Alan R. Dorton, DVM PLLC, (KY)

Description of Elective Experience: 

Equine exclusive ambulatory practice in central Kentucky, emphasis on reproduction during breeding and foaling season, general herd health, lameness, some internal medicine. Externs are expected to attend all cases, assist with procedures, interact with farm personnel and staff, ask questions and contribute to discussions of the cases.

Thoroughbred predominant, also QH, ASB, TWH horses seen by practitioner.

Expect to see 60+ broodmares daily, with assorted foal medical problems, and some emergency duties

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

Single practitioner, ambulatory exculsive. One office staff, one assistant.

Equipment: ultrasound, xray, endoscope, full access to numerous labs in the area, and access to specialists in all fields.

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

This time of year it is a 7 day a week job; days start at 6:30 am, continue until all calls are finished for the day-typically 8-14 hours daily.

Student is expected to be prompt, dress accordingly, and shadow and support/assist in procedures. The student will probably be allowed to perform some procedures solo after observing and learning. Will be supervised at all times

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

No-cost housing (absorbed by practitioner), no pets, limited amenities (bed,bath, wifi, some kitchen privileges)

Supervisor: 
Alan R. Dorton, DVM
Contact email: 
Address: 
221 Stourbridge Rd.
Versailles, KY 40383
United States
Specialties: 
Animal Type: 
Practice or Institution Type: 
Is student housing available?: 
Yes
Hours of supervision by a licensed veterinarian per week: 
70+