AAZV Conference

E. coli Siderophore Vaccination to Augment Health Management of Domestic Goats (Capra hircus) in Guest Contact Roles E. coli Vaccination in Health Management of Goats
Kathryn C. Gamble, DVM, MS, DACZM

Hexamita (Spironucleus) meleagridis in Cockatiels (Nymphicus hollandicus)Hexamita (Spironucleus) meleagridis in Cockatiels
Lauren V. Powers, DVM, DABVP (Avian)

A Case of Tusk Fracture in a 40-Year-Old Female African Elephant (Loxodonta africana)African Elephant Tusk Fracture
Beth W. Romig, DVM

A Fluke of a Diagnosis: Parasitic Conjunctivitis in an Ostrich (Struthio camelus)Parasitic Conjunctivitis in an Ostrich
Anne Burgdorf-Moisuk, DVM

A New Supraglottic Device as Alternative for Rabbit Endotracheal Intubation New Supraglottic Device for Rabbit Intubation
Yvonne R.A. van Zeeland, DVM, MVR

A Pilot Study on the Effects of A Low-Starch Diet on Insulin Resistance in Two Captive Black Rhinoceros (Diceros bicornis) at the Cleveland Metroparks Zoo Low-Starch Diet & Insulin Resistance in Black Rhinoceros
L Scoda

A Retrospective Study of the Lesions Associated with Iron Storage Disease in Captive Egyptian Fruit Bats (Rousettus aegyptiacus)Iron Storage Disease Lesions in Egyptian Fruit Bats
Angelique M. Leone, VMD

Advances in Reptile Anesthesia: Blood Gases and Blood Pressure Reptile Anesthesia: Blood Gases & Blood Pressure
Stephen J. Divers, BVetMed, DZooMed, DECZM(Herp), DACZM, FRCVS

Aflatoxicosis in Captive Reared American Alligators (Alligator mississippiensis)Aflatoxicosis in Captive Reared American Alligators
Javier G. Nevarez, DVM, PhD, DACZM, DECZM (Herpetology)

Age-Related Changes in Hematology, Plasma Biochemistry, and Urinalysis Values in Endangered, Wild Ring-Tailed Lemurs (Lemur catta) at the Beza Mahafaly Special Reserve, Madagascar Hematology, Biochemistry, UA Age Changes in Lemur
Cora L. Singleton, DVM

An Evaluation of Deslorelin Implants for Contraception in Captive Sea Otters (Enhydra lutris) Using Fecal Gonadal Hormone Concentrations Deslorelin Implants for Contraception in Sea Otters
Lesanna L. Lahner, DVM, MPH

An Outbreak of Varicella-like Disease in Great Apes at Melbourne Zoo, Australia Varicella-like Disease Outbreak in Great Apes
Helen McCracken, BSc (Vet), BVSc, MVS

Analgesia for the “Big-Uns,” Elephants, Rhinos, Giraffes and Hippos Elephant, Rhino, Giraffe & Hippo Analgesia
Scott B. Citino, DVM, DACZM

Analgesia in Zoo and Wildlife Animals: Translating and Creating Evidence Analgesia in Zoo & Wildlife Animals
Mike Conzemius, DVM, PhD, DACVS

Anesthetic Complications and Clinical Intervention in Opioid-Anesthetized Captive Elephants Complications in Opioid-Anesthetized Elephants
Jeffery R. Zuba, DVM

Avian Analgesia: Current Research and Clinical Applications Avian Analgesia
Michelle G. Hawkins, VMD, DABVP (Avian)

Avian Borna Virus in Non-Psittacine Species Avian Borna Virus in Non-Psittacine Species
J. Jill Heatley, DVM, MS, DABVP (Avian), DACZM

Avian Bornavirus Infection in Free-Ranging Waterfowl: A Retrospective and Prospective Study Avian Bornavirus Infection in Free-Ranging Waterfowl
Pauline Delnatte, DVM

AZA and AVMA: Partnerships with the Big Organizations in the Zoo and Vet Fields AZA & AVMA: Partnerships in the Zoo & Vet Fields
Thomas P. Meehan, DVM

