James A. OrsiniJames A. Orsini, is an Associate Professor of Surgery, School of Veterinary Medicine, University of Pennsylvania. Dr. Orsini received his DVM from Cornell University and completed his internship, surgery residency, and fellowship/lectureship trainingat Penn's New Bolton Center campus. He is board certified in surgery by the American College of Veterinary Surgeons with a special interest and expertise in orthopedic and reconstructive surgery and laminitis, amongst other surgery areas. He has published extensively on equine pediatric surgery, antimicrobials, laminitis, gastric ulcers, pain and anti-inflammatory medications and related fields with several hundred publications. He is co-editor of Equine Emergencies: Treatment and Procedures, which is in its fourth edition and published in seven languages. Dr. Orsini's current research interests are in understanding the pathophysiology of laminitis, prevention, and improved treatments. Read More Read Less