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Inside 2From the Dean 6 Scott Building Dedicated 11 V.M.D.Notes 25 Feline Symposium 31 Dr.Deubler’s Birthday 12 Alumni Weekend 16 Commencement A Message from the Dean Despite the awful tragedy of September 11, new gifts and pledges with $13.4 million raised $3 million grant from the Ellison Foundation 2001, anthrax threats to homeland security, by June 30, 2002. In cash receipts, we had our for studying gene manipulation in nematode Osama bin Laden, the down turn in the econ- second best year ever at $8.1 million. We were parasites, and Dr. Narayan Avadhani received a omy, Enron, WorldCom, and ImClone, it is especially fortunate to attract significant new $500,000 grant from NIH to purchase state-of- nice to be in support for the Teaching and Research Build- the-art equipment for proteomics. the position ing, securing $7.5 million in new commit- Finally, I am very pleased to share with you of reporting ments from individuals and private founda- that we are at last making progress in revising some very tions. I am also very pleased to share with you the curriculum and have started phasing in the positive that we raised more than $1 million in new revisions this September for the freshman class. news: the current use and endowed scholarship support The number of hours students sit in class, pas- School had a and thank the many donors who made these sively listening to lectures in the first year is remarkably generous contributions to the School. reduced. With the time made available, stu- successful We were blessed with a beautiful day on dents have new opportunities for supervised year. June 29th for the dedication of the Scott training in the clinics to better understand the We did Equine Sports Medicine Building at New relevance of the basic sciences to clinical medi- exceptionally Bolton Center. This is a magnificent addition cine. Changes with similar objectives will be well in the of which our benefactors, the late Almira and phased into the second and third year curricula State budget signed into law by the Governor Hardie Scott, would be proud. The building as the program evolves in late June, ending up with an appropriation also holds some of the most distinguished Now we have the challenge of doing as well that was 5% above the amount appropriated in names in horse racing and we are grateful for in this new academic year. July 2001. Few other institutions of higher their great generosity to the School. In the Alan M. Kelly learning in the State were so blessed and I evening, the School celebrated the 50th The Gilbert S. Kahn Dean of Veterinary Medicine thank the Governor and General Assembly for anniversary of New Bolton Center with a their support and wonderful recognition of the dinner followed by an excellent new video, importance of the School to Pennsylvania, On Any Given Day,that depicts “a day in the especially to Pennsylvania agriculture. Now, we life of New Bolton Center.” Annual SCAVMA must do all we can to fulfill the expectations At the close of the evening I was very happy that accompany the State’s support; this to have Betty Moran join me to make the Auction includes advancing our programs in Global announcement that Dr. Virginia Reef has been The annual Student Chapter of the Information System mapping of the livestock appointed to a newly endowed chair, The Lila American Veterinary Medical Association and poultry industries in the Commonwealth, Griswold and Mark Whittier Allam Chair in (SCAVMA) Auction will be held on Friday, food safety, biosecurity, infectious disease Medicine at New Bolton Center. Some 20 years December 6, 2002 in the E.R. Marookian, research, and public health. ago, Betty gave the School funds that were V.M.D. Auditorium at the Veterinary The School was also successful with its invested and grew. Now they permit us to Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania. application for capital support from the establish the new Chair. The appointment is The event begins with a silent auction at National Center for Research Resources at NIH especially fitting for Ginny is a world renowned 3:00 p.m., followed by the live auction at and has been awarded nearly $2 million equine cardiologist and Betty Moran has had 5:00 p.m. Everyone is invited to support the towards the cost of the vivarium in the new an abiding interest in the topic, giving the auction! Teaching and Research building. As a result of funds to establish not only the original heart The annual SCAVMA auction is a this infusion of funds, the School now has station in 1963, but the cardiology suite in the popular event for the entire School commu- $39,850,000 in gifts and pledges towards the Moran Family Wing of the new Scott Building. nity. Proceeds from the silent auction help $48 million cost of the Teaching and Research In research, the School also had an out- to fund student travel expenses to the annu- Building; this is outstanding. It reaches a mile- standing year. To mention a few of the faculty’s al National Student AVMA Symposium. stone that has gained the President’s and many accomplishments: Dr. Ralph Brinster’s Proceeds from the live auction help to fund Provost’s approval to start the process of select- work on male germ cell transplantation was SCAVMA events and the new SCAVMA ing an architect and commencing schematic reviewed in June in Science and was featured Scholarship Program. design. This seems to me to be the fun part of on the cover of this edition. Dr. Hans Scholer’s The mission of SCAVMA is to increase the whole project. It will be orchestrated by a work published in Genes and Development, the quality of veterinary student life faculty Building Committee chaired by Dr. R. showing why cloning in animals is so unpre- through educational, social and cultural O. Davies. With the architect, the Committee dictable received world wide publicity, as did extracurricular activities. For more infor- must now come up with a design that is both Dr. Ina Dobrinski’s recent paper in Nature on mation on the auction or to donate auction functional and beautiful. growing testicular tissue from pigs and goats items, contact Ian J. Driben, V’05, Auction In terms of our fund-raising, this past year on the back of immuno-compromised mice. Co-Chairperson, via e-mail at was a banner year. We set another record for Drs. James Lok and Edward Pearce received a
2 BELLWETHER 54 CHARTING THE FUTURE
Teaching and Research Building News $48 million goal Since the last time we reported on on the School’s Board of Overseers the funds for the Teaching and and has always been very supportive of Research Building, we have raised our students. She established the Mrs. $4.75 million for a total of Jack L. Billhardt Dean’s Scholarship $39,850,000. fund which supports several students Some gifts of note include at least each year. $1.75 million from the National John D. McCullough, V’43 and his Center for Research Resources at NIH. wife, Dorothy,contributed $150,000 to $39.9 million raised The National Center for Research name a public space in the new build- Resources (NCRR) was established in ing. Dr. McCullough is one of the 1990 to advance biomedical research School’s most generous alumni and and improve human health through has supported the McCullough research projects and shared resources Research Fund at New Bolton Center. that create, develop, and provide a Ms. Beverly R. Steinman con- comprehensive range of human, ani- tributed $100,000 through the James mal, technological, and other Hale Steinman Foundation for general resources. NCRR's support is concen- support of the building. Ms. Steinman trated in four areas: biomedical tech- is a client at VHUP and is a generous nology, clinical research, comparative supporter of the School’s activities medicine, and research infrastructure. each August at Saratoga, N.Y. Mrs. Patricia Billhardt contributed The dean has appointed a faculty an additional gift of $250,000 for sup- building committee and the University port of the 150-seat classroom that has begun the process of selecting an will bear her name. Pat Billhardt serves architect.
Veterinary School Buildings in Philadelphia
Quadrangle Building Gladys Hall Rosenthal Building
Veterinary Hospital of the Site of Teaching & Research Building The Teaching and Research Building University of Pennsylvania Planned Groundbreaking site is bounded by University,Woodland and Baltimore Avenues.
BELLWETHER 54 3 Cover Story New Animal Bloodmobile Unveiled The new Animal Bloodmobile was unveiled at VHUP on May 7. It was made possible by a generous gift from the Wurster Family Foun- dation. Bogie, a Labrador retriever owned by members of the Wurster family, was a VHUP patient whose life was saved by numerous blood transfusions. The new vehicle is impressive with a length of 24 ft., a width of 8 ft. 4 inches and a weight of 7 tons. The Animal Bloodmobile, custom- built to the specifications of the Penn Animal Bill Wurster “launches” the Animal Bloodmobile. Bogie and Bill and Angela Wurster during the ceremony. Blood Bank team, consists of a Ford chassis with a V-10 engine and a custom-built body. The vehicle is equipped with a hydraulic exam table, a scale, a holding cage, sink and ample counter space for equipment. There are seats for three people. The new vehicle has storage space, including a compartment accessible from the exterior for dog food that is given to the donor’s owners. The new bloodmobile will be used for blood drives organized by breeders, dog clubs and veterinarians in the Delaware Valley. These drives are held two or three times a week. Dean Kelly presents Bill Wurster with a plaque of Bloodmobile interior. Blood is collected from 10 to 15 dogs that are Bogie to be placed in the Bloodmobile. brought by their owners. The donation takes just a few minutes and the dogs don’t mind the collection. They are rewarded with a treat of meaty dog food and lots of pats on the Dr.Virginia Reef Appointed to Endowed Professorship head. The blood is brought back to VHUP where it is processed and separated into its Dr. Virginia Reef has been appointed the Following her internship and a residency in components such as red blood cells, plasma Mark Whittier and Lila Griswold Allam large animal medicine, she joined the faculty as and clotting factors. One unit of blood helps Professor of Equine Medicine at the School. “I a lecturer in medicine in 1982. She was more than one patient. The blood and blood am very pleased to make appointed assistant pro- products are typed and matched to ensure this announcement for fessor in 1986, associate compatibility between donor and patient. Dr. Reef is a distin- professor in 1990 and VHUP’s blood donor program has the guished member of our full professor in 1996. motto “Pets Helping Pets” and began in 1987 faculty and one of the Dr. Reef was appointed to meet the need of the hospital’s critically ill most accomplished to her current position patients. The Penn Animal Blood Bank has equine cardiologists in as director of large ani- grown tremendously over the years; since its the world,” said Dean mal cardiology in 1981. beginning more than 3,000 dogs have partici- Alan Kelly. “The new In 1995, she was pated. Currently close to 1,000 dogs from the chair was made possible appointed chief, Section Delaware Valley are active donors. It is the through Betty Moran’s of Sports Medicine and largest voluntary canine blood donor program generous investment in Imaging at New Bolton in the nation. The bloodmobile is a vital part the School many years Center, and she is an of the hospital’s lifesaving treatments for ago. It is the third executive board member patients. Each day, more than 10 blood trans- endowed chair to go to of the Allam Center for fusions are administered to VHUP’s patients. a woman at the School.” Equine Sports Medicine To donate blood, a dog must be good- Dr. Reef joined at the School. tempered, at least one year of age, weigh at Penn’s New Bolton Cen- The Mark Whittier least 50 lbs., be in excellent health and have ter in 1979 as an intern and Lila Griswold Allam current vaccination status. Those interested in in large animal medicine and surgery after Professorship in Equine Medicine is the 19th having their dog donate blood should contact graduating from the College of Veterinary endowed professorship at the School. the Penn Animal Blood Bank at 215-573-7222. Medicine at The Ohio State University.
4 BELLWETHER 54 School of Veterinary Medicine Teaching Awards The teaching Corinne Sweeney, Veterinary Medical Stu- awards at the School professor of medi- dent Government of Veterinary Medi- cine, and Dr. Amy Awards were presented cine are always pre- Kapatkin.The to Jane Cohen (VHUP) sented during the Class of 2003 hon- and Jennifer Dunleavy annual Student ored Dr. Patricia (NBC). Government Dinner Sertich, V’83, asso- The Senior Class Dance. This year the ciate professor of (V’02) honored the fol- Franklin Institute was reproduction. Dr. Dr. Heidi Grauer lowing with the Senior the venue and 250 Wilfried Weber, Class Awards: students, faculty, and professor of pathol- Resident: Dr. Anne Desrochers (NBC) and staff came to celebrate the Veterinary Medical ogy, received the Class of 2004 Award. The Dr. Matthew Nicholson Student Government Teaching Awards and Class of 2005 presented (VHUP) awards given by the dean. its award to Dr. Robert Intern: Dr. Heidi Dean Alan M. Kelly presented the Dean’s Washabau, V’82, associ- Phillips, V’01 (NBC) Award for Leadership in Basic Sciences to Dr. ate professor of and Dr. Daniel Hume Ronald Harty, assistant medicine. (VHUP) professor of microbiolo- Dr. Sweeney was also Technician: Roxanne gy. The Dean’s Award presented with the Vet- Bachman (VHUP) and for Leadership in Clini- erinary Medical Alumni Emily Zug (NBC) Jane Cohen cal Science was present- Society Excellence in Faculty: Dr. Corinne ed to Dr. Amy Kapatkin, Dr. Patricia Sertich Sweeney (NBC) and Dr. Amy Kapatkin (VHUP) assistant professor of Boucher Award: Dr. Corrina Snook, V’99 surgery. These two Teaching Award. This (NBC) Dr. Ronald Harty awards honor one facul- annual award is based ty member each from on the recommenda- the clinical departments tions of recent graduates and the basic science and is funded by VMAS. departments who have The VHUP Interns made outstanding con- Award was presented to Dr. Robert Washabau tributions to the teach- Dr. Steven Cole,resident ing their disciplines. in critical care-emergency medicine; Dr. Mary Dr. Kenneth Beth Callan, V’88, assis- Dobratz, associate pro- tant professor in medi- Dr. Corinna Snook Dr. Matthew Nicholson fessor of critical care Dr. Amy Kapatkin cine, received the Resi- medicine, received the dent Award; the VHUP Carl J. Norden Distinguished Teacher Award Jules and Lucy Silver established in 1963 “to recognize outstanding Award was presented to teachers who, through their ability, dedication, character and leader- Dr. Steve Cole ship, contribute signifi- cantly to the advance- Dr. Jean Ferreri,resident ment of the profession.” in medicine. The Har- Dr. Daniel Hume Jennifer Dunleavy cum College Veterinary Technician Award was Dr. Kenneth Drobatz presented to Eileen Rule (NBC) and Donna Sisak Emily Zug The four classes hon- (VHUP). Heidi Graver ored the faculty mem- and Nancy Skinner,both of New Bolton bers they considered to Center, received the Gretchen Swartz Award. be outstanding teachers. The Senior Student Patient Care Award was The Class of 2002 presented to Steven Gross (NBC) and Amy- presented awards to Dr. Dr. Corinne Sweeney Lynn Parkman and Nancy Soares (VHUP). Dr. Heidi Phillips Roxanne Bachman
BELLWETHER 54 5 Scott Building Dedicated The Scott Equine Sports Medicine Building was dedicated on a bright and sunny Saturday, June 29, at New Bolton Center. University President Judith Rodin cut the ribbon, officially opening the new building. This important addition to New Bolton Center is located next to the Jeffords Treadmill and together these two buildings form the physical core of the Allam Center for Equine Sports Medicine, the equine sports medicine service, teaching, and research section at New Bolton Center. It is a timely response to the Center’s increasing case load generated by advances in equine veterinary imaging and ultrasound technology. Sport horses from all disciplines of equine competition (racing, show jumping, eventing, dressage, etc.) comprise the bulk of the Center’s patients. The Scott Building, named in honor of the late Almira and Hardie Scott, houses the Section of Cardiology and Imaging under the direction of Dr.Virginia Reef,who has built a world wide University President Judith Rodin addresses the audience at the dedication. To her left are: Dean Alan M. reputation for excellence in this field. Here clin- Kelly, Board of Overseers Chair Christine Connelly, State Representative Chris Ross, Dr. David Nunamaker, ical patients are examined and sophisticated Dr.Virginia Reef, Gretchen Jackson and Roy Jackson. ultrasound imaging techniques are used, often in conjunction with a treadmill work-up. hemorrhage. responded enthusiastically. In the research wing, the physiology The Scott Building was made possible The Scott Building is still being equipped laboratory is used by Dr. Eric Birks to expand through the generosity, loyalty and vision of with state-of-the-art diagnostic equipment and his work on exercise physiology of the equine many individuals and foundations who clinicians welcomed their first patients in early athlete and his studies of equine pulmonary recognized the need for the building and July.
Dr.Rodin cuts the ribbon.L to r,Dr.Kelly,Herbert Moelis,Christine Connelly,Dr.Rodin,Beverly Ensor,Gretchen Dr. Reef and Mrs. Elizabeth Moran. Jackson, Roy Jackson, Allaire duPont, Betty Moran, Ellen Moelis, Irene Landan, Margaret Duprey.
6 BELLWETHER 54 Dr. Reef and Mrs. and Mr. Jackson, in the background Dr. Pat Sertich and her The great-grandchildren of Almira and Hardie Scott. husband.
