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Dr. Kirstin Cook is a Senior Lecturer in Veterinary Pathology at Charles Sturt University, affiliated with the School of Agricultural, Environmental and Veterinary Sciences within the Pathobiology department. She is a Diplomate of the American College of Veterinary Pathologists (ACVP) with extensive training and experience in veterinary anatomic pathology, specializing in zoo, wildlife, and aquatic species.
Her educational background includes a BA(Hons) in Biology from 2013, a Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) with a Certificate in Aquatic Animal Health from the University of Florida (2017), and a Master of Veterinary Science (MVSc) completed during her residency at the University of Illinois Zoological Pathology Program, where she became board-certified in 2022.
Dr. Cook’s research focuses on veterinary anatomic pathology, including necropsy and surgical pathology, with a strong emphasis on conservation applications. Her expertise spans diseases in wildlife, particularly aquatic species, and she employs advanced molecular techniques such as RNAscope® for viral detection in archival tissues. She has contributed to key publications on diseases in Atlantic blue marlin and African giant millipedes, and has provided scientific illustrations for journals and textbooks.
Her recent publications reflect a consistent focus on emerging diseases in non-traditional veterinary species, utilizing histopathological and molecular methods to support conservation efforts. The work bridges clinical pathology with wildlife health and ecological preservation.
- Diplomate of the American College of Veterinary Pathologists (ACVP)
Dr. Cook has taught veterinary students and pathology residents across domestic, zoo, production, and wildlife species in both academic and field settings. She has been involved in didactic instruction and clinical training, particularly in necropsy and diagnostic pathology. While no specific grants are mentioned, her research and publications suggest active engagement in wildlife disease investigation and conservation pathology. She previously served as a clinical instructor at the University of Wisconsin-Madison and as the veterinary pathologist at Taronga Zoo, Australia, before joining CSU.
Her work integrates closely with zoological institutions and conservation programs, particularly through diagnostic pathology and collaborative research. Her role at Taronga Zoo and prior training at the University of Illinois Zoological Pathology Program indicate strong affiliations with wildlife medicine teams and zoo-based pathology labs.
