Laura Diane Garrett

Laura Diane Garrett serves as a Clinical Professor in the Department of Veterinary Clinical Medicine at the University of Illinois College of Veterinary Medicine. She holds the Khan Family Chair position and serves as Coordinator of Communications Training at the Veterinary Teaching Hospital, demonstrating her leadership in both academic and clinical veterinary medicine.

Her research expertise centers on canine oncology with particular focus on:

• Osteosarcoma (52% research emphasis)
• Neoplasia in veterinary medicine (52% emphasis)
• Canine-specific cancer research (39% emphasis)
• Lymphoma and appendicular conditions
• Diagnostic techniques for urinary tract neoplasia
• Immunotherapy approaches for canine melanoma

Dr. Garrett's publication record shows consistent contributions to veterinary oncology, with recent work focusing on tumor grading standards, diagnostic methodologies, and innovative treatment approaches. Her research often involves collaborative work through the Oncology-Pathology Working Group, indicating her role in establishing clinical standards for veterinary cancer care.

She actively participates in scholarly communication as evidenced by her recognition as a JAVMA reviewer and her contributions to editorial content. Her work has garnered attention across academic platforms including Mendeley and social media channels used by veterinary professionals.