Meridian Equine Rehabilitation and Wellness, OH

Description of Elective Experience

Meridian Equine is an integrative equine practice focusing on rehabilitation and sports medicine.  We extensive lameness diagnostics including lameness exams, digital radiology, and ultrasound.  Students will be exposed to a variety of disciplines including Hunter-Jumper, Dressage, Western Pleasure, Contesting, and Competitive Driving horses.  We offer in house and ambulatory services.  Meridian Equine has a 12 stall rehabilitation barn with a water treadmill, salt room, Vibeplate, Bemer, and shock wave, as well as other therapeutic modalities.  Dr. Peckham is certified in acupuncture, veterinary chiropractics, and equine rehabilitation and sport horse medicine.  

Institutional and Educational Resources - staffing, equipment, etc.

1 full time DVM, 1 part-time DVM, 1 RVT, 3 assistants

Digital x-ray, ultrasound, shock wave, PRP, water treadmill, salt room, Vibeplate, Bemer, solarium.

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

We work see appointments 5 days a week 8 am - 5 pm.  Emergency coverage is provided for select clientele 24 hours a day 7 days a week.  Weekend emergency hours are shared with several other local practices on a rotating basis.  Students would be expected to be present and under would be under supervision weekdays 8 am - 5 pm or until all appointment are completed for the day.  After hours shadowing would be up to the student's desire to participate.

Student Housing (include costs, amenities, pet friendly, contact info if different from elective contact info)

An efficiency apartment in the barn is available for use at no cost.  Pets are unfortunately not permitted.

Supervisor
Endia S. Peckham DVM
Website
meridianequinevet.com
Address

16930 Snyder Road
Chagrin Falls, OH 44023
United States

Animal Type
Practice or Institution Type
Is student housing available?
Yes
Hours of supervision by a licensed veterinarian per week
40-50
Global engagement opportunity
No
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