OSU Mobile Ultrasound (Habing), OH

Description of Elective Experience

Three days of the week, the student will be observing and assisting the mobile ultrasound service, for a total of approximately 24 hours per week. This will include discussing cases (with radiologist and referring veterinarian), helping to prepare patients, and performing abdominal ultrasounds. Two days of the week, the student will be engaged in assigned readings and case reviews. 

Institutional and Educational Resources - staffing, equipment, etc.

Dr Habing, GE mobile ultrasound unit, ultrasound texts and cases provided by Dr. Habing. 

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

Responsibilities:

1- Patient preparation: shaving and cleaning

2- Pre-scan: when possible perform initial ultrasound scan and collect images

3- Record keeing: take notes for preliminary ultrasound report

4- Read assigned material and be prepared to discuss predetermined topics and cases for the folloowing day

Supervisor
Amy Habing
Contact email
Address

OSU Veterinary Medical Center and surrounding (30 miles) veterinary clinics
Columbus, OH 43235
United States

Specialties
Practice or Institution Type
Is student housing available?
No
Hours of supervision by a licensed veterinarian per week
24
Global engagement opportunity
No
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