses
The Johnson Family Equine Hospital installed a cutting-edge Qalibra CT scanner, allowing for high-resolution, 3D imaging of horses’ head and limbs, often without the need for general anesthesia.
Small Animal Rehabilitation: Restoring mobility and hope
The CSU Small Animal Small Animal Rehabilitation and Physical Therapy service works with companion animals and their owners to treat joint, muscle, and tendon injuries and diseases, including arthritis and canine cruciate ligament injury.
The horse that roared: Lynx rises through competition ranks thanks to a new airway surgery technique at CSU
11-year-old chestnut Trakehner Lynx underwent a novel follow-up procedure to
tie-back surgery to help with his breathing problem.
Dr. Kristy Pabilonia named Director of Clinical Diagnostics for Veterinary Health System
From her vet school days volunteering at Colorado State University’s Veterinary Diagnostic Laboratory, through nearly two decades of work protecting animal health, and more than a year of interim leadership, Dr. Kristy Pabilonia has been named Director of Clinical Diagnostics for the Veterinary Health System.