Beware of Your Racoons And Opossums! Salmonella Surveillance of Wildlife Reveals Unexpected Results Racoons & Opossums Salmonella Surveillance
Sonia M. Hernandez, DVM, DACZM, PhD

Blood Concentrations of D- and L-Lactate in Healthy Rabbits D- & L-Lactate in Healthy Rabbits
Isabelle Langlois, DMV, DABVP (Avian)

Blood Gas Analysis in Zoo and Wildlife Medicine Blood Gas Analysis in Zoo & Wildlife Medicine
Sathya K. Chinnadurai, DVM, MS, DACZM

Body Condition Scores for Desert Tortoises Body Condition Scores for Desert Tortoises
Nadine Lamberski, DVM, DACZM

Bottlenose Dolphin Adenovirus 1 and California Sea Lion Adenovirus 1: Genome Characterization and Development of qPCR Testing Bottlenose Dolphin & California Sea Lion Adenovirus 1
James F.X. Wellehan, Jr., DVM, PhD, DACZM, DACVM (Virology, Bacteriology/Mycology)

Breed and Cull: Let’s Talk About a Taboo Breed & Cull
Christian J. Wenker, Dr. med. vet.

Capture of Sandhill Cranes (Grus canadensis tabida) Using Alpha-Chloralose Capture of Sandhill Cranes Using Alpha-Chloralose
Barry K. Hartup, DVM, MS, PhD

Carpal Surgery in a Neutered Male Zalophus californianusCarpal Surgery in a Zalophus californianus
Clayton D. Hilton, MS, DVM

Cataract Removal in an African Elephant (Loxodonta africana)Cataract Removal in an African Elephant
Ryan S. De Voe, DVM, MSpVM, DACZM

Causes of Mortality in Captive Lesser Hedgehog Tenrecs (Echinops telfairi)Causes of Mortality in Lesser Hedgehog Tenrecs
Tara M. Harrison, DVM, MPVM, DACZM

Challenges with Elasmobranch Capture and Anesthesia in Large Aquariums Challenges with Elasmobranch Capture & Anesthesia
Natalie D. Mylniczenko, MS, DVM, DACZM

Characterization and Epidemiology of Helicobacter Infection in Zoo Animals Helicobacter Infection in Zoo Animals
Carmel L. Witte, MS

Chopsticks or Forks? How to Choose Your Surgical Weapons How to Choose Your Surgical Weapons
Geraldine B. Hunt, BVSc, MVetClinStud, FACVSc, PhD

Chronic Renal Failure in Multiple Southern White Rhinoceros (Ceratotherium simum simum)CRF in Multiple Southern White Rhinoceros
Holly J. Haefele, DVM

CIBZ: One Health in South America from Theory to Practice CIBZ: One Health in South America
Ezequiel Hidalgo, DVM

Clinical Fish Analgesia: Swimming Through the Murky Waters of Fish Pain Clinical Fish Analgesia
Kurt K. Sladky, MS, DVM, DACZM

Compare and Contrast Two Successful Anesthetic Protocols in the Nile Hippopotamus (Hippopotamus amphibius spp.)Anesthetic Protocols in the Nile Hippopotamus
Gregory J. Fleming, DVM, DACZM

Comparison of Two Anesthesia Protocols for Celioscopic Sexing in Juvenile Blanding’s Turtles (Emydoidea blandingii)Celioscopic Sexing in Juvenile Blanding's Turtles
Adriana M.W. Nielsen, DVM

Comprehensive Health Assessment of Great and Lesser Apes in Two Mexican Zoological Collections Health Assessment of Great & Lesser Apes
Sam Rivera, DVM, MS, DABVP

Creating Gene Flow Between Wild and Captive Pallas’ Cats (Otocolobus manul) Through Assisted Reproduction with Frozen Semen Gene Flow Between Wild & Captive Pallas Cats
William Swanson, DVM, PhD

Desensitization and Operant Conditioning of Reptiles to Facilitate Veterinary Care: Current Examples and Future Applications Conditioning of Reptiles to Facilitate Veterinary Care
Katharine Hope, DVM

