Veterinarians tackling difficult cases often turn to the Veterinary Medical Diagnostic Laboratory (VMDL) at the University of Missouri College of Veterinary Medicine. There, answers emerge, and collaboration leads to effective treatment solutions.
As the state’s only laboratory accredited by the American Association of Veterinary Laboratory Diagnosticians, the VMDL is held to the highest standards and equipped to guide decisions when it matters most.
At the center is Lauren Delaney, a client service veterinarian who connects practitioners, producers and animal owners to the lab’s expertise.
A Mizzou College of Veterinary Medicine graduate, Delaney joined the VMDL in 2018. Her interests have always spanned a wide range of disciplines, from wildlife medicine to ophthalmology and radiology. That curiosity and a love of problem-solving led her to diagnostic medicine, where every day brings a new challenge.
“If a private practice can’t figure something out, a call to us is often the next step,” she said. “We see a little bit of everything, and there’s always something new to investigate. That variety is what makes every day interesting and meaningful.”
A bridge to expertise
Within the VMDL, Delaney is a key point of contact for veterinarians and clients. She identifies appropriate diagnostic tests and guides case submissions so specialists can deliver accurate, timely answers.
Source : missouri.edu