Journal of Exotic Pet Medicine
Volume 15, Issue 1 , Pages 5-17 , January 2006

Selected Infectious Diseases of Birds of Prey

  • Michael P. Jones, DVM, Dip. ABVP (Avian)

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    • Corresponding Author InformationAddress correspondence to: Michael P. Jones, DVM, The University of Tennessee, College of Veterinary Medicine, 2407 River Drive, Room C247, Knoxville, TN 37996.

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doi: 10.1053/j.jepm.2005.11.008

Journal of Exotic Pet Medicine
Volume 15, Issue 1 , Pages 5-17 , January 2006

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