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Small Animal Clinical Sciences
Department of Small Animal Clinical Sciences, Western College of Veterinary Medicine

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UNDERGRADUATE DEGREE COURSES

These courses are restricted to students enrolled in the Doctor of Veterinary Medicine program, unless otherwise stated.

VSAC 350.2
Veterinary Anesthesiology and Surgical Principles
Q3(2L-3P),Q4(3L-3P)

An Introduction to the science and pathophysiology of veterinary anesthesiology and surgery. A multiple species approach is utilized to assist students in developing an understanding of the fundamental principles and technical skills associated with the treatment and management of surgical conditions and anesthetic principles and techniques in veterinary medicine. This course is a combination of lectures and laboratory exercises.

VSAC 351.2
Radiology
Q3&4(2L)

Teaches the fundamentals of x-ray and ultrasound diagnosis. Using contemporary case material from the Veterinary Teaching Hospital, the instructors endeavour to actualize the learning process, assisting the students in the transition to the clinical phase of their studies. The students, for their part, engage in regular-self assessments, lecture inquiries, and extensive classroom preparation.

VSAC 371.4
General Internal Veterinary Medicine
Q2(2L),Q3(4L),Q4(4L-3P)

A series of lectures dealing with the general aspects of the etiology, pathophysiology, clinical and laboratory findings, diagnosis and principles of treatment of generic diseases of the body systems of domestic animals. The emphasis is on the principles of pathophysiology as they relate to the diagnosis and rational treatment of disease.

VSAC 400.2
Surgical Exercises
Q1&2(3P)

Introduces the student to the practical aspects of anesthesiology and surgery prior to entering clinics. The student is expected to become familiar with the instrumentation used in surgery and anesthesia, to become proficient in manipulative skills and to know and to understand surgical and anesthetic techniques in both large and small animals.

VSAC 420.2
Veterinary Medical Exercises
Q1,2,3,4(3P)

A series of clinical laboratory exercises which allow the student to learn the common restraint and diagnostic techniques which are necessary to handle animals and to make a clinical diagnosis. Students are taught how to conduct a complete clinical examination of all domestic animals. Special diagnostic techniques for the examination of each body system are also demonstrated.

VSAC 453.2
Small Animal Surgery
Q1(2L),Q2,3(1L),Q4(2L)

A comprehensive course covering the clinical signs, diagnosis, management and treatment of the common surgical conditions in small animals. This course covers the principles of neurosurgery, urogenital surgery, surgery of the respiratory system, reconstructive surgery of the skin, surgery of the ears and surgery of the gastrointestinal tract, orthopedic surgery and oncology. A case-based method is sometimes used.

VSAC 473.3
Small Animal Internal Medicine
Q1(2L),Q2,3(3L),Q4(2L)

A series of lectures which deal with the specific diseases of small animals (dogs and cats). The emphasis is on the etiology, pathogenesis, clinical and laboratory findings, diagnosis and treatment of common diseases which occur in dogs and cats.


GRADUATE COURSES
Department of Small Animal Clinical Sciences, College of Graduate Studies & Research
VSAC 800.6
Advanced Veterinary Internal Medicine I
1/2(2L/2S)

Deals with the pathophysiology of animal disease on a body system or organ basis. The mechanisms of disease and the rational approach to diagnosis and therapy are emphasized. Topics include an introduction to the pathophysiology, systemic states, cardiovascular system, blood and hemopoietic system, respiratory system and the gastrointestinal tract.

VSAC 801.6
Advanced Veterinary Internal Medicine II
1/2(2L/2S)

Deals with the pathophysiology of animal disease on a body system or organ basis. The mechanisms of disease and the rational approach to diagnosis and therapy are emphasized. Topics include the urinary system, nervous system and eyes, endocrine system, musculoskeletal system, skin and appendages, immune system, and genetics and reproduction.

VSAC 802.3, 803.6
Special Field Experiences
1/2(40P, 2 weeks), 1/2(40P, 4 weeks)

Total immersion in the area of study pertinent to the graduate student. A complete report is required and should come from a daily log of activities and be organized from a protocol set up by the student's advisory committee prior to going out on this experience.


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