Seasoned vets examine animal health in MMSU lectures
By Ian Paul Villanueva
Seasoned veterinary medicine practitioners in various specializations led a four-lecture Animal Health Seminar for students of the College of Veterinary Medicine (CVM) on Monday, March 23, to mark the college’s celebration of the nationwide Veterinary Week.
Attended by all students in the Doctor of Veterinary Medicine program, the seminar was designed to equip them with timely, relevant knowledge of animal health issues, particularly those affecting the locality.
The lectures were delivered by Laoag City Veterinarian Dr. Samantha Josephine Licudine, who talked about Rabies Status Cases and Campaign in Laoag; Dr. Modesto Laroya, Jr., of the Ilocos Norte Provincial Veterinary Office, who dwelt on the Prohibition of Backyard Slaughter of Hogs and Livestock in Laoag City; Veterinary Cardiology Practitioner Dr. Dandy Balinggao, who introduced Basic Veterinary Ultrasonography; and CVM Faculty Dr. Hasmin Chogsayan, who discussed Marine Mammal Stranding.
Dr. Melvin Bagot, Dean of the CVM, explained the seminar gave the students a glimpse beyond the classroom and into the actual practice. “Allowing students to engage with veterinary practitioners is highly important, as it provides them with meaningful exposure to the diverse realities of veterinary medicine beyond the classroom,” he said.
For fourth-year veterinary student and CVM Student Council President Clarenz Alvarez, animal health is an important concern not only for DVM students like him but also for the general public.
“This animal health seminar is of concern to veterinary medicine students and the public. Today, we discussed topics like local ordinances on the backyard slaughter of livestock, an example of how animal public health policies directly affect the public,” Alvarez explained.
Conducted in celebration of the nationwide Veterinary Medicine Week, the seminar was spearheaded by the students. It marked the start of the college’s two-day celebration, with several other activities slated until March 24.
Now in its fourth academic year, CVM is one of the youngest colleges in the university. Its establishment in 2022 was a response to the shortage of veterinarians in Ilocos Norte. It offers the six-year Doctor of Veterinary Medicine program. It currently caters to 108 students.
Mar, 24, 2026 03:02:pm
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