The Lakefield Veterinary externship is designed to allow students to practice the problem solving, technical and communication skills they have acquired during their clinical rotations. The goal of the externship is to familiarize the student with the practice of veterinary medicine in the private sector and to provide valuable exposure to primary care medical and surgical services, client communication and practice management.
Direct supervision of a licensed Cornall Center veterinarian.
Introduction to the hospital, observation time, lunch with owner, doctor shadowing - entering exam rooms, discussion of cases, fluid therapy for a hospitalized case. Participation in physical exams, feedback.
16155 NW Cornell Road, Suite 800
Beaverton, OR 97006
United States