Herb Moelis, Allaire duPont, Dr. Kelly, Judith Rodin. Dr. Rodin, Dr. Kelly, Ms. Connelly
Major Donors to the Scott Equine Mrs. Jane MacElree Major Donors to Equipment for the Sports Medicine Building Mr. C. Taylor Marshall Scott Equine Sports Medicine Building American Gold Cup Mr. and Mrs. Ellice McDonald American Gold Cup Estate of Louise B. Barclay Mr. and Mrs. Herbert I. Moelis Mrs. Sarah R. Bogdanovitch Archie W. & Grace Berry Foundation Mrs. J. Maxwell Moran Chichester duPont Foundation Mrs. Sarah R. Bogdanovitch Elizabeth R. Moran Charitable Trust Clara Jeffrey Trust Mr. and Mrs. Michael J. Burke Mr. and Mrs. James M. Moran, Jr. Iron Spring Farm – c/o Mary Alice Chichester duPont Foundation Estate of Ruth E. Moredock Malone/Reomer Foundation Carol Dolinskas, M.D. Mrs. Henry D. Paxson Mr. and Mrs. M. Roy Jackson Ms. Viola Ellison Mrs. Mary G. Rockefeller Ms. Kathryn H. Johnston Evening in Old Saratoga Estate of Almira R. Scott Mr. and Mrs. Caesar P. Kimmel Mrs. Henrietta George Mr. Bayard Sharp Elizabeth R. Moran Charitable Trust Hanover Shoe Farms Foundation, Inc. Thomas & Nephele Wing Domencich Mrs. Mary G. Rockefeller Hilltop Farm – ISR Inspection Foundation, Inc. Scott Annuity Iron Spring Farm – c/o Ms. Mary Alice Mrs. Jean P. Tilt Thoroughbred Charities of America Malone/(Romer Foundation) Thoroughbred Retirement Foundation Three Chimneys Farm Mr. and Mrs. M. Roy Jackson Auction Account 2001 Saratoga Day at the Races The Clara Jeffery Trust Thoroughbred Charities of America Mr. and Mrs. William C. Lickle Estate of Gustav Veirman Mrs. Jane duPont Lunger Mr. and Mrs. William Wright
BELLWETHER 54 7 Dr. Cynthia Otto, associate professor of criti- & Feline Genomics: Comparative Genome Dr.Jorge Guerrero,adjunct professor of para- cal care medicine, was named “Veterinarian of Anatomy and Genetic Disease Meeting St. sitology, was appointed to the Executive Board the Year”by the Pennsylvania Veterinary Louis on “Gene Transfer for Lysosomal Storage of the American Heartworm Society in May. Medical Association at the annual meeting in Diseases” and at the American Society for Gene He will be the director in charge of organizing August at Hershey. Dr. Otto presented the Dr. Therapy, Boston Plenary Session presented one the Heartworm Symposium of 2004 and will Palace H. Seitz Memorial Lecture at the event. of the five best abstracts: “Neonatal Retroviral be organizing the continuing education pro- Marsha Finkelman,bio-medical purchasing Vector-Mediated Gene Therapy for grams for the society. He was elected to the manager at VHUP, will take office as president Mucopolysaccharidosis VII in Dogs Results in Board of Directors of the Eastern States Veteri- of VTAAP (Veterinary Technicians and Stable Hepatocyte Transduction and Marked nary Association and The North American Vet- Assistants Association of Pennsylvania, Inc.) in Improvement in Bone and Joint, Cardiac, and erinary Conference. From August 5 to Novem- January, 2003. She is also one of the organizers Corneal Manifestations For Up to 14 Months”. ber 2 Dr. Guerrero serves as a visiting professor of the Academy of Veterinary Technician In June he gave the Keynote address at the 7th at the College of Veterinary Medicine of the Anesthetists (AVTA) along with Ellen International Symposium on Mucopolysaccha- Universidade Federal Fluminense in Niteroi, Lomastro, Wendy Curtis-Uhle, and Larry ride and Related Diseases and 3rd Scientific Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. Nann. Ms. Finkelman is a member of an Lysosomal Storage Disorders Congress, Paris, Dr.James Serpell,Marie A. Moore Associate organizing committee for the 2004 AVMA France. It was titled “Animal Models – Advan- Professor of Humane Ethics and Animal convention to be held in Philadelphia. tages and Limitations.” Welfare, won an international competition for Dr.Andrei Thomas-Tikhonenko, assistant pro- Dr.Andrew Wood,professor of veterinary the best paper in Animal Studies with his essay fessor of pathology, received a grant from the radiology, Dr.Tobias Schwarz,lecturer in radiolo- “Beyond the Cute Response: Anthropomor- National Cancer Institute and National gy, and Dr.Allison Zwingenberger,resident in phism and Anthropomorphic Selection.” The Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases to radiology, attended the 9th Annual Scientific prize is publication of the essay in a special study the role of infection-induced, pro- Conference of the European Association of anniversary issue of the social sciences journal, inflammatory cytokines in suppression of Veterinary Diagnostic Imaging held in Murcia, Society & Animals, and a cash award. B-lymphoma growth Dr.Billy Smith, assistant and neovascularization. professor of medicine, Dr.Helen Aceto,V’97, received a University lecturer in animal health Research Foundation economics, participated Award for a project enti- in the National Rosettes & Ribbons tled “Improving Health Resources Conservation and Productivity in Service’s Eastern Region some recent accomplishments of note at the School Holstein Dairy Cows diag- Technical Workshop – nosed with Twins: Evalua- Restoring and Managing tion of Feeding Strategies.” the Stream Corridor. She presented a session Spain in July. Dr. Andrew Wood was the Dr.Robert Eckroade, associate professor of on biosecurity and human health issues. keynote speaker and presented three papers poultry pathology, was awarded the Dr.Adrian Morrison,professor of behavioral titled: “Sonography of Canine Splenic Nodules Distinguished Alumnus Award during the neuroscience, delivered the Fourth Annual – Distinguishing Benign from Malignant,” University of Georgia College of Veterinary Walter C. Randall Lecture on Biomedical Ethics “Equine Tendon and Ligament Sonography – Medicine Annual Conference and Alumni at the annual meeting of the American Physio- Current State of the Art and Future Prospects,” Reunion in April. logical Society in April in New Orleans. He also and “Establishing Student Learning of Radio- In July he conducted the annual meetings of taught in a sleep disorders course for Italian graphic Interpretation.” Dr. Schwarz’s presenta- the American Association of Avian Pathologists physicians in Bertinoro, Italy. In June, The tions were “Aneurysmal right auricle in two during the AVMA convention in Nashville. Sleep Research Society awarded him its Distin- dogs” and “Advanced imaging in selected fish Dr. Eckroade is celebrating his 19th year guished Scientist Award at its annual meeting patients with coelomic swelling” and Dr. as Secretary/Treasurer and CEO of the in Seattle, where he also gave an invited lecture. Zwingenberger presented two papers “Helical American Association of Avian Pathologists. In In August he spoke on the ethics of animal use Dual-Phase CT Angiography of the Normal March, he presented a paper “Procedures for at the Chatauqua Institutes as the lead-in to a Canine Hepatic Vasculature and Portal vein” Movement of Commercial Poultry, Eggs and program on “All Creatures Great and Small.” and “Helical CT Angiography of Canine Porto- Poultry Products during a Foot and Mouth Dr.Mark Haskins,V’69,professor of pathology, systemic Shunts.” For her presentation, Dr. Disease (FMD) Outbreak” at the North presented talks in April at the Second Sympo- Zwingenberger received the award for the most Atlantic Poultry Health and Management sium on Lysosomal Storage Diseases, Cannes, outstanding presentation by a resident from Conference in Portsmouth, N.H. At the France on the topic of “Animal Models for the Euopean College of Veterinary Diagnostic Western Poultry Disease Conference in Puerto MPS Disorders and their Clinical Relevance” Imaging. Vallarta, Mexico in April 2002, Dr. Eckroade and at the Federatif de Rescherche Therapeu- Dr.Darryl N.Biery became Emeritus Professor gave a presentation entitled “Geographical tique, Universite de Nantes, France on “Suc- of Radiology on July 1, 2002. Information System Technology in the cessful Gene Therapy for a Lysosomal Storage Dr.Margaret Sleeper,V’93, assistant professor Pennsylvania Poultry Industry”.In April, Dr. Disease in a Large Animal Model.” of cardiology, is the 4th alternate for the World Eckroade spearheaded an effort under the In May he spoke at the Advances in Canine Equestrian Games in Jerez, Spain (endurance). auspices of the United States Animal Health
8 BELLWETHER 54 Association to organize a working group of Avian Influenza experts in San Antonio to Scholarships address the problems of H5 and H7 Low Path- The Western States Scholarship was award- ship was awarded to Nadira Williams, V’06. ogenic Avian Influenza issues. ed to Karen Mondziel, V’04. Jason Cordeiro, Kaira Geithman, V’05,received the American Dr.Sherrill Davison,V’83, associate professor V’03 and Tony Ebling, V’03 each received the Kennel Club Scholarship. University of Penn- of avian medicine, was accepted into the SCAVMA Community Service Grant; Tony sylvania Hertzler Scholarships were awarded to Wharton School Executive MBA program; Ebling also received a Wagner Rural Medicine Timothy Mosebey,V’05 and Michelle Regester, classes began in May. In July, she conducted Scholarship as did Amber Itle, V’03 and Rebec- V’06. Amy Field, V’05, Karen Mondziel, V’04 the Board Meeting for the American College of ca Garabed, V’03. Kimberly Johnston, V’03, and Scott Goldman, V’03 each received a Unit- Poultry Veterinarians; she has held the position Mary Kwacz, V’03 and Christopher Ryan, V’03 ed States Army Scholarship. Danielle Springer, of Secretary/Treasurer for three years. Dr. each received a John and Maximillian Masley V’03 is the recipient of the Shirley E. Possinger Davison was awarded a two-year grant from Scholarship. Ms. Kwacz also received a scholar- Dean’s Scholarship. The Charles F. Reid Dean’s U.S. Poultry and Egg Association to investigate ship from the Union County Kennel Club and Scholarship was awarded to Karena Joung,V’03. “Mycoplasma Gallisepticum in Commercial Christopher Ryan is the recipient of at Pfizer Gina Cairone,V’03 received the Frank and Mae Layers in Pennsylvania.” Dr. Eric Gingerich Animal Health Scholarship. P. Contino Dean’s Scholarship. Coleen Kane,V’03 from the University of Pennsylvania and Dr. The Jay Jason Scholarship was awarded to received the Eric Tulleners Dean’s Scholarship. Stanley Kleven from the University of Georgia James Nutt, V’04.The Rotary District 7450 The following received Anne Linn White are co-investigators. awarded a scholarship to Emily Kuprion, V’03. Dean’s Scholarships: Kristin Burton, V’03, Dr.Craig Clifford,resident in oncology, received Kimberley Johnston, V’03 was awarded a schol- Holly Lynn Connolly, V’03, Kathy Heyn, V’04, a grant for a pilot study “Magnetic Resonance arship by Lloyd’s Equine Research and Educa- Emily Kupprion, V’03, Julia Lane, V’03, Lisa Imaging of Canine Splenic and Hepatic Lesions.” tion Program. The Csaba Vedlik Scholarship Meddock, V’03, John Vinciguerra, V’03, and The grant was made by Mr. and Mrs. Joseph M. was awarded to Anne Kroken, V’04. Jennifer Jeffrey Sachar, V’03.The following members of Field in memory of their dog Belinda. Jones, V’03 and Aylin Attila, V’04 each received the Class of ’03 received Charles S. and Phyllis Dr.Pamela Wilkins, assistant professor of a Lois F. Fairchild Scholarship in Veterinary H. Wolf Dean’s Scholarship: Daniel Hall, Brid- medicine and reproduction, became board cer- Public Service. get Hanley, Emily Kupprion, Julie McDade, tified in the American College of Veterinary The Westminster Kennel Foundation Schol- Krista Vernaleken. Emergency and Critical Care. Dr. Wilkins is arship was awarded to Meredith Daly, V’03. The following members of the Class of ’04 now board certified in two specialties, The Brett Begley, V’03 received the Dr. J. E. Salsbury received Mrs. Jack Billhardt Dean’s Scholar- American College of Veterinary Internal Medi- Scholarship. The Alonzo Edminston Scholar- ships: Mandy Becker, (continued on page 10) cine and the American College of Veterinary Emergency and Critical Care. She is one of only eight active equine specialists in Veteri- Hemoglobin-based Oxygen Carriers.” In July, Dr.Ina Dobrinski, assistant professor of large nary Emergency and Critical Care in the Unit- the School of Medicine at UCLA appointed Dr. animal reproduction, received a grant from the ed States. Dr. Wilkins presented eight hours of Driesen as adjunct assistant professor of National Institutes of Health for work on germ lecture on equine emergency and critical care anesthesiology. Also in July, he gave a presenta- cell transplantation in pigs. at the SIVE (Society of Italian Equine Veteri- tion entitled “ Increase in systemic oxygen con- Dr.Leszek Kubin,research associate professor narinans) meeting in Italy in January 2002. She tent by hemoglobin glutamer-200 (bovine; in the Department of Animal Biology, received chaired the equine program at the Internation- Oxyglobin®) – Promise or reality?” at the from the National Heart, Lung and Blood al Veterinary Emergency and Critical Care College of Veterinary Medicine, Department of Institute a new four-year research grant to Meeting in San Antonio in September. Clinical Veterinary Medicine, University of study the role of hypothalamus in the control Dr.Regina Turner,V’89, assistant professor of Cambridge, United Kingdom. of sleep and cardiorespiratory consequences of reproduction, presented an abstract at the 8th Dr.Gerhard Schad,professor of parasitology, sleep loss; he also received another grant from International Symposium on Equine Repro- was elected to honorary membership in the the same Institute to organize the 8th Interna- duction held in Fort Collins, Colo. Dr. Turner World Association for the Advancement of Vet- tional Symposium on Sleep & Breathing in also was chair of the equine sessions at the erinary Parasitology. He was also elected to the Reyjkjavik, Iceland, May 31-June 2, 2002 Society for Theriogenology Annual Meeting Council of the American Society of Dr.Christopher Hunter, associate professor of held in Colorado Springs. Parasitologists. parasitology, received a large, new grant to Dr.Bernd Driesen, assistant professor of anes- Dr.Meryl Littman,V’75, associate professor of study the “Early Immune Response to Toxo- thesia, in April, spent a week as visiting profes- medicine, received a grant from the AKC plasma gondii.” sor in the anesthesia service of the Veterinary Canine Health Foundation for “Longitudinal Dr.Gail Smith,V’74,professor of orthopedic Medical University of Vienna, Austria and gave Field Studies of Families of Soft Coated surgery, chair, Department of Clinical Studies- a presentation on the role of blood substitutes Wheaten Terriers Affected with Protein-Losing Philadelphia, and Dr.Amy Kapatkin, assistant pro- in the treatment of hemorrhagic shock. In Enteropathy and/or Protein-Losing Nephro- fessor of surgery, have co-authored a three-part May, he was invited by the Department of pathy and the Foundation of a DNA Bank.” series on hip dysplasia appearing in three succes- Anesthesiology, School of Medicine, University The co-investigators are Dr.Paula Henthorn, sive issues in the Compendium starting July 2002. of California-Los Angeles, to present a associate professor of medical genetics and Dr. In July, Dr. Smith presented a scientific paper at “Proposal for the Development of an Applied Urs Giger,Charlotte Newton Sheppard Professor the annual meeting of the European College of Basic Sciences Program for the Study of of Medicine. Veterinary Surgeons in Vienna, Austria.