Development of a Cutaneous Wound Healing Model for Evaluation of Platelet-Derived Growth Factor (Regranex®) in the Bearded Dragon (Pogona vitticeps)Regranex in the Bearded Dragon
Krista A. Keller, DVM

Development of a Quantitative PCR for Rapid and Sensitive Detection of an Intranuclear Coccidian Parasite of Tortoises (TINC) and Identification of TINC in the Critically Endangered Arakan Forest Turtle (Heosemys depressa)PCR for Detection of a TINC in Arakan Forest Turtles
W. Alexander Alvarez, DVM

Diagnosis and Management of TB in a Colony of Orangutans in the Real World: Complex But Not Complicated TB Diagnosis & Management in an Orangutan Colony
Chris Walzer, Dr med vet, DECZM (Wildlife Pop. Health)

Diagnosis and Treatment of Atypical Mycobacterial Infections in Pallid Bats (Antrozous pallidus)Atypical Mycobacterial Infections in Pallid Bats
Janna Wynne, DVM

Diagnostic Imaging in Acute Gastrointestinal Disease Diagnostic Imaging in Acute GI Disease
Sophie Dennison, BVMS, MRCVS, DACVR

Does Orally Administered Doxycycline Achieve Adequate Concentration in the Plasma and Tears of Elephant Seals (Mirounga angustirostris)?PO Doxycycline in Elephant Seal Plasma &Tears
Kate S. Freeman, MEM, DVM

Dynamic Salmonella Shedding in a Collection of Zoo Reptiles Salmonella Shedding in Zoo Reptiles
Helle B. Hydeskov, DVM, MRCVS

Echocardiographic, Electrocardiographic, and Radiographic Analysis in the Green Iguana (Iguana iguana)Echo, EKG & Radiograph Analysis in Green Iguana
Kate A. Gustavsen, PhD, DVM

Ecoimmunology: Chaunus marinus as a Case Study to Illustrate this New Discipline Ecoimmunology
Sonia M. Hernandez, DVM, DACZM, PhD

Effects of Intranasal Administration of Dex-Medetomidine and Ketamine on the Yellow-Bellied Slider (Trachemys scripta scripta)IN Dex-Medetomidine & Ketamine in Yellow-Bellied Sliders
Rodney Schnellbacher, DVM

Efficacy of Hematophagous Arthropods in Screening Zoo Animals for Tuberculosis and Bluetongue Virus Hematophagous Arthropods in Screening Zoo Animals
Arne Lawrenz, Dr. med. vet.

Eosinophilic Plaque in Four Related Sumatran Tigers (Panthera tigris sumatrae): Review of Diagnostic and Management Challenges Eosinophilic Plaque in Four Related Sumatran Tigers
Denise M. Imai, DVM, DACVP

Epidemiologic Investigation of Canine Distemper Virus in Domestic Dogs and Jaguars (Panthera onca) in the Surroundings of the Calakmul Biosphere Reserve in Southern Mexico Canine Distemper Virus in Domestic Dogs & Jaguars
Sandra Ortiz, MVZ

Evaluating Echocardiograms and Indirect Blood Pressures in Western Lowland Gorillas (Gorilla gorilla gorilla) in Three Phases of an Anesthetic Protocol Anesthesia Echo & Indirect BP in Western Lowland Gorillas
Julia E. Napier, DVM

Evaluation of a Bovine Commercial Colostrum Replacer and Passive Transfer in Springbok Calves (Antidorcas marsupialis)Bovine Colostrum Replacer & Passive Transfer in Springbok
Kimberly A. Thompson, DVM

Evaluation of Metomidate Hydrochloride as an Anesthetic in Leopard Frogs (Rana pipiens)Metomidate Hydrochloride Anesthetic in Leopard Frogs
Grayson A. Doss, BS

Evaluation of Non-Invasive Blood Pressure Measurement Techniques via the Coccygeal Artery in Anesthetized Cheetahs (Acinonyx jubatus)Non-Invasive BP Measurement Techniques Cheetahs
Ryan Sadler, DVM

