A Conversation in Veterinary Pathology - The A.C.V.P. Podcast

In this episode, we are joined by Dr. Francisco Uzal, an internationally recognized veterinary pathologist and a global leader in pathology education. He is a professor in Pathology, Microbiology, and Immunology at the University of California, Davis, and Branch Chief at the California Animal Health and Food Safety Diagnostic Lab. Dr. Uzal has spent more than four decades in academic diagnostic pathology and is the CEO of the Davis Thompson Foundation, the world’s largest organization dedicated to teaching veterinary and comparative pathology. 

Join us as we learn more about Dr. Uzal’s career, shaped by international collaboration, mentorship, and service. He is especially known for his work in diagnostic pathology and clostridial diseases, as well as for expanding access to education.

Most importantly, Dr. Uzal is a passionate educator and advocate for the global pathology community, and we’re thrilled to have him with us today. So stay right here for our conversation with Dr. Francisco Uzal. 

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Links

ACVP Errors in Publication Portal

2026 ACVP Annual Meeting 

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ACVP Social Media

Facebook - ACVP Meetings and Topics

Instagram - americancollegevetpath

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LinkedIn - AMERICAN COLLEGE OF VETERINARY PATHOLOGISTS

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Music: Guestlist by Podington Bear, licensed under an Attribution-NonCommercial 3.0 International License. 

The contents of this audio do not necessarily reflect the opinions of the American College of Veterinary Pathologists (ACVP) or the participants’ affiliations. Spoken audio content and associated photos are the property of the American College of Veterinary Pathologists, 2026.

Get ready for Season 04 of A Conversation in Veterinary Pathology - the A.C.V.P. Podcast! 

The ACVP Media and Communications Podcast Subcommittee is working hard on Season 04 Episodes. 

Season 04 highlights the importance of veterinary pathologists in advancing and ensuring human and animal health, including scientific discoveries, educational support and contributions to technology. 

New episodes are coming soon! We look forward to our conversation.

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ACVP Social Media

Facebook - ACVP Meetings and Topics

Instagram - americancollegevetpath

X (Twitter) - @ACVP

LinkedIn - AMERICAN COLLEGE OF VETERINARY PATHOLOGISTS

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Music: Guestlist by Podington Bear, licensed under an Attribution-NonCommercial 3.0 International License. 

The contents of this audio do not necessarily reflect the opinions of the American College of Veterinary Pathologists (ACVP) or the participants’ affiliations. Spoken audio content and associated photos are the property of the American College of Veterinary Pathologists, 2026.

This episode reviews highlights from our guests in season 03 of A Conversation in Veterinary Pathology - The A.C.V.P. Podcast.

We will be back soon with Season 04!

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Episodes Featured in the Season 03 Wrap-Up:

Season 03, Episode 02 - A Conversation with Dr. Rachel Neto https://acvppodcast.podbean.com/e/season-03-episode-02-a-conversation-with-dr-rachel-neto/

Season 03, Episode 03 - A Conversation with Dr. Paige Carmichael https://acvppodcast.podbean.com/e/season-03-episode-02-a-conversation-with-dr-paige-carmichael/

Season 03, Episode 04 - A Conversation with Dr. Michael Q Bailey of the American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA) - Part 1 https://acvppodcast.podbean.com/e/season-03-episode-02-a-conversation-with-dr-michael-q-bailey-of-the-american-veterinary-medical-association-avma/

Season 03, Episode 05 - A Conversation with Dr. Michael Q Bailey of the American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA) - Part 2 https://acvppodcast.podbean.com/e/season-03-episode-03-a-conversation-with-dr-michael-q-bailey-of-the-american-veterinary-medical-association-avma-part-2/

Season 03, Episode 06 - A Conversation with Past and Current ACVP Presidents, Dr. Lauri Diehl and Dr. Rachel Reams https://acvppodcast.podbean.com/e/season-03-episode-05-a-conversation-with-past-and-current-acvp-presidents-dr-lauri-diehl-and-dr-rachel-reams/

Season 03, Episode 07 - A Conversation with Dr. Amy Durham https://acvppodcast.podbean.com/e/season-03-episode-08-a-conversation-with-dr-amy-durham/

Season 03, Episode 08 - A Conversation with Dr. Tony Alves, ACVP COO https://acvppodcast.podbean.com/e/season-03-episode-09-a-conversation-with-dr-tony-alves-acvp-coo/

Season 03, Episode 09 - A Conversation with Dr. Abby Armwood of the ACVP SEC https://acvppodcast.podbean.com/e/season-03-episode-11-a-conversation-with-dr-abby-armwood-of-the-acvp-sec/

