SPECIAL SPECIES CLINICAL ROTATION

SURGSCI 645

Hands-on diagnosis and treatment of general surgical diseases of small animal species.

MEDSC-V 714

Provide a practical, clinical experience by determining the diagnosis and treatment of general practice preventative medicine and diseases of dogs and cats. Provide an opportunity to evaluate and treat primary or first opinion cases (medicine, surgery) seen in private practice, to develop proficiency in client communications, and to create a skills base for management of preventive health, new pet and primary medical and surgical cases.

SURGSCI 744

Provides advanced, directed anesthetic and restraint techniques for multiple exotic animal species such as rodents, rabbits, amphibians, reptiles, primates, fish and birds. The unique pharmacology and physiology of each species will be emphasized.

SURGSCI 712

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.

SURGSCI 676

Basic principles of the clinical management of exotic pet species, with an emphasis on small mammals (rabbits, rodents, etc), birds and reptiles commonly kept as companion animals.