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Tuesday’s Top Tweets from the 2016 AAEP Convention

The Horse Staff December 7, 2016

Tweets and take-homes from sessions on lameness, rehabilitation, equine back issues, and more!

Former AHC President Receives AAEP George Stubbs Award

Edited Press Release December 7, 2016

Jay Hickey was recognized for his contributions to the equine industry and support of equine health and welfare.

AAEP Lavin Cup Awarded to Michael Blowen

Edited Press Release December 7, 2016

Michael Blowen is an advocate of racehorse aftercare and founder of Old Friends Thoroughbred retirement center.

Virginia Sport Horse Vet Installed as 2017 AAEP President

Edited Press Release December 6, 2016

Dr. R. Reynolds Cowles Jr. focuses much of his practice on lameness in racehorses and performance horses.

Equine Ophthalmologist Named AAEP Distinguished Educator

Edited Press Release December 6, 2016

Dr. Dennis Brooks is world-renowned for his contributions to equine ophthalmology.

Blodgett Named AAEP Distinguished Life Member

Edited Press Release December 6, 2016

Dr. Glenn Blodgett implemented advanced equine reproductive techniques at the 6666 Ranch with enviable results.

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The Horse Staff December 6, 2016

Tweets and take-homes from sessions on biosecurity, equine collapse, MRI, industry issues, and more!

Moyer Receives AAEP Distinguished Service Award

Edited Press Release December 6, 2016

Dr. Bill Moyer’s advancements in treating equine foot disorders make him an authority on lameness issues.

Dembek Receives EQUUS Foundation Research Fellow

Edited Press Release December 5, 2016

Dr. Katarzyna Dembek is studying how hypothalamic, pituitary, and adrenal hormones relate to disease in newborn foals.

Vet Students Receive Merck/AAEP Foundation Scholarships

Edited Press Release December 5, 2016

Five vet students committed to careers in equine medicine each received $5,000 scholarships.

Whitfield-Cargile Named Past-Presidents’ Research Fellow

Edited Press Release December 5, 2016

Dr. Canaan Whitfield-Cargile is examining the role of microbiota in equine gastrointestinal healing.

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Ducharme to Deliver AAEP’s 2016 Milne Lecture

Edited Press Release October 4, 2016

Dr. Norm Ducharme will speak on various upper airway issues, current research, and emerging diagnostics and treatments.

Equine Vets Will Make a Splash at 2016 AAEP Convention

Edited Press Release September 12, 2016

The AAEP’s 62nd Annual Convention and Trade Show will convene Dec. 3-7 in Orlando, Florida.

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