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LSU Vet Med is hiring! If you're interested in a career in veterinary medicine or scientific research, please consider LSU Vet Med. We have multiple openings in surgery.

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As one of only 33 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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Veterinary Teaching Hospital

We care for an array of species and see approximately 20,000 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 Researcher wins prestigous science and innovation award

Tirumalai Rangasamy, Ph.D., associate professor of research at the Center for Lung Biology and Disease, Department of Pathobiological Sciences (PBS), LSU School of Veterinary Medicine, has been named the 2023 Science and Innovation Center Abstract Award winner by the American Thoracic Society Assembly on Pulmonary Infections and Tuberculosis (PI-TB) Award Selection Committee.

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LSU Vet Med students and alumni excel in Veterinary Internship and Residency Matching Program

The Veterinary Internship and Residency Matching Program (VIRMP) recently announced the results of the 2023 match, and students and alumni from the LSU School of Veterinary Medicine (LSU Vet Med) have achieved outstanding success.

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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.