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We are a full service general practice with a varied and intensive caseload including surgery, dentistry, internal medicine/endocrinology as well as wellness interests. We are a busy 2.5 doctor practice. We have multiple specialists who come in - ultrasound, orthopedics and cardiology on a rotating basis as needed. We enjoy getting our externs into the everyday excitement that comes with our hospital and are excited to have them hands-on in all aspects of our medical and surgical cases.
Animal Dermatology Group is the largest collection of veterinary dermatology specialty practices worldwide. We are looking for motivated individuals who are interested in furthering their dermatology knowledge by participating in externships, dermatology internships or residency training programs. Skin and ear disease are consistently among the top 5 pet owner complaints in small animal practices. Whether preparing for a general practice career or exploring options for training as a veterinary dermatologist, an ADG externship is beneficial to all. With locations across the country there are numerous locations for students to visit and further their careers with a high volume of dermatology cases.
Students will observe and assist in cases presented to a dermatology specialty practice. During the externship they will be expected to build on what they have learned and continue to develop their skills including history taking, dermatology exam skills, and become proficient at in house diagnostics including skin scrapes and cytology. Multihead teaching microscope and observations screens, video otoscopy units and CO2 laser surgical units are commonly used.
Animal Dermatology Group is the largest collection of veterinary dermatology specialty practices worldwide. We are looking for motivated individuals who are interested in furthering their dermatology knowledge by participating in externships, dermatology internships or residency training programs. Skin and ear disease are consistently among the top 5 pet owner complaints in small animal practices. Whether preparing for a general practice career or exploring options for training as a veterinary dermatologist, an ADG externship is beneficial to all. With locations across the country there are numerous locations for students to visit and further their careers with a high volume of dermatology cases.
Small animal GP - mix of routine and sick pet appointments, dentistry, routine surgery.
Student intern will be involved in all inpatient and outpatient patients seen throughout the day. Great Oaks Veterinary Clinic is a small animal general practice providing preventative medicine, urgent care, and surgery services. The clinics hours of operation are Monday through Friday 9am-6pm. All patient visits are appointment based. Appointments range in scope from yearly physical exam and vaccine updates to same day emergencies. Surgeries performed include but are not limited to orchidectomy, ovariohysterectomy, growth removals, dental prophylaxis, and dental surgeries.
Gain exposure to the different facets and methods of the UMN Secure Food Systems Team's Great Lakes VHS of fish risk assessment that is currently in progress; summarize observed implementation of VHS testing requirements and use of aquaculture disinfectants as witnessed during previous field experience with MN and WI DNRs; help develop a document that can be used for outreach and extension regarding the VHS risk assessment work.
The student will initially shadow Veterinarians during regular appointments and surgeries and as they gain experience and comfort, may start to perform more exams, diagnostics, and assist with surgeries.
DEA enforces the provisions of the Controlled Substances Act as the Act pertains to the manufacture, distribution, and dispensing of legally produced controlled substances. Enforcement of applicable provisions is done through the scheduling of licit pharmaceuticals and registering of veterinarians, and other medical professionals, to allow them toreceive, dispense, and write prescriptions for scheduled pharmaceuticals. Regulatory decisions are made through the analysis of public health information, the impact on key partners, such a veterinarians, public input, and other variables.
This externship is with the Chief Data Officer of DEA and the Diversion Control Division, who manages the regulatory program for DEA. The externship provides practical experience on how DEA determines how specific drugs, such as Xylazine, are regulated and the impact of the regulation on veterinarians and other DEA Registrants. This externship will work with DEA staff to gain a better understanding of the analysis of public health information to make regulatory decisions and how decisions impact veterinarians and their daily work.
We are a mixed animal practice. During the experience, the student can expect to experience hands on learning opportunities with a variety of species.
Opportunity to participate in various research projects, including fish health, aquatic invasive species, and public engagement. Weather-dependent opportunities to visit field sites/hatcheries. Networking with professors, post docs, and graduate students.