Medicine, Oncology and Cardiology (VETS90113)

This subject is dedicated to providing a deeper comprehension and understanding of small animal internal medicine including cardiology and oncology. Subject material will include underlying pathophysiology of common conditions of these areas enabling the student to increase their understanding of disease processes and treatment. This increased understanding encourages critical reflection and evaluation, increasing clinical confidence, thus providing better patient outcomes for the veterinary practitioner.

Each topic will be covered in depth in separate tutorials. The case log and case studies that form part of the subject are designed for the student to reflect on the disease present to enable successful case outcomes. Some of these topics will provide the keystones for subsequent subjects.