Stephen C. Barr

About the Author

Stephen C. Barr, DVM, PhD, DACVIM, is a distinguished veterinary parasitologist and professor emeritus at Cornell University's College of Veterinary Medicine, where he dedicated over three decades to advancing the understanding and treatment of infectious diseases in companion animals. With a career marked by groundbreaking research on protozoal parasites and antimicrobial therapies, Dr. Barr has authored numerous peer-reviewed articles and contributed significantly to clinical practice guidelines. His expertise shines in Blackwell's Five-Minute Veterinary Consult Clinical Companion: Canine and Feline Infectious Diseases and Parasitology, a vital resource offering quick-reference diagnostics and management strategies for veterinarians worldwide. Passionate about bridging research and real-world application, Dr. Barr continues to mentor the next generation of veterinary professionals through lectures and consulting.