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DTF-LCPG # 242 – Question Sheet
by claudio barros Aug. 1, 2024

Aug. 1, 2024

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DTF-LCPG # 241 – Answer Sheet
by claudio barros Aug. 1, 2024

Aug. 1, 2024

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DTF Newsletter: August 2024
by Francisco Alejandro Uzal Aug. 1, 2024

Aug. 1, 2024

Dear Colleagues Welcome to the August issue of the Davis-Thompson Foundation newsletter, with the compliments, as usual of our outstanding managing editors, Javier Asin and Jeann Leal. It is with heavy heart that we share the news of the passing of Dr Mary Anna Thrall, on July 14. Dr. Thrall was an incredibly accomplished clinical pathologist, who was a prolific and generous contributor to the DTF. During many years she taught clinical pathology for anatomic pathologists for the Foundation in many countries. A full article about her great life is in the following pages. This issue is, as always, full of information about the training activities of the Foundation all over the world in several languages. See them in the following pages or in our website: https://davisthompsonfoundation.org/ Remember that registration for one of our newest courses, Foundations of Pathology, is open and there are still a few seats available. Consider registering soon because once registration is complete, we will not be able to accept new registrations. And do not forget the 3-day hands-on Racehorse Necropsy Workshop co-sponsored by the Horse Integrity and Safety Authority, a "must" for those doing necropsies of racehorses. For this particular workshop we have also created a waiting list (see registration page), so if you do not manage to secure a seat, we will consider doing a new version later in the year or early in 2025. One of the many highlights of our July training activities, was the "Just in time mock exams", an incredibly successful two-day meeting attended by a large number of aspiring veterinary anatomic pathologists (good luck to all of you!!!). This seminar will be offered annually in the summer. Looking forward to seeing you in one of our training activities. Warm regards Francisco Uzal, DVM, MSc, PhD, Dipl. ACVP Chief Executive Officer Davis-Thompson Foundation Ph: 951 751 0027 E-mail: fauzal(a)ucdavis.edu<mailto:fauzal@ucdavis.edu> www.davisthompsonfoundation.org<https://www.davisthompsonfoundation.org/> [https://drive.google.com/uc?id=1oticUQZYjDPU-1vMA4wHKvLb2SScHV-J]

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Clin Path Residency, Univ. of Fla
by Bruce Williams July 30, 2024

