Dr. Michelle Oblak

Associate Professor

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Biography

Dr. Michelle Oblak is a veterinary surgical oncologist and Associate Professor at the Ontario Veterinary College, specializing in Soft Tissue Oncologic Surgery within the Department of Clinical Studies. Her research program emphasizes translational research, incorporating novel techniques and technologies for treatment in a clinical trials setting. Dr. Oblak collaborates with veterinary and medical professionals to understand and improve cancer treatment by using dogs as models for naturally occurring diseases in humans. She serves as the assistant co-director of the University of Guelph Institute for Comparative Cancer Investigation and is an active member of the Dog Osteosarcoma Group: Biomarkers Neoplasia (DOG BONe) working group. Dr. Oblak's research interests extend to innovative methods for staging and treating cancer in dogs, including sentinel lymph node mapping and image-guided therapeutics. Her publication record reflects her contributions to the field, with numerous articles on topics such as osteosarcoma and the use of 3D printing technologies in veterinary medicine.

Research Interests

Requirements for University of Guelph

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
IELTS
Listening
Required:6
Reading
Required:6
Writing
Required:6
Speaking
Required:6
Overall
Required:6.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:21
Reading
Required:21
Writing
Required:21
Speaking
Required:21
Total
Required:89
Prerequisites
Honours baccalaureate degree in a relevant field or DVM degree Identify a potential faculty advisor
Application Checklist
  • Online application
  • Official transcripts
  • Two academic reference assessments
  • Statement of interest
  • English language proficiency test results (if applicable)
Specialization Notes

Department of Clinical Studies. Offers MSc by thesis (2 years) and MSc by coursework (1 year).