Sports Medicine Associates of Chester County (SMACC)

11/09/2026

After being kicked by another horse, this patient developed swelling and discomfort in the leg.

Further evaluation, including radiographs, revealed that the impact had caused a fragment of bone to break away.

Dr. Amber Boss performed a procedure to remove the bone fragment and treat the injury.

This case is a great reminder that what may initially appear to be a simple kick injury can involve more significant damage beneath the surface.

At SMACC, diagnostic imaging plays an important role in identifying injuries and determining the appropriate course of treatment. 🩺

11/06/2026

🩺 From a Blood Sample to Results in Minutes! 🐴

Did you know that a simple blood sample can provide valuable insight into your horse’s health, right at the barn?

One of the diagnostic tools our veterinarians use in the field is the Stablelab SAA test.

So, how does it work?

Our veterinarians collect a small blood sample from the horse, which is then prepared and applied to a test cartridge. The cartridge is inserted into the portable analyzer, providing results in just minutes!

The test measures Serum Amyloid A (SAA), a protein that increases in the bloodstream in response to inflammation.

By measuring SAA levels, our veterinarians can help identify systemic inflammation, monitor changes over time, and assess how a horse is responding to treatment.

Having access to this information directly in the field allows our team to make more timely, informed decisions without having to wait for results from an outside laboratory.

Just one of the ways SMACC brings advanced veterinary diagnostics directly to our patients! 🐴

11/02/2026

🏆 An Outstanding October! 🐎

What an incredible month for our SMACC clients! From the racecourse to the show ring, October brought outstanding accomplishments both nationally and internationally!

We are incredibly proud of the dedication, hard work, and horsemanship behind these achievements. It is a privilege to work alongside such talented horses, riders, trainers, and their teams.

Congratulations to all of our clients on their continued success! We look forward to cheering you on throughout the rest of the fall season! 💙 Keri Herringswell Stables Kimber-View Stables Greta Schwickert Gianna Fernandez Maddie Hale 🇺🇸 Dream Into Action Sporthorses: 3-day Event breeder Kenta Hiranaga Lohman StabKenta HiranagalLohman StablesnEmily HamelIPhillip Dutton Alex MatziIsabelle BosleyhEmersonlKinsley Nolte Sophia MiddlebrooknAmanda Beale ClementnShannon ZupansReese DellangelouBlue Goose Stable, LLCrCourtney CoopersKelsey Abrecht Erin SylvestereTim Bourke & Marley BourkeoRyan WoodaLillian Heard WoodeBoyd MartinlJenna Levesque Michelle Almojuela Koppin

10/27/2026

❤️ A look at cardiac monitoring in action! 🐎

Atrial fibrillation (AFib) is a heart rhythm abnormality that causes the heart to beat irregularly. While some horses with AFib can continue exercising, it is important to evaluate how their heart responds to different levels of exertion.

Dr. Mary Durando placed cardiac monitors beneath the saddle pad to record the horse’s heart’s electrical activity during a series of exercises, including flatwork, jumping, and galloping.

By monitoring heart rhythm at varying levels of intensity, the veterinary team can better assess the horse’s cardiac response to exercise, evaluate performance capabilities, and help determine what level of work may be appropriate and safe.

A great example of how exercise-based cardiac monitoring provides valuable insight into the health and performance of equine athletes! 🩺🐴

10/25/2026

10/25/2026

10/21/2026

In honor of Veterinary Technician Week, here’s a little glimpse into a day in the life of our SMACC techs! 🐴🩺

No two days are ever the same, but one thing remains constant: the hard work, dedication, and exceptional care our technicians bring to every horse they work with.

From early mornings to long days, our techs are always one step ahead, keeping things running smoothly, supporting our veterinarians, and making sure our patients receive the best possible care.

We are so grateful for everything they do, this week and every week! 💙

10/19/2026

Happy National Veterinary Technician Week! 🩺🐴

This week, we celebrate the incredible technicians who keep SMACC running smoothly every day!

From always thinking one step ahead of our doctors to working tirelessly behind the scenes, our technicians bring dedication, skill, and a sense of humor to even the busiest days.

We are so grateful for their hard work, positive attitudes, and ability to keep things fun and lighthearted while providing exceptional care to our patients.

We truly couldn’t do what we do without them! 💙

10/18/2026

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Photo by Jim McCue/Maryland Jockey Club

10/17/2026

Something about galloping across a field on a horse that trusts you completely.

That's the whole thing. That's why we do this.