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Approach to Assisted Equine Reproduction

March 14, 2012
Posted by Rob Foss, DVM

Rob Foss, DVM, of Equine Medical Services in Columbia, Mo., discusses equine reproductive technology, including oocyte transfer, embryo cryoperservation, in-vitro oocyte maturation, in-vitro fertilization, intracytoplasmic sperm injection, and more.

Topics: Assisted Reproduction, Breeding and Reproduction, Breeding Planning, Breeding Process, Embryo Transfer, Mare Care and Problems, Mare Fertility, Media, Seminars, University of Kentucky Diagnostic Research Lecture Series, Vet and Professional, Veterinary Practice, Video

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Rob Foss, DVM, of Equine Medical Services in Columbia, Mo., discusses equine reproductive technology, including oocyte transfer, embryo cryoperservation, in-vitro oocyte maturation, in-vitro fertilization, intracytoplasmic sperm injection, and more.

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Rob Foss, DVM, is president, practitioner, and practice manager of Equine Medical Services in Columbia, Mo. This general equine practice includes one of the larger embryo transfer programs in the country.

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