April 12, 2026
Photo gallery: 2026 Gentle Doctor Benefit
The 39th annual Gentle Doctor Benefit took place April 11, 2026. See photos from this year’s event.
April 12, 2026
Decoding animal health
Lauren Delaney serves as the bridge between veterinarians and the expertise of Mizzou’s Veterinary Medical Diagnostic Laboratory, helping solve complex cases and protect animal health across Missouri and beyond.
March 18, 2026
Specialized surgery, smoother recovery
Through early detection and collaborative expertise, Cooper became a candidate an advanced surgical option not widely available in the region.
March 8, 2026
How one researcher is pushing rare disease science forward
Daniel Davis is advancing rare neurological disease research by developing patient-driven genetic models and therapies that bring hope and progress to communities often left behind.
Feb. 17, 2026
Where curiosity leads to diagnosis
Mizzou’s state-of-the-art Veterinary Medical Diagnostic Laboratory is built for discovery — a place where future veterinarians learn to investigate, analyze and uncover answers. For faculty member Annabelle Burnum, it’s the ideal environment to teach students how to read clues, recognize patterns and build a diagnosis one piece of evidence at a time.
Feb. 15, 2026
Minimally invasive surgery, maximum impact
Caroline, an 11-year-old dog from the Kansas City area, was referred to the Mizzou College of Veterinary Medicine after a mass was discovered in her chest. Her treatment illustrates the role of advanced surgical care paired with compassionate support for families.
Feb. 9, 2026
University of Missouri conducts first in-person clinical trial for nuclear medicine breakthrough device
The clinical trial marks the latest human trial at Mizzou involving radioisotopes to treat cancer.
Feb. 4, 2026
Where food safety meets veterinary medicine
After nearly a decade in the food safety and regulatory field, Dan Cook returned to the classroom to pursue veterinary medicine, a decision shaped by experience, responsibility and a sense that his work was not yet finished. Drawing on his USDA background, the soon-to-be graduate is preparing for a career that blends animal health, public service and food system oversight.
Feb. 1, 2026
Photo gallery: 2026 MVMA Convention
Mizzou College of Veterinary Medicine faculty, staff and alumni gathered with colleagues from across the state at the 2026 Missouri Veterinary Medical Association Convention, celebrating connection, recognition and shared commitment to the profession. See photos from this year's event.
Jan. 27, 2026
Rooted at Mizzou, rising in medicine
Long before she completes her residency program, Jess Taylor Brune earned the confidence of the mentors around her. From discovering anesthesiology almost by accident to being invited into a faculty role years ahead of schedule, her journey reflects how Mizzou identifies talent early and invests in leaders who elevate others.