Lena Veterinary Clinic, IL

Description of Elective Experience: 

Student will be observing our large animal practitioners on herd health visits on our dairy, beef, and swine herds.  Depending on case load he may also participate in small animal cases if the candidate is interested.

 

 

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

Our clinic has 6 portable ultrasound available for bovine medicine which we use extensively for reproduction & lung ultrasound procedures.  One of the ultrasounds have a wi-fi compatible screen for the student to observe ultrasound imaging in real time & also for our practitioners to observe the students ultrasound skills.  Also, we have a haul-in facility at the clinic in which we do a significant amount of chute work (ie BSE exams, vaccinations, implant, lameness exams, etc.) along with supporting lab equipment.

 

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

In general, the student will be expected to be available between 7am to 5 pm Monday - Friday depending on his interest level.  The student may observe on Saturdays from 8am - 2pm if intersted.

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

We have a room available in the clinic basement with bed & bathroom facilities available.  A refrigerator & microwave oven is also available to the student.  The student will also be available to access our internet service.....

Supervisor: 
Jim Moest, DVM
Website: 
Lena Veterinary Clinic
Contact email: 
Address: 
11002 W. Goddard Road
Lena, IL 61048
United States
Practice or Institution Type: 
Is student housing available?: 
Yes
Hours of supervision by a licensed veterinarian per week: 
50