Field Service Clinical Rotation
Farm Practice
2003 Course Syllabus
LAMS 5425
Course Description:
Clinical training and experience in all large domestic animal species (cattle, horses, goats, sheep and swine) and some exotic large animals.
Objectives:
Upon completion of the course the successful student should be able to:
Conduct a complete physical examination on any large domestic animal.
Determine a reasonable set of disease differentials.
Design a reasonable diagnostic plan to include but not limited to:
Diagnostic test
Diagnostic procedures
Diagnostic manipulations
Interpret results of order test and/or diagnostic procedures and/or manipulations.
Increase one’s clinical proficiency in various large animals procedures as limited by caseload.
Keep field medical records.
Learn how to safely handle animals in a field environment.
Academic Honesty:
Students are expected to abide by the academic honesty policies as outlined by the University of Georgia of Veterinary Medicine.
Grading System:
Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory
Credit Hours:
4 hours
Repeat Policy:
Course can be repeated for credit: maximum credit allowed 8 hours.
Required Prerequisites:
Completion of 3rd year veterinary curriculum.
Course will be offered:
Every semester.
Topical Outline:
Students will learn to appreciate the daily life of a large animal veterinarian varying from daily schedule farm calls to emergency calls.
Instructors:
Dr. Lowder Michael Q. Lowder
542-6431
Dr. Lisa Williamson
542-9323