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As one of only 33 fully accredited veterinary schools in the U.S., the mission of LSU Vet Med is to improve and protect the lives of animals and people through superior education, transformational research, and compassionate care.
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Apply to LSU Vet Med

Interested in applying to LSU Vet Med to pursue your Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) degree, Master's (MS) degree or Doctoral (PhD) degree, Advanced Training (internships or residencies), Externship, or Career (Job Opportunities)?

Please note that MS and PhD candidates do not need to have a research interest in veterinary medicine and research does not need to benefit animals. LSU Vet Med is a biomedical research institution as well as a veterinary school. Our researchers' investigations cover a wide range of disciplines, including cancer biology, disease processes, cardiovascular disease, infectious and parasitic diseases, neurosciences, toxicology, bacteriology, and more.

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Veterinary Teaching Hospital

We care for an array of species and see approximately 21,000 cases each year. We offer specialty services as well as primary care. Our comprehensive care allows us to treat a variety of illness and injuries. We are open 24/7, 365 to provide care for your animal.

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LSU Vet Med Wildlife Hospital urges caution as bird flu risk increases during fall and winter

As migratory birds make their way south for the winter, the LSU School of Veterinary Medicine is reminding Louisiana residents to be aware of the increased risk of highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI), commonly known as bird flu, and to take precautions when encountering sick or injured wildlife.

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LSU Vet Med to open 32nd International Exhibition on Animals in Art

The LSU School of Veterinary Medicine will celebrate the opening of its 32nd International Exhibition on Animals in Art with a reception Saturday, Oct. 10, from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. in the LSU Vet Med Library. LSU Vet Med is located on the LSU campus on Skip Bertman Drive.

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Vision

Bettering lives through education, public service, and discovery

Mission

Improving and protecting the lives of animals and people through superior education, transformational research, and compassionate care

Values

Integrity. Compassion. Innovation.

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