Anne M Barger

Anne M Barger serves as Head of the Department of Veterinary Clinical Medicine and holds the Edith Elisabeth Flynn Professorship at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign's College of Veterinary Medicine. As a full Professor, she leads academic and clinical operations while maintaining an active research program in veterinary clinical pathology.

Her research focuses on disease mechanisms in companion animals, with specialization in canine osteosarcoma, feline tularemia, and diagnostic methodologies including clinical chemistry and coagulation testing. Current projects investigate acepromazine's impact on equine hemostasis and retrospective analysis of infectious diseases in cats, demonstrating translational relevance to veterinary clinical practice.

Recent publications reveal a strong emphasis on educational innovation and diagnostic refinement, with trends showing increased collaboration on species-specific pathologies and laboratory technique standardization. Her 2024 book edition establishes foundational protocols for veterinary technicians worldwide.

Award highlights include:

• ASVCP Educator Award (2017) for excellence in classroom and clinical teaching within veterinary clinical pathology

As department head, Dr. Barger integrates student training through clinical programs like the Chicago clinic initiative, which bridges theoretical knowledge with practical application. Her editorial leadership on key veterinary pathology textbooks demonstrates sustained commitment to advancing clinical education standards. Current collaborations focus on coagulation testing validation and zoonotic disease surveillance across multiple species.