The Residency Graduate Manual, Veterinary Clinical Sciences
April 2007

A. Introduction

B. Graduate and Training Program Options
1. Residency/Master of Science
2. Residency/Doctor of Philosophy
3. Non-residency Graduate Programs

C. The Role of the Faculty
1. The Graduate Faculty
2. Resident and Graduate Student Training Committee

D. Residency Program
1. Objectives
2. Admission to the Program
3. Classification
4. Qualifications
5. The Residency Advisor 5
6. The Graduate Committee
7. Degree Requirements
8. Academic Load
9. Clinical Program
10. Periodic Evaluations
11. Student Financial Support 6
 

E. Non-Resident (DVM) Graduate Students
1. Objectives
2. Admission to Program
3. Classification
4. Qualifications
5. Graduate Committee and Program
6. Degree Requirements 7
7. Periodic Evaluations
8. Student Financial Support
 

F. Non-DVM Graduate Students
1. Admission to Program
2. Student Financial Support
3. Qualifications
4. Graduate Program
5. Periodic Evaluations
 

G. Master's Degree 8
1. Major Course Work
2. Supporting Course Work
3. The Research Project Proposal 9
4. Master's Graduate Degree Advisory Committee
5. The Thesis
6. Final Examination 10
7. Master's Degree Summary
 

H. PhD Degree
1. Major Course Work
2. Supporting Course Work
3. Teaching Requirement 12
4. Doctoral Degree Advisory Committee
5. Thesis Research Proposal
6. Preliminary Examination 13
7. The Dissertation (Thesis)
8. Progress Reports 14
9. Final Examination
10. Doctoral Degree Summary
 

I. Benefits 15
1. Health Insurance
2. University Housing
3. Athletic Facilities
4. Student Loans
5. Vacation
6. Sick Leave
 

J. Student Performance Evaluation 16
1. Orientation
2. Annual Review of Graduate Students
 

K. Miscellaneous Information
1. Grievances
2. Graduate Record Examination
3. Graduates of AVMA Approved Colleges
4. Graduates of Foreign Colleges
 

L. Appendices of Specific Programs 17
1. The Master's and Doctoral Thesis Proposal
2. Anesthesiology: MS/PhD Program 19
3. Field Disease Investigation Unit: MS/PhD Program 21
4. Residency/Graduate Program in Veterinary Clinical Pathology 22
5. Equine Surgery: MS Program 24
6. Small Animal Surgery Combined Residency and Graduate Program 25
7. Clinical Neurology and Neurosurgery Residency/Graduate Program 28
8. Small Animal Medicine Graduate Training 31
9. Radiology Residency Graduate Training 32
10. Theriogenology Residency/Graduate Program 34
11. Equine Medicine Program: MS Program 35

GRADUATE MANUAL
Veterinary Clinical Sciences
 

Introduction

The Graduate Manual is intended to supplement the Washington State University Graduate Study Bulletin and the Graduate School's Policies and Procedures manual with respect to policies, procedures, and regulations concerning students in the graduate program in the Department of Veterinary Clinical Sciences. The Graduate Manual is also intended to provide the framework for the residency program. The student should use this manual as an operational guide.
 

The student should understand that failure to adhere to the policies and regulations of the Graduate Manual may result in premature termination of his/her appointment. The chair of the department may choose additional action affecting those who fail to comply with the contents of this manual.
The graduate program in the Department of Veterinary Clinical Sciences (VCS) at Washington State University is a plan of study leading to either the master's or doctoral degree, and to prepare the Resident for certification in his/her area of clinical assignment. The objectives of the program are to promote high standards of scholarly creativity, proficiency in a clinical discipline and professional service, experience in teaching, and independent and critical research. Areas of service and research may include: internal medicine, cardiology, ophthalmology, anesthesiology, neurology, surgery, radiology, clinical pathology, theriogenology, equine exercise physiology, laboratory and exotic animal medicine, epidemiology, mastitis, and production medicine.

2006 - New Graduate Student requirement - Responsible Conduct of Research Education - Mandatory

Beginning Fall 2006, training on the “Responsible Conduct of Research Education – Mandatory” will be required of all graduate students. This is a Web based training located at myResearch.wsu.edu. Students are encouraged to take this training as soon as possible. The training will need to be repeated after a five year period.

