Continually seeking to provide the best possible care for patients, the Lois Bates Acheson Veterinary Teaching Hospital conducts clinical trials in conjunction with research on disease, diagnosis, and treatment.
One example: The soft tissue surgery unit is currently conducting a skin tumor surgical margin study for dogs. The study aims to define the best method to determine if a tumor was completely resected, and if CT is better than ultrasound for the staging of mast cell tumors.
The surgical margin study provides discounts on hospital fees up to $1200 per dog. This includes an abdominal ultrasound, CT of the abdomen, liver and spleen FNA/cytology, and a discount on surgical fees. Client-owned dogs with non-mast cell tumors (other cutaneous or subcutaneous malignant tumor) can receive discounts up to $700 discount per dog.
Study dogs all receive standard-of-care treatment and do not undergo experimental procedures. Dog owners interested in participation, can schedule an appointment with the Small Animal Oncology Service or Soft Tissue Surgery Service at 541-737-4812. More information.
Complete list of current clinical trials.
