The Capital District Veterinary Medical Society began as a study group around 1948 and Dr. Jack Mindell served as the first president. The group’s original purpose was to promote ethical and cordial professional relationships among veterinarians and improve public relations. By 1955, the membership had reached the limit set by the founders and had attracted veterinarians from the surrounding areas. Surgical courses were taught at the Albany Medical College by Dr. Ellis P. Leonard of Cornell...