Two weeks. . .

It has really started to sink in that in exactly two weeks I will be on the overnight flight to Glasgow.  But I am truly more excited than scared.  I am so ready to embark on this adventure.


I thought I might use this post to help explain a little more of the Glasgow Veterinary Programme (notice the British spelling) for those who don't know much about it.


The program is five (eek!) years long.

• First year and second years: Animal husbandry, anatomy, physiology and biomoecular sciences
• Third year: The "-ologies": Microbiology, pathology, parasitology, pharmacology, professional clinical skills
• Fourth year: Production animals, public health, companion animals, Principles of Anaesthesia, Emergency and Critical Care & Professional Skills Behaviour & Ethics, Internal Medicine and Infections diseases, alimentary and urogential systems, neurology and orthopedics, cardiology, oncology, exotics, and "small furries"
• Fifth year: Clinicals

In addition to classes, a program unique to the UK allows students to gain hand on experience.  Extra Mural Studies, EMS, allows students to observe and assist in procedures and observe the day to day of veterinarians.  We are required to do 12 weeks pre-clinical experience prior to third year and then 26 weeks clinical experience before graduation.  Some of it may even be performed in the States!  I can also travel all around the UK and Europe to gain my experience.


And finally, some pictures of the new veterinary hospital at the Uni:

Cheers!