Courses of Study 2020-2021 
    
    Mar 29, 2024  
Courses of Study 2020-2021 [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

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VTMED 5607 - Dermatology Service/Ambulatory and Production Medicine


     


Fall, Winter, Spring, Summer. 2 credits. Letter grades only.

Enrollment limited to: third- and fourth-year veterinary students. Required component of Clinical Rotations (Foundation Course VI).

Dermatology, M. Clark, J. Miller, J. Peters-Kennedy; Ambulatory and Production Medicine, J. McArt.

WEEK 1 During Dermatology rotation, students participate in the diagnosis and management of skin disorders in small and large animals. Patients are examined by appointment and through consultation with other hospital services. Mandatory rounds are conducted either in-person or through recordings as determined by the rotation’s service chief.

WEEK 2 During Ambulatory rotation, students accompany clinicians on farm and stable calls to learn skills and procedures necessary for operation of a modern veterinary practice offering primary care to large animal clients. Routine herd health visits are conducted for cattle, horses, sheep, and goats. In addition to assisting with routine scheduled work, students participate in diagnosis and medical or surgical treatment of ill or injured animals. This includes rotating assignments for night duty.



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