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Kira L. Epstein is the Department Head of Large Animal Medicine and Snyder Distinguished Professor at The Ohio State University's College of Veterinary Medicine. She holds dual roles in the Department of Large Animal Medicine and the Large Animal Emergency and Critical Care Service within the Veterinary Teaching Hospital. Her academic background includes a DVM from the University of California, Davis (2002) and a BA from Princeton University (1998).
Dr. Epstein's research focuses on gastrointestinal diseases, emergency/critical care in large animals, coagulation disorders, and pharmacokinetics. She teaches advanced clinical courses including Large Animal Emergency Medicine, Equine Surgery, and Critical Care Basics. Her clinical interests span emergency medicine, surgery, and anesthesia in large animals.
Her publication record (2006–2024) emphasizes equine critical care, anesthesia effects, and surgical complications, with recent work exploring fluid therapy protocols, transdermal drug delivery, and postoperative infections. Articles highlight translational research bridging clinical practice and laboratory findings in veterinary medicine.
Teaching responsibilities include clinical rotations, surgical techniques, and emergency medicine electives. Grants and collaborations focus on improving outcomes in equine emergencies and advancing diagnostic techniques in large animal medicine. She directs the Large Animal Emergency Critical Care service, coordinating with diagnostic laboratories and clinical teams within the Veterinary Teaching Hospital.
