Pender Veterinary Centre, VA

Description of Elective Experience: 

We are a 20,000 square foot, general, exotics, surgical and emergency hospital with a high case load.  The past year we had a total of over 58,000 patient visits. We have a staff of 28 veterinarians and 2 interns. Our externship provides the opportunity to experience all aspects of the hospital, always under the direct supervision of a veterinarian.

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

We currently have 28 veterinarians, 2 interns and a support staff of approx 120.  We have a fully equipped surgical suite including laporoscopic and orthopedic capability, ultrasound, radiology and a fully equpped icu including oxygen support.  In addition we have our own laboratory grade blood analyzer equipment.

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

Students are expected to work a 40 hour week to include days, nights, and weekends.  Students will shadow and participate in case workups and rounds.

Supervisor: 
Terri Levinstein
Website: 
www.pendervet.com
Contact email: 
Address: 
4001 Legato Rd.
Fairfax, VA 22033
United States
Practice or Institution Type: 
Is student housing available?: 
No
Hours of supervision by a licensed veterinarian per week: 
40