Blanchard Valley Veterinary Clinic, OH

Description of Elective Experience: 

Blanchard Valley Veterinary Clinic is a small animal/exotic general practice located in Findlay, OH. We see pets of Hancock County for wellness and illness appoinments along with proving soft tissue and oral surgery. The staff looks to encourage an environment of learning for those in or are looking to get into the field. We work heavily with the University of Findlay Pre-Veterinary students and are familiar with providing opportunities of teaching.

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

4 DVMs

6 RVTs

1 Veterinary Social Worker

1 Practice Manager

1 Bookkeeper 

4 Receptionists

Digital Radiographs

Dental Radiographs

Restoration Dentistry

Soft Tissue Surgery

Laser Therapy

Emergency: case by case via after-hours phone line

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

40hr/week

6 days (variable)

We look to allow this off-site rotation to provide opportunities for the student to develope their examination skills and working with the doctors on developing diagnostic list and care plans. There are plenty of opportunities for technical skills (venipuncture, catheterplacement, radiographs, anestheia/monitoring,etc.). We would provide opportunity to work with after hour emergency appointments with the doctor on call.

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

This is pending scheduled dates. Call/email ahead for availability.

Supervisor: 
Dr. Tony Fuller
Website: 
bvvc.net
Contact email: 
Address: 
1611 North Main Street
Findlay, OH 45840
United States
Practice or Institution Type: 
Is student housing available?: 
Yes
Hours of supervision by a licensed veterinarian per week: 
40hr