Professor Melanie Hezzell
MA(Cantab.), VetMB(Cantab.), PhD(RVC), CertVDI, CertVC, MRCVS, DACVIM (Cardiology)
Expertise
I am a clinically active Veterinary Cardiologist. My research interests centre on the pathophysiology of cardiovascular disease, including genetic influences, remodelling, endothelial dysfunction and the cardiorenal syndrome.
Current positions
Professor of Veterinary Cardiology
Bristol Veterinary School
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Research interests
My research focuses particularly on the use of biomarkers in clinical veterinary practice. I am also involved in research investigating myocardial remodelling in valvular heart disease.
Projects and supervisions
Thesis supervisions
Publications
Recent publications
07/04/2025Accelerometer-derived classifiers for early detection of degenerative joint disease in cats
Veterinary Journal
Transcriptomics, proteomics and bioinformatics in Atrial Fibrillation
Bioengineering
Accelerometer-derived classifiers for early detection of degenerative joint disease in cats
Heart rate variability during high-speed treadmill exercise and recovery in Thoroughbred racehorses presented for poor performance
Equine Veterinary Journal
Prevalence of gastroesophageal reflux in dogs undergoing MRI for a thoracolumbar vertebral column pathology
Journal of Small Animal Practice
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