For graduate students on assistantships, please note the following new procedures:
1) The “Responsible Conduct of Research Education – Mandatory” training is a new employment requirement effective 8/16/2006. Students will not be eligible for an assistantship until after the training is completed; however, a grace period of one semester will be allowed.
2) All Personnel Action Forms (PAFs) will include the date the training occurred in the REMARKS section of the PAF. If the date is unknown, please put the semester training occurred (i.e. Spring 2006, Summer 2006).
3) Effective Fall 2006, students who have not completed the training will receive a grace period of one semester to take the training. Please prepare the PAF for only one semester unless training has occurred. If a PAF is received for the second semester without the training completed, the PAF will not be approved, and the student will not be eligible for employment.
4) Should a student complete the training late in the semester, and the assistantship PAF is processed late, the student will be responsible for paying all late fees applied to the student’s account before the waiver (s) are applied to the student account.

B. Graduate and Training Program Options
1. Residency/Master of Science
This is a 3-year program including clinical training to satisfy various specialty board requirements and earn an MS in Veterinary Science. A 3-year program would approximate the following. (See appendices for specific program/section descriptions.)
 

Year % Clinical Training % Course Work & Thesis Research
1 80 20
2 60 40
3 60 40

2. Residency/Doctor of Philosophy (not available in all disciplines)
The course work for a PhD could possibly be completed in 3 years, but a 5-year study plan is the recommended program. This program will meet the requirements of most specialty boards. Combined programs may be pursued in conjunction with other departments. A 5-year program would approximate the following. (See appendices for specific program/section descriptions.)
 

Year % Clinical Training % Course Work & Thesis Research
1 80 20
2 60 40
3 60 40
4 40 60
5 20 80

3. Non-residency Graduate Programs - Non-DVMs and individuals with DVM degrees may pursue graduate programs without concurrent residency programs.
 

C. The Role of the Faculty in Training Program
1. The Graduate Faculty
The graduate faculty has the responsibility of teaching graduate level courses and chairing thesis committees in accordance with the regulations of the Graduate School. Graduate faculty members are appointed by the dean of the Graduate School. At least 2 members of an MS graduate committee must
be graduate faculty. The chair and at least 2 other members of a PhD committee must be graduate faculty.
2. Resident and Graduate Student Training Committee
The Resident and Graduate Student Training Committee is a committee of the Department of Veterinary Clinical Sciences. The committee oversees selection of students for admission to the clinical training programs and the graduate student programs, conducts annual reviews of all such students, makes recommendations to the departmental faculty, and considers other matters pertaining to the program.
The Resident and Graduate Student Training Committee consists of five departmental faculty and one Resident/graduate student representative. The chair and at least one other member must be members of the graduate faculty. Members serve for three years and may be reappointed by vote of the faculty
and/or by the Departmental Chairperson. Members of the Committee represent the various disciplines and functional sections of the department.
 

D. Residency Program
1. Objectives
The objectives of the residency programs are to:
a. Fulfill requirements for specialty board certification.
b. Provide post-DVM education leading to the master of science (MS) or doctor of philosophy (PhD) degree in veterinary science.
c. Enable the Resident to develop proficiency in the clinical and academic aspects of his or her chosen discipline under the tutelage of trained senior faculty.
 

2. Admission to the Program
Residencies are awarded based on selection via the Residency Matching Program, AAVC, 1024 Dublin Road, Columbus, Ohio 43215-1167. In those areas which lack a matching program (clinical pathology, e.g..) candidates will be recruited via national advertising and selected by faculty within the area.
 

3. Classification
The Resident is a 1-year, renewable, temporary appointment classified as graduate research assistant, with full benefits afforded all graduate students by the Graduate School at W.S.U. All Residents who are U.S. citizens must become permanent residents of the state of Washington. To continue to obtain waiver of out-of-state fees, Residents must fulfill the requirements for becoming a legal resident of Washington state. The processes for obtaining in-state residency status
is described in detail on the Registrars web page, URL: http://www.registrar.wsu.edu/Registrar/Apps/Residency.ASPX Note, the process must be fully completed 12 months before the Fall semester of the second year of the Resident’s matriculation.

All Residents will receive such waivers automatically during their first year, and foreign students will receive such waivers every year of their program. All Residents will receive stipends to cover the instate tuition for the 9 month academic year but will be responsible for other fees due during this period. Payment of fees for courses taken during the Summer Session will be the responsibility of each student.

