UTSW Veterinary Research and Oncology Clinic

Take a virtual tour of VROC! LaChandra Wilcox, our Clinic and Technical Manager, explains what pet owners can expect—from check-in to check-out—and how we care for their pets every step of the way. vimeo.com/1096392936/596…

We are happy to announce Moonshine’s graduation from VROC! Moonshine, a 10-year-old Boxer, was entered into one of our clinical trials exploring a combination of chemotherapy agents against Hemangiosarcoma. In this trial, he received carboplatin in combination with Temozolomide.

The Veterinary Research and Oncology Clinic (@UTSW_VROC) is seeking a veterinary radiation or medical oncologist for tenure-track or clinical-track faculty positions at the Assistant, Associate, or Full Professor level. Apply and learn more here ➡️: bit.ly/4rHXD5h

Finn underwent an MRI for evaluation of a brain mass that will receive immune-activating radiation therapy. We'll also use serial MRI imaging to non-invasively monitor the microstructural tumor tissue properties of the lesion and assess treatment response.

Charlie is an Aussiedoodle who came to us as a lymphoma patient with an MDR1 mutation. He did so well with his treatments and we’re thrilled to share that he is now in remission!

Bubba was excited to visit us earlier this week! He came in for his scheduled doxorubicin chemotherapy treatment and brought his usual positive energy!

(2/2) The PULSAR approach delivers fractionated radiation separated by defined intervals. Accurate co-registration of MRI with other imaging modalities enables precise tumor localization, enhances treatment targeting, and helps minimize exposure to surrounding healthy tissues.

(1/2) Roman, a 5-year-old male Labrador retriever, was recently diagnosed with a cancerous mass in the tail/hind region. He will receive PULSAR radiation therapy. Because of the tumor’s location, MRI imaging was performed at our facility to enable precise radiation planning.

It may be a stormy week here in Dallas, but Luna’s follow-up visit brightened our day! Here she is cuddling one of our vet technicians, Hannah!

(2/2) Bailey underwent CPMV treatment and is now in full remission! This @theNCI-funded trial, in partnership w/ @UCSanDiego, focuses on introducing novel intratumoral approaches to treating cancer in vet patients. More on the CPMV trial: bit.ly/4ibh7M1 📞: 214-645-6221

(1/2) Yesterday was a huge milestone, as we had our first canine graduate! Bailey May is an 8-year-old poodle who had surgery to remove a mast cell tumor on her leg. She was referred to us for further care. Staging revealed metastasis of her mast cell tumor in her lymph node.

Learn more about our clinical trials: bit.ly/4oJob4Z

Some advanced pet cancers resist chemo and radiation. Our FUSION trial combines focused ultrasound and targeted radiation to disrupt tumors, activate the immune system, and overcome treatment resistance, followed by novel immunotherapy for stronger tumor control.

Results from our NCI-funded trial w/ @UCSanDiego show Cowpea Mosaic Virus, a harmless plant virus injected in tumors, is safe in dogs with cancer. This “One Medicine” approach uses localized immunotherapy to activate the immune system, aiming to improve care for pets and people.

Dr. Charles Maitz was one of many experts who joined us after our VROC One-Health Symposium to discuss VROC's future and how radiation oncology factors into it. Dr. Maitz is a veterinary rad onc specialist from @Mizzou's Veterinary Health Center. vimeo.com/1125316112/a5b…

During our VROC One-Health Symposium, we sat down with Dr. Jeffrey Bryan, a leading medical oncologist from @Mizzou Dept. of Veterinary Medicine and Surgery, and discussed how one-medicine is transforming cancer care and advancing research here at VROC. vimeo.com/1125321844/c0c…

Special shout out to our veterinary technicians for their expertise, compassion, and dedication here at VROC! Their vital role in animal care makes a lasting impact every day. We greatly appreciate their commitment to excellence in the care of our patients! #VetTechWeek

@BobTimmermanMD @UTSW_VROC Thank you for loving my boy. I posted this today: facebook.com/share/1GLbL3LQ…

Melbourne came to us earlier this week to be evaluated for a prostate tumor. Here he is intently observing his own ultrasound!

Congratulations to Sara Allstadt, D.V.M., DACVIM (Oncology), Clinical Associate Professor, who was recently elected to the Veterinary Cancer Society’s (VCS) Executive Committee at the VCS Annual Conference in Salt Lake City!

Bailey May came in today for a follow-up visit after receiving treatment last week. She decided to lend a helping paw to our vet techs!