Description of Elective Experience:
Students will work along side the specialists (we have ECC, IM, Surgery, Cardiology-these options are not available to select above) or emergency service to manage hospitalized and out patient cases. They will be involved in physical exam, developing a plan, interpretation of diagnostic tests, client communication.
Institutional and Educational Resources - staffing, equipment, etc.:
We are a 24/7 emergency and referral hospital, with specialists in ECC, IM, Surgery and Cardiology. We have licenced technicians, electronic medical records, in-house lab, digital radiography, and ultrasound.
Student Responsibilities - what is expected of students in terms of hours, days of the week, shadowing or actual support?:
Minimum of 40 hours per week, days vary based on what service/specialty the student is working with and their schedule.
Supervisor:
Susan Meeking DVM DACVECC DACVIM
Website:
www.gsivetservices.org
Contact email:
Address:
3135 Victory Blvd
Staten Island, NY 07724
United StatesSpecialties:
Practice or Institution Type:
Is student housing available?:
No
Hours of supervision by a licensed veterinarian per week:
100%