VCA - Milwaukee Emergency Center for Animals, WI

Description of Elective Experience: 

The student would shadow the ER veterinarians to gain knowledge and skill.  If the student shows promise then they will be given the oppertunity to assist in surgery, laceration repairs and other treatments, diagnostics and skills

The student will be involved in the discussion of cases

Institutional and Educational Resources - staffing, equipment, etc.: 

5 staff ER veterinarians

Full surgery capabilities - ER

Ultrasound

Digital radiology

EKG, doppler, other monitoring equipment 

Student Responsibilities - what is expected of students in terms of hours, days of the week, shadowing or actual support?: 

Any shift available as we are a 24/7 clinic - days, mid shift, or overnight

30-40 hours/week

At least 1 weekend in a 2 week externship

Shadowing and actual support - the student must be willing to help the technicians as they need as well as the veterinarians

Supervisor: 
Lindsey Foster
Website: 
https://vcahospitals.com/milwaukee-emergency
Contact email: 
Address: 
3670 S. 108 st
Greenfield, WI 53228
United States
Practice or Institution Type: 
Is student housing available?: 
No
Hours of supervision by a licensed veterinarian per week: 
24/7