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UT Southwestern Ends Use of Live Animals in OB/GYN Training

In a win for pigs, physicians, and patients, the University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center confirmed it would no longer use live animals for invasive medical procedures in its obstetrics and gynecology (OB/GYN) physician residency training program, following pressure from PETA. Previously, its OB/GYN program had subjected at least 13 live pigs to laparoscopic hysterectomies, retroperitoneal dissections, and tissue morcellations. However, following requests from PETA, the university chose to end this cruel practice, highlighting a commendable alignment with ethical considerations and modern, animal-free simulation training approaches.

 

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