BELLWETHER 54 9 Opportunity Scholarship Honors Constantine “George” Pournaras Former students and residents have funded impact he had on caring for patients and on Philip B. Hofmann Professor in Equine a new Opportunity Scholarship to honor teaching students.” Medicine and Reproduction, New Constantine “George” Pournaras,who worked The effort to create this living memorial to Bolton Center; at the School for more than 40 Pournaras was led by James V. • Ronald J. Martens, D.V.M.,Professor of years. Pournaras learned about Stewart, V’68.According to Dr. Medicine and Coordinator of Equine the creation of the scholarship Stewart, “New Bolton Center Infectious Disease Program, Depart- shortly before he passed away was a defining influence in our ment of Large Animal Medicine and Surgery, College of Veterinary Medi- on May 4, 2002. lives and George Pournaras cine, Texas A&M University; At first, Pournaras worked was an integral part of this • William Moyer, D.V.M.,Professor of in a variety of positions at the process. The initiation of this Sports Medicine & Department Head, School, but he is best known Opportunity Scholarship prior Department of Large Animal Medicine for his service as an anesthetist to George’s death allowed us to and Surgery, College of Veterinary at New Bolton Center. Accord- reaffirm and restate our love Medicine, Texas A&M University; ing to Dean Alan M. Kelly,“The scholarship is for the program and the people who helped to • Dean W. Richardson, D.V.M.,The a wonderful tribute to George and his many make us who we are today.” The scholarship’s Charles W. Raker Professor of Equine contributions during his four decades of serv- funders are: Surgery and Chief of Large Animal ice to Penn. We will be forever grateful for the • Jill Beech,V’72,The Georgia E. and Surgery, New Bolton Center • James V.Stewart, V’68,Partner,Yergey, Stewart, Vallance & Associates, Laurel, (continued from page 9) Md. Scholarships According to Dr. Moyer, who first met Joshua Eaton, Lauren Entes, Stephen Godin, Samuel T. and Emily Rawnsley Dean’s Pournaras when he was an intern and resident Caitlin Heinze, Carrie Horton, Michael Koch, Scholarships were awarded to Simon and who later served on the New Bolton Center Ann Kroken, Christa Regan, Jennifer Seybold; Alexander, V’04, Meghan Brumsted, V’05, Scott faculty from 1980 to 1993, “New Bolton Center, David Kersten V’03 and Anna Skope, V’03 also Gellman, V’04, Kimberly Johnston, V’03, Ellen Dr. Charles Raker, and the myriad of dedicated received Billhardt Scholarships. Rickey, V’05.The Dr. John Baxter Taylor Schol- folks like George have made such a positive and Dr. M. Josephine Deubler Dean’s Scholar- arships were awarded to Raul Casas-Diaz, V’04 lasting contribution. The value of that collec- ships were awarded to the following members and Nadira Williams, V’06. tive contribution cannot be calculated but only of the Class of ’04: Kara Ballek, Raul Casas- Holly Edwards,V’04 and Siobhan Haney,V’04 estimated as being enormous. For me personal- Dolz, Laura Javsicas, Rachel Pearson, Kelli received New York Farmers Scholarships. Edwin J. ly, it was a life enhancing experience.” Russell, Arlene Schneiderman.Bruce J.Heim Andrews Dean’s Scholarships were awarded to Gina Linda L. Pournaras Alonzo, George’s daugh- Dean’s Scholarships were awarded to the follow- Cairone,V’03 and Keira Geithman,V’05.Nathan ter, expressed her family’s appreciation for the ing members of the Class of 04: Jill Crompton, Harvewy, V’03 and Rosemary Santos,V’05 received scholarship’s creation: “Growing up my father Daniel Eisenberg, Kathy Heym, Karen Class of ’67 Scholarships. The Harry B. Roshon devoted his life to two things … New Bolton Mondziel, Linda Nelson, Jocelyn Patterson; Memorial Dean’s Scholarships were awarded to Jill Center and his family. He taught us that hard Meredith Daly,V’03 also received a Heim Schol- Compton,V’04 and Erik Herrema,V’03.Christina work and family are the two most important arship. The Jack Mara/Hill’s Pet Products Dean’s Phillips,V’03 received the Eberhard LeSchin things in life … when I received the phone call Scholarship was awarded to Lauren May,V’05. Founders Scholarship. The Palace H. Seitz Memori- from Dr. Stewart informing me of the scholar- The following members of the Class of ’05 al Scholarship was awarded to Lisa Meddock,V’03. ship, fortunately my father was still alive, and I received Henry S. McNeil, Jr. Dean’s Scholarships: The following members of the Class of ’06 could not contain my joy and pride … I relayed Derek Cissell, Brian Palmeiro, Koranda Wallace; received Opportunity Scholarships (OS): to him what Dr. Stewart said to me that he Holly Connolly,V’03 also received a McNeil Christie Schroth – The Sandy and Charles touched their lives and made them better peo- Scholarship. J. Maxwell Moran, Sr. Dean’s Schol- Koenig OS; Christin L.Veeder – The Charles F. ple, and that they wanted to do something in arships were awarded to the following members Reid OS; Nadine A. Salomon – The M. Phyllis his honor to thank him.” of the Class of 03: David Bessler, Julia Lane; Lose OS; Amanda L. Lang – The Solstice OS; Established in 1998, the Opportunity Schol- Karen Mondziel,V’04; and the following mem- Patrick J. Ford – The Norbert and Mary arship Program is designed to foster scholar- bers of the Class of 05: Christopher Blum, McManus OS; Lauren M. Greene – The Charles ship support and mentoring opportunities for Rachel Cianciolo, Nora Grenager, Justin Kontir, W. Raker OS; Alexander M. Chan – The Conrad students. The recipient of the Pournaras schol- Audra Olsen, Sarah Reuss, Joshua Snyder. Roblejo OS; Kari Lyon – The William J. Solomon arship is Timothy Mann, V’06,a resident of Ethel G. and Allen H. Carruth Dean’s Schol- OS; Michelle H. Patrick – The Marilyn B. Weber Brooklyn, N.Y. He is a 1999 graduate of Hamp- arships were awarded to Erik Herrema, V’03, OS; Leslie C. McLaughlin – The Yergey, Stewart shire College in Amherst, Mass., where he Christa Regan, V’04 and these members of the and Vallance OS; Timothy Mann – The George majored in Geography. He is interested in Class of 05: Amanda Bowden, Stephanie Constantin Pournaras OS; Kristin Willoughby – studying equine medicine at Penn. DiFrischia, Amy Durham, Sabrina Goscilo. The Hopewell Veterinary Group OS.
10 BELLWETHER 54 V.M.D..M.D.Notes NOTES V.M.D. V.M.D.Notes NOTES V.M.D. V.M.D.Notes NOTES V.M.D. NOTES V.M.D.Notes V.M.D. NOTES V.M.D.Notes V.M.D. NOTES Magic at Pimlico! by Joan Capuzzi Giresi,C’86 V’98 alerted him to the up-and-comer last winter. “You pulled into someone’s driveway and you If he were a betting man, Allen B. Wisner, “It’s been exciting to have a horse with these did anything from cutting a few calves or pigs V’65, probably wouldn’t have taken the odds accomplishments named after me,”Wisner, 62, to looking at the pet dog. And then the woman on the anonymous little colt that came into his says of the tribute. of the house offered you a hot apple pie to take clinic three years ago with a bum leg. The distinction has also earned Wisner home.” But Magic Weisner – whose owner, Nancy attention in the national and international Three years into mixed practice, Wisner Alberts, named him after Wisner as a tribute to press. Dean Alan M. Kelly recognized the acco- decided to limit his work to equine medicine. the doctor’s good medical care – healed up well lade in a recent letter to Wisner: “Nancy “When you grow up around horses,” he and went on to success in two Triple Crown Alberts' choice to name Magic Weisner after explains, “they get into your system.” races. you is a wonderful gesture of her gratitude for In 1968, Wisner opened Green Glen Equine The five-month-old colt, housed at a local the care you provided him. We are proud of Center in Glen Rock, Pa., just north of the farm in rural Maryland, presented to Wisner your honor and the recognition it will bring to Maryland-Pennsylvania border. His practice, with acute lameness secondary to a septic fet- the vital role veterinarians have in improving which now includes an office, a surgical facility lock joint. Wisner remem- the health and welfare of and two treatment barns, is situated on the 75- bers him as being “a pleas- horses." acre property where he lives with his wife ant youngster to be Born and raised in the Carolyn, who runs the office. around,” in contrast to deep horse country of Engaged in track work initially, Wisner was most unweaned, Chestnut Ridge, Maryland, a sole practitioner for nearly two decades. unschooled – and generally some 25 miles north of Today, his casework consists mainly of farm fractious – foals. Baltimore, Wisner – whose horses, breeding and lameness exams. He Beyond this fleeting father was a jockey and a employs three other veterinarians, including comparison, Wisner recalls his son, Wade, V’92. little else of the bay: “He While all three of Wis- was just a plain brown ner’s sons pursued science wrapper.” careers, Wade is the only one Wisner irrigated the Allen B.Wisner,V’65 to have followed in his dad’s colt’s joint and maintained veterinary footsteps. “Proba- him on intravenous antibiotics for three days trainer – spent bly one of the best days in at his clinic before sending him home on intra- his nascent days my life is when I found out I muscular antibiotics. Although the colt at the track. His was going to be able to give responded well, Wisner recalls, “I told (Alberts) happiest memo- Wade his vet school diplo- that if she wanted to race him, she was going to ry of his youth, ma,” says the elder Wisner. need some luck because this was a severe prob- he says, was When Wade joined the lem that could interfere with his ability to “mixing hot practice ten years back, he become a racehorse.” mash for the Cindy Pierson Dulay/horse-races.net contributed his knowledge Magic got lucky. In 2002, after a promising horses in the Magic Weisner in the post-Preakness Stakes parade. of newer medications and start that included a handful of stakes victories, wintertime.” techniques like ultrasound the gelding longshot – whose dam Alberts pur- Young Wisner housed strays and, for as long and gastroscopy. While he enjoys the occasion- chased for $1 when the filly was an unsound 2- as he can remember, dreamed of becoming a al opportunity to work alongside Wade in sur- year-old – took second in the Preakness Stakes, veterinarian. As a teenager, he learned to ride, gery, Wisner spends more than half of his 60- finishing just 3/4 of a length behind Kentucky and recalls being comforted by his being young hour work week on the road making farm Derby winner War Emblem, and fourth in the enough and small enough – Wisner stands 5'2" calls. He hopes to turn the reins over to his son Belmont Stakes. This summer, Magic Weisner today – to become a jockey if his veterinary in the next few years so that he can spend time had his first graded stakes win in the Ohio pursuits faltered. on hobbies like hunting and bass fishing. Derby on July 20, and placed second again to After completing a pre-veterinary science And certainly, Wisner plans to continue fol- War Emblem in the Haskell Invitational on curriculum at Penn State University and the lowing the racing career of his other junior, August 4. University of Maryland, Wisner began veteri- Magic Weisner. Wisner, who follows racing and once nary school. He says that the greatest career Editor’s note: Magic was treated at New dabbled in the sport as a horse owner and impact of his veterinary education at Penn Bolton Center in early September for West Nile breeder, was unaware of his former patient’s came from “the guidance and contact I had virus. He is expected to make a full recovery and athletic prowess – and his name, Magic Weisner with Dr. Charles Raker.” return to racing. D. Robert Vallance, V’70, is (a misspelling by Alberts of Wisner’s name) – After graduation, Wisner opened a mixed Magic’s veterinarian at his home track, Laurel until a veterinarian at Pimlico Race Course practice. He recollects these early days fondly. Park, in Laurel, Md.
BELLWETHER 54 11 V.M.D..M.D.Notes NOTES V.M.D. V.M.D.Notes NOTES V.M.D. V.M.D.Notes NOTES V.M.D. NOTES V.M.D.Notes V.M.D. NOTES V.M.D.Notes V.M.D. NOTES Alumni Weekend 2002
On Saturday, May 11, many alumni and their guests enjoyed attending a variety of Alumni Weekend 2002 events this year on the School’s Philadelphia campus. From the Veterinary Medical Alumni Soci- ety Annual Meeting to the Alumni Day Picnic Photograph by Jon Adams/hi5photos by Photograph with special visitor, University President Judith Rodin, CW’66, and from the Parade of Classes down Locust Walk to the Alumni Dinner Hon- oring the 2002 Reunion Classes at the Universi- ty of Pennsylvania Museum, Alumni Weekend 2002 was an exciting time for alumni to return to Penn. Save the date! Alumni Weekend 2003 and With Dean Alan M. Kelly, President Rodin greets reunions for classes ending in “3” or “8” will be Jules Silver,V’47. held on May 16-18.
Calvin Moon, V’52, leading the School of Veterinary Medicine in the Parade of Classes down Locust Walk.
H. Mark Saunders, V’81, Claudia Damsky Heyman, C’83, Steven Jay Heyman, C’83 V’87, and Lynn Mirbach Walker,V’87. Corinne R. Sweeney, D.V.M., professor of medicine of New Bolton Center, receives the 2002 Excellence in Teaching Award from Daniel D.Bleicher,V’53.The Veterinary Medical Alumni Society presents this annual award to an educator recommended by recent graduates. Jack Bregman, V’66, Brenda Lewis Stewart, V’70, and James V.Stewart,V’68.
Marilyn B.Weber,V’75, Lloyd B. Kornblatt,V’47, and his wife, Dolores.
University President Judith Rodin,CW’66,addresses Members of the Class of 1957 in the Chinese Veterinary alumni and their guests. Rotunda of the University of Pennsylvania Museum. Mark Mills,V’92,with daughter,Fiona,and son,Ian.
12 BELLWETHER 54 V.M.D..M.D.Notes NOTES V.M.D. V.M.D.Notes NOTES V.M.D. V.M.D.Notes NOTES V.M.D. NOTES V.M.D.Notes V.M.D. NOTES V.M.D.Notes V.M.D. NOTES
To mark its 10th year reunion, the Class of 1992 donated its yearbook sale proceeds to help pur- Class of 1947: Lloyd B. Kornblatt and Jules Silver. chase a pulse oximeter for the new Isolation Unit in VHUP. Dean Kelly accepted the device from class members: Caroline L. Merchant, Marko R. Sima, and Dina A. Rovere.
Dean Kelly with Russell S. Edmonds, V’37, and his wife, Doris.
Members of the Class of 1987: Nina R. Beyer, Lynn Mirbach Walker, and Mary G. Boy.
Members of the Class of 1992 and future alumni at the University of Pennsylvania Museum: Dinah E. Flack, Caroline L.Merchant, John J.McCauley, Marko R. Sima, Dina A. Rovere, and Gia A. Croce.
Class of 1952:Calvin Moon,Loy C.Awkerman,Robert D. Barndt,John L.Wilkins,Fred R.Guenther,Jr.,John E. Whitehead, Arthur P. Coogan, Donald E. Siffin, Class of 1967: Robert S. Goldstein, Carolyn Reed, Robert M. Schwartzman, Sidney H. Flaxman, and Alan B. Schreier, and Jon A. Stokes. Raymond Schlosser, Jr.
Class of 1957:Vernon R.Yingling,Charles W.Koenig, Class of 1997: Michael H. Yuan, Kaisa H. Hodgkins, The Gerstenfeld Family: Traudi, Sheldon, V’68, and Charles L. Putnam, Howard H Hine, Jr., George L. Anita Impellizeri, Michele M. Campellone, Kelly A. Tyler, C’05. Anstadt,Willard G. Janssen, and Harvey W. Hayden. Papke, and Dexter J. Archer.
