The CMARC Veterinary Team, consisting of Veterinarians and Animal Health Technicians, provides training, technical services, and expert recommendations to enhance animal welfare in research settings. Their goal is to improve the care of all research animals while ensuring compliance with ethical and regulatory standards.

Veterinary Services Offered:

• Technical Services – Includes surgical support and training for research procedures.
• Rodent Breeding & Colony Management – Assistance in breeding program oversight and colony health monitoring.
• Perioperative Services – Pre- and post-operative care and monitoring for research animals.
• International Animal Importation – Coordination of importing animals for research while ensuring compliance with international guidelines.
• Quarantine & Rederivation – Health screening and pathogen elimination for incoming or high-risk animals.
• Antibody Production – Support for custom polyclonal and monoclonal antibody generation.
• Imaging Support – Guidance and assistance in preclinical imaging techniques.
• Animal Handling Workshop Training – Hands-on workshops for proper animal handling and procedural training.
• Rodent Anesthesia – Consultation and training in rodent-specific anesthesia protocols.
• Specialized Equipment Rental – Access to veterinary and surgical equipment for research use.