Electives
VMP 986 One Health - Philosophy to Practice
Email: Dr. Barrett Slenning or Dr. Suzanne Kennedy-Stoskopf
This course will introduce a diverse student body to One Health and its implementation across disciplines; facilitate understanding of the interactions linking veterinary medicine, human medicine, and environmental health; and promote cross-campus and cross-discipline interactions. 2-credit interactive seminar with team project. Participants include students and faculty from NC State, UNC Chapel Hill and Duke University, plus non-governmental organizations, private-sector members and government professionals. The course is open to professional DVM and NCSU graduate students interested in the science/practice/policies related to animal health, human health and/or environmental health. Spring Semester Tues 5:30 - 7:30 NC Biotech Center, RTP Informational flyer
CBS 817/818 Advanced Topics in Zoological Medicine
Email: Dr. Suzanne Kennedy-Stoskopf
This course provides breadth and depth of knowledge in zoological medicine to prepare Zoological Medicine residents to pass American College of Zoological Medicine (ACZM) boards. Veterinary students are exposed to more in depth information related to zoological medicine than covered in their core curriculum. Each Fall (CBS 817) and Spring (CBS 818) semesters, different aspects of zoological medicine are covered. Topics rotate every 3 years so that all major groups of animals within the sub-groups, avian, aquatic, herptile, wildlife, and zoo are addressed. Fall/Spring Semester. Syllabus Course Website Schedule
VMC 911 Advanced Topics in Equine Medicine and Surgery
Email: Dr. Jennifer Davis
This elective course exposes students to additional in-depth information related to equine medicine and surgery. This course will expand on information covered in equine portions of the veterinary curriculum and include information on advanced diagnostic and therapeutic modalities. Years 1-3 are welcome. Topics will be rotated during a 3-year period, so students may sign up more than one semester. Grading will be based on attendance with a minimum of attendance at 10 lectures required. Class will meet Thursdays, 5:30 - 7:00, beginning January 19th in RB101. Spring Semester 2012 Schedule
VMC 921 Special Topics in Zoological Medicine
Email: Dr. Greg Lewbart
This elective course allows students to participate in customized laboratory and field experiences in zoological medicine (avian, aquatic, reptile, amphibian, invertebrate, and mammalian species). This course is designed to be adapted to the needs of students in the DVM program who desire practical experiences in the discipline. Specific details of individual projects are developed by the course coordinator and participating faculty. This elective course can provide partial fulfillment for elective credit for Zoo Focus Area. Fall/Spring Semester Syllabus
VMC 926 Topics in Wild Avian Medicine
Email: Dr. Laurel Degernes
This course introduces students to wild avian medicine, husbandry and captive management issues. Emphasis will be placed on learning the following skills in a laboratory setting: species identification (especially raptors), capture and handling, physical examination, bandaging, diagnostic sample collection and treatment techniques. During the school year, students will also be expected to attend a minimum of five seminars related to wild avian medicine, participate in two scheduled raptor lecture/labs (one per semester – dates TBA via WAAZM reps), and complete the three web-based lectures. Fall/Spring Semester-Spring registration. Syllabus
VMC 928 Topics in Wild Reptile Medicine
Email: Dr. Gregory A. Lewbart
This course introduces students to wild reptile medicine, surgery, husbandry, natural history, and captive management issues. Emphasis will be placed on learning the following skills in a clinical and didactic setting: species identification, capture and handling, physical examination, shell repair, diagnostic sample collection and treatment techniques. During the school year, students will also be expected to attend a minimum of 8 seminars related to wild reptile medicine in addition to one scheduled turtle lab (one per semester – date TBA). Students will also be required to attend monthly clinical rounds when appropriate and present a case or cases at one of these rounds. Fall/Spring Semester- Spring registration. Syllabus
VPH 650 Population Medicine Forum
Email: Dr. Jay Levine
Population medicine forum is a seminar-based class during which current topics in population health are presented and discussed. Topics covered include: Outbreak investigation, observational epidemiologic research, risk analysis, spatial analysis, the application of unique diagnostic technologies and epidemiologic modeling. Fall/Spring Semester Course Website