VCA Shaker Animal Hospital, NY

Description of Elective Experience: 

We are a busy 8 doctor practice with extended hours allowing us to treat a variety of cases.  Our available 24-hour technician care allows us to manage intensive medical and surgical cases.  We see a small number of exotic cases. Our hospital also provides grooming and has a large boarding department.

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

Digital X-ray, including dental

Ultrasound

In-house blood analysis

Soft tissue surgery

Visiting surgeon performs more complicated surgeries

Physical therapy including therapeutic laser, underwater treadmill

Acupuncture

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

Students will mainly be following our medical director, Dr. Patricia Monast.  Her schedule is typically 4 days per week, 11 hours per weekday and 6 hours if including Saturday.  Arrangements can be made for the student to follow other doctors for a portion of the time if it is more convenient for scheduling.  Dr. Monast does surgery one day per week, with the rest of her time on appointments.

 

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

N/A

Supervisor: 
Dr. Patricia Monast
Website: 
https://vcahospitals.com/shaker/
Contact email: 
Address: 
223 Maxwell Road
Latham, NY 12110
United States
Practice or Institution Type: 
Is student housing available?: 
No
Hours of supervision by a licensed veterinarian per week: 
40