4. Qualifications
Residents will be chosen from applicants who have at least 12 months post-DVM experience. Applicants who have completed an internship are eligible. While completion of a recognized internship program is not a requirement, it may be favorably considered by the selection committee. Applicants for whom English is a second language must score 600 or above on the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) examination and obtain a written deposition from their prospective section head of oral fluency.
 

5. The Residency Advisor
A residency advisor is appointed by the section upon entrance of the resident to the program. The purpose of the advisor is to help the Resident meet the requirements of his/her program as they pertain to the Resident's participation in clinic activities. The student may request a change in advisor. These requests will be considered for approval by the Resident and Graduate/Student Training Committee. The student should first seek advice from the advisor if he/she has questions or problems with the program.
 

6. The Graduate Committee
The graduate committee is responsible for directing the student's progress, advising in the program of study, supervising the thesis work, and participating in the required examinations. Graduate committees meet at least once a semester. This is the responsibility of the committee chair. The graduate committee chair must be appointed by the end of the second semester of enrollment. The committee consists of at least 3 faculty, including the residency advisor. Two members of the
committee of a master's candidate (not necessarily the chair) must be members of the graduate faculty. The chair and two other members of a doctoral candidate's committee must be members of the graduate faculty. The committee is approved by the Graduate School upon recommendation of the graduate committee advisor, and the departmental chair. Appointment of committee members outside the department is actively encouraged. Emphasis is given to selecting committee members who can make a contribution to the student's research and academic program. The student may petition the Graduate School, via the department chair, for a change in graduate membership.
 

7. Degree Requirements
All Residents will be enrolled in the Graduate School and will write an acceptable thesis, earning the master's or doctoral degree. Residency candidates who have previously earned advanced degrees (either MS or PhD) in veterinary science, may petition the Resident and Graduate Student Training Committee prior to completion of the first semester to have this requirement waived. Such a petition must be approved by the departmental chair.
 

8. Academic Load
An academic load of fourteen to eighteen credit hours per semester (six in the six-week summer session and eight-to-ten in the eight-week summer session) is considered a full load for a graduate student. Teaching and research assistants are expected to carry the appropriate credits per semester or summer session.
Loads in excess of eighteen hours in a regular semester, eight or ten hours in six- and eight-week summer sessions, respectively, are considered overloads and must have the approval of the major professor and the concurrence of the Dean of the Graduate School. Students on appointment as teaching, research, or staff assistants or associates also must have approval of their supervisors in order to take an overload. Credit hours of enrollment in “Audit” status are not included in calculating the student’s academic load.
 

9. Clinical Program
The individual residency programs will be designed along the lines suggested by the respective specialty college boards, and Residents will be expected to spend the bulk of their time in the areas of these clinical specialties. The duration will be 2 to 3 years, depending on the specialty in which they are training and the policies of the section.
 

10. Periodic Evaluations
The Resident's continued participation in the program is subject to at least annual review initiated by the Resident and Graduate Student Training Committee. The Resident shall, upon beginning the training program, have a Resident advisor appointed by the section. The Resident's advisor or, in some cases, residency committee, will be responsible for providing written evaluations of the Resident's progress. It is suggested that such evaluations be made every 6 months. If it is decided by the advisor, committee, or section faculty that the Resident is not fulfilling the requirements of the program, he/she will be given a period of time in which the Resident's advisor and section faculty will schedule a reevaluation period. If performance is still unsatisfactory at the end of the reevaluation period, termination procedures will be initiated. The departmental chair requires each Resident to participate in an evaluation of the department and his or her program annually. This process will be characterized by the Resident's progression from initial dependence to independence. In making this transition the proficiency of the Resident should be such that it enables him/her to become eligible for specialty practice and academia.
 

11. Student Financial Support
Financial support is derived from Washington State University post-DVM residency positions, research and teaching assistantships, federal training grants, and private sources.

E. Non-Resident (DVM) Graduate Students
1. Objectives
The non-Resident graduate student may follow a program with the same objectives as the Resident or a more research-oriented plan. These options are subject to the student's graduate committee approval. The successful candidate should be expert in a specialized area of veterinary clinical science. A portion of the requirements for specialty boards may be included in the program. Clinical Program - Non-Resident graduate students may include clinical rotations and courses in their programs with the approval of the instructors in charge of the rotations/courses.
 

