Small Animal Clinical Sciences
Undergraduate Courses
VSAC 205.1 — 8T over Q1&2
Basic Surgical Skills
A web-based instruction manual will be used for a self-study
and tutorial based approach to learning and mastering of basic surgical
skills. Students will have access to computerized lessons demonstrating
basic surgical skills that they will be responsible for learning at
their own pace using home-based models. Instructors will be available
during weekly scheduled tutorial times to provide individualized help
if required.
Formerly: Part of VSAC 350.2
Restriction(s): Admitted to Year 1 of the Doctor of Veterinary Medicine program.
VSAC 356.1 — 10L-6P over Q3
Veterinary Anesthesiology
The core component is designed to teach the fundamental principles
of veterinary anesthesia. It will focus on pharmacology, physiology and
pathophysiology as it relates to anesthesia of domestic species with
commonly encountered conditions.
Formerly: Part of VSAC 350.2
Restriction(s): Successful completion of Year 1 of the Doctor of Veterinary Medicine program.
VSAC 357.1 — 24L-24P over Q4
Surgical Principles
An introduction to the science and pathophysiology of veterinary
surgery. Multiple species are used to develop an understanding of the
fundamental principles and technical skills associated with the
management of surgical conditions. The course is a combination of
lectures and laboratory exercises.
Formerly: Part of VSAC 350.2
Restriction(s): Successful completion of Year 1 of the Doctor of Veterinary Medicine program.
VSAC 358.1 — 12L-12P over Q1Veterinary Dentistry
A comprehensive course covering applied dental (oral cavity)
anatomy, embryology, clinical signs, diagnostic features, treatment
planning, principles, prognosis, and post-operative management (both
short and long term) of oral diseases. The emphasis is on establishing
and identifying the key criteria necessary for diagnosis, appropriate
treatment planning and home care to ensure long-term success. The
laboratory sessions will allow the student to learn principles, imaging
techniques and interpretation, and the necessary technical skills
required for the management and diagnosis of entry level surgical cases.
Restriction(s): Successful completion of Year 1 of the Doctor of Veterinary Medicine program.
VSAC 362.2 — 24L-8P over Q1&2Veterinary Medical Imaging
Teaches the fundamentals of veterinary medical imaging, emphasizing
x-ray and ultrasound, through a series of illustrated lectures and
supervised film-reading laboratories. The course focuses on the basic
principles of image analysis and interpretation through developing an
understanding of clinical anatomy.
Formerly: VSAC 351.2
Restriction(s): Successful completion of Year 1 of the Doctor of Veterinary Medicine program.
VSAC 376.3 — 38L-8P over Q3&4Clinical Examination and Diagnosis
A series of lectures and laboratories dealing with clinical
examinations of the domestic animal species, localizing disease within
a body system based on the clinical exam, exploring the diagnostic
techniques available for patient evaluation and using the problem
oriented approach to making a diagnoses. Emphasis will be placed on the
importance of taking an accurate history and performing a thorough
physical examination and on comparative aspects of clinical examination.
Formerly: VSAC 371.4
Restriction(s): Successful completion of Year 1 of the Doctor of Veterinary Medicine program.
VSAC 410.1 — 24P over Q1&2Surgical Exercises
An introduction to the practical aspects of veterinary surgery
prior to entering clinics. The student is expected to demonstrate solid
basic surgical skills and peri-operative patient management. Multiple
species are used to develop an understanding of the fundamental
principles and technical skills associated with the management of
surgical conditions.
Formerly: VSAC 400.2.
Restriction(s): Successful completion of Year 2 of the Doctor of Veterinary Medicine program.
VSAC 431.2 — 24L over Q3Emergency and Critical Care Medicine
Students with an interest in emergency and critical care medicine
can obtain further training and in-depth knowledge not available in
regular medicine, surgery and anaesthesia courses. The course material
will provide the student with the ability to deal with critical
patients with specific needs and requirements. The course will provide
a foundation for a final year critical care rotation.
Restriction(s): Successful completion of Year 2 of the Doctor of Veterinary Medicine program.
VSAC 433.1 — 12L over Q4Enrichment Companion Animal Ophthalmology
Not offered during the 2011-12 academic year
Aimed at providing a deeper understanding of ocular anatomy and
physiology, as well as diagnostics, pathophysiology, therapeutics, and
management of ocular disease in canine, feline, equine, and exotic
species.
Restriction(s): Successful completion of Year 2 of the Doctor of Veterinary Medicine program.
VSAC 435.2 — 24L over Q4Applied Clinical Small Animal Neurology
A case-based approach to veterinary neurology. Cases from WCVM
files and published literature will be used to practice neuroanatomic
lesion localization and to illustrate functional abnormalities of the
nervous system. Extensive use of in-hospital cases, case material and
videos.
Restriction(s): Successful completion of Year 2 of the Doctor of Veterinary Medicine program.
VSAC 437.2 — 20L-4P over Q3Small Animal Oncology
Will focus on the clinical presentation, diagnosis and staging,
treatment options, and prognosis for common or important cancers in
dogs and cats. The emphasis will be on establishing an appropriate
diagnostic approach and developing knowledge necessary to recommend
optimal cancer therapy for tumours that will be commonly encountered in
veterinary practice. Laboratory sessions will allow the student to
learn common diagnostic techniques, interpret advanced imaging of
cancer and become familiar with common chemotherapeutic agents.
Restriction(s): Successful completion of Year 2 of the Doctor of Veterinary Medicine program.
