Last week we sat down with Dr. Sonya to learn about her early influences and educational background. This week we dive into her career trajectory after she completed her PhD. REMINDER! Gorilla Doctors LIVE: Meet + Greet with Dr. Sonya Thursday, April 9 9:00 –...
Last week our board chair, Dr. Jan Ramer, introduced you to Dr. Sonya Kahlenberg, our new executive director. In part one of this three-part Q&A series, discover Dr. Sonya’s childhood inspirations, educational background, and early formative experiences. 1) What...
Dr. Nelson Bukamba, one of our field veterinarians in Uganda, recently published his first peer-reviewed scientific paper from his master’s thesis, which focused on the health risks of Strongyloides parasites: Bukamba, Nelson, et al. "The potential threat of...
UPDATE: Tulambule's Ongoing Treatment – March 12 >> As we first reported, Dr. Fred administered a first dose of deworming medication on January 26. On March 12, Dr. Nelson administered a second dose of deworming treatment. He reported that Tulambule still...
By Gaspard Nzayisenga, senior field veterinarian Volcanoes National Park, Rwanda December 25, 2025 saw the beginnings of respiratory illness in some of the gorillas in Kwitonda group. Over the next few days, the respiratory illness spread through the group with some...
It is with great sadness that we announce the death of our dear friend Roger Powell, a founding and our longest-standing board member of Gorilla Doctors. Roger passed away on January 1, 2026. Anne and Roger Powell and Donna Platt trekking mountain gorillas, March 15,...
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