2. Admission to Program
Students who are not Residents, but rather are interested in pursuing graduate studies leading to the master's or doctoral degree, must apply to the Graduate School at the university for the degree to which they intend to pursue. A faculty advisor or sponsor must be included in the student's application. Following admission, the student must register with the Resident and Graduate Student Training Committee.
 

3. Classification
The non-Resident graduate student may be classified as a teaching or research associate. The class of appointment will be determined by the student's faculty sponsor and the departmental chair.
 

4. Qualifications
The non-Resident graduate studies applicant must possess the DVM, BVSc, DMV, VMD or equivalent professional degree and be approved by the Resident and Graduate Student Training Committee. Applicants for whom English is a second language must score 600 or above on the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) examination.
 

5. Graduate Committee and Program
The graduate committee of the non-Resident graduate student will follow the same format as that described in section D.6, as described for the Resident and Graduate Student Training Committee. Course work shall be approved by the student's graduate advisory committee to meet the requirements for the academic degree sought in accordance with the Graduate School. Those courses required by the department for Residents are highly recommended. However, the specific program should be tailored to the individual's needs.
 

6. Degree Requirements
Degree requirements are as stated in the Graduate School Policies and Procedures handbook for MS or PhD graduate students. Foreign students should consult the Graduate School Polices and Procedures manual for enrollment requirements.
 

7. Periodic Evaluations
The graduate student will receive an annual review as conducted by the Resident and Graduate Student Training Committee.
 

8. Student Financial Support
The non-Resident graduate student has been traditionally dependent on extramural funding (grants, contracts, gifts, and/or self support). However, functional sections may elect to support a non-Resident graduate student in place of a state funded internship or residency with department chair approval. The
student must confirm such an arrangement with the appropriate section leader prior to enrolling in the program.
In the event that a fully qualified applicant is not able to secure a state supported appointment, or other funding, with approval of the Resident and Graduate Student Training Committee and the departmental chair, an adjunct appointment may be offered. In this case the student will be appointed as a post-DVM teaching associate or Resident on a 0% FTE. The student will receive no compensation or benefits from Washington State University or the state of Washington, and will be required to pay tuition and fees, including out-of-state fees if applicable. The student will be required to sign a contract accepting responsibilities identical to those of a supported student.

F. Non-DVM Graduate Students
1. Admission to the Program
Students must gain admission from the Graduate School at the university for the degree sought. Following admission, the student must register with the Resident and Graduate Student Training Committee. If a research advisor has not been named at the time of registration with the Resident and Graduate Student Training Committee, one will be appointed by the committee.
 

2. Student Financial Support
The non-DVM graduate students are usually supported by extramural funding sources or are self-supported.
 

3. Qualifications
The student must meet the enrollment criteria for the Graduate School. Applicants for whom English is a second language must score 600 or above on the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) examination.
 

4. Graduate Program
The graduate committee constitution will follow that described in Section E of this manual. Course work shall be approved by the student's graduate advisory committee to meet the requirements for the academic degree sought. The research program will follow the same format as outlined for Resident and non-Resident DVM graduate students.

5. Periodic Evaluations
The non-DVM graduate student will receive an annual review conducted by the Resident and Graduate Student Training Committee.
 

G. Master's Degree
1. Major Course Work
All students are required to enroll in department's approved seminar course (VMS 582) for a minimum of six semesters. Students who have conflicts that preclude them from enrolling in VMS 582, or who would like to enroll in a similar course in a different venue, may petition the Graduate Training Committee for exemption from this requirement.
 

The following is the planned Three Year Departmental (VMS) Graduate Course Rotation. The Rotation should be noted as a curriculum that is developing, indicated by courses that have not received official course numbers. Faculty assignments may deviate from that listed. Efforts will be made to refine the Rotation each semester. Note that a new student may begin at year 2 or 3 of the rotation.

