Infectious Disease
Chagas Disease in Dogs: Transmission, Diagnosis, Treatment, and Prevention
Chagas disease in dogs is transmitted from triatomine insect vectors, but can be diagnosed, treated, and prevented by veterinarians.
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DVM, DACVIM (Cardiology)
Dr. Saunders is a professor of cardiology at the Texas A&M University College of Veterinary Medicine and Biomedical Sciences. Her clinical and research interests include advanced imaging, interventional cardiology, and innovative teaching.
Updated June 2020
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