Recently appointed to the Barbara Cox Anthony University Chair in Orthopaedic Research, Dr. Laurie Goodrich prepares to build on the success of the equine orthopaedics program at Colorado State University.
“In terms of my research contribution, the new initiatives that I will bring will focus on novel applications of cell and gene therapy in musculoskeletal and other conditions. Establishing a facility for state-of-the-art cell-based manufacturing will put us at the forefront of regenerative medicine,” Barry said.
McIlwraith’s research has contributed to insights and innovations in the prevention and rehabilitation of orthopaedic problems.
The presence of a wound can throw some owners off as to the underlying cause of a horse’s pain or lameness, says Laurie Goodrich, DVM, PhD, Dipl. ACVS, professor of surgery and lameness at CSU’s Equine Hospital and Orthopaedic Research Center, in Fort Collins.
Drs. Rod Page, Wayne McIlwraith, and Jessica Quimby were honored at the AVMA’s 2019 Excellence in Research Awards.
The awards were presented on Saturday during the National Veterinary Scholars Symposium, held at Cummings School of Veterinary Medicine at Tufts University. Winners include Drs. Wayne McIlwraith and Rod Page.
The American Veterinary Medical Association recently honored Colorado State University Distinguished Professor Dr. Wayne McIlwraith with its Lifetime Excellence in Research Award.
Dr. Kevin Haussler of Colorado State University describes how a saddle should fit horses and how he investigates saddle-fit issues that might cause back pain.
The AAEP Research Award was given to CSU equine surgeon and researcher Dr. C. Wayne McIlwraith for his contributions to equine research, specifically in the areas of orthopedics, joint disease, and biologic therapies. Equine veterinarian Dr. Richard ‘Chip’ Estes (Colorado State '74) was recognized with the Distinguished Educator–Mentor Award.