VTMED 6561 - Advanced Imaging: Cross Sectional and Functional Modalities

Spring. 1 credit. Letter grades only.

Minimum enrollment 20; no maximum.

M. Thompson, Imaging faculty.

Distribution course in a lecture and laboratory format designed to introduce veterinary students to non-radiographic imaging modalities including ultrasound, CT, MRI and nuclear scintigraphy. Content includes discussion of neuroimaging, abdominal ultrasound and functional imaging of bone, thyroid, kidney and liver. A focus on recognition of appropriateness of examination and modality will be emphasized. The course focuses on conditions affecting dogs and cats.