The Theriogenology Foundation Presents Career Excellence in Theriogenology Award to Anita Migday, DVM
Dr. Migday earned both Bachelor and Master of Science degrees from the College of Agriculture in 1978, and then graduated from The Ohio State University College of Veterinary Medicine in 1980. She purchased Slade Veterinary Hospital in 1982 from Dr. Edward Slade, who established the animal hospital in 1946. Dr. Migday’s efforts have resulted in a modern facility and progressive practice, which have been recognized for high standards of excellence through accreditation by the American Animal Hospital Association since 1985. Dr. Migday also spent six years in local broadcast (WVBF 105.7 FM-Boston, WKOX 1200 AM-Framingham, and WCVB Ch. 5-Boston) giving tips as a pet health expert, and hosted the national PBS series, “Cats & Dogs” in the mid-1980s. The show offered a video encyclopedia of pet care, beginning in the examination room and continuing across the nation in exploration of the human/companion animal bond. In 1989, Dr. Migday was appointed by Governor Michael Dukakis to the Board of Registration in Veterinary Medicine for the Commonwealth of Massachusetts and sat as Chairman from 1993 to 1994. She and her husband raise, train, and exhibit Bullmastiff dogs and have consistently produced breed champions and obedience titlists since 1992. In her spare time, you may find Dr. Migday at the dojo, on the tennis court, or on a yoga mat.
Dr. Migday served for nine years as president of the TF and led efforts to nurture and develop this veterinary foundation.
The Theriogenology Foundation Presents Career Excellence in Theriogenology Award to Robert S. Youngquist, DVM, DACT
On July 26, 2019 at the Annual Therio Conference in Savannah, Georgia, The Theriogenology Foundation was proud to honor Robert S. Youngquist, DVM, DACT with the Career Excellence in Theriogenology Award for his contributions to the field of reproductive veterinary medicine.
Dr. Youngquist has made major and significant contributions to the field of theriogenology in research, teaching and service activities during his career at the University of Missouri. He was the editor of Current Therapy in Large Animal Theriogenology published in 1997 by W.B. Saunders and has also served on the editorial boards of the American Journal of Veterinary Research and Theriogenology. Dr. Youngquist also served as the founding editor and editor for the past ten years of the Clinical Theriogenology Journal.
Youngquist received his DVM in 1971 from Iowa State University and earned the status of Diplomate of the American College of Theriogenologists in 1976. Since earning his Diplomate status, he has been heavily involved with ACT having served on the examination committee, and as the College’s secretary (1980-1983) and president (1984-1985). He received the award for Theriogenologist of the Year in 2001. In addition, Dr. Youngquist has been active in the Society for Theriogenology and was recognized in 2001 as the recipient of the Dr. David E. Bartlett Award.
His interests include all domestic species, but his research has focused on normal and abnormal ovarian function in cattle. Youngquist had a keen interest in working with students and has served as chairperson and on the committee for numerous master’s students. He has twice received the “Norden Award for Distinguished Teaching in Veterinary Medicine” and in 1996 received the “Dean’s Impact Award”.
The Theriogenology Foundation Presents Career Excellence
in Theriogenology Award to Ralph L. Brinster VMD, PhD
In August of 2012, the Theriogenology Foundation was proud to honor Ralph L. Brinster VMD, PhD with the 2012 Career Excellence in Theriogenology Award for his contributions to the field of reproductive veterinary medicine. Dr. Brinster adds this award to his collection of at least 32 honors and achievements over the past five decades. In 2010, he became the first veterinarian to receive the National Medal of Science from the President of the United States.
Dr. Brinster's lifetime of research and discovery led to revolutionary advances in reproductive biology and genetics. His relentless work with embryonic culture systems, stem cells and transgenesis – the insertion of new genes into the germ line of a developing organism – has provided valuable insight into the origin and treatment of both animal and human diseases. The Theriogenology Foundation was formed in 2009 as a collaborative effort of the American College of Theriogenologists and the Society for Theriogenology. Dr. Brinster's continuing impact on the profession compliments the Theriogenology Foundation's dedication to research, education and support of future theriogenologists.
Hear what 2012 Career Excellence in Theriogenology award winner Dr. Ralph Brinster has to say about the AKC-TF Companion Animal residency in Theriogenology