Evaluation of Portable Uric Acid/Glucometer and Health Assessment in Free-Ranging Cape Vultures (Gyps coprotheres) in South Africa Portable Uric Acid/Glucometer in Cape Vultures
Eric Klaphake, DVM, DACZM, DABVP (Avian)

Evaluation of the Thermal Antinociceptive Effects of Butorphanol Tartrate in American Kestrels (Falco sparverius)Thermal Antinociceptive Effects of Butorphanol in Kestrels
David Sanchez-Migallon Guzman, LV, MS, DECZM (Avian), DACZM

Evaluation of Three Test Kits for the Manual Counting of Leukocytes in Whole Blood in Wild and Captive Ring-Tailed Lemurs (Lemur catta)Kits for Manual Counting Leukocytes in Ring-Tailed Lemurs
Cora L. Singleton, DVM

Exhibit Forage Larval Survey for Gastrointestinal Nematodes from Exotic Artiodactylids at Disney’s Animal Kingdom® and Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge®Artiodactylids GI Nematodes at Disney’s Animal Kingdom
Deidre K. Fontenot , DVM

Facial Disfiguration Syndrome in Free-Ranging Snakes Throughout the Eastern U.S.: An Emerging Pathogen Associated With ChrysosporiumFacial Disfiguration Syndrome in Snakes in Eastern US
Matt Allender, DVM, MS, PhD, DACZM

Field Electronarcotization, Anesthesia and Sonic Transmitter Implantation of Free-Ranging Robust Redhorse (Moxostoma robustum) in the Broad River System of Georgia Sonic Transmitter Implantation of Robust Redhorse
Johanna Mejia-Fava, DVM

Gastric Phytobezoars Caused by Ingestion of Persimmon in Slender Tailed Meerkats (Suricata suricatta)Persimmon Phytobezoars in Slender Tailed Meerkats
Alicia Hahn, DVM

Gastrointestinal Torsion and Intussusception in Northern Koalas (Phascolarctos cinereus) at the San Diego Zoo, 1976–2012 GI Torsion & Intussusception in Northern Koalas
Nicole M. Joyce-Zuniga, DVM

Giraffe Cardiovascular Physiology: Implications for Anesthesia Giraffe Cardiovascular Physiology & Anesthesia
Mads F. Bertelsen, DVM, DVSc, DACZM

Gross and Computed Tomographic Anatomy of the Lacrimal Drainage System of Snakes Anatomy of the Lacrimal Drainage System of Snakes
Nicole M. Souza, BS

Ground-Based Darting of Bighorn Sheep (Ovis canadensis) with Medetomidine-Ketamine: Efficacy and Safety Darting of Bighorn Sheep with Medetomidine-Ketamine
Nigel Caulkett, DVM, MVETSC, DACVA

Hematologic and Plasma Biochemistry Values in Free-Ranging and Captive Western Pond Turtles (Emys Marmorata)Hematology & Biochemistry in Western Pond Turtles
Krista A. Keller, DVM

Hemorrhagic Diathesis in Avian Species Following Intramuscular Administration of Polysulfated Glycosaminoglycan Avian Hemorrhagic Diathesis in Following IM PSGAG
Kadie Anderson, DVM

How to Conduct Retrospective Studies in the Absence of Confirmatory Diagnostics: An Example from a Study of Feline Herpesvirus (FHV) in Cheetahs (Acinonyx jubatus)Absent Confirmatory Diagnostics in Retrospective Studies
Carmel L. Witte, MS

Immune-Mediated Hemolytic Anemia Secondary to Disseminated B-Cell Lymphoma in a California Sea Lion (Zalophus californianus)Disseminated B-Cell Lymphoma IMHA in a California Sea Lion
Elisabeth Anderson, DVM

Improving Welfare of Captive Wildlife in China: Promoting Integrated Veterinary and Behavioral Management Improving Welfare of Captive Wildlife in China
Monica K.H. Bando, BS, MS, BVSc

Incorporation of Computed Tomography (CT) Technology into Routine Zoological Medicine: How In-House Equipment Can Enhance Quality of Care Incorporation CT into Routine Zoological Medicine
Michael J. Adkesson, DVM, DACZM

