Dr. Stephen Withrow, chief of oncology and professor of clinical sciences at the center, treated their two Labradors for several different malignancies over a period of 9 years. Many of the treatments we develop for cancers in dogs have direct applications to treating cancers in humans. With more space, better and newer equipment, more personnel and the retention of those who have made such valuable contributions over the years, we think we'll be able to move closer to our goal of defeating cancer in animals and humans. The campaign will continue through the end of the year, focusing on raising the additional money for construction, new equipment, educational programs and personnel. Private contributions will fund the entire project.
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The new wing will house the Animal Cancer Center, the Argus Center, which focuses on the human aspects of veterinary medicine and a center for professional medical training and patient treatment in alternative and complementary medicine. A team of some 40 professionals, plus students and residents have pioneered a variety of techniques such as limb-sparing surgery, a new method of timed release chemotherapy, dietary supplements that support cancer treatments and improved radiation treatments for companion animals. Complementary and alternative medicine has become a more frequent adjunct to cancer research and treatment studies. The College of Veterinary Medicine and Biomedical Sciences and the Animal Cancer Center have been in the forefront of exploring the scientific aspects of alternative medicine in this area. H. Howard Flint founded Flint Ink Corporation in 1920 in Detroit, Michigan.