Welcoming Students, Interns and DVMs as Long-Term Visitors to Come Learn Alongside Us!
As the premier learning facility in the country, VDS is a great place to learn veterinary dentistry and anesthesia. We are privately owned and operated; however, our national footprint allows us the advantages of a large practice. The Center for Excellence and flagship VDS practice has 4 operatories and typically 2-4 veterinarians (diplomates or residents) practicing daily. As a teaching facility, our veterinarians are seasoned mentors and instructors. Our core mission is to train the next generation of veterinary professionals.
Observing office consultations and surgery daily during our standard operating hours (8 AM – 6 PM) is a core of this rotation. Our diplomates, residents, and technicians will instruct and answer questions during surgeries. Additionally, visitors will be given access to “virtual labs.” Finally, to further support an immersive educational experience, specimens and equipment will be provided for practice as time allows.
Recommended pre-requisite and/or in-clinic reading list
Skills You'll Learn Over 4 Weeks
Tuesday: 1-hour Dental Radiology lab with technician
Wednesday: Practice Radiology
Thursday: Basic Extractions lab with resident (2 hours)
Friday: Nerve bloc lab with resident (1 hour) and practice extractions (2 hours)
Tuesday: Ultrasonic and hand scaling and polishing, charting lab with tech (2 hours)
Wednesday: Self-Guided Oral Pathology examination
Thursday: Self-Guided Dental radiology interpretation examination
Friday: Flex day for anesthesia days Per Dr. McNally availability
Crown amputations: when it is appropriate
Periodontal Surgery: Closed and open root planning
Gingivectomies
Take the Next Step: Apply Today
For more information on our student visitor program send your CV and details to us via the email below.