BELLWETHER 54 13 V.M.D..M.D.Notes NOTES V.M.D. V.M.D.Notes NOTES V.M.D. V.M.D.Notes NOTES V.M.D. NOTES V.M.D.Notes V.M.D. NOTES V.M.D.Notes V.M.D. NOTES 2002 Alumni Award of Merit Recipients During the Annual Meeting of the Veterinary several books including “Blessed Are The Medical Alumni Society (VMAS) of the Univer- Broodmares” and “Blessed Are The Foals.” sity of Pennsylvania School of Veterinary Medi- Dr. Lawrence T. Glickman,a 1972 graduate. cine on May 11, 2002, three alumni received a A resident of West Lafayette, Ind., he is Profes- 2002 Alumni Award of Merit. They are: sor of Epidemiology and Public Health and Dr. Calvin Moon,a 1952 graduate. A resi- Head of Section of Clinical Epidemiology, dent of Allentown, N.J., he helped to establish Department of Veterinary Pathobiology, Pur- the Columbus, N.J., Central Veterinary Hospi- due University School of Veterinary Medicine. tal, and is a former president of the New Jersey He has conducted studies that have focused on Veterinary Medical Association. He has been how animals can serve as sentinels of environ- honored with the New Jersey Distinguished mental health hazards to people. Jon Adams/hi5photos by Photograph Service Medal, the state’s highest military The VMAS honors alumni who have made From left to right: Calvin Moon, V’52, Eric M. honor, for his service in the Submarine Service outstanding contributions to their profession Bregman, V’95, VMAS President, and Lawrence T. Glickman,V’72. (M. Phyllis Lose,V’57, was unable to in the Pacific Theater during World War II. and the School with the Alumni Award of receive her award in person.) Dr. M. Phyllis Lose,a 1957 graduate. A resi- Merit. The award is given annually to recognize dent of Haines City, Fla., she owned Circle E distinguished graduates for their contributions society through civic activities which foster the Equine Hospital in Bensalem, Pa., and is a that advance knowledge in biomedicine, pro- advancement of the profession and the School’s commission veterinarian at Tampa Bay Downs mote the welfare of animals through public good name. race track in Tampa, Fla. She is the author of education of animal owners, and benefit
University of Pennsylvania University of Pennsylvania University of Pennsylvania School of Veterinary Medicine School of Veterinary Medicine School of Veterinary Medicine Veterinary Medical Alumni Society Veterinary Medical Alumni Society Veterinary Medical Alumni Society Salutes Salutes Salutes Calvin Moon, V.M.D. M. Phyllis Lose, V.M.D. Lawrence T. Glickman, V.M.D. Class of 1952 Class of 1957 Class of 1972 For advancing veterinary care in your communi- For being a pioneer in the field of veterinary For educating many veterinarians for more than ty by helping to establish the Columbus, N.J., Central medicine as the first woman to: establish an equine- 20 years in your faculty positions at various veteri- Veterinary Hospital, which in 1976 was only the sec- only practice; become a member of the American nary schools, most notably since 1988 as Professor of ond central veterinary hospital in the Eastern United Association of Equine Practitioners; and be appoint- Epidemiology and Public Health and Head of Sec- States. ed the Official Veterinarian of the Devon Horse tion of Clinical Epidemiology, Department of Veteri- For taking a leadership role in the New Jersey Show, the oldest and largest outdoor multi-breed nary Pathobiology, Purdue University School of Vet- Veterinary Medical Association by serving as its pres- horse competition in the United States. erinary Medicine. ident, and by serving on the scholarship committee For your landmark book, “Blessed Are The For your numerous honors that promote the of the New Jersey Veterinary Foundation. Broodmares,” which, when first published in 1978, it School of Veterinary Medicine’s good name, includ- For taking an active interest in your profession as was the only existing source to contain such a wide ing the Veterinary Student Government Award for an honor roll member of both the American Veteri- range of information on the care of the breeding of Excellence in Teaching from your alma mater in nary Medical Association and the New Jersey Veteri- mare from mating, through gestation, to foaling and 1987 and the Pfizer Research Excellence Award in nary Medical Association. nursing, and on the care of the young horse. Your 1997. For your service to the community that promotes other books, “Blessed Are The Foals,” and your auto- For your various research projects that have the good name of the School of Veterinary Medicine, biography, “No Job For a Lady,” have advanced the advanced the health and welfare of animals and most notably as a past president of the Rotary Club knowledge of your fellow professionals, horse owners humans, including how animals can serve as sen- of Bordentown, N.J., and as a member of the North- and breeders. tinels of environmental health hazards to people. ern Burlington County, N.J., Regional High School For your various research projects that have For your contributions to books, journals, and Board of Education. advanced the health and welfare of show, race, and technical reports, which have advanced the knowl- For being honored with the New Jersey Distin- pleasure horses. edge of your fellow professionals and animal owners guished Service Medal, the state’s highest military For taking an active interest in your profession as and breeders. honor, for your service in the Submarine Service in a member of the American Veterinary Medical Asso- For your service to Purdue University by serving the Pacific Theater during World War II. ciation, the Pennsylvania Veterinary Medical Associ- on its faculty senate and numerous academic com- For being recognized by the School of Veterinary ation, and the Association for Women Veterinarians. mittees. Medicine with its Centennial Award of Merit in The Alumni Award of Merit is presented to you The Alumni Award of Merit is presented to you 1984 for your outstanding contributions to veteri- this 11th day of May 2002. this 11th day of May 2002 nary medicine. The Alumni Award of Merit is presented to you this 11th day of May 2002.
14 BELLWETHER 54 V.M.D..M.D.Notes NOTES V.M.D. V.M.D.Notes NOTES V.M.D. V.M.D.Notes NOTES V.M.D. NOTES V.M.D.Notes V.M.D. NOTES V.M.D.Notes V.M.D. NOTES Class Notes 1935 1954 days when Bill Boucher, Bob Marshak, Charlie During the New Jersey Veterinary Medical William M. Adams, Jr., e-mailed his own Raker, Dave Detweiler, and Jacques Jenny were Association’s annual meeting in March 2002, memories after reading the special New Bolton our immediate teachers with whom we associ- Amos W. Stults was honored with the Veteri- Center 50th Anniversary issue of Bellwether.Dr. ated on a daily basis since there were only 37 narian of the Year Award from the Central New Adams wrote, in part, “What a flood of wonder- students in the class.” He continued, “It was Jersey VMA. He is an emeritus member and ful memories you elicited. We certainly did not this issue of Bellwether which brought back to former president of the NJVMA. Dr. Stults is see clinical cases in those days at NBC but we me the beginning of my 43 years of professional past director of Hopewell Veterinary Group, were exposed to an exotic environment (as activity, and the spirit of my alma mater.” located in Hopewell, N.J., where his son, Amos opposed to West Philly), flavored with a most 1966 W. Stults, Jr., V’73,practices. sincere, dedicated faculty. … We all knew our Barry N. Kellogg,team leader of Veterinary 1940 class roll alphabetically and could spiel it off in Medical Assistance Team (VMAT) 1, was hon- our sleep. We were always present because some- ored with the other VMAT team leaders for Martin M. Kaplan wrote The Pennsylvania one would say ‘here’ when your name was Gazette that he is director of the Pugwash Con- aiding in the search-and-rescue efforts at called. … There was, always, Dr. Boucher, a more Ground Zero in the wake of the September 11 ferences on Science and World Affairs office in dedicated, loyal Penn faculty member did not Geneva. Pugwash, recipient of the 1995 Nobel terrorist attacks. The team leaders received the exist. My, how we responded to big B. He came American Veterinary Medical Association’s Peace Prize, is an international scientific organ- down on us like a thundercloud if we did not ization dedicated to reducing and eliminating (AVMA) President’s Award during its Annual give 100%. Another classmate, Bill Nehoda, and I Convention in July 2002. The award recognizes the threat posed to humanity by nuclear went deer hunting that meant taking time off, weapons and war. Dr. Kaplan has been married individuals and groups inside and outside vet- skipping school that is. Well big B had no use for erinary medicine who have made a positive since 1959 to Lenna, and they have two sons, that. Dr. Boucher never forgot us at special chore Peter and Jeffrey, both doctors in the U.S.; their impact on animal, human or public health, time nor did he ever forgive us. However we veterinary organizations, and the profession. daughter, Alexa, and two grandchildren, Emma became very good personal friends thereafter. … and Alex, live in France. According to Dr. Kellogg, “We’re truly humbled Dr. Marshak’s description of his first glimpse of and honored by this recognition. We had a 1945 the ‘antediluvian Quad’ brought to mind the chance to do something even if it was small, Jack K. Robbins was honored by the Cali- time our five-year-old son was placed on the and for that we are grateful.” fornia Thoroughbred Trainers with a dinner in back of a huge drafter in Huidekoper Field. He During the Massachusetts Veterinary Med- April 2002 to benefit the Edwin J. Gregson promptly fell off but due to the amount of ical Association’s annual meeting in May 2002, Foundation, which provides scholarships for organic material in the Field he was not injured.” Dr. Kellogg was honored with a Merit Award the children of California backstretch workers. 1959 for his dedication and leadership of VMAT-1. A longtime equine practitioner at California Todd Addis was also moved to write after racetracks, Dr. Robbins was recognized for his 1967 reading the New Bolton Center 50th Anniver- Lenn R. Harrison, director of the Livestock many contributions to the Thoroughbred sary issue of Bellwether.Dr. Addis reminisced horse racing industry. Disease Diagnostic Center (LDDC) at the about the senior year pranks of his class and University of Kentucky College of Agriculture, 1953 those of the classmates of his father, Clarkson was quoted in the May 13, 2002, issue of The New William A. Truban was profiled by the Addis, Sr., V’17. “My father’s classmates [outdid York Times about Mare Reproductive Loss Virginia-Maryland Regional College of the pranks of my class] by the dismantlement Syndrome (MRLS). The LDDC is charged with Veterinary Medicine (VMRCVM) in their of a professor’s carriage, moving it to the roof the diagnoses of animal diseases and perform- Winter-Spring 2002 newsletter. Two sons, both of [the Quadrangle Building] and reassembled ance of tests which safeguard the health of the VMRCVM graduates, followed in their father’s it in the hitching position. I guess there was no animal population in Kentucky, and has played footsteps and are veterinarians. One son has safe place to tie the horse on the roof so they an active role in studying MRLS, a disease that taken over the Shenandoah Animal Hospital, left him earthed,” wrote Dr. Addis. has occurred among pregnant mares in central which Dr. Truban started in Woodstock, Va., in Uri Bargai,professor emeritus at The Koret Kentucky and resulted in losses estimated at $336 the same year he graduated from Penn. Dr. School of Veterinary Medicine of The Hebrew million in 2001 for the Thoroughbred industry. Truban served in the Senate of Virginia for 21 University of Jerusalem, wrote to Dean Kelly years, including 15 years as Minority Leader. As after receiving the special New Bolton Center 1968 a senator, he was instrumental in the establish- 50th Anniversary issue of Bellwether.Dr.Bargai Richard A. Mansmann was inducted in ment of the VMRCVM. Dr. Truban also has wrote, in part, “Reading the last Bellwether was 2002 into the International Equine Veterinari- served as president of the Virginia Veterinary exceptionally emotional to me. It arouse back ans Hall of Fame. The Hall of Fame was creat- Medical Association and been honored as their all my memories from my days at the School, ed in 1997 by the American Farriers Journal to Veterinarian of the Year. when we lived as students in the Farm House, recognize veterinarians who have contributed later renamed the Allam House. These were the (continued on page 18)
BELLWETHER 54 15 Commencement The Class of 2002 is the 117th graduating class of the School. On May 13, 72 women and 33 men took the Veterinarian’s Oath, bringing the total number of graduates to 5,834. Dean Alan M. Kelly greeted the families and friends of the graduates in the Zellerbach Theatre at the Annenberg Center on campus. Board of Overseers Chair Christine Connelly addressed the graduates and the Commence- ment Address was delivered by Lester M. Crawford, D.V.M.,Ph.D, the deputy commis- Dean Kelly, PVMA President Dr. Rummel and FDA sioner of the Food and Drug Administration, Deputy Commissioner Dr. Crawford. United States Department of Health and Human Services. He is the first veterinarian to hold this position. Dean Kelly, with the assistance of Dr. Ronald Harty and Dr. Amy Kapatkin, who each were honored in April with the Dean’s Award for Leadership in Education – Dr. Harty in basic science education and Dr. Kapatkin in clinical science education – and Associate Dean Jeffrey Wortman, V’69, presented the diplomas. Class President Christine Bohn accepted the class flag from Dr. Robert Stewart, V’68, who represented the Veterinary Medical Alumni Society. Dr. Kenneth J. Drobatz,Carl J. Norden Distinguished Teacher Awardee, assist- ed the dean with the awarding of prizes. Pennsylvania Veterinary Medical Association President Dr. James R. Rummel, V’79, administered the Veterinarian’s Oath.
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Christina Lynn Anderson Amy Faulls Rachel Ann Kaufman Erica Lynn Reineke†† Hadley Spencer Bagshaw Tracy Anne Filler Angela Beth Keffer Frieda Catherine Rest Szczepan Waclaw Baran Kristen Nicole Fischer††† James Stewart Kehler Amanda Jo Rouen Alison Brady Beale††† Carol Frollo Heather Elizabeth Kirchart Melissa Darleen Sánchez-Pillich *††† Christine Bohn Danielle Therese Frost Erika Lauren Krick††† Daniel Loren Schar Kenyon Jeannette Brewer Rebecca Lynne Fulton Kristin Margaret Kutscher John Donald Schrank Jeleen Johanna Angeles Briscoe Melissa Christine Geedey† Sara Pola Langsam Hillary Alison Sheipe-Oppenheim Tara Jean Britt Adam Craig Gerstein William Richard LaSota Amy Bucher Shokek Micah Che Brodsky Christopher John Gibson Patty Ann Lathan Shari Cyd Silverman Jon David Roy Calsyn Babette Gladstein * Annette Marie LePère John Daniel Sivick Vincent W. Carroll Kimberly Rust Goodrich† Bryan Richard Lohr Kevin Patrick Smith David John Champaigne Elizabeth Le Senne Gordan†† Jeffrey John Luetke Nancy Soares Angie Lynn Shaffer Cheek Margaret Coates Gordon Heather Anne Lyons Jennifer Ivy Sorowitz Catherine S. C. Cheng Andrew Lee Greller Erin Nedene Mairs††† Ian Brett Spiegel†† Rosalind Siu-Yee Chow Steven Harry Gross Katherine Suzanne Masek *†† Angela Christine Summers Joyce Kimberly Cohen Jennifer Williams Gschwend Mary Blair McConnel Robin Christi Valentine Michael Andrew Cohen Aspen Alexis Hammond Paul Joseph McGough Lennie Rae Jeannette Vangorder Sherri Sue Cokefair Adrienne Hancock† Craig McLahan Melinda Frank Waskow† Edward Serge Cooper Amy Louise Hancock Catherine Marie McManus Steve Roger West Sarah Newton D’Oench† Kendra Diane Hearon Amy Dae Nagy Kelly Patricia Yamada * Liza Ivana Dadone Jeffrey Jay Horst Beth Ann Nebzydoski Brian Caffrey Young Edwin Wylie Darrin Charlie Chun Hsu Tracy Elizabeth Norman†† *Indicates August 10, 2002 Graduates Danalyn Marie Dess Robert Alan Huddleston Kenneth Davidson Norris December 21,2001 Graduates Teri Lynn Drean John Alton Inkley Karen Theresa Oberthaler†† Jude Fiorini Marcilyn Frances Duman Rachael Joan Johnson† Kristina Brager Olsen†† Amy Elizabeth Matthews† Leo William Egar Carlin Frances Jones Amy-Lynn Parkman ††† Summa Cum Laude Julie Engiles† Heather Rachelle Jones Lisa Maria Pasquarello †† Magna Cum Laude Todd Charles Estelle Megan Elizabeth Julian Brooke Scott Piercy † Cum Laude
Award Recipients Leonard Pearson Prize American College of Veterinary Hill’s Award George M. Palmer Prize Nancy Soares Radiology Award Amy-Lynn Parkman Sarah Newton D’Oench Hadley Spencer Bagshaw J.B. Lippincott Prize Iams/VECCS Award for Pharmacia & Upjohn Awards Alison Brady Beale American College of Veterinary Excellence in Veterinary Small Animal Award Surgeons Prizes Emergency and Critical Care Margaret Coates Gordon 1930 Class Prize in Surgery Small Animal Surgery Prize Amy-Lynn Parkman Large Animal Award Julie Engiles Alison Brady Beale Kristina Brager Olsen James Hazlitt Jones Prize in Auxiliary to the American Veteri- Large Animal Surgery Prize Biochemistry Charles F. Reid Sports Medicine nary Medical Association Prize John Daniel Sivick Melissa Christine Geedey and Imaging Award Christine Bohn American Society of Laboratory Steven Harry Gross Large Animal Medicine Prize Faculty/Student Chapter, AVMA Animal Practitioners Student Sara Pola Langsam Lynn Sammons Food Animal Prize Award Award Alison Brady Beale Joyce Kimberly Cohen Large Animal Surgery Prize John Alton Inkley Tracy Elizabeth Norman Phi Zeta Award Everingham Prize for Cardiology Morris L Ziskind Prize in Food Katherine Suzanne Masek David John Champaigne Merck Awards Animal Medicine Small Animal Award American Animal Hospital Field Service Prize Christina Lynn Anderson Brian Caffrey Young Association Award Angie Lynn Shaffer Cheek Large Animal Award Morris L. Ziskind Prize in Public Kimberly Rust Goodrich The Peter Francis Anatomy Julie Engiles Health American Association of Feline Award Erika Lauren Krick 1956 Class Medal for Practitioners Award Melissa Darleen Sánchez-Pillich Patty Ann Lathan Achievement in Pathology Amanda Jo Rouen Melissa Darleen Sánchez-Pillich
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Class Notes (continued from page 15) to the knowledge and recognition of proper dressage, driving, eventing, and jumping. She mid-1970s, have left the Michigan State hoof care for horses. He was recognized for his has been an AAEP member since 1974 and is University College of Veterinary Medicine for outstanding accomplishments in equine hoof co-facilitator of the Performance Horse Forum the Atlantic Veterinary College at the University health. Dr. Mansmann has recently rejoined at the AAEP Annual Convention. of Prince Edward Island. Sally serves as associ- North Carolina State University College of ate professor and Director of Animal Resources Veterinary Medicine as clinical professor and 1974 & Attending Veterinarian. Richard is professor director of the College’s new Equine Health R. Wayne Randolph was honored with of surgery in the Department of Companion Program. He is the co-author of the definitive induction as a Distinguished Practitioner in the Animals. book, Equine Lameness,which investigates ther- National Academy of Practice in Veterinary apy, the disease and treatment. Medicine of the National Academies of Practice 1978 (NAP) in April 2002. Founded in 1981, the Anna E. Worth was elected to the board of 1971 NAP is an organization devoted to promoting directors of the American Animal Hospital Gerald E. Pietsch writes that that his son, quality health care for all through interdiscipli- Association on March 27, 2002. Dr. Worth is Gregory, has just graduated from the University nary practice, education and research. The NAP the hospital director and owner of the West of Minnesota College of Veterinary Medicine has participated in important healthcare public Mountain Animal Hospital located in and has accepted a one-year rotating internship policy debates, and has promoted the field of Shaftsbury, Vt. in Atlanta. Dr. Pietsch’s daughter, Katherine, interdisciplinary efforts through health policy has just completed her first year at Tufts Uni- forums and membership symposia, and 1979 versity School of Veterinary Medicine. through the creation of policy and position Margaret Landi received the Charles River publications and papers. Prize from the American Veterinary Medical 1972 Salvatore M. Zeitlin was profiled by the Association during its Annual Convention in During the Massachusetts Veterinary Medical Palm Beach Post in July 2002. Dr. Zeitlin volun- July 2002. This prize is awarded by the Charles Association’s annual meeting in May 2002, Paul teers as the executive director and veterinarian River Foundation to recognize distinguished C. Gambardella was honored with a Merit Award at the Palm Beach Zoo in West Palm Beach, Fl. contributions to the field of laboratory animal for his contributions to the profession and the According to Dr. Zeitlin, “I am motivated and science by an AVMA member veterinarian. A dedicated to do worldwide vice-president of Laboratory Animal whatever I can Science for Research and Development at Glax- to create the oSmithKline, she provides guidance to over 400 best possible professional staff members in six countries who zoo for this work and care for animals. Dr. Landi helped to community.” He establish the first post-doctoral program in lab- also continues a oratory animal medicine at the company. limited role in 1980 his former prac- Steven W.Atwood was profiled by The tice, VCA Palm Martha’s Vineyard Times in May 2002. Dr. Beach County Atwood performed an emergency cesarean sec- Animal Hospi- tion on a five-year-old miniature horse. The R. Wayne Randolph (far left), V’74, with his fellow 2002 inductees into the National tal in Lake Academy of Practice in Veterinary Medicine. surgery was conducted with the assistance of a Worth, Fl. gynecologist and in a barnyard, as there is no human-animal bond through his commitment to 1975 medical facility on Martha’s Vineyard to accom- modate horses. According to Dr. Atwood, “It MVMA and his work at Angell Memorial Hospi- Raymond W. Stock has been selected as a was as MASH as it could get.” He added, “To tal in Boston, most recently as chief of staff. Dr. 2002-03 American Veterinary Medical Associa- save any animal that could not be saved under Gambardella now serves as the director of Oradell tion/American Veterinary Medical Foundation any other circumstances is just wonderful.” Animal Hospital in Paramus, N.J. Congressional Science Fellow. Congressional Science Fellows serve for one year in Washing- 1982 1973 ton, D.C., as consultants, researchers, and scien- Midge Leitch was recently elected to a three- Julia A. Langenberg was quoted in the tific resources on the staffs of Members of Con- year term as the District II-Middle Atlantic August 7, 2002, edition of The New York Times gress or Congressional Committees. Dr. Stock director of the American Association of Equine about chronic wasting disease, the variant of is an associate veterinarian at the VCA North- Practitioners (AAEP). Dr. Leitch owns London- mad cow disease, that has killed deer and elk in side Animal Hospital in Bethlehem, Pa., and is derry Equine Clinic, a referral veterinary prac- Wisconsin. Dr. Langenberg serves as the pursing a Master of Bioethics Degree at Penn. tice in Cochranville, Pa., where she specializes in veterinarian and administrator of the deer test- Sally Oblas Walshaw and her husband, the care of performance horses competing in ing program for the Wisconsin Department of Richard, who was a resident at VHUP in the Natural Resources.
