Elizabeth J. Davidson

Elizabeth J. Davidson is a Clinical Professor at the University of Pennsylvania School of Veterinary Medicine, specializing in equine sports medicine and rehabilitation. She serves as Service Chief and Clinical Coordinator for Equine High-Speed Treadmill at the New Bolton Center, while also directing the Residency Program for the American College of Veterinary Sports Medicine and Rehabilitation (ACVSMR).

• Diplomate, American College of Veterinary Surgeons (ACVS)
• Diplomate, American College of Veterinary Sports Medicine and Rehabilitation (ACVSMR)

Her research focuses on clinical evaluation of equine poor performance, advanced musculoskeletal diagnostics, and high-speed treadmill testing. Recent publications address:

• Ultrasound-guided cervical joint diagnostics
• Video angle impacts on lameness detection
• Anesthetic complications in MRI procedures
• Cytokine analysis for osteoarthritis
• Cardiac responses during treadmill exercise

Davidson contributes to equine surgical outcomes, particularly in septic tendonitis and spinal procedures, while developing evidence-based rehabilitation protocols. Her work integrates cone beam CT, radiography, and clinical epidemiology to improve diagnostic accuracy and treatment efficacy.