(Three Year program is being updated, please consult with faculty mentor for course information)
Fall Year I-

582.1  Faculty/Resident Seminar (1) –Campbell

Spring Year I
582- Faculty/Resident Seminar (1)- Barrington

Fall Year II

582-Faculty/Resident Seminar (1)-Campbell

Spring Year II
582- Faculty/Resident Seminar (1)- Barrington

Fall Year III
582- Faculty/Resident Seminar (1)- Campbell

Spring III
582- Faculty/Resident Seminar (1)- Barrington

Graduate level courses offered in Veterinary Clinical Sciences may require a minimum number of students, as stated by the course instructor or coordinator. The hours of 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. Monday through Friday are intended for lecture courses and 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. Tuesday and Thursday will be intended for laboratory courses. All courses offered by the department will be taught in these hours. Refer to Graduate School Policies and Procedures handbook for additional course requirements. Graduate courses scheduled during these periods will have a priority over all other clinical activities. Residents taking classes offered outside the department are encouraged to schedule them in these hours if possible. By allocating specific times for instruction, conflicts in clinic and class schedules can be
reduced, minimal student numbers for classes more easily met, and student tardiness greatly reduced. Advanced clinical courses will be offered on a 3-year rotation basis. Additional advanced courses may be offered depending on interest and resources.
 

2. Supporting Course Work
The program must include 9 hours of supporting work taken outside of the Veterinary Clinical Sciences area. A minimum of 3 credit hours shall be taken in the Department of Veterinary and Comparative Anatomy, Pharmacology and Physiology (VCAAP) or Veterinary Microbiology and Pathology (VMP).
The master's student is required to take either VPh 505 or Stat 412, and is encouraged to select from the following courses in his or her program.
 

Recommended Courses include:
BC/BP 563 General Biochemistry (3)
BC/BP 564 General Biochemistry (3)
VPa 545 Mechanisms of Disease (5)
VMic 531 Advanced Immunology (3)
VPa 544 Immunopathology (3)
VPa 542 Advanced Diagnostic Pathology (V 1-4)
VPh 505 Statistical Design (4)
VPh 534 Advanced Hemophysiology (3)
VPh 535 Pathophysiology of Blood (3)
VPh 538 Neuroendocrinology (3)
VPh 541 Biochemistry (3)
VPh 521 Cardiorespiratory Systems (3)
VAn 513 Advanced Neuroanatomy (3)
AS 520 Scientific Writing (2)
AS 588 Perspectives in Biotechnology
Biology 501 Communication in Biology (Scientific Writing)
CPTS 405 Computer Systems (3)
STAT 512 Experimental Design (3)

Supporting course work may include up to 6 hours of 300 and/or 400 level course work outside the major area. Stat 412 would comprise 3 of these 6 non-graduate course hours. These courses must be approved by the degree advisory committee before the student enrolls in the course. The student must consult the Graduate School Policies and Procedures manual for any changes in requirements, and must submit a Program of Study to the Graduate School by the end of their first semester of study.
 

3. The Research Project Proposal
All students seeking the master's degree must submit a research proposal during the second semester of their enrollment. (See format in Section L, Appendix 1.) It is recommended that the student deliver a presentation on the proposed project as a seminar (VMS 582). The proposal must be approved by the student's graduate advisory committee.
 

4. Master's Graduate Degree Advisory Committee
The master's graduate degree advisory committee for a master's degree candidate consists of at least 3 members of which at least 2 shall be members of the graduate faculty. The chair need not be a member of the graduate faculty, provided at least 2 other committee members are members. At least 1 member of the committee must possess an (earned) MS degree or PhD. The Resident's advisor must be a member of that person's graduate degree advisory committee.
 

5. The Thesis
A thesis is required for the master's degree. The thesis must contain information sufficient for at least 1 publication in a refereed journal. This thesis material must be submitted in manuscript form and be in the review process by a refereed journal before the final exam is taken. Immediately preceding the final examination, the student presents a public seminar on his/her research topic. The student's graduate advisory committee determines the style and format of the thesis. Additional
thesis format requirements are available from the Graduate School. A copy of the thesis must be available for public inspection in the departmental office at least 10
working days before the final oral examination. The candidate must submit the thesis to the Graduate School for final acceptance within 5 working days after the final oral examination for the MS.
 

6. Final Examination
Notice of a final master's examination shall be posted, along with a copy of the thesis, with the departmental secretary at least 5 working days prior to the proposed examination. A final oral examination is required of all master's candidates. This examination is intended to test the candidate's ability to integrate and interpret material in the major and allied fields with emphasis on the work presented in the thesis or project. The examination is limited to 1 1/2 hours. The student will present a public seminar, less than 1 hour, on his or her work which does NOT constitute the timed part of the examination. All members of the faculty and graduate students are welcome to attend the seminar.
 