Infectious Pathogens and Resistance to Diseases Related to Ursids: Are Microparasites a Factor in the Ursid Threatened Species Management Plans?Pathogens & Resistance to Diseases Related to Ursids
Ezequiel Hidalgo, DVM

Intraocular Pressure Measurement by Applanation Tonometry: Baseline Assessment in Exotic Carnivores and Non-Human Primates IOP Measurement by Applanation Tonometry
Jessica Lovstad

Invertebrate Antinociception: Areopioidseffective in Tarantulas?Invertebrate Antinociception
Dominique L. Keller, DVM, PhD

Investigation of Epidemiologic and Nutritional Factors Associated with a Global Epizootic of Transitional Cell Carcinoma in Fishing Cats (Prionailurus viverrinus)Global Epizootic of TCC in Fishing Cats
Emily Marshall

Iron Storage Disease Susceptibility Profiles in Asian Hornbills Iron Storage Disease Susceptibility in Asian Hornbills
Kathryn C. Gamble, DVM, MS, DACZM

Kiricephalus Coarctatus in an Eastern Indigo Snake (Drymarchon couperi); Endoscopic Removal, Identification, and Phylogeny Kiricephalus coarctatus in an Eastern Indigo Snake
A. Paige Brock, DVM

Launching of The United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) and The Association of Zoos and Aquariums (AZA) Pilot Surveillance Program for Avian Influenza: Preliminary Results USDA & AZA Surveillance Program for Avian Influenza
Jeleen A. Briscoe, VMD, DABVP (Avian)

Lessons Learned: Emergency Evacuation of Roosevelt Park Zoo Emergency Evacuation of Roosevelt Park Zoo
Ann M. Olson, DVM

Long-Acting Antibiotics in Zoo Animals: What Do We Know?Long-Acting Antibiotics in Zoo Animals
Jessica M. Gull, Dr med vet

Management of a Concurrent Ranavirus and Herpesvirus Epizootic Event in Captive Eastern Box Turtles (Terrapene Carolina carolina)Epizootic Ranavirus & Herpesvirus in Eastern Box Turtles
Richard R. Sim, DVM

Management of an Outbreak of Cowpox in a Group of Captive Cheetahs (Acinonyx jubatus soemmeringii)Cowpox in a Group of Captive Cheetahs
Gabby J. Drake, BVSc, BSc (Hons), MRCVS

Management of Joint Luxations in Birds Management of Joint Luxations in Birds
R. Avery Bennett, DVM, MS, DACVS

Management of Severe Bilateral Chronic Superficial Keratitis (Pannus) in an African Wild Dog (Lycaon pictus)Severe Bilateral Pannus in an African Wild Dog
Sarah M. Churgin, DVM

Management of Uterine Fibroids and Ovarian Cysts with Leuprolide Acetate in an Allen’s Swamp Monkey (Allenopithecus nigroviridus)Fibroids & Ovarian Cysts in an Allen's Swamp Monkey
Yousuf S. Jafarey, DVM

Managing a Tuberculosis Outbreak: Development and Implementation of Screening Protocols for Mycobacterium tuberculosis in Zoo Mammals Managing a TB Outbreak in Zoo Mammals
Frances Hulst, BVSc, MVS

Marine Mammal Analgesia: Where Have We Been and Where Do We Still Need to Go?Marine Mammal Analgesia
Martin Haulena, DVM, MSc, DACZM

Minimally Invasive Technique for Administration of Chemotherapeutics via a Vascular Access Port in a Mongoose Lemur (Eulemur mongoz)Vascular Access Port Chemotherapeutics (Mongoose Lemur)
Justin R. Schlanser, DVM

Mortality Reviews: How to Minimize Bias and Draw Appropriate Conclusions Mortality Reviews
Bruce A. Rideout, DVM, PhD, DACVP

Mycobacteriosis in the Black and Rufous Elephant Shrew (Rhynchocyon petersi)Mycobacteriosis in the Black & Rufous Elephant Shrew
Nancy C. Boedeker, DVM

