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January 2004

Barbara Cox Anthony Chair Named

Dr. Wayne McIlwraith, Director of the Orthopaedic Research Center and a professor in the Department of Clinical Sciences, recently was named to the Barbara Cox Anthony Endowed University Chair in Equine Orthopaedic Research. The endowed chair was created with a $3 million gift from Mrs. Anthony that the University received during the 2001-2002 academic year. The gift, made to the Orthopaedic Research Center, also funds a scientist position and research projects.

Dr. McIlwraith is known as a pioneer of equine arthroscopy and arthroscopic surgery, and he consults as an equine surgeon around the world. His expertise is in diagnosing joint injuries in horses as well as researching effective therapeutic and preventive health care. The author of four textbooks, Dr. McIlwraith's previous honors include multiple awards for outstanding teaching abilities as well as recognition for his contributions to equine and veterinary medicine from a number of professional groups including the World Equine Veterinary Association, Veterinary Orthopaedic Society, British Equine Veterinary Association and Equine Veterinary Journal.

Dr. McIlwraith received his doctorate degree in veterinary medicine from Massey University in New Zealand in 1970 and master's and doctoral degrees from Purdue in 1977 and 1979.