Breaking the (Cytology) Rules: When Criteria of Malignancy DON’T Apply Eric Fish, DVM, PhD, DACVP Introduction One of the first concepts taught in cytology is “atypia” or “criteria of malignancy.” These are features of abnormal cellular division such as anisokaryosis, multinucleation, abnormal nucleoli, pleomorphism, mitotic figures, and more. A classic rule of thumb states that three or more criteria of malignancy can help you differentiate between normal tissues and cancer. However, like many things in pathology, these simple rules don’t…
UVS is thrilled to announce that two new surgeons recently joined our team. Dr. Elizabeth Daugherty joined the UVS team on September 1, 2026. Dr. Daugherty received her Master of Public Health from University of Missouri School of Health Professions and her Doctor of Veterinary Medicine from University of Missouri College of Veterinary Medicine in 2020. Dr. Daugherty then completed a one-year rotating internship at Gulf Coast Veterinary Specialists in Houston, TX. Interested in surgery, she completed two consecutive surgical…
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UVS is thrilled to welcome board-certified radiologist Dr. Alison Tarbell to the radiology team. Dr. Tarbell received her Doctor of Veterinary Medicine degree from University of California, Davis, in 2014. After her first two years at UC Davis, she moved to Bethesda, MD, to complete a one-year research fellowship through a collaboration between the Howard Hughes Medical Institute (HHMI) and the National Institutes of Health (NIH). After veterinary school, she moved to New York City for postgraduate training, spending five…
Specialty Spotlight: “Urine for a Wild Ride!” A Review of Diuretic Therapy in Canine Congestive Heart Failure Aaron C. Wey, DVM, DACVIM (Cardiology) Heart disease is common in canine patients, with estimates as high as 10% of all dogs seen in your hospital developing some form of heart disease during their lifetime. While all dogs with heart disease do not progress to develop overt signs of congestive heart failure, those that do require frequent communication, consistent monitoring, and therapeutic adjustments…
Dr. Agnieska Kent, Cardiologist, and Mylissa F., LVT, VTS, Manager of Medical Staff Education and Development, spoke at Shaker Middle School’s 8th Grade Career Day. Dr. Kent and Mylissa shared their different journeys in Veterinary Medicine and explored the many career opportunities to help animals and beyond.
On Sunday, June 7, UVS sponsored and participated in the Animal Protective Foundation’s 5th Annual Woofstock Music Festival and 5K. As a Capital Region favorite, participants, two-legged and four, joined together for a daylong celebration! UVS had a 5K team and a vendor booth at the event. The day was packed with great activities, live music, delicious food trucks, and many local shops and businesses. We’re proud to support the APF in helping them fulfill their mission, “to ensure that…
Upstate Veterinary Specialties was this year’s Mission Sponsor for the Mohawk Hudson Humane Society’s Gala for Animals. The event celebrated stories of hope, healing, and new beginnings. We were proud to be a part of this inspirational event. A few team members enjoyed the gala with dinner, dancing, and more!
Spring ER Survivor Reunion In April, UVS hosted our Spring ER Survivor Reunion! The event celebrated four extraordinary patients who had recovered from critical illnesses. The luncheon gave our staff and their families the chance to reunite in a joyful setting, share their inspiring success stories, and celebrate their recoveries. Our survivors and their families were celebrated with a catered lunch and cake. Families received a survivor gift bag with a custom bandana and a personalized wood-burned trinket box. We…
Specialty Spotlight: Top 5 Neurology “Pitfalls” to Try to Avoid in General Practice Todd Bishop, DVM, DACVIM (Neurology) Neurologic cases can be intimidating. They often present suddenly and progress quickly. The good news is that many frustrating outcomes are preventable with a few consistent habits and early recognition of red flags. Below are five of the most common neurology “pitfalls” we see in referral practice and how to avoid them. 1. Calling every neurologic episode a “seizure.” Not every episodic…