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1984 Teresa J. Sylvina has been recently named The excellent education, which I received at Gary A. Raiczyk is the owner of a new vet- Virginia Tech’s University Veterinarian and Penn, helped prepare me for this wonderful erinary hospital, Plantation Pet Health Center, Director of the Office of Laboratory Animal career. For anyone who wishes to contact me, in Frisco, Texas. Dr. Raiczyk was remarried on Resources. She will also serve as an assistant my work number is (713) 533-6630 and my e- August 15, 2001, and honeymooned with his professor in the Virginia-Maryland Regional mail address is
BELLWETHER 54 19 V.M.D..M.D.Notes NOTES V.M.D. V.M.D.Notes NOTES V.M.D. V.M.D.Notes NOTES V.M.D. NOTES V.M.D.Notes V.M.D. NOTES V.M.D.Notes V.M.D. NOTES Class Notes returned to her hometown of Tamaqua, Pa., a percentage of its proceeds to AIDS and com- Births and opened her own practice, Companion munity-related charities. Animal Hospital. “I’ve been really lucky, E. Scott Weber is the new head veterinarian 1995 because I always knew what I wanted to do for- at the New England Aquarium in Boston. Carolyn Mary Selavka,a daughter, Chloe ever,” she said of becoming a veterinarian. Makenna, on March 25, 2002. According to Dr. Kropp, “I’ve always loved ani- 2001 mals . . . You want to help them, but they don’t Blayne P.Bergenstock and Adam D. Miller talk. They can’t tell you what’s wrong. You have were married on October 13, 2001. Dr. Deaths to find out.” Bergenstock practices at Kinzua Veterinary Clinic in Warren, Pa. Dr. Miller practices at 1934 1997 Pine Haven Veterinary Clinic in Kane, Pa. Robert L. Hummer on September 19, 2001. Richard A. Zappala II has been selected as a 1937 2002-03 American Veterinary Medical Associa- 2002 Elizabeth L. Gordan married Stewart A. Ellis Arthur V.Bartenslager on August 11, 2002. tion/American Veterinary Medical Foundation Dr. Bartenslager joined the School’s faculty in Congressional Science Fellow. Dr. Zappala is an on June 1, 2002. She is an intern at The Animal Medical Center in New York City. 1948 and retired in 1982 as associate professor equine veterinarian, and is the founding part- of animal reproduction. He specialized in fer- ner of Pure Pride Spring Water, which donates tility and obstetrical problems in cattle. 1939 Alumni Connections Russell D. Holt on March 10, 2001. William Murphey on December 11, 1990. To find a former classmate and to sign-up for a
20 BELLWETHER 54 V.M.D..M.D.Notes NOTES V.M.D. V.M.D.Notes NOTES V.M.D. V.M.D.Notes NOTES V.M.D. NOTES V.M.D.Notes V.M.D. NOTES V.M.D.Notes V.M.D. NOTES Faculty Favorites The Pennsylvania Gazette,Penn’s alumni committee, I was joined by several WW II vet- only second to the love for Lila, just a few days magazine, as part of its centennial celebration, eran classmates to present our findings and rec- after her death and nearly hours before his? asked alumni to write about the faculty member ommendations to the dean. Although “An excellent and memorable professor is who most stimulated them during their years at unwarned, he accepted our analyses with grace, not just that knowledge and foster thought, it is Penn. Charles D. Knecht,V’56,wrote about thanked us and promised improvements – a he or she who can relate his or her and your Mark A. Allam,V’32, HON’84,who served as first for the School. In later years, Dean Allam experiences to life – all of life, not just the few dean of the School of Veterinary Medicine from developed the benchmark program at New years of classical education. Dr. Mark Allam 1953-1973. An excerpt of Dr. Knecht’s response Bolton Center, encouraged benefactors by driv- lived the life, taught the life and shared the life below was published in the May/June 2002 issue ing the New Bolton Center horse drawn car- so that each of his students and later colleagues of the Gazette. riage at weddings and originated the American could carry the light of knowledge and dedica- “On arrival as first year students in College of Veterinary Surgeons, in which I was tion to others.” Veterinary Medicine in 1952, we found a new later privileged to gain diplomacy and to serve dean who was a recent practitioner and an as president as he did. 2003 Alumni Award of Merit accomplished veterinary surgeon. Dean Mark “In all of his roles as professor, surgeon, Nominations Sought W. Allam proved to be a remarkable surgeon, dean, assistant vice president for medical affairs an enthralling teacher, a unique administrator, and dean emeritus, Mark was joined by the Nominations are being sought for three a venerable fund-raiser and, most of all, a charming and capable Lila in spreading the recipients of the 2003 Alumni Award of Merit, friend to all. I can still see him, although he was friendship of Penn. It is no wonder that so which will be presented at the Veterinary Med- dean, hurrying into the lecture room from sur- many of the children of my era at Penn are ical Alumni Society (VMAS) Annual Meeting gery and tying his bow tie as he lectured on the named Mark as is my eldest son. Who else during Alumni Weekend 2003 on May 16-18. fine points of surgery. I can recall assisting him could cook scrapple and eggs in the morning The VMAS honors alumni who have made out- at the surgery table where no fault in instru- after a good night’s sleep in their home and standing contributions to their profession and mentation, technique or temperature of the consider us lifelong friends? Who else would the School with the Alumni Award of Merit. irrigation saline was tolerated. exchange similar scrapple with a few pounds of The award is given annually to recognize distin- “In 1955-56, our class decided that faculty Alabama pecans yearly without fail? And who guished graduates for their contributions that should be evaluated by students. As chair of the could speak so plainly of the love for Penn, advance knowledge in biomedicine, promote the welfare of animals through public education of animal owners, and benefit society through AVMA Annual Convention Alumni Reception civic activities which foster the advancement of the profession and the School’s good name. Nearly 100 School of Veterinary Medicine Eligible 2003 recipients are members of the alumni and their guests attended an alumni classes that end in “3” or “8,” and who will be reception during the American Veterinary celebrating a five year reunion during Alumni Medical Association Annual Convention in Weekend 2003. Members of the VMAS Execu- Nashville on July 14, 2002. Associate Dean tive Board will select the recipients from the Jeffrey A. Wortman, V’69,welcomed everyone pool of nominees. Nominations are due no to the reception and spoke about the School’s later than December 31, 2002. current activities. Those in attendance were For more information or if you have any among the first to view On Any Given Day,a questions, please contact Joshua E. Liss, Direc- new 15-minute video that follows a day in the tor of Alumni Relations and Annual Giving, at life of New Bolton Center. The video helps to (215) 898-1481 or via e-mail at mark New Bolton Center’s 50th anniversary,
BELLWETHER 54 21 V.M.D..M.D.Notes NOTES V.M.D. V.M.D.Notes NOTES V.M.D. V.M.D.Notes NOTES V.M.D. NOTES V.M.D.Notes V.M.D. NOTES V.M.D.Notes V.M.D. NOTES Recent Grad Reflects on His Veterinary Education by Patrick A. Mahaney,V’99 face as either a general or emergency practitioner. The challenges are reminiscent of those I A 1999 University of Pennsylvania School of The practical experience also helped me to better faced at VHUP, but I now enjoy the added pres- Veterinary Medicine graduate, I received an understand the surgical theory I was learning in sures and responsibilities that once intimidated excellent clinical foundation on which to build the classroom. My classmates who worked in me as a student. Emergency practice does have my own methods of practice. Before I complet- other areas of VHUP also felt that their jobs qualities that make it less appealing than gener- ed my first year, I recognized the value of my enhanced their learning experience as a result of al practice to many veterinarians, including veterinary education. It has lived up to its the hands-on exposure to subjects previously working odd hours and long shifts, and dealing potential, and its true value seen only in textbooks. with less-than-familiar case presentations and has no price tag. The criti- As I progressed an intense work environment. General practice cal thinking methodologies through Penn and gained does hold advantages over emergency practice, Penn emphasizes during additional clinical experi- as many of my classmates find enjoyment in the entire four-year educa- ence, I developed an inter- working a regular daytime schedule, establish- tion trains the future veteri- est in diagnostic imaging ing a consistent client base, and promoting narian to maintain multiple and planned to pursue a patient wellness through all stages of life. perspectives while thor- radiology residency. To be The education my classmates and I received oughly working up a case. considered for a residency, at Penn provided us with an excellent frame- When I entered Penn, I I had to first complete an work to the way we approach clinical cases. We anticipated going into gen- internship program. feel that the faculty and staff emphasized the eral companion animal Although the prospect of importance of taking a thorough history, per- practice and hoped to spe- the rigors of an internship forming an organized physical exam, assessing cialize in a discipline. was daunting, I recog- each problem as part of a differential list, and Before beginning my vet- nized the program’s ability developing a treatment plan. Following the Sub- erinary education, I to enhance my clinical jective, Objective, Assessment, Plan (SOAP) for- worked as a veterinary skills and make me a bet- mat when working up each case allows for visu- technician in both general and emergency ter practitioner. In 2000, I completed a compan- alization of the entire clinical picture, therefore practices, which gave me an insight about the ion animal rotating internship at Friendship treatment of the whole animal. They also services offered by each type of practice. With a Hospital for Animals in Washington, D.C. stressed the significance of maintaining excellent greater interest in emergency practice, I worked Unfortunately, I was not accepted into radiolo- medical records, as our records are truly repre- part-time as an overnight emergency surgery gy residencies that I applied for 2000-03. sentative of the way we practice. Keeping thor- technician at the Veterinary Hospital of the Upon completion of the internship, I need- ough medical records and SOAPing each case University of Pennsylvania (VHUP), while a ed an alternative practice plan in order to con- have become cornerstones of my practice style. veterinary student. tinue gaining clinical experience. I entered gen- As each VHUP clinical rotation through a This allowed me to gain additional experi- eral practice for approximately a year and a specific discipline was consistently busy, we “Pen- ence with surgical situations I would potentially half, but desired to return to emergency medi- nwes’” had an advantage over our peers at other cine and surgery. Therefore, I accepted an veterinary schools. To get the most out of each emergency-only position at Metropolitan rotation, though, little time was available to focus Share news with your classmates Emergency Animal Clinic (MEAC) in on topics other than those relevant to the partic- about a new position or accomplishment, Rockville, Md. Emergency practice allows for ular discipline. However, the pressure on us to wedding or birth announcement, by send- more extensive use of the clinical education I multitask and manage our time helped develop ing your class note today! We accept pic- began at Penn and sharpened during my skills applicable to any type of veterinary prac- tures, too, featuring alumni gatherings, internship. The heavy caseload requires quick tice. In addition, I wished that our rotations whether it’s from a wedding or mini- assessment of clinical presentations, initiation required additional interaction with clients, reunion. Be sure to identify everyone in the of diagnostic modalities, and commencement either through actual contact or simulations. picture. Pictures will be returned only upon of appropriate treatment protocols. Effective communication skills are not easily request. Send all your submissions to: Joshua E. Liss For the first time, I am truly enjoying clini- taught, but more emphasis on their development Director of Alumni Relations cal practice. This sense of fulfillment stems early in the education process could be advanta- and Annual Giving from the fact that I feel that each work shift is geous to the new graduate upon entering clinical University of Pennsylvania reminiscent of a continuing education seminar. practice. The ability to communicate well stems School of Veterinary Medicine Every time I go to work, I am faced with new from a clinician’s ability to convey a sense of both 3800 Spruce Street learning opportunities and diagnostic chal- competence and trustworthiness. As my experi- Philadelphia, PA 19104-6047 lenges. In particular, I have effectively diag- ence increases, I notice a similar increase in my Fax (215) 573-3544 nosed and treated cases of hemopericardium client communication skills. At MEAC, the clients E-mail [email protected] and spontaneous bilateral pneumothorax. seeking emergency care for their pets are well
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educated and expect thorough diagnostic workups. I feel an obligation to increase client Sports Medicine Symposium for Equine Practitioners awareness by providing complete explanations of Saturday,Nov.16 and Sunday,November 17th,2002 their pet’s diagnostics, treatment, and prognosis. Registration/participation fee: $175: Saturday only; $200: Saturday plus Sunday wet labs. Although I have reached my current posi- tion by taking a route different than the one I November 16:Lecture Topics Performance problems in the Race Horse - Dr. Ben Martin intended, the veterinary medical education that Performance problems in the Sport Horse - Dr. Elizabeth Davidson I received at Penn has greatly contributed to Cardiovascular Problems in the Equine Athlete - Dr. Virginia Reef my satisfaction as a practitioner today. At this Obscure Lameness Problems in the Equine Athlete - Dr. Mike Ross point, I am uncertain if I will reapply for a Exercise Physiology: What You Need to Know - Dr. Ric Birks Evaluation of Cardiac Output and Myocardial Function in Exercising Horses - Dr. Mary Durando radiology residency, as emergency practice pro- Muscular Problems associated with Poor Performance - Dr. Jill Beech vides me with professional satisfaction and Motion Correction for Standing Equine MRI - Dr. Lexi Lawrence educational and financial compensation. Own- Suspensory desmitis and its response to treatment ing an emergency practice or specialty service with high energy extracorporeal shock wave therapy - Dr. Olga Seco Where we stand and where we are moving toward with respiratory surgery - Dr. Eric Parente will likely occur in my future, as I recognize the All presenters with exception of Dr. Mary Durando are New Bolton Center faculty/clinicians opportunities that business management offers in furthering my veterinary career. November 17:Wet Labs Overall, my classmates and I feel that no Station A - High speed treadmill demonstration Station B - Endoscopic evaluation of upper airway dysfunction detected at speed veterinary degree program can provide enough Case discussions at 2 stations - half of participants in each group education or experience to make a new gradu- Station C - Lameness videos ate instantly competent as a veterinarian. The Station D - Scintigraphic case evaluations ability to succeed as a practitioner must come CE credits: 8 hours from within. Our successes come from our Registration limited to 80 for Saturday sessions, 60 (max.) for Sunday wet labs own desires combined with the strong veteri- Saturday Sessions will be held in Woerner Amphitheatre, George D. Widener Hospital for Large Animals, nary education we received at Penn. New Bolton Center, Kennett Square, Pa. Patrick Mahaney is a veterinarian practicing Wet Labs to be held in the new Scott Equine Sports Medicine Building, Jeffords Treadmill Building, emergency medicine and surgery in Rockville, Md. Scintigraphy station, New Bolton Center. Patrick lives in Washington, D.C., and enjoys the Please contact Office of Development, New Bolton Center, for detailed information and registration city’s many cultural offerings and yoga studios. forms. Tel: 610-444-5800. ext. 2500 or email Patricia Hall at
