September 2024
Newsletter Content
KAHDL Staff Spotlight | Ikenna Igwe, DVMIkenna Igwe, DVM
The Kord Animal Health Diagnostic Laboratory would like to introduce Dr. Ikenna Igwe. Dr. Igwe earned his DVM from the Federal University of Agriculture in Abeokuta, Nigeria in 2017. In 2016, he started an advisory and consulting firm in Nigeria and has successfully provided services across several rural farm settlements, including meat and abattoir inspections, farm hygiene audits, poultry vaccinations, and consulting for poultry and animal science associations, feed millers, and market leaders. Dr. Igwe joined our KAHDL family in March 2024 and we are fortunate to have him. In his spare time, you will find him enjoying and playing music and soccer, teaching, and traveling.
The Necropsy Process: A Collaborative Approach
Necropsies are vital in animal health diagnostics, providing insights that support better health management strategies. At Kord Animal Health Diagnostic Lab, necropsies play a critical role in assessing the health of an animal at the time of death, providing essential insights into possible causes such as trauma, infections, toxins, nutritional deficiencies, and cancers.
However, it's important to recognize that necropsies are just one part of a comprehensive diagnostic process. Collaboration among veterinarians, animal owners, and our pathologists is essential. The history and context provided by veterinarians and owners guide our pathologists in accurately interpreting findings. Without this information, necropsy results could be misinterpreted, leading to less effective management decisions.
Read about our necropsy process and the framework for a successful collaboration.
Upcoming Stakeholder Meeting
Mark your calendars. Our stakeholder meeting is officially coming November 12 and will be held at the Kord Animal Health Diagnostic Lab. We will be sending out invitations with all information soon.
KAHDL wants your feedback, comments, and reviews.
The feedback link can be found on the final report email. Questions change monthly and we encourage you to comment frequently to help us improve services.