Nasal Adenocarcinomas in Two African Wild Dogs (Lycaon pictus)Nasal Adenocarcinomas in Two African Wild Dogs
Lauren Retallack, DVM

Nasal Carcinoma in Mexican Gray Wolves (Canis lupus baileyi): Prevalence Determination Using Computed Tomography Nasal Carcinoma in Mexican Gray Wolves
Carlos R. Sanchez, DVM, MSc(WAH)

Nematophagous Fungus (Duddingtonia flagrans) Pilot Trials for Trichostrongyle Parasite Control in Exotic Artiodactylid Species Trichostrongyle Parasite Control in Exotic Artiodactylid
Deidre K. Fontenot , DVM

New Thoughts on Peracute Mortality in Giraffe Peracute Mortality in Giraffe
Wm. Kirk Suedmeyer, DVM, DACZM

Non-lethal Acquisition of Large Liver Samples From Free-Ranging Sturgeon (Scaphirhynchus Spp.) Using Novel Optical Biopsy Forceps Non-Lethal Liver Samples from Free-Ranging Sturgeon
Stephen J. Divers, BVetMed, DZooMed, DECZM(Herp), DACZM, FRCVS

Objective and Behavioral Results Following Cataract Removal in 80 Pinnipeds Results Following Cataract Removal in 80 Pinnipeds
C.M.H. Colitz, DVM, PhD, DACVO

Observations on Praziquantel Concentrations During Experimental and Clinical Use in Marine Aquaria Praziquantel Concentrations in Marine Aquaria
Charles Innis, VMD, DABVP (Reptile & Amphibian)

Occurrence of Toxoplasma gondii, Papillomavirus and Poxvirus Infections in Brazilian Dolphins T. gondii, Papillomavirus, Poxvirus in Brazilian Dolphins
Omar Gonzales-Viera, DVM, MSc

Ocular Lesions in 67 Snakes Seen at a University Veterinary Teaching Hospital (1985–2010)Ocular Lesions in Snakes at a University Hospital
Jennifer C. Hausmann, DVM

Outbreak of Pterygodermatites nycticebi in Callitrichids of The Royal Zoological Society of Antwerp P. nycticebi Outbreak in Callitrichids
Francis Vercammen, DVM

Pharmacokinetics of Tramadol and O-desmethyltramadol in Loggerhead Sea Turtles (Caretta caretta)Tramadol & O-DSMT in Loggerhead Sea Turtles
Terry M. Norton, DVM, DACZM

Plasma Protein Electrophoresis in Grand Cayman Blue Iguanas (Cyclura lewisi)Plasma Protein Electrophoresis in Blue Iguanas
Kimberly L. Rainwater, DVM

Polyarthritis Associated with a Novel Poxvirus in Big Brown Bats (Eptesicus fuscus)Novel Poxvirus Polyarthritis in Big Brown Bats
Michael M. Garner, DVM, DACVP

Preparing to Anesthetize a Giraffe in a Confined Area Anesthetizing a Giraffe in a Confined Area
Nadine Lamberski, DVM, DACZM

Preputial Aplasia, Ectopic Testes, and Suspected Intersex in a Chinese Muntjac Deer (Muntiacus reevesi)Muntjac Preputial Aplasia/Ectopic Testes/Suspect Intersex
S. Emmanuelle Knafo, DVM

Prevalence and Management of Osteoarthritis in Asiatic Black Bears (Ursus thibetanus) Rescued from Bile Farms in China Osteoarthritis in Asiatic Black Bears
Monica K.H. Bando, BS, MS, BVSc

Psittacine Circoviral Infection in Juvenile African Grey Parrots (Psittacus erithacus)Psittacine Circoviral Infection in African Grey Parrots
Olivia Petritz, DVM

Report on a Multi-Stakeholder Exercise for Avian Influenza Preparedness and Response Avian Influenza Preparedness & Response
Yvonne Nadler, DVM, MPH

Reproductive Anatomy of the Male Giraffe (Giraffa camelopardalis)Reproductive Anatomy of the Male Giraffe
Helle B. Hydeskov, DVM, MRCVS

