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ZOOLOGICAL MEDICINE CLINICAL ROTATION

SURGSCI 712
Course Description

Practice medical management of zoological species kept in small- to medium-sized zoological facilities and wildlife rehabilitation cases, in collaboration with local facilities, such as Henry Vilas Zoo, Ochsner Park Zoo, and the Dane County Humane Society's Wildlife Center. Prepare for clinical cases, provide on-site medical evaluations, and complete medical records.

Prerequisties

Declared in Doctor of Veterinary Medicine with fourth year standing

Satisfies

This course does not satisfy any prerequisites.

Credits

Not Reported

Offered

Not Reported

Grade Point Average
2.67

No change from Historical

Completion Rate
100%

No change from Historical

A Rate
66.67%

No change from Historical

Class Size
9

100% from Historical

Instructors (2025 Fall)

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