VETERINARY CLINICAL SKILLS II

MEDSC-V 746

Extend development of foundational clinical skills needed by veterinarians to excel in the current demanding clinical veterinary environment. Engage in dynamic practice and simulations in handling, restraint, and in-depth physical examinations of various species to move towards performance of these skills at a pre-novice II level.

MEDSC-V 738

Develop critical, non-medical skills needed to excel in today's demanding clinical veterinary environment. Emphasizing a strong foundation in areas that complement veterinary medical expertise, fostering a more rewarding career, improving patient care, and creating a positive work environment for the veterinary healthcare team. Through a structured approach comprising various modules, including career, communication, ethics, financial, individual and team awareness, leadership, legal, mentorship, practice management, and wellbeing/wellness, delve into essential professional skills for future veterinarians. Emphasizing the following fundamental skills: communication in teams, giving and receiving constructive feedback, and self-reflection to better understand personal goals, needs, and motivations. Core aspects for a veterinary career are introduced: medical records and documentation, legal and ethical considerations, cultural responsiveness, and client communication.

MEDSC-V 739

Develop critical, non-medical skills needed to excel in today's demanding clinical veterinary environment. Emphasizing a strong foundation in areas that complement veterinary medical expertise, fostering a more rewarding career, improving patient care, and creating a positive work environment for the veterinary healthcare team. Through a structured approach comprising various modules, including career, communication, ethics, financial, individual and team awareness, leadership, legal, mentorship, practice management, and wellbeing/wellness, delve into essential professional skills for future veterinarians. Develop a deeper grounding into key ethical and legal aspects of a veterinary career, including veterinarian-owner-client confidentiality, animal welfare, owner responsibility and euthanasia. Practice verbal and written communication skills in relation to commonly encountered scenarios. Veterinary career paths will be explored and defined; career planning networks developed.

MEDSC-V 736

Begin development of foundational clinical skills needed by veterinarians to excel in the current, demanding clinical veterinary environment. Emphasizing hands-on training to build a strong foundation in the correct handling, restraint, and physical examination of multiple species. Through a structured approach in various laboratories, move toward performance of these skills at a pre-novice I level.

MEDSC-V 732

Develop a comprehensive understanding of the foundational concepts underpinning the normal, healthy animal. Through a structured approach comprising various modules, including eating and eliminating, and cognition, senses and response, 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.