Kragness Animal Hospital, IL

Description of Elective Experience: 

Student will be shadowing doctors in exam rooms and surgeries.  They will be allowed to examine client pets of various health conditions and report their findings.  They will be allowed to formulate diagnostic and treatment plans which may be implemented based on doctors approval.  They will be allowed hands on surgery experience as cases allow under immediate supervision of attending veterinarian.  Case load is routine preventative care, out patient illness, chronic disease, soft tissue surgery and simple dental procedures.

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

There are 2 licensed veterinarians, 3 vet techs (schooled), 1 vet assistant.  We have in hospital lab equiptment, digital xray, and gas anesthesia.  Internet access is available on our computers.

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

Student is expected to be present 8 am until 4 pm during normal clinic hours, there will be a 1 hour lunch.  They will be following the doctor through the day and will be allowed hands on experience on a case by case basis.  Questions and input are encouraged.

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

Heartland Veterinary Partners

10S Lasalle, suite 2120

Chicago, IL 60603

PH#312-261-5595

Unsure of specifics. Our corporation handles student housing.

Supervisor: 
Dr. Marisa Panozzo
Website: 
kragnessanimalhospital.com
Address: 
11332 S. Doty Ave
Chicago, IL 60628
United States
Practice or Institution Type: 
Is student housing available?: 
Yes
Hours of supervision by a licensed veterinarian per week: 
40