CLINICS IN DIAGNOSTIC IMAGING III

Graduate

This course is given in any academic semester based on student enrolment & provides training in clinical veterinary diagnostic imaging. Students in this course will work under the direction of the radiologist on clinical duty, developing interpretation skills in diagnostic radiography of the thorax, abdomen & musculoskeletal systems. The student will also be introduced to diagnostic ultrasound and will learn basic skills of abdominal ultrasonography. Report writing skills will also be emphasized. Students will participate in Journal Club/Chapter Reading activities, as well as rounds with clinical year undergraduate veterinary students. Specified non-clinical weeks will support the development of clinical skills. After hours duties may be expected. PREREQUISITE: DVM or equivalent degree and VCA 8450 and permission of the instructor HOURS OF CREDIT: 3 (Credits based on at least 6 to 7 hours/week of teaching rounds/seminars). Note: Intended for graduate students in a clinical discipline.