Davis-Thompson Foundation
For the Advancement of Veterinary and Comparative Pathology
Serving veterinary pathology for 50 years (1973-2023)
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.
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Upcoming events
2025 Northeast Veterinary Pathology Conference (NEVPC)
The Northeast Veterinary Pathology Conference (NEVPC) is scheduled for April 25-26, 2025, at the Smithsonian National Zoological & Conservation Biology Institute in Washington, D.C. This in-person event, sponsored by the Davis-Thompson Foundation, will focus on reproductive pathology and feature keynote speaker Dr. Robert A. Foster from the University of Guelph.
5° curso de necropsia: Identificación e interpretación de lesiones macroscópicas en animales
Te invitamos a participar en el “5to Curso de Necropsia: Identificación e Interpretación de Lesiones Macroscópicas en Animales”. El objetivo de este curso es capacitar a los participantes al respecto ... Read more
Great Gonads And Tubular Tales of Reproductive Pathology!
Join us for an enlightening and engaging exploration of reproductive pathology at the 42nd Annual West Coast Pathology Conference. This year’s theme, Great Gonads and Tubular Tales of Reproductive Pathology, promises to captivate attendees with cutting-edge insights, thought-provoking discussions, and unparalleled networking opportunities. Free for presenters or $20-150