In the event of a failed examination, a second and final attempt may be scheduled at the request of the major department after a lapse of at least three months. Conduct of the examination must be in accordance with the Graduate School Policies and Procedures.
 

7. Master's Degree Summary
This program normally lasts 3 years and must be completed within 6 years of first credits awarded.
Course Work Minimum Maximum
Graded Courses
500 level major area 12 hours **
500 level supporting area 9 hours **
300-400 level supporting area 0 hours 6 hours
Total for graded courses 21 hours **
 

Ungraded Courses
Thesis, Research VMS 700 4 hours **
Special Projects VMS 600 0 hours **
Total Course Credits 30 hours **
** indicates that no maximum limit exists
0 indicates that credits are not required in this category
 

At least 21 graded credit hours are to be distributed over the enrolled semesters along with research credits such that a maximum of 18 credits per semester are taken. Exceptions to the 18 credits maximus load can be made via petition.
 

Action Deadline
Appointment of advisor beginning of first semester
Application to Graduate School first semester
MS graduate degree committee formed end of first semester
Research proposal filed and presented end of second semester in a seminar
Program of Study filed with Graduate School end of first semester
Thesis accepted by committee 8 weeks prior to end of and final exam scheduled+
semester (end of finals)
Evaluations annually
+ Post notice with departmental secretary
 

H. PhD Degree
1. Major Course Work
Refer to Graduate School Policies and Procedures handbook course requirements. All students are required to enroll in department's approved seminar course (VMS 582) for a minimum of six semesters. Students who have conflicts that preclude them from enrolling in VMS 582, or who would like to enroll in a similar course in a different venue, may petition the Graduate Training Committee for exemption from this requirement.
The following is the planned Three Year Departmental Graduate Course Rotation. The Rotation should be noted as a curriculum that is developing, indicated by courses that have not received official course numbers. Faculty assignments may deviate from that listed. Efforts will be made to refine the Rotation. Note that a new student may begin at year 2 or 3 of the rotation.

(Three Year program is being updated, please consult with faculty mentor for course information)
Fall Year I-
582- Faculty/Resident Seminar (1) –

Spring Year I
582- Faculty/Resident Seminar (1)-

12

Fall Year II
582- Faculty/Resident Seminar (1)- 

Spring Year II
582- Faculty/Resident Seminar (1)-

Fall Year III
582- Faculty/Resident Seminar (1)-

Spring III
582- Faculty/Resident Seminar (1)-

2. Supporting Course Work
The program must include 9 hours of supporting work taken outside of the Veterinary Clinical Sciences area. A minimum of 3 credit hours shall be taken in the Department of Veterinary and Comparative Anatomy, Pharmacology and Physiology (VCAAP) or Veterinary Microbiology and Pathology (VMP). The master's student is required to take either VPh 505 or Stat 412, and is encouraged to select from the following courses in his or her program.
 

Recommended Courses include:
BC/BP 563 General Biochemistry (3)
BC/BP 564 General Biochemistry (3)
VPa 545 Mechanisms of Disease (5)
VMic 531 Advanced Immunology (3)
VPa 544 Immunopathology (3)
VPa 542 Advanced Diagnostic Pathology (V 1-4)
VPh 505 Statistical Design (4)
VPh 534 Advanced Hemophysiology (3)
VPh 535 Pathophysiology of Blood (3)
VPh 538 Neuroendocrinology (3)
VPh 541 Biochemistry (3)
VPh 521 Cardiorespiratory Systems (3)
VAn 513 Advanced Neuroanatomy (3)
AS 520 Scientific Writing (2)
AS 588 Perspectives in Biotechnology
Biology 501 Communication in Biology (Scientific Writing)
CPTS 405 Computer Systems (3)
STAT 512 Experimental Design (3)
 