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BELLWETHER 54 23 Mice Become First Animals to Produce Other Species’Sperm By Stephen Bradt Michael D. Griswold, interim dean of science at Spermatogenesis is a highly organized With pinhead-sized grafts of testicular tissue Washington State University’s School of Molec- process that generates virtually unlimited from newborn mammals, scientists at the ular Biosciences, who was not involved in the sperm cells during adulthood. Continuous School have induced mice to produce fully work.“The fact that she can graft portions of proliferation and differentiation of germ cells functional sperm from evolutionarily distant testes from occurs in a delicate balance with various testic- species. The result has important implications other mam- ular compartments. for preserving the germ lines of critically malian species “It seems that the testis grafts transferred endangered species as well as prized livestock. into mice and this entire environment to the recipient mice,” The study, in which male mice produced get sperm pro- Dobrinski said. functional gametes first from other mice and duced is an She was joined in the work by Drs. Ali then from pigs and goats, is reported in the important step Honaramooz, Amy Snedaker, Michele Boiani Aug. 15 issue of the journal Nature. forward.” and Hans Schöler of Penn’s Center for Animal “This is the first report of complete sperma- The work Transgenesis and Germ Cell Research and Dr. togenesis from tissue grafted across species,” also demon- Stefan Schlatt of the University Münster in said Dr. Ina Dobrinski, assistant professor of strates that Germany. Schlatt conducted the group’s large animal reproduction in the School. “The testosterone research with mice, Honaramooz and Snedaker production of functionally competent sperm and other Dr. Dobrinski conducted the work involving pigs and goats, from three different mammals indicates that mammalian and Boiani completed the in vitro fertilization. testis tissue grafting may be applicable to a hormones can work across species, said David The work was funded by the National wide variety of species.” de Kretser, director of the Institute of Repro- Institutes of Health, the U.S. Department of The work also yielded the first functional duction and Development at Monash Universi- Agriculture, the Deutsche Forschungsgemein- sperm from immature reproductive tissue, ty in Australia. “These data indicate that the schaft, the Marion Dilley and David George meaning sperm could be derived even from hormones produced by the mouse are ade- Jones Funds and the Commonwealth and individuals that have not reached sexual matu- quate to stimulate sperm production in a range General Assembly of Pennsylvania. rity.Unlike cryonic approaches to preservation, of species.” testis tissue grafting offers a potentially inex- haustible supply of male gametes. Mice with the testis grafts could aid studies of the effects of drugs – including potential male contraceptives – on sperm production. Dr.David Knight Dies The mice also give scientists a valuable model Dr. David Knight, Emeritus Professor on the U.S. to better understand testicular function, many of Cardiology, died on July 15. He suffered Olympic aspects of which remain murky. a heart attack while bicycling near his team. He Dobrinski and colleagues grafted as much as home. Dr. Knight had retired on June 30, won the one cubic millimeter of tissue from the testes of 2001, after 34 years on the faculty. A 1962 Masters newborn mice, goats and pigs onto the backs of graduate of Cornell University College of World mice. As many as eight miniature testes devel- Veterinary Medicine, he came to Penn in Champi- oped, and in vitro fertilization revealed that the 1964 to study at the then Division of Grad- onship in sperm produced by those testis grafts were uate Medicine and to join the School’s 1982 in the functional. Comparative Vascular Studies Unit, which Netherlands “At least 60 percent of grafts grew into func- pioneered the study of veterinary cardiolo- with former tional testis tissue under the skin,” Dobrinski gy.Dr. Knight’s primary research interests Olympian said, “and those grafts produced as much were pulmonary hypertension and heart- John B. Kelly, Jr. In 1973 he won a gold sperm, gram for gram, as testes in the donor worm disease. He was a charter member of medal in a world white water canoeing species. Some grafts grew more than 100-fold.” the American College of Internal Medicine, competition in Switzerland. Similar cross-species grafts of testicular tis- a member of the American Heart Associa- Dr. Knight is survived by his wife sue have been tried previously, but no sperm tion and the former president of the Amer- Krystina, sons Eric and Christopher and cells resulted. Dobrinski speculates that the ican Heartworm Society. his father, Ernest, and a brother. mice’s backs may have provided both an ideal Before taking up bicycling two years A memorial service was held on Sep- temperature and suitable blood vessels to allow ago, Dr. Knight was very involved in water tember 26th at Houston Hall. for the growth of functional testes. sports. He rowed at Cornell and for Vesper The David S. Knight Memorial Fund “Dr. Dobrinski is one of the few investiga- Boat Club and the Bachelors Barge Club in has been established at the School. tors attempting to remove testicular stem cells Philadelphia. In 1964, he was an alternate and transplant them into recipients,” said
24 BELLWETHER 54 Feline Symposium killed vaccines must be boostered. disease prevalence of Chlamydophila and the The 25th Annual Feline Symposium Frequency of revaccination is a subject with high frequency of adverse reactions to the vac- was held on Saturday, March 23 at VHUP. many opinions. It is difficult to determine one’s cine. Because of their questionable efficacy, she The event was generously supported by true immunity to an agent by simply measur- added, the FIP and bordetella vaccines should Kal Kan Foods, Inc., Mrs. R.V.Clark, Jr. ing antibodies. And cell-mediated immunity, a not be routinely administered. and Mrs. Edith Young.Following are more targeted response that some agents stim- Feline immunodeficiency virus (FIV) vac- summaries of the faculty presentations: ulate, is difficult to measure. While absolute cines, though not yet commercially available, immunity is hard to gauge, annual boosters are are currently in development. The most prom- probably overkill, said Dr. Casal, because ising of these are the inactivated dual-subtype Feline Vaccinations “you’ve already trained the body and the and the fixed-infected-cell vaccines. There’s that famous saying, “An ounce of immune system to remember certain virus prevention…” However, where vaccines are components.” Feline Respiratory Disease concerned, prevention can come at a price. Dr. Feline calicivirus, which is highly conta- The feline mystique can be breathtaking for Margret Casal, assistant professor of medical gious, can cause chronic ulcerative stomatitis cat fanciers. Likewise, many medical conditions genetics at the School, highlighted the many with persistent infection. Febrile limping syn- can be breathtaking literally for cats. Dr. Reid variables one must consider in tailoring a vac- drome, a reaction sometimes associated with Groman,lecturer in emergency and critical cine protocol to a particular cat, and explained attenuated calicivirus vaccination, is character- care medicine at the School, presented the the rationale behind VHUP’s feline vaccine ized by shifting lameness and fever. VHUP’s manifold causes of feline respiratory disorders. protocol. vaccine protocol for calicivirus, which is usually Cats are subject to a variety of upper and “Each cat’s vaccine schedule should be combined with feline viral rhinotracheitis and lower respiratory tract problems. These include based on its lifestyle, breed and environment,” feline panleukopenia, is a kitten series of shots infection, nasal foreign body/polyp/malignan- said Dr. Casal. given every 3-4 weeks from 6-8 weeks to 12-16 cy, allergic airway disease, pleural space disease It should also take into account the weeks of age, a first adult booster given at 15 and congestive heart disease. Other afflictions, risk:reward ratio for giving a certain vaccine to months, and a booster every three years like stress, pain and anemia, can mimic pri- an individual cat. The negative sequela to vac- thereafter. mary respiratory disease by causing increased cination include tissue reaction at the injection Rabies is more likely to be transmitted by respiratory rate or tachypnea. site; anaphylaxis, which occurs more common- cats than dogs. Although Pennsylvania law The most common upper respiratory disor- ly in dogs than cats; delayed allergic response; states that rabies vaccination is mandatory only der in cats is chronic nasal discharge secondary introduction of disease (more common with for cats that spend any time indoors, Dr. Casal to infection. “We see cats all the time presented intranasal vaccine); and problems associated recommended also vaccinating outdoor pets, with chronic upper respiratory infections with vaccine contamination. such as barn cats. The traditional killed-virus (URIs),” Dr. Groman said. “These chronic snuf- In order to minimize these risks, several vaccine must be boostered one year after the fling cats are among the most frustrating cases decisions must be made regarding vaccination initial vaccine and every three years thereafter. to treat.” strategy. These include type of vaccine (killed The killed rabies vaccine has been implicated Often medically incurable – though tem- vs. attenuated), route of administration – in causing sarcomas. Recently available is a porarily manageable – these cats are usually which should most closely mimic the natural recombinant-virus vaccine that has no poten- afflicted with a virus. The most common of route of infection, and frequency of revaccina- tially-dangerous adjuvants. In the absence of these viruses is feline herpesvirus (FHV-1), tion. The patient’s immune status should also any long-term studies on the efficacy of this which causes feline viral rhinotracheitis. Signs be taken into consideration. new vaccine, Dr. Casal recommended booster- include sneezing, coughing, excess salivation Modified-live vaccines, which may be ing it annually. and ocular discharge. Although infection usu- intranasal or injectable, have the advantage of The feline leukemia virus (FeLV) vaccine is ally resolves in a few weeks with supportive evoking a rapid immune response. Unlike not completely effective, and can cause poten- care, feline viral rhinotracheitis can lead to sec- some injectable vaccines, intranasal modified- tially severe adverse reactions. Therefore, it is ondary bacterial infection and damage to the live vaccines are not associated with sarcomas. only recommended for cats that go outdoors. bones of the nares and sinuses. Extremely con- However, they can cause mild clinical signs of To avoid maternal antibodies, the vaccine tagious, feline calicivirus is associated with disease, as well as a carrier state with possible should not be given before 10 weeks of age, milder respiratory signs and tissue ulceration. viral shedding. Modified-live vaccines should and must be boostered annually. Dr. Casal cau- Both herpes- and calicivirus are ubiquitous never be used in pregnant queens because of tioned that there is no advantage to vaccinating in the general cat population, have an even potential harm to the fetus. FeLV+ cats. On the horizon are DNA vaccines higher prevalence in colonies, may remain Killed vaccines, while posing no risk for against FeLV that have longer immunity dura- latent in the host, and can be shed when the viral shedding, require adjuvants to effectively tion and no reported side effects. host is under stress. stimulate the host’s immune system. These Dr. Casal discouraged vaccinating cats Common bacterial causes of nasal discharge adjuvants have been implicated in the forma- against Chlamydophila, feline infectious peri- are Pseudomonas, Pasteurella, Staphylococcus tion of vaccine-associated sarcomas. Further, tonitis (FIP) and bordetella. She cited the low
BELLWETHER 54 25 Feline Symposium and Actinobacillus.All normal inhabitants of ryngeal polyps, a surgical procedure called unregulated growth of lymphocytes. “One of the nasal/sinus mucosa, these bacteria do not bulla osteotomy is recommended by many vet- these cells turns and becomes bad, and spreads cause infection by themselves. Rather, they are erinarians. Without this aggressive procedure, to other parts of the body,” explained Dr. Clif- opportunistic agents that cause secondary which exposes the middle ear canal after ford. LSA most frequently affects one or more infection of tissues already inflamed by viruses. removing the polyp, up to one third of affected of the following tissues: gastrointestinal tract, Two primary bacterial causes of URIs are cats experience polyp recurrence. lymph nodes, bone marrow, blood, medi- Chlamydophila and Bordetella bronchiseptica. The most common lower respiratory tract astinum, nasal passages, kidney and brain. Formerly called Chlamydia, Chlamydophila disease in cats is feline bronchial asthma. An Causes of LSA include genetic factors, inflam- causes often-recurrent mild respiratory com- obstructive airway disease, it is marked by matory bowel disease (IBD), second-hand promise and conjunctivitis. B. bronchiseptica, increased responsiveness in the airways, airway smoke and feline leukemia virus (FeLV). which causes kennel cough in dogs, is thought narrowing and mucus. “It is a reversible situa- Although it most frequently affects middle- to be a common primary disease agent in cats, tion where animals have an exaggerated aged-to-older cats, LSA has a bimodal age pre- in whom signs include fever, nasal discharge response to something provocative in the envi- disposition, peaking in young – usually FeLV+ and coughing. Associated with overcrowding ronment,” Dr. Groman explained. – cats, and in older – typically FeLV- – cats. and poor ventilation, B. bronchiseptica infec- Associated with culprits like food allergy, Recent studies show that up to 15 percent of tion is easily treatable with antibiotics. dust, mold, smoke, and heartworm infection, cats with LSA are FeLV+. The retrovirus inte- Feline nasal discharge can also result from feline bronchial asthma generally presents with grates itself into the genome of the cat, allow- fungal infection (Cryptococcus, Aspergillus, sudden onset of labored breathing, chronic ing cells to proliferate abnormally and “throw- Blastomyces, Histoplasma),foreign bodies such cough, wheezing and increased respiratory rate. ing the entire process off,” Dr. Clifford as grass awns lodged in the nasal mucosa, Diagnostic tools include radiography, blood explained. malignancy (squamous cell carcinoma, lym- work and fecal exam. Treatment may consist of Diagnostic tools for LSA include blood phosarcoma, adenocarcinoma) and nasopha- flow-by oxygen, bronchodilators and corticos- work,urinalysis, radiographs, ultrasound, ryngeal polyps. teroids (injection and/or nebulization). “A endoscopy and the gold standard: biopsy or Nasopharyngeal polyps occur in the rewarding disease to treat,” said Dr. Groman, cytology from fine needle aspirates. LSA treat- eustachian tubes and present with sneezing, “feline bronchial asthma requires long-term ment may involve a combination of surgery, difficulty eating, and other signs of middle ear therapy.” chemotherapy and radiation. Surgery is gener- infection. Himalayans, Persians and Siamese ally limited to the excision of masses such as in cats are predisposed to nasopharyngeal polyps. New Cancer Treatments for Cats the gastrointestinal tract. Radiation therapy is Workup of feline nasal discharge includes a used to shrink focal masses, such as nasal LSA. Cats are prone to several types of neoplastic thorough physical exam, complete blood Chemotherapy involves a sequential, weekly conditions. Dr. Craig Clifford,resident in count, blood chemistry panel, urinalysis, feline protocol that rotates a variety of agents. In peo- oncology at VHUP, discussed the mechanisms leukemia virus (FeLV)/feline immunodeficien- ple, the goal of chemotherapy is cancer cure. In and treatment options for these cancers. cy virus (FIV) testing and head/chest x-rays. animals, however, the goal is often palliation. Cancer is an abnormal or unregulated cell CT scanning and/or endoscopy may be per- Therefore, lower drug dosages are used in ani- growth and can be benign or