Veterinary Medicine Professional Curriculum (VTMED)Veterinary Medicine
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Course descriptions provided by the Courses of Study 2017-2018.
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- Schedule of Classes - July 18, 2018 7:14PM EDT
- Course Catalog - June 14, 2018 7:15PM EDT
Classes
VTMED 5600
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Clinical service rotation in which students accompany ambulatory clinicians on farm and stable calls and learn the skills and procedures necessary for operation of a modern veterinary practice offering ... view course details
VTMED 5601
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Structured to provide supervised clinical experience on a primary care service. The course is conducted in the Companion Animal Hospital of the Cornell University Hospital for Animals. Students interact ... view course details
VTMED 5602
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Structured to provide supervised clinical experience in the practice of companion small-animal medicine. The course is conducted in the Companion Animal Hospital of the Cornell University Hospital for ... view course details
VTMED 5603
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Clinical service rotation that exposes the student to the practice of surgery under hospital conditions. Students participate in office hours, diagnostic techniques, planning of therapy, and daily care ... view course details
VTMED 5604
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Students assigned to this service assist the faculty, technicians, and residents of the Large-Animal Medicine Service in the diagnosis and care of patients. The goal of this course is for students to acquire ... view course details
VTMED 5605
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Clinical rotation structured to provide supervised clinical experience in the practice of large-animal surgery. Under the direction of faculty and house staff, students participate in the diagnosis, surgical ... view course details
VTMED 5606
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Designed to provide clinical experience in the use of anesthetics in small companion animals, horses, and some farm animals. Students participate in selecting suitable anesthetic techniques for patients ... view course details
VTMED 5607
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During this clinical rotation, students participate in the diagnosis and management of skin disorders in small and large animals. Patients are examined by appointment and through consultation with other ... view course details
VTMED 5608
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A large inpatient and outpatient referral case load plus numerous inpatient consultations for other hospital services allow students to become confident acquiring the beginning skills needed for diagnostic ... view course details
VTMED 5609
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The pathology rotation strives to integrate gross pathology with other diagnostic modalities. Students will work in groups of three to six for the two-week rotation performing necropsies on mammals, birds, ... view course details
VTMED 5610
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Two-week clinical experience in the imaging section of the Cornell University Hospital for Animals. Students use radiographic, ultrasonographic, CT, MRI, and nuclear medicine imaging techniques to evaluate ... view course details
VTMED 5611
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Management of both emergent and critical cases represents a significant component of the practice of veterinary medicine. The focus of this clinical rotation will be the development of a knowledge base ... view course details
VTMED 5613
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Clinical service rotation that exposes the student to the practice of surgery under hospital conditions. Students participate in office hours; diagnostic techniques; planning of therapy; and daily care ... view course details
VTMED 6198
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Students work individually with a faculty member to pursue an area of particular interest that, typically, is not part of the established curriculum. Specific course objectives and course content are flexible ... view course details
VTMED 6298
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Students work individually with a faculty member to pursue an area of particular interest that, typically, is not part of the established curriculum. Specific course objectives and course content are flexible ... view course details
VTMED 6299
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Provides students the opportunity to work in the research environment of faculty involved in veterinary or biomedical research. Specific course objectives and course content are flexible and reflect the ... view course details
VTMED 6398
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Students work individually with a faculty member to pursue an area of particular interest that, typically, is not part of the established curriculum. Specific course objectives and course content are flexible ... view course details
VTMED 6399
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Provides students the opportunity to work in the research environment of faculty involved in veterinary or biomedical research. Specific course objectives and course content are flexible and reflect the ... view course details
VTMED 6423
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This courses is intended to give students experience in diagnosing parasitic infections by performing appropriate parasitological testing methods on clinical samples from patients on their rotation. Students ... view course details
VTMED 6438
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Intended for veterinary students with interests in parasitology research. In-depth training in aspects of animal parasitology tailored to their interests, e.g., improved fecal diagnostics, methods for ... view course details
VTMED 6498
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Students work individually with a faculty member to pursue an area of particular interest that, typically, is not part of the established curriculum. Specific course objectives and course content are flexible ... view course details
