Carla Huston

Dr. Carla Huston is a Professor and Beef Extension Veterinarian at the Mississippi State University College of Veterinary Medicine. With over 25 years of experience in livestock health and emergency management, she teaches in the DVM curriculum and provides training to veterinarians, livestock producers, and emergency management personnel. She is board-certified in the American College of Veterinary Preventive Medicine (ACVPM) with a specialty in Epidemiology.

• Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.), Veterinary Preventive Medicine, Ohio State University, 2001
• Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (D.V.M.), Veterinary Medicine and Science, Ohio State University, 1994
• Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Animal Science, Ohio State University, 1991

Dr. Huston's research focuses on Bovine Infectious Diseases, Beef Quality Assurance, Pre-Harvest Food Safety, and Disaster Management. Her work includes epidemiological studies on bovine anaplasmosis, bull breeding soundness evaluations, and disaster preparedness for veterinary practices. She also investigates livestock disease control programs, transboundary animal diseases, and animal health record-keeping practices.

Recent publications highlight trends in veterinary epidemiology, disaster preparedness, and food safety. Key themes include Cattle Health Management, Reproductive Health, and Emergency Response Training.

Dr. Huston's presentations span Beef Quality Assurance demonstrations and disaster management training, with notable contributions to the Conference of Research Workers in Animal Diseases and regional veterinary events.