Response to Human Recombinant Granulocyte Colony-Stimulating Factor (Filgrastim; Neupogen®) in Neutropenic Cetaceans Response to rhG-CSF in Neutropenic Cetaceans
Michelle R. Davis, DVM, DACZM

Retrospective Review of Morbidity and Mortality in Giant Pacific Octopus (Enteroctopus dofleini) at the National Aquarium from 2004–2012 Morbidity & Mortality in Giant Pacific Octopus
Kathryn E. Seeley, DVM

Sedation as an Alternative to General Anesthesia in Zoological Companion Animal Patients Sedation as a General Anesthesia Alternative
Angela M. Lennox, DVM, DABVP (Avian)

Sedation of White Seabass (Atractoscion nobilis) with Ketamine-Dexmedetomidine to Facilitate Capture and Transportation White Seabass Sedation with Ketamine-Dexmedetomidine
Janna Wynne, DVM

Sex Differences in Meloxicam Pharmacokinetics in Ferrets (Mustela putorius furo) After Single Subcutaneous Administration Sex Differences in Meloxicam Pharmacokinetics in Ferrets
Sathya K. Chinnadurai, DVM, MS, DACZM

Snow Leopard (Uncia uncia) Functional Genomics Initiative: Integrating Genomics into the Management of Captive Endangered Species Snow Leopard Functional Genomics Initiative
Margaret C. Barr, DVM, PhD

Snow Leopard (Uncia uncia) Papillomavirus Infection, Vaccine Development, Serologic Testing, Vaccination and Treatment Options Snow Leopard Papillomavirus
Janis Ott Joslin, DVM

Successful Management of Recurrent Eosinophilic Granuloma with Steroids and Antihistamines in a Black Rhinoceros (Diceros bicornis)Recurrent Eosinophilic Granuloma in a Black Rhinoceros
Greg T. Bishop, BS

The Association of Zoos and Aquariums and Pfizer Animal Health Group Donation Program AZA & Pfizer Animal Health Group Donation Program
Thomas W. deMaar, DVM

The Avian Sarcocystis Predator: Not the Species We Think The Avian Sarcocystis Predator
Thomas W. deMaar, DVM

The Contraceptive Health Surveillance Program: The Veterinarian’s Important Role Contraceptive Health Surveillance Program
Dalen W. Agnew, DVM, PhD, DACVP

The Current State of Orangutan Health in North America and the Orangutan SSP’s Plans for Moving Forward Orangutan Health in North America & Moving Forward
Joseph A. Smith, DVM

The Development and Testing of a Dual-Function Underwater Dart Rifle Dual-Function Underwater Dart Rifle
Horace E. Walcott, DVM, MSPH, MSc

The Role of Hepcidin in Regulation of Iron Balance in Bats Hepcidin in Regulation of Iron Balance in Bats
Iga Stasiak, DVM

The Role of the Zoo Veterinarian in the Regulation of Avian Welfare Under the Animal Welfare Act Role of Zoo Veterinarians & the Animal Welfare Act
Jeleen A. Briscoe, VMD, DABVP (Avian)

The Science of Measuring Perioperative Pain Science of Measuring Perioperative Pain
Mike Conzemius, DVM, PhD, DACVS

The United States Department of Agriculture and the Zoo Animal Health Network: A Model for Government Collaboration with Zoos and Aquariums USDA & the Zoo Animal Health Network
Jeleen A. Briscoe, VMD, DABVP (Avian)

The Use of Controlled Induction to Minimize Traumatic Injury to Reticulated Giraffe (Giraffa camelopardalis reticulata) Using Thiafentanil, Medetomidine, and Ketamine Induction to Minimize Injury to Reticulated Giraffe
Timothy Storms, DVM

The USGS National Wildlife Health Center: Past, Present, and Future USGS National Wildlife Health Center
Clayton D. Hilton, MS, DVM

Thiafentanil (A3080): Will It Replace Etorphine and Carfentanil? What Species Does It Work or Not Work In?Thiafentanil (A3080)
William R. Lance, DVM, MS, PhD, DACZM

Thirty Years of Mortality Assessment in Whooping Crane (Grus americana) Reintroductions: Patterns and Implications Mortality Assessment in Whooping Crane Reintroductions
Barry K. Hartup, DVM, MS, PhD

