Columbia Animal Clinic, MI

Description of Elective Experience

We are a 2.5 doctor general practice that services small animals and exotics.  The student will perform exams and be involved with the diagnostics for the patient and order treatment.

Institutional and Educational Resources - staffing, equipment, etc.

We have 2.5 FTE doctors on staff.  We currently have 4 Licensed Veterinary Technicians, with 2 relief techs that help us on occasion.  Currently 5 veterinary assistants and one Certified Veterinary Practice Manager.  

Equipment- We have Idexx in house lab equipment, digital rads and digital dental rads.  We have a surgical laser and also a therapy laser.

Student Responsibilities - what is expected of students in terms of hours, days of the week, shadowing or actual support?

Student will work M-TH with Dr. Engel, and Saturday if scheduled.  

  • Student will be responsible for performing/assisting in exams
  • Student will be responsible for charting medical records and communicating medication needs with clients
  • Students will participate in case discussions
  • Students will be allowed to assist in surgeries, if ok'd by client
  • Students will develop diagnostic plans
Student Housing (include costs, amenities, pet friendly, contact info if different from elective contact info)

We plan to have an on-site apartment available if student chooses to use it.

Supervisor
Michelle Engel, DVM
Website
www.columbiaanimalclinic.com
Contact email
Address

405 North Main Street
P.O. Box 277
Brooklyn, MI 49230
United States

Animal Type
Practice or Institution Type
Is student housing available?
Yes
Hours of supervision by a licensed veterinarian per week
40
Global engagement opportunity
No
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