Foundations of Veterinary Medicine I

Foundations of Veterinary Medicine I covers normal animal anatomy, physiology, and homeostasis to build clinical reasoning skills.

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Recorded instructors · Fall 2026 Darrel YapGwendolyn LevineJay Mishra +14 more

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Lectures are large, with a median of 100 enrolled students in the recorded sections.

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Declared in Doctor of Veterinary Medicine DVM with first year standing

  • Declared in Doctor of Veterinary Medicine DVM with first year standing
MEDSC-V 731

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  • Declared in Doctor of Veterinary Medicine DVM with first year standing

Professors

Fall 2026
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DARREL YAP is recorded teaching in Fall 2025. Recorded history may be incomplete and does not establish a future schedule.

JAY MISHRA is recorded teaching in Fall 2025. Recorded history may be incomplete and does not establish a future schedule.

JESSICA RIPPE MARTINEZ is recorded teaching in Fall 2025. Recorded history may be incomplete and does not establish a future schedule.

KAREN HERSHBERGER-BRAKER is recorded teaching in Fall 2025. Recorded history may be incomplete and does not establish a future schedule.

LISA ARENDT is recorded teaching in Fall 2025. Recorded history may be incomplete and does not establish a future schedule.

MASATOSHI SUZUKI is recorded teaching in Fall 2025. Recorded history may be incomplete and does not establish a future schedule.

MCLEAN GUNDERSON is recorded teaching in Fall 2025. Recorded history may be incomplete and does not establish a future schedule.

NICK BURGRAFF is recorded teaching in Fall 2025. Recorded history may be incomplete and does not establish a future schedule.

ROBERT LIPINSKI is recorded teaching in Fall 2025. Recorded history may be incomplete and does not establish a future schedule.

SAMANTHA LOEBER is recorded teaching in Fall 2025. Recorded history may be incomplete and does not establish a future schedule.

SARA TOLLIVER is recorded teaching in Fall 2025. Recorded history may be incomplete and does not establish a future schedule.

SATHISH KUMAR is recorded teaching in Fall 2025. Recorded history may be incomplete and does not establish a future schedule.

TROY HORNBERGER is recorded teaching in Fall 2025. Recorded history may be incomplete and does not establish a future schedule.

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Calendar & sections

Fall 2026

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SectionModeEnrolled / capacityWaitlist
LEC 001Classroom Instruction100 / 1010
LAB 301Classroom Instruction100 / 1010

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Student experience

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Develop a comprehensive understanding of the foundational concepts underpinning the normal, healthy animal. Through a structured approach comprising various modules, including foundations of homeostasis, movement and support, and circulation and respiration, delve into essential anatomical and functional elements vital for animal health. Emphasizing the intricate interplay of cells, tissues, organs, and organ systems, gain crucial insights into the mechanisms orchestrating communication and control to uphold homeostasis. Integrating disciplines such as anatomy, physiology, histology, embryology, and radiology, combine foundational knowledge with an emphasis on practical clinical applications and the development of critical thinking essential for navigating the complexities of veterinary practice.

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Topics

  • Homeostasis, movement, support, circulation, and respiration
  • Anatomy, physiology, histology, embryology, and radiology
  • Cells, tissues, organs, and organ systems

Skills

  • Critical thinking for veterinary practice
  • Understanding homeostasis mechanisms
  • Integration of anatomical and physiological disciplines

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MEDSC-V 731 · Fall 2026

Foundations of Veterinary Medicine I

Recorded 2026-09-07
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