~ Annapolis, MD - The Maryland Department of Agriculture has recently announced a significant expansion of animal health diagnostic services, with the addition of a Veterinary Anatomic Pathologist to the Salisbury Animal Health Laboratory team. This new pathologist will provide crucial poultry necropsy services, as well as large animal necropsy services for livestock and equine cases.

According to Maryland Department of Agriculture Secretary Kevin Atticks, this expansion is a clear demonstration of the department's commitment to supporting Maryland's agricultural community. "In a time when the need for large animal veterinary specialists, particularly pathologists, is critical, this investment ensures our producers have access to essential diagnostic tools to protect their livelihoods and the health of their animals," he stated. "This is a vital step in bolstering our state's biosecurity and supporting our robust agricultural sector."

The addition of large animal necropsy services on the Eastern Shore will not only improve disease surveillance but also aid in timely diagnoses and overall animal health. This expansion highlights the department's dedication to protecting Maryland's poultry, livestock, and equine industries by offering science-based, responsive, and regionally accessible animal health services.

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Dr. Jennifer Trout, Maryland Department of Agriculture State Veterinarian expressed her excitement about these expanded diagnostic services. "We are incredibly pleased to offer these expanded diagnostic services, which will significantly benefit our agricultural community," she said. "Adding a veterinary pathologist to the Salisbury Animal Health Laboratory not only enhances our ability to provide timely and accurate diagnoses but also strengthens MDA's animal health service portfolio, ultimately safeguarding the health and economic well-being of Maryland's animal industries."

For those with questions about submitting cases for these new services, they can contact the Salisbury Animal Health Lab at 410-543-6610 or via email at AHSalisbury.mda@maryland.gov. More information can also be found on their website: https://mda.maryland.gov/AnimalHealth/pages/lab.... This expansion of services is a significant step towards protecting the health and well-being of Maryland's animals and supporting the state's thriving agricultural sector.

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