July 30, 2024

Veterinary Clin Path Residency, University of Florida CVM Description & Details The University of Florida College of Veterinary Medicine (UF CVM) invites applications for a veterinary clinical pathology residency position with a July 2025 start date. This three-year program conforms to the guidelines of, and fulfills the residency training requirements for, the American College of Veterinary Pathologists (ACVP). The UF Veterinary Hospital sees a large, diverse, and unique caseload that includes numerous specialty services, as well as a busy exotic species/zoological medicine service, and provides many opportunities to develop a well-rounded foundation for the ACVP certifying examination and a career in diagnostic clinical pathology. Training will consist of the events and components listed below: · Evaluating cytopathology, hematology and hemostasis, clinical chemistry, urinalysis, and endocrinology samples via direct casework. Compensation for after-hours service is available. · Completing structured rounds activities that include formal case data interpretation and description, journal and image clubs, special topic rounds, mock ACVP-ASVCP examinations, general pathology review sessions, and programmatic review of primary reference textbooks. · Developing a research project of manageable scope for publication and presentation. · Preparing and submitting at least one case report/series manuscript for publication. · Attending and presenting at regional, national, and/or international scientific meetings. · Participating in house officer seminars and instruction, and veterinary student didactic and laboratory instruction as required. The candidate selected will be supervised and mentored by a team of board-certified clinical pathologists (currently 4), while working closely with an excellent laboratory staff in a well-equipped laboratory. The service maintains strong and active working liaisons with the anatomic pathology section, making clinical services within the teaching hospital accessible, as well as numerous opportunities to engage in independent and collaborative research. Competitive candidates must hold a Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) or equivalent degree and graduates of AVMA-accredited veterinary colleges are preferred. Those with post-DVM clinical and/or clinical pathology-related experience are preferred. Selection will be based on quality of relevant experience and personal character, as reflected in professional reference letters, evidence of strong academic performance, and demonstrated motivation to pursue a career in veterinary clinical pathology. The ability to communicate clearly and tactfully in a team setting and the initiative to undertake structured, self-directed learning are critical personal skills that underpin all training activities. While the 2025 house officer salary is not yet formally set, it is expected to be at least $52,000 (the 2024 starting salary) with a generous benefits package available. Residents also receive a $500 annual professional development stipend to assist in funding conference attendance or other needs. Additional internal funding for research and/or travel can be applied for separately on a competitive basis. The position includes 15 days of paid time off per year and university holidays, although diagnostic service support will be necessary on some holidays. This appointment will be renewed annually, contingent on satisfactory progress as determined by semi-annual performance reviews. The University of Florida, located in Gainesville, is the state’s oldest university and rated the nation’s 6th best public university by U.S. News and World Report. The student body is composed of over 50,000 undergraduate, graduate, and professional students, including over 19,000 minority and 5,000 international students. Gainesville is a city of 150,000 that serves as north central Florida’s cultural, educational, and commercial center. Florida’s sub-tropical climate permits year-round outdoor activities, with many state parks, trails, and freshwater springs located nearby. The Atlantic and Gulf of Mexico beaches and the major cities of Tampa, Orlando, and Jacksonville are all within two hours’ drive. How to Apply/Contact Application is through an online portal *only*, and required documents should include: (1) an up-to-date curriculum vitae (CV); (2) a certified veterinary college transcript (*legible* unofficial copies are acceptable, the candidate selected must provide a certified copy). Transcripts from programs where grades are reported on a scale other than A (outstanding) to E (failing) must include information or an official college memorandum that equates the issuing institution’s grading scale to A–E or clarifies the applicant’s academic performance on a defined quantitative or semi-quantitative scale; (3) a well-constructed letter of intent that discusses relevant experiences and personal motivations that led you to consider entering this career field; (4) three recommendation letters directly from designated referees, preferably at least one from an ACVP/ECVP board-certified veterinary pathologist. Referees will be asked to offer specific insights about personal attributes they believe will enable you to successfully navigate a rigorous training program, your ability to communicate clearly and participate tactfully in team or group settings, and your capacity to take initiative and work independently. The online application portal link is *https://cdpm.vetmed.ufl.edu/internship-and-residency- <https://cdpm.vetmed.ufl.edu/internship-and-residency->* *programs/veterinary-clinical-pathology-residency/how-to-apply/*. Questions about the application process may be directed to Maura Pedersen at mcpedersen(a)ufl.edu. <mcpedersen(a)ufl.edu> Contact Dr. Chris Lanier at cjlanier88(a)ufl.edu for informal or program-related inquiries. Priority consideration will be given to application materials received by 11:59 pm Friday, October 4, 2024, though application review may be conducted prior to this deadline. Incomplete applications will not be considered. The position will remain open until it is filled. The University of Florida is an equal opportunity institution dedicated to building a broadly diverse and inclusive faculty and staff. If an accommodation due to a disability is needed to apply for this position, please call 352/392-2477 or the Florida Relay System at 800/955-8771 (TDD). Hiring is contingent upon eligibility to work in the US. Searches are conducted in accordance with Florida's Sunshine Law.

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UF pathologist search
by Francisco Alejandro Uzal July 29, 2024

July 29, 2024

Dear colleagues See below link for an interesting position at the University of Florida https://explore.jobs.ufl.edu/en-us/job/532362/clinical-assistantassociate-p…

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C. difficile meeting
by Francisco Alejandro Uzal July 26, 2024

July 26, 2024

Dear colleagues There is meeting this fall in Slovenia devoted to all aspects of C. difficile. The International C. difficile symposium is a traditional venue for the C. difficile community and is organized since 2004. It is a great venue for diagnosticians to share findings and discussions. There is a session on One Health where we are trying to bring aspects of C. difficile infections in veterinary medicine. It would be great if we can have several participants from the international veterinary community attending. Please see the attached flyer or check out the website for the meeting (https://www.icds.si/) . Do not hesitate to contact me if you have any questions. Best regards Francisco Uzal, DVM, MSc, PhD, Dipl. ACVP Chief Executive Officer Davis-Thompson Foundation Ph: 951 751 0027 E-mail: fauzal(a)ucdavis.edu<mailto:fauzal@ucdavis.edu> www.davisthompsonfoundation.org<https://www.davisthompsonfoundation.org/> [https://drive.google.com/uc?id=1oticUQZYjDPU-1vMA4wHKvLb2SScHV-J]

