Scott Matthew Austin

Scott Matthew Austin is a Clinical Professor in the Department of Veterinary Clinical Medicine at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign. He serves as the Service Head of Equine Medicine and Surgery and Chief of Staff for Large Animal at the Veterinary Teaching Hospital. His research focuses on equine neonatal care, hematological diagnostics, and respiratory health in horses, with recent emphasis on meconium impaction in foals, blood coagulation dynamics, and microbial respiratory tract analysis. Austin has collaborated on multiple peer-reviewed studies and datasets addressing clinical challenges in large animal veterinary medicine.

His research interests include neonatal foal pathophysiology, equine hematology, and advanced diagnostic methodologies. Notable contributions include studies on meconium impaction management, effects of packed cell volume on clotting parameters, and microbial distribution in equine respiratory systems. His work bridges clinical practice and scientific rigor, addressing real-world challenges in equine medicine.

Austin’s research outputs emphasize translational applications, such as improving point-of-care diagnostics and refining treatment protocols for common equine emergencies. His datasets, publicly available via University of Illinois repositories, provide foundational resources for studying coagulation testing in horses and neonatal care practices. No specific scientific awards are listed, though his contributions reflect active engagement in veterinary research and education.

He collaborates with researchers like Dr. Bishop and Dr. Wilkins on multidisciplinary projects, contributing to both clinical and academic advancements in equine medicine. His role in the Veterinary Teaching Hospital underscores his dual commitment to hands-on patient care and academic research.