This elective experience is designed for students seeking hands-on exposure in a small animal preventative medicine–focused practice that is actively expanding its surgical capabilities following new ownership in January.
Our practice emphasizes comprehensive wellness care, client education, and early disease detection while maintaining a strong commitment to compassionate, relationship-centered medicine. Students will gain practical experience in preventative care including wellness examinations, vaccination protocols, parasite prevention, nutritional counseling, dental health assessments, and chronic disease management.
With recent growth in surgical services, participants will also observe and assist in an expanding range of procedures. Exposure may include routine soft tissue surgeries (spays, neuters, mass removals), dentistry, and select advanced surgical procedures as our offerings continue to grow. Emphasis is placed on proper case work-up, anesthesia protocols, pain management, surgical monitoring, and post-operative care.
This elective provides a unique opportunity to experience the evolution of a privately owned practice during a period of growth and transition. Students will gain insight into clinical decision-making, surgical skill development, team collaboration, workflow efficiency, and the integration of expanded medical services into an established preventative care model.
Ideal candidates are motivated, team-oriented learners who are eager to strengthen their clinical confidence in both wellness medicine and surgical fundamentals within a supportive, family-oriented practice environment.
Students are expected to be present during regular business hours, with specific days and scheduling coordinated in advance to ensure meaningful case exposure. The experience will primarily involve shadowing and assisting Dr. Marcum during appointments, procedures, and surgeries. Students will actively participate in case discussions, observe client communication, and gain exposure to clinical decision-making.
With appropriate supervision, students will also perform select tasks under the guidance of Dr. Marcum. Responsibilities may include assisting with patient restraint, helping with diagnostic work-ups, observing and supporting anesthesia monitoring, preparing surgical packs, and participating in post-operative care. The goal is to provide a hands-on, educational experience while maintaining patient safety and high standards of care.
1764 Columbus rd
Granville, OH 43023
United States