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University of Minnesota NIH T32 positions open
by Jey Koehler July 22, 2024

July 22, 2024

Goals: The goals of the CMP T32 biomedical research training program are to provide students with the broad-based knowledge, quality communication skills, and advanced research training essential for a career as veterinarian-scientists and independent investigators. Qualifications: Candidates must have a DVM degree. As this program is a 100% federally funded grant, due to federal restrictions, only U.S. citizens and those foreign nationals who possess a permanent residency visa (green card) may be supported by this program. Faculty and Training: The 34 faculty mentors in the program represent a diverse group of disciplines, including pharmacology, cell biology, infectious disease, pathology, neurobiology, physiology, genetics, and molecular biology. Trainees who do not already hold a PhD degree have the opportunity to pursue a PhD degree in either the Comparative Molecular Biosciences graduate program or the Veterinary Medicine graduate program within the CVM. Additional information on these programs is at: https://vetmed.umn.edu/graduate-programs . Stipends: Participating trainees are eligible for up to 3 years of training program support at the current NIH stipend levels. A childcare stipend is also available along with funds for training program-related travel, tuition, and fees. Jey Koehler, DVM, PhD, Dipl. ACVP Professor and Tyler & Frances Young Endowed Chair in Pathology Auburn University College of Veterinary Medicine President, Davis-Thompson Foundation www.davisthompsonfoundation.org<http://www.davisthompsonfoundation.org/> From: Alexandra Armstrong <rolan048(a)umn.edu> Sent: Monday, July 22, 2024 4:40 PM To: Jey Koehler <jaw0007(a)auburn.edu> Subject: [EXT] Fwd: T32 Recruitment Brochures CAUTION: Email Originated Outside of Auburn. Hi Jey! Would you be willing to share these flyers for our T32 training program in Comparative Medicine and Pathology with the Davis-Thompson listserv? Let me know if you need any other information. Thanks for all you do! Best, Alex ---------- Forwarded message --------- From: Cathy Carlson <carls099(a)umn.edu<mailto:carls099@umn.edu>> Date: Mon, Jul 22, 2024 at 12:00 PM Subject: Fwd: T32 Recruitment Brochures To: Alexandra Armstrong <rolan048(a)umn.edu<mailto:rolan048@umn.edu>> Hi Alex, Is there a pathology listserv where these attached documents could be shared? Thanks! Cathy -- Cathy S. Carlson, DVM, PhD, DACVP Professor and Chair, Veterinary Clinical Sciences Department College of Veterinary Medicine 1352 Boyd Avenue<https://maps.google.com/?q=1352+Boyd+Avenue&entry=gmail&source=g> C339 Veterinary Medical Center Saint Paul, MN 55108 <https://maps.google.com/?q=1988+Fitch+Avenue%0D+St.+Paul,+MN%C2%A0+55108+%0…> 612-625-7717<tel:(612)%20625-7717> (Phone) 612-624-0751<tel:(612)%20624-3934> (Fax) [https://ci3.googleusercontent.com/mail-sig/AIorK4wQPXNjNTRCvvdu5ItHCsGiAre4…]

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DTF Cover Image
by Images ＠ Davis-Thompson Foundation July 21, 2024

July 21, 2024

Have you captured an image you feel deserves to be shared with pathologists around the world? Every month is a new opportunity to submit images to be featured on an upcoming cover of the Davis-Thompson Foundation Newsletter. Are you worried about image copyrights? Have no fear, the foundation does not claim copyright for any material published by us. Submission information (see attached document for detailed information): - *Send your image and description by e-mail to: * - images(a)davisthompsonfoundation.org Figure Requirements (see examples below): · Do not exceed the maximum file size of 5 MB. · Width of the image should be 6.8 inches. · Acceptable formats are TIFF and JPEG. Figure Legend (attach as a word document separated from the image file): · Name/names of contributors and their affiliated institutions. · Brief (no longer than 2 sentence) description of the lesion including: o Signalment o Diagnosis o Any other pertinent information you want to share Cheers, Drs. Kate Watson and Donald McGavin

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In memoriam - Mary Anna Thrall, 1944-2024
by Bruce Williams July 17, 2024

