Pender Veterinary Centre, VA

Description of Elective Experience

We are a 20,000 square foot, general, exotics, surgical and emergency hospital with a high case load.  The past year we had a total of over 58,000 patient visits. We have a staff of 28 veterinarians and 2 interns. Our externship provides the opportunity to experience all aspects of the hospital, always under the direct supervision of a veterinarian.

Institutional and Educational Resources - staffing, equipment, etc.

We currently have 28 veterinarians, 2 interns and a support staff of approx 120.  We have a fully equipped surgical suite including laporoscopic and orthopedic capability, ultrasound, radiology and a fully equpped icu including oxygen support.  In addition we have our own laboratory grade blood analyzer equipment.

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

Students are expected to work a 40 hour week to include days, nights, and weekends.  Students will shadow and participate in case workups and rounds.

Supervisor
Terri Levinstein
Website
www.pendervet.com
Contact email
Address

4001 Legato Rd.
Fairfax, VA 22033
United States

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