Overview
Background
Ben is a specialist in equine surgery and is board certified by the American College of Equine Surgeons (www.acvs.org) and the American College of Veterinary Sports Medicine and Rehabilitation (www.vsmr.org) he is one of only a handful of veterinarians in Australia with these dual qualifications. He has authored multiple book chapters and has published on a wide range of topics ranging from orthopaedics and lameness, to novel tie-back procedures and stem cell therapies. Ben has a Phd related to laryngeal surgery in horses.
Availability
- Professor Ben Ahern is:
- Available for supervision
- Media expert
Fields of research
Qualifications
- Bachelor of Veterinary Science, The University of Queensland
- Doctor of Philosophy, University of Adelaide
Research interests
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Laryngeal dysfunction in horses
Novel laryngeal prosthesis and upper respiratory tract surgery
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Translational orthopedics
Use of large animal models for experimental human research.
Works
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2010
Journal Article
Evaluation of a fiber reinforced drillable bone cement for screw augmentation in a sheep model-mechanical testing
Ahern, Benjamin J., Harten, Robert D., Gruskin, Elliott A. and Schaer, Thomas P. (2010). Evaluation of a fiber reinforced drillable bone cement for screw augmentation in a sheep model-mechanical testing. Clinical and Translational Science, 3 (3), 112-115. doi: 10.1111/j.1752-8062.2010.00201.x
2010
Journal Article
Paranasal sinus fibromatosis in a horse
Ahern, B. J., Engiles, J., Smith, J. J. and Parente, E. J. (2010). Paranasal sinus fibromatosis in a horse. Equine Veterinary Education, 22 (1), 23-28. doi: 10.2746/095777309X476
2010
Conference Publication
Enostosis like lesions in 79 horses
Ahern, B., Boston, R. and Ross, M. (2010). Enostosis like lesions in 79 horses. American Association of Equine Practitioners, Baltimore, USA, 2010.
2010
Conference Publication
Alternative laryngoplasty system – mechanical testing
Ahern, Benjamin (2010). Alternative laryngoplasty system – mechanical testing. American College of Veterinary Surgeons Annual conference, Seattle, USA, 2010.
2010
Conference Publication
Enostosis like lesions in 79 horses
Ahern, Benjamin, Boston, Raymond and Ross, Michael (2010). Enostosis like lesions in 79 horses. American College of Veterinary Surgeons Annual conference, Seattle, USA, 2010.
2009
Journal Article
Multiple rib fracture repair in a neonatal holstein calf
Ahern, Benjamin J. and Levine, David G. (2009). Multiple rib fracture repair in a neonatal holstein calf. Veterinary Surgery, 38 (6), 787-790. doi: 10.1111/j.1532-950X.2009.00567.x
2009
Journal Article
Preclinical animal models in single site cartilage defect testing: a systematic review
Ahern, B. J., Parvizi, J., Boston, R. and Schaer, T. P. (2009). Preclinical animal models in single site cartilage defect testing: a systematic review. Osteoarthritis and Cartilage, 17 (6), 705-713. doi: 10.1016/j.joca.2008.11.008
2009
Journal Article
Comparison of the analgesic properties of transdermally administered fentanyl and intramuscularly administered buprenorphine during and following experimental orthopedic surgery in sheep
Ahern, Benjamin J., Soma, Lawrance R., Boston, Raymond C. and Schaer, Thomas P. (2009). Comparison of the analgesic properties of transdermally administered fentanyl and intramuscularly administered buprenorphine during and following experimental orthopedic surgery in sheep. American Journal of Veterinary Research, 70 (3), 418-422. doi: 10.2460/ajvr.70.3.418
2009
Conference Publication
Large Animal Model for evaluation of Screw Augmentation Materials
Ahern, Benjamin J., Bostic, Sandra, Harten, Robert and Schaer, Thomas P. (2009). Large Animal Model for evaluation of Screw Augmentation Materials. American College of Veterinary Surgeons, Washington, 2009. Hoboken, NJ United States: Wiley-Blackwell.
2009
Conference Publication
Single site osteochondral resurfacing – an in vivo caprine study
Ahern, Benjamin and Schaer, Thomas (2009). Single site osteochondral resurfacing – an in vivo caprine study. Internation Cartilage Repair Society, Miami, FL, USA, 2009.
2009
Conference Publication
Mechanical testing of the Equine Laryngoplasty
Ahern, Benjamin and Parente, Eric (2009). Mechanical testing of the Equine Laryngoplasty. American College of Veterinary Surgeons, Washington, USA, 2009.
2008
Conference Publication
Mechanical evaluation of fiber reinforced calcium phosphate – in vitro and in vivo
Ahern, Benjamin, Harten, Robert and Schaer, Thomas (2008). Mechanical evaluation of fiber reinforced calcium phosphate – in vitro and in vivo. American College of Veterinary Surgeons Annual Conference, San Diego, CA, USA, 2008.
2007
Conference Publication
Retrospective study of orthopedic infections in equine long bone fractures treated by internal fixation: 192 cases (1990-2006)
Ahern, B. J., Richardson, Dean and Schaer, Thomas (2007). Retrospective study of orthopedic infections in equine long bone fractures treated by internal fixation: 192 cases (1990-2006). American College of Veterinary Surgeons, Annual conference, Chicago, USA, 2007.
Funding
Current funding
Supervision
Availability
- Professor Ben Ahern is:
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Supervision history
Current supervision
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Doctor Philosophy
INVESTIGATION INTO SPECIFIC RADIOGRAPHIC LESIONS AND THEIR EFFECT ON PERFORMANCE OF THOROUGHBRED RACEHORSES
Principal Advisor
Other advisors: Dr Wendy Goodwin
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Doctor Veterinary Clinical Sci
Standing Computer Tomography of the distal limb of racehorses - what do imaging changes equate with clinically?
