Description of Elective Experience:
Externships are at least 2 weeks long and the student is expected to participate in all aspects of the service that they have elected. They will have access to lectures, patient rounds and appointments. The service includes a staff doctor, residents and interns that will mentor and interact with the student.
Institutional and Educational Resources - staffing, equipment, etc.:
We have over 100 staff doctors in all different specialties. We also have LVT, tech assistants and support staff.
Student Responsibilities - what is expected of students in terms of hours, days of the week, shadowing or actual support?:
Students are expected to participate in all aspects of the service that they have chosen to shadow so that they can have a clear understanding of how it operates. Externs will observe procedures, treatments, appointments etc.
Supervisor:
Maria Correa
Website:
www.amcny.org
Contact email:
Address:
510 East 62nd. Street # 413
New York, NY 10065
United StatesSpecialties:
Animal Type:
Practice or Institution Type:
Is student housing available?:
No
Hours of supervision by a licensed veterinarian per week:
40
Global engagement opportunity:
No