Shoal Creek Animal Clinic, GA

Description of Elective Experience: 

If you are considering a career in small animal medicine in a progressive practice, come spend some time with the Shoal Creek team in Athens, GA! Our two doctors are Fear Free Certified and enjoy sharing their knowledge with students. Our strong support team allows us to focus on preventive medicine and provide high quality care to our patients.We enjoy an interesting medical and surgical caseload while equipped with digital radiography, dental radiography and laboratory.

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

Digital x-rays, Digital Dental raidographs, and a full diagnostic lab

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

Physical exams
Formulate treatment plans
Diagnostic interpretation
Hospitalized patient treatment
Assisting surgeon
Dentistry
Client communication & education
Obtaining medical histories
Anesthesia planning & monitoring
Maintain medical records
Discuss business management

Student Housing (include costs, amenities, pet friendly, contact info if different from elective contact info): 

Hotel lodging will be provided

Supervisor: 
Dr Elder
Website: 
https://shoalcreek.com/
Contact email: 
Externships@heartlandvetpartners.com
Address: 
2226 Barnett Shoals Rd
Athens, GA 30605
United States
Animal Type: 
Small Animal
Practice or Institution Type: 
Hospitals, Referrals, ER
Is student housing available?: 
Yes
Hours of supervision by a licensed veterinarian per week: 
at least 40