We’re proud to recognize Fiona Hecker, a rising second-year student at the University of Florida College of Veterinary Medicine, for presenting her first research poster titled “The Influence of Gabapentin and Amantadine on Altering Sensory Thresholds in Dogs” on July 31, 2025. Representing the Florida Veterinary Scholars Program, Fiona delivered her presentation with clarity and professionalism, thoughtfully addressing challenging questions with grace
Through her work, Fiona has contributed to advancing pain research in veterinary medicine by adding valuable data to the growing field of quantitative sensory testing in dogs. Well done, Fiona!
