by Dr. M.J. Wixsom | May 13, 2024 | Blog, Speaking of pets
I often stay late to catch up on admin stuff during the quiet of the evening, but today the walls of my clinic echo with the heavy silence of loss. It’s a silence that reverberates through every corner, a stark reminder of the emptiness left behind by...
by Dr. M.J. Wixsom | Apr 29, 2024 | Blog
For the past two school years, I have escaped my office on Wednesday afternoons to teach gifted and talented fifth graders. Veterinarians are popular classroom visitors. In the vast tapestry of veterinary science, every thread represents a unique facet of our shared...
by Dr. M.J. Wixsom | Mar 18, 2024 | Blog
In the heart of Ashland, Kentucky’s Central Park, a breathtaking sea of daffodils dances in the spring breeze, a vibrant tribute to the enduring spirit of community and the vision I held dear. Yet, behind the delicate petals lies a story of resilience,...
by Dr. M.J. Wixsom | Mar 11, 2024 | Blog
As a veterinarian, my passion for understanding and caring for animals extends far beyond the confines of land. The idea of exploring the mysterious world beneath the waves has always intrigued me, but leaky masks and inability to see without glasses dampened my...
by Dr. M.J. Wixsom | Dec 11, 2023 | Blog, Wildlife and exotics
Recovery from knee replacement surgery often brings unforeseen challenges and moments of unexpected joy. At three weeks and a day post-operation, my journey to full mobility has been a slower ascent than anticipated. Yet, amidst the hurdles, there have been tales of...
by Dr. M.J. Wixsom | Sep 25, 2023 | Blog
They have had blood splatter since about six days after I bought them. I did a splenectomy on a large dog and got some splatters on my right boot. Small animal veterinarians are often called upon to perform life-saving procedures, from emergency surgeries to critical...
