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Department of Veterinary Preventive Medicine
Head of Department:
Dr.. Dr. Sulaiman bin Fahad Al-Jasser
Office :
Building A2 - First Floor Office No. 3066
Phone number :
0163016212
e-mail:
vmc.ph@qu.edu.sa
Vision
National leadership in education and research in preventive medicine and veterinary public health sciences and support for sustainability and partnership
Mission
Providing educational and professional services, applied research and consultancy in preventive medicine and veterinary public health sciences, to contribute to achieving food security, preserving public health and supporting a sustainable national economy, in an environment that stimulates innovation and partnership.
Overview
The Veterinary Preventive Medicine Department is concerned with combating animal epidemics and protecting public health from zoonotic diseases, including those of animal origin transmitted through food. It also promotes the “One Health" concept, which links human, animal, and environmental health. Additionally, it studies and protects the health of wildlife and their relationship with ecosystems and human health. The department is also involved in studying the epidemiology of disease outbreaks and surveillance, and analyzing epidemiological data to develop appropriate prevention strategies.
Objectives :
1. To emphasize the quality of education, merit, competitiveness and professionalism of students in the field of preventive medicine, public health and food safety of animal origin.
2. Develop applied research and innovation to support a sustainable national economy.
3. Strengthening advisory and training services in the field of public health and disease prevention and control programs.
4. Strengthening partnership and knowledge exchange nationally and internationally, thereby enhancing social, economic and environmental conditions.