Practice Type: Equine Exclusive
Board Specialties:
Surgery
Number of Veterinarians: 1 - 3
Number of Support Staff/Veterinarian: 2
Average Case Load Per Vet: 25-50/week
Facilities: Advanced Imaging Diagnostics (Nuclear Scintigraphy, MRI, Dynamic Endoscopy, Gastroscopy, standing Endoscopy)
Farrier on site/Podiatry Center
Rehabilitation Facility
Cases
Locations
In Hospital: 60%
Out Patient: 40%
Ambulatory: 0%
Horse Show: 0%
Types
General Practice/Preventative Care: 0%
Surgical: 50%
Reproduction: 0%
Lameness Sports Medicine: 25%
Pre Purchase Exam: 5%
Internal Medicine: 20%
Complementary Medicine: 0%
Regulatory Care: 0%
Externship Information
Maximum Number of Externs: 2
Estimated Externship Workload: 50 to 60 hours / week assisting with day time appointments and after hour emergencies, surgeries and hospitalized patients
Goals of the Externship: The externship is designed for 3rd and 4th year veterinary students who wish to gain more experience in a private practice referral setting. We encourage students to commit 2-4 weeks to their experience. The first week emphasizes orientation and training but students will have an active, hands-on externship from the beginning. The externship is also treated as a prerequisite for any possible internship applicants.
Application Process: Send CV, cover letter, and desired dates to nate@equinespecialtyhospital.com
Prerequisites: 3rd or 4th year veterinary student with prior equine experience
Insurance Requirements: AVMA Student Professional Liability insurance
Insurance Requirements: AVMA Student Professional Liability insurance
Living Quarters: 2 bedroom apartment provided onsite
Internship Availability: yes