malignant. formed if a nasal/sinus tumor or nasopharyn- mals than in people. Likewise, side effects, Benign tumors are generally slow growing, geal polyp is suspected, and endoscopy is done which include anorexia, nausea and decreased locally invasive and often curable with a single to rule out a foreign body. If infection is sus- white blood cell count, are generally fewer. form of therapy. Malignant neoplasia, on the pected, a nasal flush can be performed to These side effects are often preventable with other hand, is characterized by rapid growth retrieve upper airway fluid for culture and the use of appetite stimulants, antiemetics and propensity to spread via the blood or lym- cytology. (prevention of vomiting), antibiotics and fluid phatic vessels. It requires combined therapy for Treatment of feline URIs is as varied as the therapy. In our experience, side effects occur in effective treatment. Cancer is a multi-step causes. Though symptomatic treatments like less than ten percent of treated cats. LSA carries process that results from cumulative damage to antihistamines and topical decongestants have a varied prognosis, with survival time ranging genes. Causes include environmental carcino- questionable efficacy, said Dr. Groman, sup- from a few months (FeLV+ cat treated with gens (chemical, physical, or radiological), hor- portive therapies like airway humidification, chemotherapy) to over a year. mones, viruses and inflammation. Certain appetite stimulants and flavorful foods are VAS have increased in frequency at VHUP breeds, such as Siamese, are predisposed to important. For secondary bacterial infection, by 61 percent from 1987 to 1991, occurring in developing cancer. Dr. Groman recommended pulsed, combina- middle-aged-to-older cats, with no breed pre- The common cancers in cats are lym- tion antibiotic therapy with agents like Orbax, disposition. Associated with the rabies and phosarcoma (LSA), vaccine-associated sarcoma Doxycycline and Zithromax. Viral infections FeLV vaccines, these vaccination-site tumors (VAS), mammary gland tumor, squamous cell are sometimes treated with antiviral drugs like develop about 340 days after vaccination (11 carcinoma and mast cell tumor. The most Zovirax, Herplex and interferon. Endoscopy [FeLV] 26 mos [rabies]). The risk increases prevalent of these, LSA accounts for about one may be used to facilitate manual removal of with multiple injections. These tumors, which third of all feline cancer cases. LSA involves any foreign bodies. For removal of nasopha- usually originate with post-vaccinal inflamma-
26 BELLWETHER 54 tion at the vaccination site, may involve muta- ters. If any part of this system malfunctions, the manifest overtly. Clinical signs include tions in tumor suppressor genes. VAS, which consequences can be serious. Dr. Meryl increased frequency of urination, straining to can metastasize by the blood, should be sus- Littman, V’75, associate professor of medicine urinate, vocalizing, and expelling small pected if inflammatory tissue is still proliferat- at the School, summarized the problems that amounts of bloody urine. In urethral blockage, ing one month after vaccination, is greater than commonly affect the feline upper and lower vomiting, lethargy and death can also occur. 2 cm. in size, and persists for over three urinary tracts. Physical exam helps to characterize the months after vaccination (“1-2-3 rule”). When urinary pathology occurs, the first cause of FLUTD. If cystitis, or bladder inflam- Although VAS are definitively diagnosed by step is to localize the problem to the upper mation, is present, the bladder is usually small biopsy, other diagnostic tools, like blood work, (kidneys) versus the lower (bladder/urethra) and may contain “sand” or calculi that can FeLV testing, radiographs, CT scans and MRIs, urinary tract. Kidney disease usually presents sometimes be palpated. If the urethra is might be useful in further characterizing the with vague, often subtle, systemic signs. These blocked, however, the bladder will be enlarged extent of the neoplastic process. VAS are treated include lethargy, decreased appetite, vomiting, and tense. aggressively with surgery; however, tumor polyuria/polydipsia and possible hypertensive Diagnostic tests for FLUTD include urinaly- recurrence is common. For appendicular damage, such as stroke and retinal sis, urine culture, imaging studies, and rarely, lesions, limb amputation carries the best prog- detachment. “When the kidneys are sick, the cystoscopy and/or surgery/biopsy. Stone analy- nosis. Radiation therapy may be performed whole body is sick,” Dr. Littman explained, sis may also be performed, pursuant to deter- either pre- or post-operatively, usually in 3-4- “because the kidneys are not getting rid of the mining appropriate dietary modifications: week courses of daily therapy. These treatments waste products from the bloodstream.” Dietary acidification can reduce and prevent are often combined with chemotherapy. On physical examination, abdominal palpa- struvite sand or calculi, while alkalinizing Dr. Clifford urged owners to continue vac- tion may reveal shrunken kidneys – possibly agents are effective against calcium oxalate sand cinating their cats. “These tumors are not due to chronic renal failure – or enlarged kid- or calculi. In addition to special diets and uncommon but are not a reason to not vacci- neys, with etiologies ranging from acute renal dietary pH modifiers, sterile cystitis can be nate,” he said. Rather, owners should ensure failure to lymphosarcoma to feline infectious treated with amitriptyline, antispasmodics and that the rabies vaccine is administered in the peritonitis (FIP). antiinflammatory medications. right hind leg and FeLV in the left. Also, vac- The main diagnostic values for kidney dis- Calculi or sandy plugs can cause complete cines should not be given interscapularly. ease are blood urea nitrogen (BUN) and serum obstruction at the narrow part of the urethra. Cancer cachexia progressive, involuntary creatinine, which become elevated with the loss A proteinaceous mix of mucus and sandy grit – weight loss in the face of adequate nutrition, is of 75-85% of renal function. Other diagnostic usually struvite or oxalate, the plug must be a problem in cats suffering from various can- tests include complete blood count (CBC), dislodged via urethral catheterization. A clinical cers, particularly VAS, lymphosarcoma, serum chemistry panel, T4, urinalysis, urine emergency, urethral blockage must be treated leukemia, and mammary gland tumors, but culture, blood pressure measurement, imaging rapidly with intravenous fluids, antispasmodic can occur with any cancer. This common con- studies, testing for infectious agents such as medications and sometimes eventually surgery dition is associated with decreased response to Toxoplasmosis and feline leukemia virus (penile urethrostomy) to excise the narrowed therapy, impaired immunity and poor quality (FeLV), and kidney aspirate +/- biopsy. portion of the urethra. Therapy may also of life. Cats suffering from cancer cachexia Renal failure is treated with rehydration, include antibiotics and dietary modification. should be fed complex carbohydrates, high- correction of electrolyte imbalances, dietary Bacterial cystitis, which is not very common quality protein sources and increased fat modification (reduced protein/phosphorus), in cats, is diagnosed with urine culture/sensi- (omega-3 fatty acids). antihypertensives, erythropoietin (to correct tivity and treated with antibiotics. Anatomic Lastly, Dr. Clifford discussed many of the associated anemia), antiemetics, anti-ulcer defects, such as urachal diverticulum, are clinical trials in VHUP’s oncology service and drugs, and medications such as antibiotics or usually treated surgically. the goal of these trials is “to provide a more chemotherapy to address underlying Some of the clinical signs of intrinsic uri- efficacious therapy for different cancers as well problems. For suitable candidates, renal trans- nary problems, such as urinating outside the as to improve the quality of life in our plantation is also available. litter box, can also be caused by behavior prob- patients.” Due to limitations in funding for vet- Feline lower urinary tract disease (FLUTD) lems. Once physical etiologies have been ruled erinary studies, Dr. Clifford encouraged owners – a constellation of disorders affecting urine out, behavior problems can be addressed. Uri- to become proactive in helping to fund feline outflow via the bladder and the urethra – is nating outside the litter box can be a normal, cancer studies. most commonly caused by cystitis, or inflam- though unacceptable, territorial marking mation (usually sterile, in cats) of the behavior. Neither punishment nor positive Feline Urinary and Renal Problems bladder. Other causes of FLUTD, in descending reinforcement is effective in reducing order of frequency, include urethral blockage marking. However, Dr. Littman said, “You don’t Working as the filtration unit for the blood, (male cats), urinary tract stones (male and have to make these cats live outside or put the urinary system purges the body of meta- female cats), bacterial cystitis and anatomic them to sleep.” Psychotropic medications such bolic end products and maintains serum elec- defects. as amitriptyline, buspirone and fluoxetine are trolyte concentrations within narrow parame- Unlike kidney disease, FLUTD tends to effective against this problem.
BELLWETHER 54 27 Feline Symposium Cats may also urinate outside the litter box vocalization, and cold, blue, paralyzed limbs particularly since HCM is the most common because of surface or location preferences/aver- (bilateral or unilateral; usually hind limbs). form of cardiomyopathy in the cat. However, sions. Dr. Littman recommended experiment- Affected cats may also exhibit vomiting, diffi- other cardiomyopathies can also be the underly- ing with different types of litter (clumping vs. culty breathing and signs associated with renal ing etiology. Doppler analysis may show reduced regular vs. less dusty litter; unscented vs. failure. Alternatively, sudden death may be the blood pressure in affected limbs. Renal values deodorized litter; sand, dirt, etc.), cleaning the only clinical sign, particularly if clots lodge in and muscle enzymes may be elevated, indicat- litter regularly, and using several litter boxes in the left heart, valvular channels or proximal ing, kidney and muscle damage, respectively. different locations. aorta. The other reason cats often do not pres- FATE is a clinical emergency that must be ent until end-stage damage has occurred, said treated aggressively. Therapy includes pain con- Feline Arterial Thromboembolic Disease Dr. Linde, is that “they are very good at hiding trol, vasodilators and thrombolytic agents, such symptoms.” as streptokinase, urokinase and tissue-plas- Characteristically feline and exquisitely trag- FATE is diagnosed by a combination of car- minogen activator (t-PA). Underlying heart ic, feline arterial thromboembolic disease diac evaluation, blood pressure measurement disease also must be addressed, and additional (FATE) is the typical presentation of “stroke” in and laboratory tests. Heart auscultation may thrombus formation prevented by either cats. Dr. Annika Linde,resident in cardiology at reveal tachycardia or – in late stages – bradycar- aspirin or coumadin. VHUP, discussed the underlying causes, patho- dia, arrhythmias, and murmurs. Electrocardiog- Though treatment options are available, genesis, clinical signs, diagnosis and treatment raphy (ECG) might show abnormal QRS com- many cases of FATE have bad outcomes. Of of FATE. plexes. On thoracic radiographs, the heart 144 total cases analyzed in two separate studies Arterial emboli are not uncommon in cats, silhouette may appear atypical, the left atrium between 1977 and 1998, approximately one said Dr. Linde. “Cats experience these throm- may appear enlarged and fluid may be apparent third of affected cats died and one third were boembolic events more frequently and more in the lungs as a result of secondary congestive euthanized. The mean survival time in the easily than other species would,” she explained. heart failure. Echocardiography often reveals remaining 1/3 was about one year. Cardiomyopathy either hypertrophic, thickened heart walls and constricted chambers, –Joan Capuzzi Giresi, C’86, V’98 restrictive or dilated – is the chief cause of FATE. In fact, said Dr. Linde, over 90 percent of cats afflicted with FATE have underlying heart muscle disease. Other etiologies include hyper- Foal Sitting coagulability, neoplasia, corticosteroid adminis- We need your help. Do you have time to ing supplies or cleaning. tration and presence of a foreign body. volunteer next Spring, February through June The work can be strenuous. There is a lot of Cats are predisposed to clot formation (an average of one shift or more per week) and lifting and kneeling. You have to be willing to because their red blood cells are prone to don’t mind getting dirty or hard work? Do you get dirty – changing foal diapers, catching aggregation, their platelet volume:body mass like horses and love foals? Are you curious urine, etc. If you are assigned a foal that is ratio is high, and their platelets have a propen- about what cutting edge veterinary medicine is hyperactive (as they can be as they recover sity to aggregate. This tendency is exaggerated all about? Are you over 16? If so, come and join from mild brain damage) you may go home when endothelial damage is present or blood our neonatal intensive care team as a foal sitter. black and blue and really feel your shift the flow is sluggish as a result of heart disease. In Working in the NICU is like nothing you next day. No matter how tired you are or how cats afflicted with cardiomyopathy, the left atri- have ever done before. You will be working tedious some of the jobs may seem, it will all um the cardiac delta to the systemic circulation with critically ill newborn foals (and occasion- be worthwhile when you see your first foal often enlarges. “If a thrombus formed in this ally other newborns) that are being watched progress from lying in a coma on a fleece lined area dislodges,” she explained, “it can go direct- over by their anxious and attentive dams. You mattress, to running and bucking at the side of ly out into the body and cause the syndrome may be asked (after being instructed) to “sit” its dam as it plays outside for the first time. that we see.” with the foals, insuring that a variety of patient Who are foal sitters? They come from all Most commonly, a “saddle thrombus” – a lines (including intranasal oxygen lines, naso- walks of life. Many are college students who clot lodged at the aortic trifurcation in the cau- tracheal tubes, nasogastric feeding tubes, uri- want to find out what veterinary medicine is dal abdomen – forms. Alternatively, thrombi nary catheters, and intravenous catheters) are all about. Others are nurses from human hos- may settle in the smaller channels, such as the not pulled out. Depending on the time of day pitals, looking for a change of pace. Still others brachial, renal or femoral arteries. Clinical you choose to work you will help with a vari- are horsewomen and horsemen from the com- signs depend on the location at which the ety of diagnostic and therapeutic procedures, munity who just feel good helping these little thrombus/thrombi lodge(s). which may include catheterization, radiogra- patients. The typical FATE patient is a middle-aged- phy, and ultrasonography. During late night If you are interested, email us at foalsit- to-older cat, although cats of any age can be shifts you may be helping us while we work up [email protected] or call the foal sitter hot afflicted. FATE occurs in male cats with twice emergencies or watch us foal mares in our line at 610-444-5800, ext. 2445. You must the frequency as in females. Common clinical high-risk pregnancy program. Of course, there register by December 1 to be able to help signs include pain – often accompanied by are more mundane chores as well, such as put- during the 2003 foaling season. ting a dent in a mountain of laundry, restock-