Principal Advisor
Other advisors: Dr Steven Zedler, Dr Albert Sole Guitart
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Doctor Veterinary Clinical Sci
Standing Computer Tomography of the distal limb of racehorses - what do imaging changes equate with clinically?
Principal Advisor
Other advisors: Dr Steven Zedler, Dr Albert Sole Guitart
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Doctor Philosophy
Investigation of occurrence, reoccurrence and rehabilitation of Superficial Digital Flexor Tendon injuries in Thoroughbred Racehorses
Principal Advisor
Other advisors: Dr Wendy Goodwin
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Doctor Veterinary Clinical Sci
An investigation of side effects / complications of EGUS treatment in horses
Principal Advisor
Other advisors: Dr Steven Zedler, Dr Albert Sole Guitart
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Doctor Philosophy
Investigations of overriding dorsal spinous processes and post-surgical physiotherapy treatment protocols in horses
Principal Advisor
Other advisors: Dr Albert Sole Guitart
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Doctor Veterinary Clinical Sci
Dynamic nasopharyngeal collapse (NPC) in horses: The effect on airway performance parameters and investigation into surgical treatment options
Associate Advisor
Other advisors: Dr Steven Zedler, Dr Steph Bond, Dr Albert Sole Guitart
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Doctor Veterinary Clinical Sci
An investigation of equine biomarkers for the detection of osteoarthritis
Associate Advisor
Other advisors: Dr Steven Zedler, Dr Albert Sole Guitart
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Doctor Philosophy
Investigation of injectable polymers for hyaline cartilage regeneration using animal models
Associate Advisor
Other advisors: Dr Wendy Goodwin, Associate Professor Jayesh Dhanani
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Doctor Veterinary Clinical Sci
Development of a surgical implant and technique for stabilization of the equine distal phalanx within the hoof capsule
Associate Advisor
Other advisors: Dr Albert Sole Guitart, Dr Steven Zedler
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Doctor Veterinary Clinical Sci
Towards understanding radiographic lesions in thoroughbred yearlings which are significant in limiting future racing performance
Associate Advisor
Other advisors: Dr Steven Zedler, Dr Albert Sole Guitart
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Doctor Veterinary Clinical Sci
Development of an alternative method for arthrodesis of the distal interphalangeal joint in the horse
Associate Advisor
Other advisors: Dr Albert Sole Guitart, Dr Steven Zedler
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Doctor Philosophy
Studies of the Microcirculatory Responses to Hemorrhagic Shock and Resuscitation
Associate Advisor
Other advisors: Dr Wendy Goodwin, Professor Jeffrey Lipman, Professor Mark Midwinter
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Doctor Veterinary Clinical Sci
Association of thoroughbred yearling racing performance with radiographic lesion identified in the repository in yearlings sold in Australian
Associate Advisor
Other advisors: Dr Steven Zedler, Dr Albert Sole Guitart
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Doctor Veterinary Clinical Sci
Development of a surgical implant and technique for stabilization of the equine distal phalanx within the hoof capsule
Associate Advisor
Other advisors: Dr Albert Sole Guitart, Dr Steven Zedler
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Doctor Veterinary Clinical Sci
Further investigation for management and stabilization of P1 fractures in the horse
Associate Advisor
Other advisors: Dr Steven Zedler, Dr Albert Sole Guitart
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Doctor Veterinary Clinical Sci
Dynamic pharyngeal collapse in horses - the effect on airway performance parameters and investigation into surgical treatment options
Associate Advisor
Other advisors: Dr Steven Zedler, Dr Albert Sole Guitart, Dr Steph Bond
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Doctor Philosophy
Studies of the Microcirculatory Responses to Hemorrhagic Shock and Resuscitation
Associate Advisor
Other advisors: Dr Wendy Goodwin, Professor Jeffrey Lipman, Professor Mark Midwinter
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Doctor Veterinary Clinical Sci
Investigation of nubulized analgesics using a sheep model
Associate Advisor
Other advisors: Associate Professor Jayesh Dhanani, Dr Wendy Goodwin
Completed supervision
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2022
Doctor Veterinary Clinical Sci
The use of advanced diagnostic imaging modalities to reduce fetlock injury and breakdown in racing Thoroughbreds: a study of racehorse fatalities in South-East Queensland
Principal Advisor
Other advisors: Professor Chiara Palmieri, Dr Solomon Woldeyohannes
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2021
Doctor Veterinary Clinical Sci
Locking compression plate fixation for protection of the suspensory apparatus of the distal phalanx in cases of laminitis
Principal Advisor
Other advisors: Professor Chiara Palmieri, Dr Steven Zedler, Dr Albert Sole Guitart
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2021
Doctor Philosophy
The Epidemiology of Musculoskeletal Injuries, Fatalities and Retirements in Thoroughbred Racehorses in Queensland, Australia.
Principal Advisor
Other advisors: Dr Solomon Woldeyohannes, Professor Nigel Perkins
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2024
Doctor Veterinary Clinical Sci
Development of an alternative method for arthrodesis of the distal interphalangeal joint in the horse
Associate Advisor
Other advisors: Dr Albert Sole Guitart, Dr Steven Zedler
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2023
Doctor Veterinary Clinical Sci
Alfaxalone anaesthesia in birds
Associate Advisor
Other advisors: Professor Bob Doneley, Professor Joerg Henning, Associate Professor Francois-Rene Bertin
Media
Enquiries
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- fracture
- horse
- laryngeal
- roaring
- throat
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