Veterinary Surgical Procedures

Program Overview

This 14-week Veterinary Surgical Procedures course provides comprehensive training in surgical preparation, record keeping, instrument handling, and common elective surgeries. Students will gain knowledge in sterile and non-sterile procedures, asepsis, and surgical room etiquette, preparing them for a career in veterinary surgery.

Program Outline

Outline:

Duration: 14 weeks

Course objectives:

• Learn the basic procedures involved in preparing for veterinary surgeries
• Understand record keeping, pre and post-op duties
• Gain knowledge in handling and cleaning of surgical instruments
• Study most common elective surgeries
• Learn about sterile and non-sterile procedures
• Understand the importance of asepsis
• Demonstrate appropriate behavior in the surgery room

Course content:

• Surgical preparation
• Record keeping
• Pre and post-operative care
• Handling and cleaning of surgical instruments
• Elective surgeries
• Sterile and non-sterile procedures
• Asepsis
• Surgical room etiquette