Tick Talk: Trying to Understand (and Kill) the Spinose Ear Tick (Otobius megnini)Trying to Understand & Kill the Spinose Ear Tick
Holly J. Haefele, DVM

Trans-Coelomic Ultrasound for Reproductive Monitoring in a Female Fijian Banded Iguana (Brachylophus bulabula)US for Reproductive Monitoring a Fijian Banded Iguana
Lauren L. Howard, DVM, DACZM

Treatment of Chronic Sinusitis in Orangutans (pongo sp.) by Functional Endoscopic Sinus Surgery Treatment of Chronic Sinusitis in Orangutans
Hanspeter W. Steinmetz, DrMedVet, MSc, DACZM, DECZM (Zoo Health Management)

Treatment of Cuticular Mycosis in Wild-Caught Common Sea Fans (Gorgonia ventalina)Treatment of Cuticular Mycosis in Common Sea Fans
Ginger L. Takle, DVM

Treatment of Diskospondylitis-Associated Intervertebral Disk Herniation in an Aardvark (Orycteropus afer): Lessons on ICU Care and Rehabilitation Following a Lumbar Hemilaminectomy Lumbar Hemilaminectomy ICU Care & Rehab
Benjamin N. Nevitt, DVM

Treatment of Probable Coccidioides Species Meningoencephalitis with Secondary Obstructive Hydrocephalus in a Buff-Cheeked Gibbon (Nomascus gabriellae) Through Medical Management and Placement of a Ventriculoperitoneal Shunt Buff-Cheeked Gibbon Coccidioides Meningoencephalitis
Alexandra Goe, DVM

Two Cases of Canine Adenovirus Type 1 Infection in Malayan Sunbears (Helarctos malayanus) at the Oakland Zoo, California CAV-1 Infection in Malayan Sun Bears
Andrea L. Goodnight, DVM

Two Cases of Suspected Polioencephalomalacia Secondary to Thiamine Deficiency in White-Fronted Marmosets (Callithrix geoffroyi) Exhibiting Concurrent Clinical Signs of Wasting Marmoset Syndrome Thiamine Deficiency PEM in White-Fronted Marmosets
Alexandra Goe, DVM

Understanding the Spread of Johne’s Disease in Zoo Animals: Who Should We Worry About?Spread of Johne's Disease in Zoo Animals
Tristan Burgess, BVSc

Update on Primate Analgesia Update on Primate Analgesia
Jordyn M. Boesch, DVM, DACVA

Update: Evaluation of Captive Gibbons in North American Zoological Institutions for an Epizoonotic Agent: The Gibbon Ape Leukemia Virus (GALV)Gibbon Ape Leukemia Virus
Jessica L. Siegal-Willott, DVM, DACZM

Updates on Elephant Endotheliotropic Herpesvirus (EEHV) EEHV-5 Infections in Asian Elephants (Elephas maximus)EEHV Infections in Asian Elephants
Lauren L. Howard, DVM, DACZM

Urolithiasis in Chelonians: 38 Cases (1987–2012)Urolithiasis in Chelonians
Krista A. Keller, DVM

USDA APHIS Animal Care: Activities and Opportunities USDA APHIS Animal Care
Laurie J. Gage, DVM, DACZM

Use of Computed Tomography as an Imaging Guide for Castration in the Crested Porcupine (Hystrix africaeaustralis)CT-Guided Castration in the Crested Porcupine
Brittany Rizzo, DVM

Use of Dexmedetomidine, Midazolam, Ketamine, and Reversal with Atipamezole for Chemical Immobilization of Giant Anteaters (Myrmecophaga tridactyla), Lesser Anteaters (Tamandua tetradactyla), and Silky Anteaters (Cyclopes didactylus) Kept in Captivity Giant, Lesser & Silky Anteater Immobilization
Gianmarco Rojas Moreno, DVM Esp.

Use of Distraction Osteogenesis in Two Wild Raptor Species Distraction Osteogenesis in Wild Raptor Species
Michelle M. Willette, DVM

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