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Veterinary Specialist
Dr. Gail Mason is co-owner of Bath-Brunswick Veterinary Associates and Portland Veterinary Specialists.
After earning her science degree from Worcester Polytechnic Institute, she received a Master of Arts degree in Pharmacology from Mount Sinai School of Medicine. She holds a Doctorate of Veterinary Medicine from Tufts University where she also completed a residency program. Dr. Mason is board certified in internal medicine with her veterinary interests including diagnosis and treatment of complex diseases such as diabetes, kidney disease, immune diseases and especially, cancer treatment in companion animals. In her spare time Dr. Mason participates in clinical research including new product medication trials and testifies as a malpractice expert in veterinary cases.
Recent Column Posts (1 - 8)
ITP IN DOGS
By Gail D. Mason, DVM, ... - Nov 30Immune-mediated thrombocytopenia (ITP) is a fairly common disease in dogs and in people. It refers to destruction of blood platelets by the dog's ...
Does my pet need an eye doctor?
By Dr. Cory Mosunic, ... - Oct 01One common question veterinarians hear from owners is: “How can I tell if my pet is having an eye problem?” Dr. Cory Mosunic, a veterinary ...
Foreign Bodies
By April Guille, DVM, ... - Aug 01Unfortunately, most people know a pet that has eaten something it shouldn't have. These objects, termed "foreign bodies" by the veterinary medical ...
Cranial Cruciate Disease – Part 1
By April Guille, DVM, ... - Jun 01A cruciate injury is the most common orthopedic issue we deal with in our canine companions. Chances are that any dog with sudden rear leg ...
CANINE INFLUENZA
By Gail D. Mason, DVM, ... - Nov 01Canine influenza is a highly contagious (Influenza Type A) viral infection affecting dogs (though infection in cats has been reported). Presently, ...
Why is My Dog Itchy?
By Loren Candito DVM DACVD - Sep 01Skin allergies are the most common reason that dogs scratch, lick, and bite at themselves. Dogs experience skin allergy signs such as itching, ...
Cranial Cruciate Injuries Part 2 – Surgical Options
By April Guille, DVM, ... - Jul 01Last month we discussed cranial cruciate tears and how they are diagnosed. In this article, we will cover some of the surgical options available ...
PANCREATITIS IN DOGS
By Gail D. Mason, DVM, ... - May 01The pancreas is a glandular organ in the abdomen, which is tucked in the angle between the liver, stomach, and small intestine. This organ ...