July 17, 2024

It is with the greatest of sadness that we pass on this news. In addition to the many wonderful things that Mary Anna accomplished in her life, she was a frequent and extremely popular lecturer for the Foundation over the years....she will be missed around the world. *From her daughter, Clarissa Freemyer...* Mary Anna Thrall July 4, 1944 - July 14, 2024 Dr. Mary Anna Thrall was a mother, grandmother, great grandmother, professor of clinical pathology, and a force to be reckoned with of Barnesville, Colorado and St Kitts, passed away at 80 years of age of ovarian cancer, on July 14, 2024. She was born in Montreal, Canada, on July 4th, 1944, to Mariella Godfrey Hull And John Hull. Mary Anna grew up in Patoka, IN. She knew she wanted to be a veterinarian from six years of age. Mary Anna obtained her undergraduate degree from the University of Evansville, her Doctor of Veterinary Medicine degree from Purdue University, and her Master's Degree from Colorado State University. Dr. Mary Anna Thrall was a small animal practitioner for four years after receiving her DVM degree. Following her residency in clinical pathology, she was a faculty member in the Department of Pathology at Colorado State University. For 32 years, she helped train over 40 veterinary clinical pathologists at CSU. She joined Ross University School of Veterinary Medicine in 2010 as a full time Professor of Veterinary Clinical Pathology. Dr. Mary Anna Thrall was actively teaching until just weeks ago. Teaching was her passion and she cared more for her students than they will ever know. Dr. Thrall was involved in continuing education to veterinarians and pathologists and has provided more than 300 scientific presentations and continuing education programs. She is author or co-author of numerous scientific publications, abstracts, proceedings, and book chapters, and is the primary author of a clinical pathology textbook, Veterinary Hematology and Clinical Chemistry. Dr. Thrall was a diplomate and former president of the American College of Veterinary Pathologists in Clinical Pathology and was a recipient of the ASVCP Lifetime Achievement Award in 2008. Mary Anna was also the recipient of the National Pfizer (Zoetis) AAVMC Distinguished Teaching Award, in 2013. Mary Anna was preceded in death by her mother Mariella Godfrey Hull, her father John Hull, and her half sister Shoan Finch. Dr. Mary Anna Thrall is survived by her half brother John Hull Jr., and her four children. She married her high-school sweetheart, Joe Paul Bammer Sr, and they had Joseph Bammer, her first born son, who is a successful sod farmer from Patoka, IN. Joseph is married to Pam Bammer, and they have three beautiful children: Emily, Katherine, and Grace. Emily has two children, Jack (6) and Finnley (4). Katherine is married to Zac Kempf and they also have two children: Braxton (10) and Fletcher (2 months). Dr. Mary Anna Thrall later married Dr. Francis Freemyer of Barnesville, CO and had three girls Anna, Sarah, and Clarissa. Anna is an Orthopedic Surgeon in Sterling, CO and is married to Josh Brown. Josh and Anna have three children: Evan (6), Nova (6), and Mari (1.5). Sarah is a devoted science teacher in Fort Collins, CO, and is married to Michael Waido. They also have three children: Lily (10), Iris (7), and Poppy (1.5). And lastly, Clarissa, of whom she was most proud as she is a veterinarian and recently completed a veterinarian radiation oncology residency. Clarissa is engaged to Sam O’Brien and they have one child, Willow Claire (3 weeks). Mary Anna had hoped to attend their wedding in September of this year. Dr. Donald Thrall, her significant other, was very close to her heart. They were married for four years prior to divorcing in the 70s. They rekindled their love over the past few years, and Don was there for her until the very end. Mary Anna is also survived by many pets. She had four dogs: Maddie, Puff, Coco, and Bruce. She also had two cats: Belly and Stubs. Mary Anna’s favorite thing to do was garden. She has two beautiful gardens that she spent countless hours perfecting. One is in Barnesville, CO (where she will be laid to rest) and the other is in St Kitts. We encourage you to visit both and pull a weed in her honor. There will be a private burial followed by a celebration of this incredible life on August 3rd at 4pm at her home in Barnesville, CO. She will always be remembered as a wonderful mother and teacher who taught us all to be the best versions of ourselves, to think critically, to have fun, and to not be held back by anything or anyone who gets in the way of our dreams and goals. May she live on in all of us. [image: Mary Anna Thrall.jpg] -- Bruce Williams Chief Financial Officer Davis-Thompson Foundation 301 467-4024 bruce.williams(a)davisthompsonfoundation.org www.davisthompsonfoundation.org