VTMED 6499
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Provides students the opportunity to work in the research environment of faculty involved in veterinary or biomedical research. Specific course objectives and course content are flexible and reflect the ... view course details
VTMED 6521
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Advanced course (sponsored by Cornell University and the University of Pennsylvania) covering the comparative pathology of aquatic invertebrates and vertebrates commonly used as laboratory animals. The ... view course details
VTMED 6530
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Autotutorial or group tutorial course covering common problems of llamas and alpacas. Participants are provided with study guides consisting of brief case descriptions and sample study questions. Reference ... view course details
VTMED 6541
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Provides hands-on experience in the Surgical Pathology Service of the Department of Biomedical Sciences. Working with the attending pathologist, students examine tissue specimens histologically, propose ... view course details
VTMED 6545
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Discusses diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of medical and surgical problems of individual small ruminants and of sheep and goat herds. Basic information on breeds, behavior, nutritional requirements, ... view course details
VTMED 6563
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A small group of students will shadow and assist veterinarians at the Georgia Aquarium for two weeks. Relevant lectures will be given each day. The next week is a hands on endoscopy training at the University ... view course details
VTMED 6598
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Students work individually with a faculty member to pursue an area of particular interest that, typically, is not part of the established curriculum. Specific course objectives and course content are flexible ... view course details
VTMED 6599
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Provides students the opportunity to work in the research environment of faculty involved in veterinary or biomedical research. Specific course objectives and course content are flexible and reflect the ... view course details
VTMED 6600
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Exposure to clinical procedures in theriogenology as provided by Cornell University Hospital for Animals patient load and augmented by teaching herd animals. Clinical techniques taught include palpation ... view course details
VTMED 6601
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Provides students with the opportunity to put into practice what they have learned in the foundation years. The management of the most common cardiac diseases is emphasized, including congestive heart ... view course details
VTMED 6602
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Laboratory animal medicine is a diverse field in which veterinarians directly impact on the well-being of animals used in research, teaching and testing. Lab animal veterinarians assist researchers in ... view course details
VTMED 6603
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Introduces students to primary medical care of non-traditional pet species, zoo animals, and native wildlife. Students, directly supervised by the attending clinician, are responsible for the assessment, ... view course details
VTMED 6605
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Provides opportunities for students who have completed VTMED VTMED 5500 and VTMED 5510 to explore professional areas of interest not available in the regular curriculum. Blocks of two or more weeks may ... view course details
VTMED 6608
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Management and prevention of cancer in companion animals represents a significant component of the practice of veterinary medicine. The focus of this clinical rotation is the development of a comprehensive ... view course details
VTMED 6612
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Clinical rotation structured to provide supervised clinical experience in the practice of large animal surgery, including sports medicine, orthopedic, and regenerative therapy. Under the direction of ... view course details
VTMED 6614
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The evaluation and management of critical patients and other emergency problems represents a significant component of the practice of large-animal veterinary medicine. As emergency cases are frequently ... view course details
VTMED 6615
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Provides specialized opportunity in Production Medicine. Consists of participation in an experience designed to improve knowledge and skills regarding production systems. Examples of focus areas include ... view course details
VTMED 6616
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This rotation is designed to introduce students to clinical small animal dentistry and oral surgery. By the end of the rotation, students are expected to be capable of: performing a thorough oral examination, ... view course details
VTMED 6618
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The Neurology/Neurosurgery (NNS) clinical rotation at Cornell University's College of Veterinary Medicine is a 2 week time period in which the student is directly involved in the diagnosis and treatment ... view course details
VTMED 6620
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This a clinical service rotation in which students accompany ambulatory clinicians on farm and stable calls and learn the skills and procedures necessary for operation of a modern veterinary practice offering ... view course details
VTMED 6621
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This distribution will allow students in the curriculum early exposure to small-animal clinical orthopedic practice. Students will shadow the senior students for the first week until they and the supervising ... view course details
VTMED 6622