Supporting course work may include up to 6 hours of 300 and/or 400 level course work outside the major area. Stat 412 would comprise 3 of these 6 non-graduate course hours. These courses must be approved by the degree advisory committee before the student enrolls in the course. The student must consult the Graduate School Policies and Procedures manual for any changes in requirements, and must submit a Program of Study to the Graduate School by the end of their first semester of study. Graduate level courses offered in VCS may require a minimum number of students, as stated by the course instructor or coordinator. The hours of 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. Monday through Friday, are set aside for lecture courses and 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. (Tuesday) and (Thursday) will be set aside for laboratory courses. All courses offered by the department will be taught in these hours. Refer to Graduate School Policies and Procedures handbook for any additional course requirements. Graduate courses scheduled during these periods should have a priority over all other clinical activities. Residents taking classes offered outside the department are encouraged to schedule them in these hours if possible. By allocating specific times for instruction, conflicts in clinic and class schedules can be reduced, minimal student numbers for classes more easily met, and student tardiness greatly reduced. The program must include 9 hours of supporting work taken outside of the Veterinary Clinical Sciences area. A minimum of 3 credit hours shall be taken in the Department of VCAPP or VMP. The doctoral student is required to take Stat 412 or VPh 505, and an additional course in statistics, two semesters of graduate level biochemistry, and is encouraged to select from the following courses in his or her program.
 

Recommended Courses include:
BC/BP 563 General Biochemistry (3)
BC/BP 564 General Biochemistry (3)
VPa 545 Mechanisms of Disease (5)
VMic 531 Advanced Immunology (3)
VPa 544 Immunopathology (3)
VPa 542 Advanced Diagnostic Pathology (V 1-4)
VPh 505 Statistical Design (4)
VPh 534 Advanced Hemophysiology (3)
VPh 535 Pathophysiology of Blood (3)
VPh 538 Neuroendocrinology (3)
VPh 541 Biochemistry (3)
VPh 521 Cardiorespiratory Systems (3)
VAn 513 Advanced Neuroanatomy (3)
AS 598 Scientific Writing (2)
CPTS 405 Computer Systems (3)
STAT 512 Experimental Design (3)
 

Additional courses should be selected that would provide in-depth training and instruction in a basic area of emphasis. The courses should include the most advanced ones appropriate to the area of emphasis listed in the Graduate Study Bulletin or approved for graduate credit.
 
3. Teaching Requirement
Every doctoral degree candidate is encouraged to participate as an instructor in at least one course. This experience is an important and valuable component of the educational program. University positions almost always require some teaching responsibility, and faculty are often asked to comment on the teaching ability and potential of students who have completed degrees at this institution. Teaching will include didactic lectures, leading and/or assisting in laboratories, and instructing in clinic activities.

4. Doctoral Degree Advisory Committee
A doctoral advisory committee consists of at least 3 members of the graduate faculty. An additional non-graduate faculty member whose special knowledge is particularly important to the proposed program, may be included, provided he or she possesses the highest appropriate degree. In this context, the DVM or equivalent professional degree, is considered sufficient to entitle a member of the graduate faculty to chair a doctoral committee. The chair of the committee must be a member of the graduate faculty. It is strongly recommended that at least 1 member of the committee possess an earned doctor of philosophy degree.
 

5. Thesis Research Proposal
All students intending to become doctoral candidates must submit a fully-documented thesis research proposal to the doctoral advisory committee before the end of their third regular (fall and spring) semester as a graduate student. The format for the thesis proposal is in Appendix 1. After the proposal is approved by the doctoral advisory committee, the student applies to the Graduate School to take the preliminary examination.
 

6. Preliminary Examination
A preliminary examination is required of each doctoral student for advancement to candidacy for the doctoral degree. The examination is designed to determine the academic fitness of the student for pursuing a doctoral program in the field in which a degree is desired. The examination shall be written, oral, or both. The oral exam may be deemed sufficient. A written portion may be administered at the discretion of the department.

