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AVC Media Releases


Leptospirosis can be transmitted through urine-contaminated water, such as stagnant or slow-moving water (e.g., puddles or ponds), that are frequented by wildlife.
| Atlantic Veterinary College

New research out of the Atlantic Veterinary College (AVC) at the University of Prince Edward Island suggests a high prevalence of canine leptospirosis regionally within Canada.

The Chinook Project team examines a dog during a past clinic.
| Atlantic Veterinary College

The Atlantic Veterinary College (AVC) is pleased to announce that the Chinook Project will relaunch after a three-year hiatus due to COVID-19 restrictions. The first post-COVID-19 clinic will be offered in Port Hope Simpson, which is located on the southeastern Labrador coast, in June 2022.

Dr. Anne Innis Dagg is "The Woman Who Loves Giraffes."
| Atlantic Veterinary College

The Atlantic Veterinary College (AVC) is pleased to welcome Dr. Anne Innis Dagg for a documentary screening of “The Woman Who Loves Giraffes,” as well as a question-and-answer session on Wednesday, May 25 from 7 – 9 p.m. ADT.

Dr. Deepmala Agarwal recently won the Governor General's Medal (Graduate) and the UPEI Faculty of Graduate Studies Award of Distinction during UPEI's 2022 convocation.
| Atlantic Veterinary College

The Atlantic Veterinary College (AVC) at the University of Prince Edward Island (UPEI) is pleased to congratulate Dr. Deepmala Agarwal, master of science (MSc) graduate and cardiology resident, on being awarded the Governor General’s Medal (Graduate) and the UPEI Faculty of Graduate Studies Award of Distinction during UPEI’s 2022 convocation.  

Dr. John VanLeeuwen congratulates new graduate Dr. Kaitlyn Williamson during UPEI's Convocation Ceremony.
| Atlantic Veterinary College

The Atlantic Veterinary College (AVC) at the University of Prince Edward Island (UPEI) celebrated 77 new graduates during the University’s 2022 Convocation festivities.

Dr. Andrew Cohen poses with his family outside of the Atlantic Veterinary College after the UPEI Convocation Ceremony.
| Atlantic Veterinary College

When Dr. Andrew Cohen, doctor of veterinary medicine graduate, started applying for veterinary schools, the Atlantic Veterinary College (AVC) at the University of Prince Edward Island wasn’t even on the list.

Dr. John VanLeeuwen presents Dr. Gary Conboy with the 2021 Atlantic Award of Excellence in Veterinary Medicine and Animal Care.
| Atlantic Veterinary College

The Atlantic Veterinary College (AVC) at the University of Prince Edward Island participated in the Atlantic Provinces Veterinary Conference (APVC) that was held in Halifax, Nova Scotia from April 22 to 24, 2022.

Dr. Étienne Côté, veterinary cardiologist and professor of cardiology, AVC
| Atlantic Veterinary College

The Atlantic Veterinary College (AVC) at the University of Prince Edward Island is pleased to congratulate Dr. Étienne Côté on being invested as a Fellow of the American College of Cardiology (ACC).

AVC's cardiology team from left; Dr. Lynne O'Sullivan, Dr. Étienne Côté, Dr. Deepmala Agarwal, and Elaine Reveler, veterinary technician.
| Atlantic Veterinary College

AVC surgical and cardiology teams performed AVC’s first ever atriotomy under inflow occlusion - a technique used for open-heart surgery in which all venous flow to the heart is temporarily interrupted.

Dr. Gary Conboy is the recipient of the 2021 Atlantic Award of Excellence in Veterinary Medicine and Animal Care
| Atlantic Veterinary College

The Atlantic Veterinary College (AVC) is pleased to announce that Dr. Gary Conboy, professor emeritus, has been selected as the 2021 recipient of the Atlantic Award of Excellence in Veterinary Medicine and Animal Care.

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