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Veterinary Medicine

Articles on all things relating to the care of animals, including tips for pre-veterinary and veterinary school success and profiles of current veterinarians (DVM).

Captain Haley Davis

Veterinarian Q&A

Serving Pets and Country: A Conversation with Army Veterinarian Captain Haley Davis, DVM

Abstract: Captain Haley Davis, DVM, a 2020 graduate of the Virginia–Maryland College of Veterinary Medicine, ... Read more

Alexander Salas

Updated April 14, 2026 by Alexander Salas

Pre-health advising office helping student navigate the admissions process

Pre-DentalPre-HealthPre-MedicalPre-Occupational TherapyPre-OptometryPre-PharmacyPre-Physical TherapyPre-PodiatryPre-PsychologyPre-Veterinary

Practical Perspectives for Navigating the Admissions Process 

Abstract: Drawing from years of experience as an assistant dean for admissions, Heidi Fuchs offers ... Read more

Heidi Fuchs

Updated April 14, 2026 by Heidi Fuchs

Mars veterinary consolidation

NewsVeterinary Medicine

Mars, Inc: Candy, Clinics, and the Consolidation of Veterinary Medicine

Abstract: Most veterinary students know Mars, Inc. as the company behind M&M’s and Snickers. Fewer ... Read more

Laura Turner

Updated October 27, 2025 by Laura Turner

2025 Advisor of the Year Graham Greer

NewsPre-MedicalPre-Veterinary

Academic Advising Best Practices for Student Success: Insights and Strategies from 2025 HPSA Advisor of the Year Graham Greer

Abstract: Graham Greer, the 2025 Health Professional Student Association Graduate Student Advisor of the Year, ... Read more

Emil Chuck, PhD

Updated October 27, 2025 by Emil Chuck, PhD

University of Illinois Master of Veterinary Science

Pre-Veterinary

Ask the Professional: University of Illinois Vet Med Master of Veterinary Science Program

Dr. María Juárez Byrd spoke with SDN about the University of Illinois Vet Med Master ... Read more

Emil Chuck, PhD

Updated November 13, 2024 by Emil Chuck, PhD

Combined DVM/PhD

Pre-Veterinary

Pursuing a Combined DVM/PhD Program: A Path to Research in Veterinary Medicine

For pre-veterinary students with a keen interest in research, pursuing a combined DVM/PhD program can ... Read more

Megan Corbett, DVM, PhD

Updated July 18, 2024 by Megan Corbett, DVM, PhD

Veterinary Medicine

Ten Free Resources That You Need to Succeed As A Veterinarian

If you are reading this, this means that you are en route to becoming a ... Read more

Student Doctor Network

Updated October 18, 2023 by Student Doctor Network

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Veterinary School

Graduating from Veterinary School: Approaching the VIRMP Application

So, you are interested in applying for a Veterinary Internship or Residency position for advanced ... Read more

Corey Fisher

Updated June 22, 2022 by Corey Fisher

Apply Smarter Webinar Pre-Vets

Pre-Veterinary

“Apply Smarter” Webinar for Pre-Vets

Join the VIN Foundation in collaboration with the Student Doctor Network (SDN) and the American ... Read more

Student Doctor Network

Updated June 22, 2022 by Student Doctor Network

Pre-Veterinary

“Apply Smarter” Webinar for tips on applying to veterinary school

Updated August 15, 2019 – SDN, along with the VIN Foundation and the American Pre-Veterinary ... Read more

Laura Turner

Updated June 23, 2022 by Laura Turner

veterinary shadowing

Pre-Veterinary

Veterinary Shadowing: How To Find And Make The Most Of Opportunities

You’ve decided you want to be a veterinarian – but how do you know it’s ... Read more

Claire Porter

Updated June 24, 2022 by Claire Porter

Duffy Jones

Veterinarian Q&A

Q&A with Duffy Jones, DVM, Author of The Business Side of Veterinary Medicine

Dr. M. Duffy Jones, DVM completed his Bachelor of Science degree in biology at the ... Read more

Crissey Tait

Updated June 24, 2022 by Crissey Tait

choosing the right vet school

Pre-Veterinary

How Choosing the Right Vet School Increases Your Acceptance Chances and Saves You Money

Several publications generate lists of the “best” veterinary schools using various criteria. Unlike some other ... Read more

Tony Bartels

Updated June 24, 2022 by Tony Bartels

Courtleigh Watson

Veterinarian Q&A

Q&A with Courtleigh Watson, DVM

Today we (Tutor the People) are interviewing Courtleigh Watson, a DVM associate veterinarian. Courtleigh studied ... Read more

Tutor The People

Updated June 25, 2022 by Tutor The People

Veterinary School

Pre-Veterinary

Applying to Veterinary School – Infographic

Are you considering applying to Veterinary School? SDN has you covered! In this infographic, learn ... Read more

Student Doctor Network

Updated June 18, 2023 by Student Doctor Network

Veterinarian Q&A

Protecting the World’s Food Supply, One Student at a Time: An interview with Jacque Pelzer, DVM

From building surfboards to helping veterinary students achieve their goals, Jacque Pelzer’s career path was ... Read more

Suzanne Barston

Updated June 26, 2022 by Suzanne Barston

Veterinary Medicine

Best in Show: AVMA President Joseph Kinnarney on What Makes a “Really Good Vet”

Joseph Kinnarney, DMV came to this year’s UC Davis Pre-Health Conference with one goal in ... Read more

Suzanne Barston

Updated March 16, 2019 by Suzanne Barston

Veterinarian Q&A

20 Questions: Jennifer Luna-Repose, DVM

Dr. Jennifer Luna-Repose, DVM, is currently practicing at Alternatives For Animals in Lafayette, Calif., where ... Read more

Juliet Farmer

Updated June 26, 2022 by Juliet Farmer

Veterinarian Q&A

20 Questions: Deborah Elaine Linder, DVM, Veterinary Nutritionist

Deborah Elaine Linder, DVM, is a board certified veterinary nutritionist and a research assistant professor ... Read more

Juliet Farmer

Updated June 27, 2022 by Juliet Farmer

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