University of Pennsylvania School of Veterinary Medicine
Ranked among the top 10 veterinary schools worldwide, the University of Pennsylvania School of Veterinary Medicine (Penn Vet) is a global leader in veterinary education, research, and clinical care. Founded in 1884, Penn Vet is the first veterinary school developed in association with a medical school. Penn Vet serves a diverse population of animals through its two teaching hospitals, which both feature diagnostic and research laboratories. Ryan Hospital in Philadelphia provides care for dogs, cats, and other companion animals. Penn Vet New Bolton Center in Kennett Square, PA, offers on-site veterinary services for horses and farm animals and farm visits through its Field Service unit.
Overview
Their mission comprises teaching, healing, and scientific investigation. They believe that as veterinarians, they not only practice medicine and conduct groundbreaking research to advance all medicine, they teach the next generation to do the same.They believe future veterinarians should serve as the frontline, guarding against bio- and agro-terrorism and working to protect the environment, all the while advancing the forefront of biomedical research. At Penn Vet, they lead the way for veterinarians of tomorrow.