VARB 5310 - Veterinary Radiology
(Fall semester 2004-2005)
Instructor information
Instructor: Barbara Selcer
Office hours: variable
Office location: H304 College of Veterinary Medicine
Telephone number: 542-8305
E-mail address: bselcer@vet.uga.edu
Course information
Prerequisites: Must be a third year DVM student
Objectives:
The objective of this course is to teach the veterinary students
the diagnostic principles involved in radiographic diagnoses and
procedures. The course also covers proper radiation safety
techniques and technical aspects for production of diagnostic
radiographs. Introduction to alternate imaging modalities such as
ultrasound, CT, and nuclear medicine will also be reviewed.
Topical outline:
I. Production of diagnostic quality radiographs
II. Radiographic equipment
III. Radiation safety procedures
IV. Equine radiography
V. Small animal radiography
a. orthopedics
b. neuroradiography
c. thoracic radiography
d. abdominal radiography
e. diagnostic ultrasound
Students are expected to abide by the academic honesty policies and
guidelines outlined in the College of Veterinary Medicine Student
Handbook.
Details of authorized assistance allowed during examinations:
Other faculty
All academic work must meet the standards contained in 'A Culture of
Honesty'. Each student is responsible to inform themselves about those
standards before performing any academic work. |