Season 03, Episode 10 - A Conversation with Dr. Olivia Patania and Dr. Lauren Stranahan of the Student Engagement Committee https://acvppodcast.podbean.com/e/season-03-episode-10-a-conversation-with-dr-olivia-patania-and-dr-lauren-stranahan-of-the-student-engagement-committee/

Season 03, Episode 11 - A Conversation with Dr. Eric Fish https://acvppodcast.podbean.com/e/season-03-episode-11-a-conversation-with-dr-eric-fish/

Season 03, Episode 12 - A Conversation with Dr. Josh Webster, Editor-in-Chief of Veterinary Pathology https://acvppodcast.podbean.com/e/season-03-episode-12-a-conversation-with-dr-josh-webster-editor-in-chief-of-veterinary-pathology/

Season 03, Episode 13 - A Conversation with Dr. Melissa Macias-Rioseco https://acvppodcast.podbean.com/e/season-03-episode-13-a-conversation-with-dr-melissa-macias-rioseco/

Season 03, Episode 14 - A Conversation with Dr. Carlos Flores Olivares https://acvppodcast.podbean.com/e/season-03-episode-15-a-conversation-with-dr-carlos-olivares/

 

Other Links Featured in this Episode

ACVP Errors in Publication Portal

 

ACVP Social Media

Facebook - ACVP Meetings and Topics

Instagram - americancollegevetpath

X (Twitter) - @ACVP

LinkedIn - AMERICAN COLLEGE OF VETERINARY PATHOLOGISTS

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Thank you to Nicholas Pankow, Assistant Audio Editor, for his help editing this episode.

Music: Guestlist by Podington Bear, licensed under an Attribution-NonCommercial 3.0 International License. 

The contents of this audio do not necessarily reflect the opinions of the American College of Veterinary Pathologists (ACVP) or the participants’ affiliations. Spoken audio content and associated photos are the property of the American College of Veterinary Pathologists, 2026.

¿Te interesa cómo se conectan la medicina veterinaria, la tecnología y la salud global?

Esta semana, el Dr. Carlos Flores Olivares, ganador de la beca 2024 Latin Comparative Pathology Group, de la Davis Thompson Foundation, nos acompaña para hablar de su fascinante trabajo en patología veterinaria, que incluye el diagnóstico de enfermedades en animales acuáticos y pequeños rumiantes.

Además ofrecemos una mirada a los retos y oportunidades que enfrentan los patólogos veterinarios en América Latina.

 

Links

2025 ACVP Annual Meeting in NOLA 

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ACVP Social Media

Facebook - ACVP Meetings and Topics

Instagram - americancollegevetpath

X (Twitter) - @ACVP

LinkedIn - AMERICAN COLLEGE OF VETERINARY PATHOLOGISTS

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Thank you to Dr. Melissa Macias Rioseco and Dr. Nicolas Streitenberger for their expertise in editing and recording the audio for this episode.

Music: Guestlist by Podington Bear, licensed under an Attribution-NonCommercial 3.0 International License. 

The contents of this audio do not necessarily reflect the opinions of the American College of Veterinary Pathologists (ACVP) or the participants’ affiliations. Spoken audio content and associated photos are the property of the American College of Veterinary Pathologists, 2025.

Today on the podcast, we’re excited to welcome Dr. Melissa Macías-Rioseco, a veterinary pathologist whose expertise spans infectious disease, livestock health, and reproductive pathology.

Dr. Macías-Rioseco serves as an Associate Professor at UC Davis’s California Animal Health & Food Safety Laboratory within the Department of Pathology, Microbiology, and Immunology.

What drives someone to give back so generously to their profession and community? In this episode, we explore Dr. Macías-Rioseco’s journey—her passion for pathology, her leadership, and her volunteer service with organizations like the ACVP, the Davis-Thompson Foundation (DTF), Latin Comparative Pathology Group (LCPG), and the American Association of Veterinary Laboratory Diagnosticians (AAVLD).

Join us for an inspiring conversation about the intersection of science, service, and the joy of sharing knowledge.

 

Links

2025 ACVP Annual Meeting in NOLA 

Latinx and Hispanic Heritage Month

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ACVP Social Media

Facebook - ACVP Meetings and Topics

Instagram - americancollegevetpath

X (Twitter) - @ACVP

LinkedIn - AMERICAN COLLEGE OF VETERINARY PATHOLOGISTS

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Thank you to Nicholas Pankow, Assistant Audio Editor, for his help editing this episode.

Music: Guestlist by Podington Bear, licensed under an Attribution-NonCommercial 3.0 International License. 

The contents of this audio do not necessarily reflect the opinions of the American College of Veterinary Pathologists (ACVP) or the participants’ affiliations. Spoken audio content and associated photos are the property of the American College of Veterinary Pathologists, 2025.