AVMA - American Veterinary Medical Association
07/16/2023 | Press release | Distributed by Public on 07/16/2023 07:14
Dr. Natasha Olby wins 2023 AVMA Career Achievement in Canine Research Award
(SCHAUMBURG, Illinois) July 16, 2023-The American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA) has named Dr. Natasha Olby, professor of veterinary neurology and neurosurgery at the North Carolina State University College of Veterinary Medicine, as the winner of the 2023 AVMA Career Achievement in Canine Research Award.
This award honors an AVMA member's long-term contribution to the field of canine research. The AVMA Council on Research selects the recipient.
"Dr. Olby's pioneering work in the realm of canine spinal cord injury and disease has greatly influenced the standard of care for canine patients, with the potential to improve human health as well," said Dr. Lori Teller, president of the AVMA. "Dr. Olby's devotion to improving the lives of dogs and their families, her continued innovation in research, and her strong commitment to mentorship make her a truly deserving recipient of this award."