Davis-Thompson Foundation
For the Advancement of Veterinary and Comparative Pathology
Who we are
Pathologists
Pathology is the foundation of all medicine, human and veterinary. As pathologists, we study the manifestations and causes of disease in all species of the animal kingdom.
Educators
As researchers and academics, we strive to advance the study of veterinary diseases and the comparison of diseases manifested by diverse species of animals.
Providers
We have the largest repository of pathology images in the world. Our unique courses and content are provided by world-renowned experts and outstanding pathologists in the field.
Benefactors
We pursue and disseminate our knowledge not for its own sake, but to improve the health and well-being of all animals in the world – humans included.
Foundation news
Necropsy Course
The inaugural Necropsy course was held on June 11 and 12, 2022 at Murray State University, Breathitt Veterinary Center in […]
Workshop Series at UNDANA, Indonesia
Kupang, East Nusa Tenggara, Indonesia May 18-25, 2022 INDONESIA! The first DT foray into Indonesia included FOUR workshops! Drs. Corrie […]
Prof Simon Priestnall, Treasurer, European Division and Board Member, Davis Thompson FoundationDr Tamara Dolenšek, Eastern European Representative, European Division, Davis […]
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Upcoming events
Pathology of small ruminants (selected)
Join us on Saturday morning, on July 9th, at 11 am Sydney time (July 8th at 7pm US Central Time) to learn, review, and refresh the knowledge on the main infectious and non-infectious diseases of small ruminants. Dr. Shane Besier will be presenting case examples, including macro- and microscopy, sharing his vast experience with us. Come be part of this audience! Registration is free but required.
Patologia reprodutiva do cão e gato
Junte-se a nós neste seminário virtual especialmente dedicado a falantes da língua portuguesa, dia 13 de julho de 2022, às 18h (horário de Brasília). A Dra. Maria dos Anjos Pires compartilhará conosco sua experiência com patologia reprodutiva em pequenos animais domésticos, com direito a imagens completementares e discussões sobre patogênese.
Rewind Friday: Gross Photography Tips
We all know how busy our days can be! If you always had that specific fun and interesting seminar you wanted to attend but couldn't make it, fear no more. This year, the Foundation is bringing back to you some of our recorded archived lectures (not publicly available on Youtube), delivered by top-notch speakers from all over the world. This July 15, 2022 (Friday), 11am-12:30pm Central Time, you have the opportunity to watch (again) David Garnick providing phenomenal tips for next-level photographs tailored to anatomic pathologists. Registration is free but required. Certificates will be issued to those who attend.