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Management of both emergent and critical cases represents a significant component of the practice of veterinary medicine. The focus of this course will be the initial development of a knowledge base and ... view course details
VTMED 6623
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Shelter medicine is a relatively new discipline within the practice of veterinary medicine and requires the application of herd health principles within a small animal setting. This clinical rotation ... view course details
VTMED 6624
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The Primary Care Surgery Service is a two week hospital rotation which provides the opportunity for student clinicians to spay and castrate adoptable shelter and rescue dogs. Emphasis is on the development ... view course details
VTMED 6626
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This course will allow you to gain familiarity with neurologic clinical practice prior to rotations. Having a solid comfort level with neurologic examinations and neurolocalization is essential, as neurologic ... view course details
VTMED 6627
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This course will provide an opportunity for 4th year veterinary students with an equine background and interest to work with Cornell University Resident Farrier learning proper hoof trimming and balancing ... view course details
VTMED 6628
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The Clinical Sports Medicine and Rehabilitation Service focusses heavily on mobility and function and sees a variety of patients including primary lameness workups, post-surgical rehabilitation, sport ... view course details
VTMED 6698
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Students work individually with a faculty member to pursue an area of particular interest that, typically, is not part of the established curriculum. Specific course objectives and course content are flexible ... view course details
VTMED 6699
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Provides students the opportunity to work in the research environment of faculty involved in veterinary or biomedical research. Specific course objectives and course content are flexible and reflect the ... view course details
VTMED 6722
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Sponsored by Cornell University. Introduces veterinary students to aquatic animal medicine. The aquatic environment is described and visited on field trips. Specific aspects of the comparative anatomy, ... view course details
Vet Med Summer.
Credits and Grading Basis
4 Credits Sat/Unsat(Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory)
Class Number & Section Details
Meeting Pattern
- TBA Other Domestic
- May 21 - Aug 12, 2018
Instructors
Getchell, R
Additional Information
Taught in Bristol, RI.
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VTMED 6727
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Introduces veterinary students to primary care small-animal clinical practice through direct exposure to the Community Practice Service of the Cornell University Hospital for Animals. Students observe ... view course details
VTMED 6728
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This practical course introduces veterinary students to the primary care for injured or sick native wildlife and to wildlife issues that practicing veterinarians face on a daily basis. Students are responsible ... view course details
VTMED 6737
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The goal of the course is to provide students with the opportunity to learn about various non-native species and to gain hands on experience working with these animals in a safe and supportive environment. ... view course details
Vet Med Summer.
Credits and Grading Basis
1-2 Credits Sat/Unsat(Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory)
Class Number & Section Details
Meeting Pattern
- TBA Other International
- Jun 24 - Jun 29, 2018
Instructors
Abou-Madi, N
Boesch, J
Childs-Sanford, S
Gleed, R
Kollias, G
Peralta, S
Additional Information
Taught in Belize. Travel dates to the Belize Zoo, in Belize, Central America are 6/23/18 and 6/30/18
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VTMED 6741
Course Description
This course aims to provide students an opportunity to build clinical skills in settings abroad. Working with local grassroots animal welfare organizations and pet owners in small communities, we will ... view course details
Vet Med Summer.
Credits and Grading Basis
1-2 Credits Sat/Unsat(Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory)
Class Number & Section Details
Meeting Pattern
- TBA Other International
- Jun 2 - Jun 7, 2018
Instructors
Maza, P
Additional Information
Taught in Columbia. Travel dates 6/1/18 and 6/8/18.
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Vet Med Summer.
Credits and Grading Basis
1-2 Credits Sat/Unsat(Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory)
Class Number & Section Details
Meeting Pattern
- TBA Other International
- Jun 20 - Jun 26, 2018
Instructors
Maza, P
Additional Information
Taught in Guatemala. Travel dates 6/19/18 and 6/27/18.
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VTMED 6744
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The "One Health Laboratory" field course is organized in 2 courses (enrollment in both is required): Part I is the engaged-learning experience at one of the field sites in Indonesia (Ujong Kulon National ... view course details
VTMED 6748
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The Expanding Horizons course offers Cornell Veterinary students and opportunity to experience veterinary medicine in a developing country. Students spend a portion of a summer (usually 8-9 weeks) in these ... view course details
VTMED 6798
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Students work individually with a faculty member to pursue an area of particular interest that, typically, is not part of the established curriculum. Specific course objectives and course content are flexible ... view course details
VTMED 6799
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Provides students the opportunity to work in the research environment of faculty involved in veterinary or biomedical research. Specific course objectives and course content are flexible and reflect the ... view course details