Neffsville Veterinary Clinic, PA

Description of Elective Experience

Students will experience the many aspects of working in an AAHA accredited, full-service veterinary practice. In addition to our AAHA accreditation, Neffsville Veterinary Clinic has been recognized as a Feline Friendly practice by the American Association of Feline Practitioners. Our practice, starte din 1970, offers a vast array of services including: 

  • Behavior Counseling
  • Dentistry
  • Digital Radiography
  • Grooming Services
  • International Travel
  • Laboratory Services
  • Laser Surgery & Therapy
  • Microchipping
  • Nutritional Counseling
  • Orthopedic Surgical Services
  • Pet Loss and Euthanaisa Services
  • Pharmacy
  • OFA Radiographs
  • Surgical Services
  • Theriogenology (Reproductive Services)
  • Ultrasonography
  • Wellness & Preventative Services

Students partaking in the Neffsville offsite elective experince will gain hands-on, practical knowledge of these various services and more. 

Institutional and Educational Resources - staffing, equipment, etc.

Student externs will have access to: 

  • A team of nine veterinarians
  • 65+ support staff
  • Open 7-days/week
  • Digital Radiology equipment (including dental)
  • Full in-house diagnostic laboratory system (Heska)
  • State-of-the-art surgical suite, monitoring & recovery equipment
  • Surgical Laser
  • Therapy Laser
Student Responsibilities - what is expected of students in terms of hours, days of the week, shadowing or actual support?

Students are expected to uphold the highest standard of care while completing their externship at Neffsville Veterinary Clinic. As our practice is open 7-days/week, students are expected to participate during weekend as well as evening hours. Students will begin by shadowing the veterinarians and will hopefully progress into a more supportive role. Arrangements can be made with the local humane league to increase surgical experience. 

Supervisor
Klint D. Hockenberry, DVM
Website
http://neffsvillevet.com/
Address

2555 Lititz Pike
Lancaster, PA 17601
United States

Practice or Institution Type
Is student housing available?
No
Hours of supervision by a licensed veterinarian per week
30-40
Global engagement opportunity
No
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