Fortier honored as outstanding researcher with Pfizer award
Equestrian News Release
ITHACA, N.Y. Lisa A. Fortier, DVM, PhD, DACVS, assistant professor of large animal surgery at Cornell Universitys College of Veterinary Medicine received this years "Pfizer Animal Health Award for Research Excellence," which recognizes outstanding research effort and productivity, and the advancement of knowledge in areas relevant to veterinary medicine. The award is intended for an outstanding faculty member at an early stage of his or her career. The award was presented during the annual Pfizer lecture and reception held at the college on November 29.
In addition to being an outstanding equine orthopedic surgeon, Dr. Fortier investigates the underlying cellular and molecular mechanisms in connective tissue involved in the development of arthritis. For example, cartilage provides the protective covering on the ends of bones and allows for pain-free joint movement. When injured, cartilage has a very limited intrinsic capacity for repair, and the end result is frequently arthritis. Dr. Fortiers research focuses on ways to use special cells with known regenerative powers embryonic equine stem cells and platelet enriched plasma - as well as drug therapies to augment the bodys mechanisms for repair of cartilage and connective tissues
In the both the human and equine athlete, arthritis leads to joint pain, lameness, and loss of performance. It is believed that studying the disease process in horses will lead to advances in human treatment. I am pleased we are able to honor Dr. Fortier with this award, she has identified an area of research that will benefit the equine athlete and perhaps one day, the human athlete as well.said Dr. Robert Gilmour, associate dean for research and graduate education.
Related World Wide Web sites:
http://www.vet.cornell.edu/faculty/Fortier/
http://www.vet.cornell.edu/labs/fortier/
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