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University of Florida - Clinical Assistant/Associate Professor Anatomic Pathology
by Francisco Alejandro Uzal July 16, 2024

July 16, 2024

The College of Veterinary Medicine’s Department of Comparative, Diagnostic, and Population Medicine at the University of Florida (UF) invites applications for a faculty member to join our Anatomic Pathology service as a full time, clinical track faculty assistant/associate professor in Veterinary Anatomic Pathology. The individual will participate in and support the biopsy and necropsy services and teaching activities of the Anatomic Pathology Service in the UF Veterinary Hospitals and will be expected to develop and participate in collaborative research. Teaching responsibilities will involve didactic and clinical training of professional students and residents, and opportunities also exist for graduate student mentorship and education. The UF College of Veterinary Medicine is the seventh ranked College of Veterinary Medicine in the US and is the only one that is part of a top 10 public research university (UF is ranked #6 nationally). The College of Veterinary Medicine is located on campus in close proximity to the College of Medicine and numerous other Health Sciences units that provide ample opportunities for translational research and collaboration. The Veterinary Anatomic Pathology service is composed of nine faculty and six residents, in addition to a robust necropsy and histology support staff. Opportunities also exist to make contributions to established veterinary specialty services, particularly the dermatopathology service. The University of Florida is proud to be part of only a few Veterinary Colleges in the country that offers a specialized veterinary dermatopathology service. This service has an outstanding caseload with a loyal clientele, working closely with dermatologists and general practitioners at UF and across the country. The goal is to continue expanding the service, attracting new clients and supporting our dermatology team in the diagnostic and research areas, fulfilling our mission to be leaders on this field. The Anatomic Pathology residency is a three-year program structured to prepare trainees for possible academic and diagnostic careers. The University of Florida Veterinary Diagnostic Laboratories are comprised of dedicated individuals who strive for excellence in diagnostics to improve animal and human health.  UF aspires to provide an exceptional academic environment that reflects the breadth of thought essential to preeminence and manifests through a community of students, faculty, and staff of diverse experiences and backgrounds. The university has a student body of over 60,000 undergraduate, graduate and professional students, including over 16,000 minority students, and 6,000 international students. EXPECTED SALARY: Salary will be based upon the successful candidate’s professional qualifications and experience. MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: Required qualifications for this position is a DVM or equivalent degree from an approved institution and completion of a veterinary anatomic pathology residency training program or equivalent training. ACVP or ECVP board eligibility or certification is required. Experience in diagnostic biopsy and necropsy, and the ability to independently sign out cases, is required. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: Interest and/or experience in dermatopathology is preferred. All applicants for job number 532362 must apply online through Careers at UF in order to be considered for the position. For full consideration, applicants must submit the following items as a PDF file: (1) a letter outlining your clinical/diagnostic service, teaching and research experiences as well as your professional goals, (2) a current curriculum vitae, and (3) the names and contact information for three professional references who are able to speak to all aspects of your abilities as they relate to the responsibilities of this position. These documents must be submitted online. Inquiries regarding the position should be directed towards Dr. Aline Rodrigues Hoffmann, Search Committee Chair (aline.hoffmann(a)ufl.edu<mailto:aline.hoffmann@ufl.edu> (mailto:aline.hoffmann@ufl.edu)). Applications will be reviewed as soon as they are received and will continue until a suitable candidate has been identified. A starting date as soon as possible or by January 2025 is preferred, although this is negotiable for well qualified applicants. The final candidate will be required to provide official transcript to the hiring department upon hire. A transcript will not be considered “official” if a designation of “Issued to Student” is visible. Degrees earned from an educational institution outside of the United States are required to be evaluated by a professional credentialing service provider approved by National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES), which can be found at http://www.naces.org/ (http://www.naces.org/) The University of Florida is an equal opportunity institution dedicated to building a broadly diverse and inclusive faculty and staff. If an accommodation due to a disability is needed to apply for this position, please call 352/392-2477 or the Florida Relay System at 800/955-8771 (TDD). Hiring is contingent upon eligibility to work in the US. Searches are conducted in accordance with Florida's Sunshine Law. Link to apply: https://explore.jobs.ufl.edu/en-us/job/532362/clinical-assistantassociate-p…

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