VSAC 439.2 — 24L over Q3Small Animal Medical Imaging
Comprised of a series of illustrated and interactive lectures that
deal with medical imaging diagnosis of diseases of companion animals
(dogs and cats). This will be a relatively comprehensive course in
medical imaging, building on the concepts and examples to which the
student was exposed in the core course (VSAC 362). A wider variety and
range of case examples and diagnostic techniques will be presented,
including special procedures and multiple imaging modalities being
covered in greater depth. In addition to prepared material, current VTH
case material will be included for illustration and discussion.
Restriction(s): Successful completion of Year 2 of the Doctor of Veterinary Medicine program.
VSAC 441.1 — 12L over Q4Advanced Small Animal Anesthesiology
Further in-depth information is provided to enhance material
presented in the core veterinary anesthesia program and is aimed at
small animals alone. Expansion on dealing with sicker patients, new
techniques and further information on monitoring equipment and patient
assessment is provided.
Restriction(s): Successful completion of Year 2 of the Doctor of Veterinary Medicine program.
VSAC 443.1 — 15L over Q3Small Animal Behavior
An introductory lecture course covering the common behavioral
problems in dogs and cats. Normal behavior and training will be
discussed but the emphasis will be on diagnostic evaluation of dogs and
cats with common behavioral abnormalities. Behavior
modification/training and medical and surgical treatments will be
discussed for each disorder as will important aspects of client
communication and education.
Restriction(s): Successful completion of Year 2 of the Doctor of Veterinary Medicine Program.
VSAC 445.2 — 10L-5S-9P over Q3Small Animal Clinical Nutrition
Will introduce the student to the principles of small animal
clinical nutrition. They will explore the vital role that nutrition
plays in wellness and in disease management. This is accomplished
through a lecture series given by the instructor and invited industry
representatives, assigned case studies and nutrition project. At the
end of the elective, students will present their assigned cases and
completed projects to the group.
Restriction(s): Successful completion of Year 2 of the Doctor of Veterinary Medicine Program.
VSAC 449.2 — 24L over Q3Small Animal Clinical Orthopedics
A case-based approach to small animal orthopedics. Clinical cases
will be used to practice lameness localization, illustrate
abnormalities of the skeletal system of dogs and cats, and discuss principles of fracture management. In-hospital
cases, videos and medical imaging will be used.
Restriction(s): Successful completion of Year 2 of the Doctor of Veterinary Medicine Program.
VSAC 460.1 — 16L over Q4Exotic Animal Medicine and Surgery
An introduction to basic husbandry and common clinical
presentations for common exotic pets. The species covered will include
common avian pets, small mammals and reptiles primarily lizards and
turtles. The emphasis will be on common conditions that are most
commonly seen in general practice.
Formerly: Part of VTPA 445.2.
Restriction(s): Successful completion of Year 2 of the Doctor of Veterinary Medicine program.
VSAC 462.1 — 15L-6P over Q3Veterinary Ophthalmology
A comprehensive course designed to provide the veterinary student
with a basic knowledge and skill level pertaining to ocular disease in
large and small animals. The course will cover topics such as ocular
anatomy and physiology, the basic components of the ophthalmic
examination, causes of red eye, vision and blindness, eyelid, third
eyelid, and nasolacrimal disease, ocular neoplasia, and ophthalmic
surgery techniques for general practice. Laboratories will cover
ophthalmic examination in small animals (dogs and cats) and in the
horse.
Restriction(s): Successful completion of Year 2 of the Doctor of Veterinary Medicine program.
VSAC 463.5 — 62L-21P over Q1&2Small Animal Medicine and Surgery I
A comprehensive course covering the clinical signs, diagnostic
features, appropriate management, and prognosis of common and/or
important small animal diseases affecting each body system. The
emphasis is on establishing a solid diagnostic approach to cases and
developing the clinical skills necessary to manage medical and surgical
cases. Laboratory sessions will allow the student to learn and practice
the common diagnostic techniques necessary to make a clinical
diagnosis. This course will cover medical and surgical diseases of the
respiratory, cardiac, gastrointestinal and nervous systems as well as
surgery of the ears and reconstructive surgery of the skin.
Formerly: A combination of VSAC 453.2 and VSAC 473.3.
Restriction(s): Successful completion of Year 2 of the Doctor of Veterinary Medicine program.
VSAC 465.4 — 65L over Q3&4Small Animal Medicine and Surgery 2
A comprehensive course covering the clinical signs, diagnostic
features, appropriate management, and prognosis of common and/or
important small animal diseases affecting each body system. The
emphasis is on establishing a solid diagnostic approach to cases and
developing the clinical skills necessary to manage medical and surgical
cases. Laboratory sessions will allow the student to learn and practice
the common diagnostic techniques necessary to make a clinical
diagnosis. This course will cover medical and surgical diseases of the
urogenital and endocrine systems, dermatology, oncology,
immune-mediated disorders, orthopedics, emergency and critical care.
Formerly: A combination of VSAC 453.2 and VSAC 473.3.
Restriction(s): Successful completion of Year 2 of the Doctor of Veterinary Medicine program.
VSAC 475.1 — 9L-3P over Q3Advanced Large Animal Anesthesiology
Further in-depth information is provided to enhance material
presented in the core veterinary anesthesia program and is aimed at
large animals alone. Expansion on dealing with sicker patients, new
techniques and further information on monitoring equipment and patient
assessment is provided relevant to large animals.
Restriction(s): Successful completion of Year 2 of the Doctor of Veterinary Medicine Program.
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