Student will assist DVM with evaluation of avian & exotic animal patients; review treatment options, and communicate with clientele. Student will train in associated laboratory techniques such as Gram stains, Cytology, in-house Complete Blood Count & Serum Chemistry analysis, and observe diagnostic testing services including ELISA and Molecular Diagnostic assays.
Hospital is fully equipped to see avian & exotic animal patients including anesthesia, ultrasonography, and endoscopy. Diagnostic cytology and hematology are an integral part of patient evaluation conducted in-house. Hospital also has an associated molecular diagnostic laboratory that provides diagnostic testing services for certain viral, bacterial, and fungal agents affecting avian & exotic animals.
Student is expected to work directly with attending DVM on a full-time basis; scheduled Monday through Friday.