28 BELLWETHER 54 Special Gifts to the School The following gifts were made to New Bolton Center: Ms. Eugenia M. Reale in memory of “PATCHES” The following made gifts in memory of a special pet to support Mr. and Mrs. Eugene F. Riley, Jr. in memory of “SIR GOLDEN the Kidney Transplant Program: in memory of those listed: ARROW III” Ms. Frances K. Volosevich in memory of “DUSTY” Mary Jane and Michael G. Allen in memory of Violet F. Bangs Ms. Catherine L. Roseman in memory of “ALEX” Mary Jane and Michael G. Allen in memory of James B. Pfister Mr. and Mrs. Robert D. Smith in memory of “MIKI OF The following contributed to the Dean’s Fund: Ramsay S. Buchanan, V.M.D. in memory of Dr. Jacques Jenny YORKSHIRE” Deborah D. Ebert, V.M.D. & James W. Ebert, V.M.D. in Dr. Linda Michaels Stahl in memory of “SOPHIE” In honor of those listed: memory of Ronald C. Farrell, V.M.D. Mr. and Mrs. Philip D. Stein in memory of “CHIEF” Dr. James S. McFarland in honor of The Kuhlmeyers Georgia Mazzocco in memory of her Grandfather, George W. Ms. Allison Schomber in memory of “VEOLETTE” Dr. Bruce Schmucker in honor of G. Frederick Oppenlander, Murray Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Swallow in memory of “ROCKY” V.M.D. Christine Simmers in memory of her brother, Joseph B. In honor of a special pet: Dr. Valerie Eisenberg Yasner in honor of Dr. Sally Bissett’s fine Stevens care and kindness. Ms. and Richard Armstrong in honor of “AXEL” In honor of a special person: Mr. and Mrs. Gregory P. Billings in honor of “TOM” In memory of those listed: Kenneth E. Diehl, V.M.D. in honor of Leon B. Epler, Penn Ms. Susan J. Closson in memory of “MURPHY” Dr. Peter H. Herman in memory of Terry Herman State Agronomy 1926 L. Priscilla Hensley in honor of “SANDI” Max L. Sponseller, V.M.D. in honor of Charles W. Raker, Dr. Cynthia A. Madden in honor of “BAILEY” In memory of a special pet: V.M.D. Ms. Jeanette Molczan in honor of “SHANNON” Mr. and Mrs. Donald Tsolo in memory of “BUDDY” Mr. and Mrs. Keith D. Watson in memory of “SASHA” Susan M. Verbonitz in honor of Jill Beech, V.M.D. In honor of those listed: In memory of a special animal: Mr. Gary R. Leff in honor of Ms. Donna Oakley Gifts were made to Veterinary Student Scholarship: Todd C. Adams in memory of “SNICKERS” Manheim Family in honor of Dr. Robert Washabau, Dr. Marjorie Christie in memory of “SHEILA” Suzanne Fincham, and Dr. Gary Quinn In memory of those listed: Roy & Judy Dietz in memory of their daughter’s horse “ECHO” Mr. Keith Megay in honor of Bert M. Allen, V.M.D. Helen Aceto, V.M.D. in memory of Laurance Charles Wheeler Mr. & Mrs. Emanuel Greenwald in memory of “HARLEY” Mr. David Traylor in honor of Dr. Ann E. Whereat Paula A. Granger in memory of John Granger and Dawn E. Hilltop Farm, Inc. in memory of “COR NOIR BABIES” Ms. Donna L. Wade in honor of Dr. William Farrell Granger Dr. & Mrs. Paul Mallonee in memory of “CORKY” In memory of those listed: Susan Kirby in memory of Bob and Shelley Edward Mersky, V.M.D. in memory of “MOON” (Moonshine Dr. and Mrs. Jacob L. Kolodner in memory of Dr. Morton Dr. Robert Adey in memory of Richard Blickman, V.M.D. Fantasy) Krechmer Mr. and Mrs. Michael G. Allen in memory of James B. Pfister Barbara V. Wendt in memory of ‘I am the Last Straw’ “SPOT” Kathleen D. Moody, V.M.D. in memory of Burton E. Moody Ms. Hillary H. Baker in memory of A. Darby Macaulay John & Jeanne Zakrewski in memory of “TASHA” Ms. Carol H. Moore in memory of Alta Marie Taxiarhou Ms. Doris M. Bradley in memory of Jay Jasan, V.M.D. John J. McGuire, V.M.D. in memory of Florence McGuire The following made a gift to the Dr.Ginnie Lieblein Memorial Mrs. Esther R. Keely in memory of Melino D. Aguirre Kenton D. Rexford, V.M.D. in memory of Dr. Petton Jones Scholarship Endowment in memory of R.Ginnie Lieblein: Dr. Holly Leather Kelsey in memory of Terry Miller Dr. John E. Lowe Mr. and Mrs. Thomas J. Kurowski in memory of Becky In honor of those listed: Kurowski The following made a gift to the Peter A.Lien Memorial Fund: Dr. George E. Eyster in honor of Dr. James Buchanan Mr. Michael E. Zavorski in memory of Gerad F. Zavorski Dr. Patricia McManus in honor of Dr. Josephine Deubler Mrs. Joan C. Lien in memory of Rodney V. Hansen The following have made gifts to the Veterinary Hospital of the Robert W. Stewart Jr., V.M.D. in honor of his parents, Dr. and The following gifts were made to the Veterinary University of Pennsylvania in memory of H.Venna Moyer: Mrs. Robert W. Stewart, Sr. Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania: Mr. and Mrs. Henry A. Einsel In memory of a special pet: Exeter Animal Hospital and Staff M. Nina Dipinto, V.M.D. in memory of “PHINEAS” In memory of a special pet: Mr. and Mrs. Joseph E. Organtini Dr. Patricia A. Day-Lollini in memory of “QUINT” and Mr. and Mrs. Charles Chadwick in memory of “BIJOU” Ms. Jane M. Simon “MESHACH” Mrs. Sandra L. Campbell in memory of “BOOTIES”, The following made a gift in memory of a special pet to support Drs. Lana Sheer and Peter Jesson in memory of CH. Dior “PEEWEE”,“BLUE”,“PEPSI” Dr.Beth Callans’Research: Aigner My Oh My, CD, NA, HC, TT, VT, CGC “MAYA”and “Mistral” Mr. and Mrs. John A. Capuzzi in memory of “BUDDY LOVE” Alysia Deaven, V.M.D. in memory of “PAGAN DIGASTRICUS” Mrs. Donna M. Carlson in memory of “ZOE” To the Class of 1957 Endowed Scholarship in honor of those listed: Ms. Joan Casilli in memory of “GUCCI” The following made gifts to the Feline and Canine Genetic Center Mr. and Mrs. Ronald Chadwick in memory of “TOBY” and in honor of a special pet: Dr. M. Phyllis Lose in honor of Drs. Charles Raker and Mark Allam “LOU LOU” Mr. and Mrs. Jon Eck in honor of “SNICKERS” Ms. Cindy H. Davis in memory of “MURPHY” The Salmon Family in honor of “SAM” To the Class of 1977 Endowed Scholarship in memory of those Alysia Deaven, V.M.D. in memory of “PAGAN DIGASTRICUS” Mr. and Mrs. James M. Steinberg in honor of “TIMBERLY” listed: Doris E. Do, V.M.D. in memory “CLEO” The following have contributed to the Clinical Studies Research Stephen R. Levan, V.M.D. in memory of Russell S. Detwiler, DMS in memory of “LINDSAY” Development Fund in memory of those listed: V.M.D. Mr. and Mrs. Glen Elison in memory “MAX” Mr. and Mrs. Robert William Ralston in memory of “MANDY” Mr. and Mrs. Christopher J. Fahey in memory of “PEPPER” & The following have contributed gifts to the “CINNAMON” Nancy Sullivan in memory of “KIT” Mr. and Mrs. George W. Green in memory of “TANK” Nancy Sullivan in memory of “MARCH” Dr.David H.Knight Memorial Fund Ms. Wendy L. Grimm in memory of “BUD” & “ROCKY” The following made gifts in memory of a special pet to support Dr. and Mrs. Darryl N. Biery Mr. and Mrs. Scott Green in memory of “BAILEY’S” & Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier Research: Dr. Mary Beth Callan “CODY” Dr. Richard O. Davies Mrs. Carol L. Hawkins in memory of “TEDDIE”,“TAZZIE” & Dr. Urs Giger Dr. Kristen S. Haviland in memory of “THEO”,“ZACK”, “LUCY” “MCGEAY”,“STASH”,& “ORANGE” Dr. Peter J. Hand Lynn and Fred Meredith in memory of “LUCY” Mr. Robert C. Michel and Dr. Kathryn E. Michel Ms. Carmen Kane in memory of “NICKKI” Mary Jane Suzman in memory of “RUFFLES” Mr. and Mrs. Norman Kanefsky in memory of “CRACKER” Dr. Thomas Nolan Mr. Joshua E. Liss in memory of “WINNIE” & “MINUET” The following made gifts in memory of a special pet to support Dr. H. James Schroll Ms. Linda J. Livingsone in memory of “LADYBUG” Oncology Research: Dr. Jane Sparacino Schroll Ms. Susanne R. Long in memory of “JIGGS” Ms. Carolyn J. King in memory of “SIR” Dr. Tobias Schwarz The Manheim Family in memory of “LUCY” Raccoon Valley Animal Hospital in memory of “GIZMO” Dr. Joseph F. Spear Mr. Bruce Mann and Mrs. Elizabeth Warren in memory of Mrs. Helma Weeks in memory of “BITSY” Dr. and Mrs. Sheldon A. Steinberg “TROVER” Dr. Wilfried T. Weber The following made gifts in memory of a special pet to support Mr. and Mrs. W.R. McKeever in memory of “PAL”, Hemolytic Anemia Research: “SCOTTIE”,“PIPER” Mr. and Mrs. Robert W. Nicholson in memory of “BRANDY” Mr. and Mrs. John G. Ray in memory of “HAPPY”
BELLWETHER 54 29 Animal Crackers Egyptian Mau Trivia hunting skills and are considered excellent watchdogs and companions. Dogs are strong- In ancient Egypt, cats were highly valued. Crossword puzzle aficionados may know willed and can be stubborn and manipulative. Egyptian art after 3000 B.C. shows cats helping the terms used to describe groups of animals Consistent, gentle discipline is a must. to fish, hunt and catch rats. Bastet, the cat- and birds – others find them interesting and It is always a good idea to investigate a breed headed Egyptian goddess, presided over all amusing. before buying a puppy. Try to see adults with things feminine, including child-bearing. Cats Swarm of bees Clowder of cats the breeder or at dog shows. Don’t make your were protected and mourned after death and Host of sparrows Litter of puppies decision based on what you might see on tele- often were mummified and buried in sacred Clutch or brood of chicks Pod of seals vision. A wealth of information about breeds, ground. Last century, thousands of these pre- Exaltation of larks Gang of elks breed clubs, dog shows, etc. is available on served bodies were shipped to England. Many Muster of peacocks Band of gorillas AKC’s website – www.akc.org. were ground up and used as fertilizer. Some of Charm of finches Pride of lions these reached the British Museum where scien- Cloud of gnats Flock of sheep tists examining them and found most resem- Murder of crows Troop of kangaroos bled Abyssinians and Egyptian Mau. The Mau Plague of locusts Sleuth of bears (Egyptian for cat) is the only naturally occur- Bevy of swans String of ponies ring spotted domestic cat. It was introduced in The cheetah is reported to be the fastest Bellwether University of Pennsylvania School of Veterinary Medicine the United States in 1957 by Princess animal (200 mph) while the Peregrine falcon Troubetskoy. had been clocked at 70 mph. Editor The Egyptian Mau is recognized by the Cat The average length of pregnancy in the Helma Weeks Fanciers Association. It comes in three colors – elephant is 624 days. In the horse the average is Photographers silver, bronze and smoke. Eyes are gooseberry 336 days and in the cow it is 280 days. The Jon Adams Addison Geary green. average for cats and dogs in 63 days. These Doug Thayer It is a medium-sized cat with the lean and number may be lower or higher in individual Writers elegant lines shown in Egyptian paintings. The animals. Stephen Bradt coat is short and requires little maintenance. Dr. Josephine Deubler Comb to reduce shedding. Polish the coat with Joan Capuzzi Giresi, V.M.D. New Breeds Patrick A. Mahaney, V.M.D. a soft chamois or silk scarf. On January 1, 2003, two breeds become eli- Alumni Relations Liaison gible to compete for championship points at Joshua E. Liss AKC dog shows – the toy fox terrier in the toy New Bolton Center Liaison group and the German pinscher in the work- Jeanie Robinson-Pownall ing group. We’d like to hear your praise, criticisms, or com- Volunteers The toy fox terrier is an American breed ments. Please address your correspondence to: are needed for and is sometimes referred to as the Amertoy. It Helma Weeks was developed by breeding small smooth fox University of Pennsylvania Fair Hill International School of Veterinary Medicine terriers with other toy breeds, including 3800 Spruce Street Thursday, October 24th Chihuahuas and Maltese. The erect, pointed Philadelphia, PA 19104-6010 through ears are a distinguishing feature. It must be (215) 898-1475 under 11.5 inches and over 8.5 inches in [email protected] Sunday October 27th height. There are a number of disqualifications None of these articles are to be reproduced in in the breed standard. More than 50% of the any form without the permission of the editor of International Olympic Bellwether. body must be white, but the head may not be quality riders and ©Copyright 2002 by the Trustees of the University of Pennsylvania. a carriage competition. more than 50% white. The head and body spots must be the same color. Judges at the Volunteers for the Vet box shows will have to study the standard carefully. The University of Pennsylvania values diversity and on Saturday should contact The toy fox terrier has a milder disposition seeks talented students, faculty and staff from diverse back- grounds. The University of Pennsylvania does not discrimi- Bodgie Read at 302-737-2499. than many other terrier breeds. It is alert, intel- nate on the basis of race, sex, sexual orientation, religion, color, national or ethnic origin, age, disability, or status as a ligent, friendly and good with children. Vietnam Era Veteran or disabled veteran in the administra- Any other volunteers should The German pinscher is a medium size, tion of educational policies, programs or activities; ad- missions policies; scholarship and loan awards; athletic, or contact Cheryl Bagnal at short coated dog, smaller than, but similar to, other University administered programs or employment. 410-620-9350 or Questions or complaints regarding this policy should be the Doberman. Except for the short coat, it directed to: Executive Director, Office of Affirmative Action email [email protected] resembles the standard schnauzer which origi- and Equal Opportunity Programs, 3600 Chestnut Street, Sansom Place East, Suite 228, Philadelphia, PA 19104-6106 nally was called the wire haired pinscher. or (215) 898-6993 (Voice) or (215) 898-7803 (TDD). German pinschers are known for their vermin
30 BELLWETHER 54 Dr. Deubler’s Birthday The first weekend in May is always a busy one for Dr. Josephine Deubler, V’38, as it is the “Bucks County weekend” – one of the largest outdoor dog shows, the Bucks County Kennel Club show, is held the first Saturday in May. It has been chaired, organized and run by Dr. Deubler for 34 years. On May 3rd, the eve of the show, more than 100 friends gathered at the Hotel Du Village in New Hope for a celebration of Josephine’s 85th birthday – her birthday is on Dr. Deubler and Walter F.Goodman unveil the portrait. Dean Alan M. Kelly, Dr. Deubler and Gilbert S. Kahn. May 4. Highlight of the evening was the unveiling of a portrait of Dr. Deubler, com- missioned by Walter F. Goodman,member of the School’s Board of Overseers, and painted by Mary White. The portrait will be hung in the Dr. Josephine Deubler Bridge area that will connect the current veterinary school complex to the new Teaching and Research Building. Dean Alan M. Kelly announced that he hopes to raise $1 million for the Deubler Bridge. The space, high above the street, will be a dramatic backdrop, not only to the paint- ing of the School’s first female graduate, but Blowing out the candles and making a wish. Dr. Deubler, Dr. Iris Love and Mrs. Martin Sosnoff. also for plaques honoring achievements of many of our other alumnae. Another highlight of the evening was the reading of adjectives and phrases describing Josephine. “Amazing,”“Unique,”“Irreplace- able,”“Sharp,”“Special,”“Like the Energizer Bunny,” were among the many words and phrases that the audience submitted. The next day, most of the party goers attended the BCKC show which had splendid weather – fitting for a birthday and a great dog Walter F. Goodman, Gilbert S. Kahn and Carol Carlson Dr. Deubler and Alfred Cheauré. show. read adjectives describing Dr. Deubler.
Donors to the Dr.Josephine Deubler Bridge in the Teaching and Research Building Mrs. Jeannine Earnshaw Adams Deewal Registered Raymond E. Larson, V’38 Jack K. Robbins, V’45 Linda E. Aiken, V’78 Josephine Deubler, V’38 Ms. Jean S. Madsen Mrs. Isabel Prizer Robson Mrs. Rosalie M. Anderson Dogs in Review Dr. and Mrs. Robert R. Marshak Irwin Rothman, V’41 Animal Hospital Mr. Samuel E. Ewing III Mrs. Edna K. H. Martin Mrs. Cecelia Ruggles Animal Rescue League of Philadelphia Mr. Wayne E. Ferguson Ms. Karolynne McAteer H. James Schroll, V’74 Dr. Narayan G. Avadhani Mrs. Ellen Frenkel Mrs. Gwynne G. McDevitt Jane Sparacino Schroll, V’74 Mr. Richard L. Bauer Mr. Walter F. Goodman Mr. and Mrs. Barrie G. McMath Mrs. Patricia Scully Mr. and Mrs. Erik Bergishagen Mrs. Gaynor E. Green Mr. and Mrs. R. H. Menaker Mr. and Mrs. John R. Seelbach Bibliography of the Dog Donald W. Gulick, V’75 Mrs. Barbara Miller Mr. and Mrs. Robert D. Sharp Bilmar Veterinary Services Mr. and Mrs. Wayne B. Hallard Mr. Mark Miller Mr. John C. C. Shaw Ms. Eugenia B. Bishop Mrs. Ann D. Hearn Montgomery County Kennel Club Martin & Toni Sosnoff Foundation Ms. Damara Bolte Ms. Wilmarie F. Hopkins Mr. Desmond J. Murphy Mr. and Mrs. Martin T. Sosnoff Mrs. Bette Kuhs Brown Mrs. Gretchen S. Jackson Ms. Charlotte P. Patterson Ms. Toinette Tucker J. William Brown, V’43 Mr. and Mrs. Albert E. Johnston Dr. Samuel M. Peacock Mr. and Mrs. Gonzalo F. Valdes-Fauli Mrs. Ellen MacNeille Charles Mr. Gilbert S. Kahn Pine Brook Farm, Inc. Mrs. Cynthia G. Vogels Ms. Anne Rogers Clark Mr. Kenneth Kauffman Mrs. Margaret Young Renihan Mr. Chris Walkowicz Mrs. Gloria C. Cochrane Mr. and Mrs. Robert L. Kelly Reveille Ms. Sharol C. Way Mrs. Dorothy Dalton Ms. Vernelle Kendrick Mr. James G. Reynolds What A Good Dog, Inc.
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