Texas Tech University School of Veterinary Medicine

Fourth-year RaiderVet Aylin Caballero is spending her first clinical rotation at Del Rio Veterinary Diagnostic Hospital!

Learning from Drs. Clay Whitten and Erin Alexander in Del Rio, Aylin has independently performed physical exams, helped formulate diagnostic and treatment plans, and assisted with surgeries.

Wreck ’Em Aylin!

Congratulations RaiderVet Dr. Prasanth Chelikani!

A $630,435 grant from USDA’s National Institute of Food and Agriculture is supporting Dr. Chelikani’s research on pregnancy related obesity, diabetes, and hypertension using a One Health approach. The study will explore how prebiotic fiber diets may improve maternal health and reduce long-term disease risks in offspring.

Get the full story ➡️ https://www.depts.ttu.edu/vetschool/school-of-veterinary-medicine-stories/posts/2026/06/usda-funds-texas-tech-vet-school-study-on-prebiotics-and-maternal-health.php

Wreck ‘Em Tech!

Clinical year is underway for our Class of 2027!

Our fourth-year RaiderVets officially have their first couple weeks of clinical year under their belts. Check out where a few of them have spent their time learning and gaining hands-on experience!

Guns Up RaiderVets!

New World Screwworm is a serious threat to animal health but early action makes all the difference.

Regular inspection, proper wound care, and timely reporting are key to protecting livestock and companion animals.

📞 Report suspected cases within 24 hours
🩺 Work with your veterinarian
🛡️ Use treatments responsibly

More resources ➡️ https://www.depts.ttu.edu/vetschool/new-world-screwworm-news/index.php

Stay vigilant RaiderVets!

Register today for our RaiderVet Summit Series: NeuroLogic!

Experience hands-on, case-based learning in a boutique environment that builds confidence and practical expertise in small animal neurology.

Visit our website to learn more and sign up for this Continuing Education event! ➡️ https://www.depts.ttu.edu/vetschool/ce/raidervet-summit-series-neurologic.php

Guns Up!

🚨Attention undergraduate students!🚨

Join us for a glimpse into veterinary medicine at our RaiderVet Collegiate Vet Camp!

🗓️July 30th
📍Texas Tech University School of Veterinary Medicine

Register here ➡️ https://forms.gle/RkjaqsUoGHmZxahb9

Don’t wait, we only have room for 100 students! The deadline to sign up is July 20.

Guns Up RaiderVet Nation!

⚠️ New World Screwworm update:

There are now four confirmed New World Screwworm cases in Texas, with the most recent involving a goat in Gillespie County.

USDA has also confirmed a case in a dog in Lea County, New Mexico. The dog was taken for treatment to a veterinary clinic in Andrews, Texas. The astute DVM suspected NWS and collected samples for submission. However, because the dog lives in NM, the case is considered NM’s first case.

Stay alert and protect your animals. Report any concerns to your veterinarian immediately.

Read more ➡️ https://www.aphis.usda.gov/news/agency-announcements/usda-confirms-first-case-new-world-screwworm-dog-lea-county-new-mexico

For the latest updates, visit:
➡️ www.tahc.texas.gov/emergency/nws.html

➡️ www.screwworm.gov

Wreck ‘Em Tech!

Governor Abbott leads with words and actions.

In response to this week’s confirmation of New World Screwworm, the Governor wasted no time and has accelerated Texas’ response posture by issuing this Disaster Declaration.

https://gov.texas.gov/news/post/governor-abbott-issues-new-world-screwworm-disaster-proclamation-in-june-2026

Remember: Regarding NWS, the most important thing to put of your animals every day is your eyes.

Guns Up RaiderVets!