a) Preliminary Examinations--Oral - Notice of the preliminary examination must be posted, along with 2 copies of the thesis proposal, with the departmental secretary at least 10 working days prior to the examination.  The oral examination is held according to the format in the Graduate Study Bulletin. There is no time limit for the preliminary examination except that all phases (written if applicable and oral if applicable) must be completed within 30 days of beginning. The candidate begins the examination by presenting a short (20 minute) summary of the proposal. The oral examination is centered upon, but not entirely restricted to, the research proposal. The candidate should expect to be examined in depth on subjects directly related to the research proposal. The questioning will not necessarily be restricted to the proposal itself, but can extend into areas related to the thesis topic. All departmental faculty should be encouraged to attend the oral preliminary examination. While questions are to be primarily directed to the candidate regarding the thesis proposal, the ultimate objective is to ensure that at the completion of the oral examination potential problems in the thesis research have been identified and addressed. The successful candidate should emerge with a well established proposal with clear-cut, achievable objectives.
b) Preliminary Examination - Written:
At the option of the degree advisory committee a portion of the preliminary examination may be administered in written form. The format and content are the responsibility of the graduate faculty of the department but the final form of the written examination will be prepared by the degree advisory committee. The administration of the written exam will be the responsibility of the chair of the degree advisory committee. The chairperson of the Resident and Graduate Student Training Committee must approve the examination. Questions from members of the graduate faculty in other departments should be sought if significant course work for the program was provided by those departments. Failure of either the written or the oral portion constitutes a failed examination. Upon recommendation of the degree advisory committee, a second and final attempt may be given at the approval of the Resident and Graduate Student Training Committee. At least 3 months must elapse between the failed examination and the second attempt. A second failure removes the student from consideration as a doctoral candidate.
 

7. The Dissertation (Thesis)
A dissertation (thesis) is required. No specific number of credits is required for this work, but the student engaged in research must enroll in VMS 800 Doctoral Research in the student's area of emphasis. The thesis should contain information suitable for a minimum of two publications in refereed journals. The thesis material must be submitted in manuscript form and be in the review process by a refereed journal before the final exam is taken. The student's graduate advisory committee will determine adequacy of the work. The student's graduate degree advisory committee is responsible for determining the style and format of the thesis. Additional thesis requirements are available from the Graduate School and must be followed.
 

8. Progress Reports
After successful completion of the preliminary examination, each student must present at least 2 progress reports to the doctoral committee. These reports may be in the form of a departmental seminar. Before the thesis is prepared in final form, the candidate must present a final progress report to the committee.
 

9. Final Examination
The examination must be scheduled at least 4 months, but less than 3 years, after satisfactory completion of the preliminary examination. The final oral scheduling form must be brought to the Graduate School at least 10 working days before the final oral examination. A copy of the thesis must be brought to the Graduate School at this time to be examined by the scheduling officer. A copy must be delivered to the representative of the Graduate School at least 5 working days before the final oral examination. The candidate must take the thesis to the Graduate School for final acceptance within 5 working days of the final oral examination. Notice of a final doctoral examination must be posted, and 2 copies of the thesis available with the departmental secretary, at least 10 working days prior to the examination. The student presents a public thesis seminar prior to the final doctoral examination. The thesis seminar consists of a 50 minute oral presentation by the candidate, followed by 10 minutes of discussion. Emphasis should be placed on the presentation and interpretation of data preceded by only a brief background summary. The final doctoral examination immediately follows the seminar. The examination usually lasts 2 hours and should not exceed 2 and 1/2 hours. The chairman of the candidate's advisory committee will determine the format of the examination. The examination is primarily a defense of the thesis, but it may cover the general fields of knowledge pertinent to the degree. The examining committee includes the doctoral advisory committee, a representative of the Graduate School, and any other members of the graduate faculty in attendance. All may ask questions and vote. All of the members of the doctoral committee must attend and vote.

In the event of a failed final examination, a second and final attempt may be scheduled, at the request of the Resident and Graduate Student Training Committee, at least 3 months after the failed first examination. A second failure removes the student from consideration as a doctoral candidate.
 

10. Doctoral Degree Summary:
This program requires a minimum of 3 years (6 semesters) of study. There is no maximum limit, but all graded course work must be completed within 4 years. The dissertation research phase usually requires a minimum of 18 to 24 months. Therefore, completing the preceding steps before the absolute deadlines listed below is strongly recommended.
 

Course Work
Graded Courses Minimum Maximum
500 level major area 17-34 hours **
Minimum Maximum
300 - 500 level supporting area 0-hours 9 hours
Total graded course work (h) 34 hours **
Thesis, Research VMS 800 20 hours recommended
Special Projects VMS 600 0 hours
Total Course Credits 72 hours


Appointment of advisor beginning of first semester
Advisory committee formed end of second semester
Program filed with Graduate School end of first semester
Complete graded course work end of eighth semester
but recommended by end of fourth semester
Submit thesis proposal end of fifth semester
Preliminary examination end of semester when thesis
proposal submitted
Thesis to committee 2 weeks before final exam
scheduled
Thesis accepted by committee and 3 weeks prior to end of
final exam scheduled semester (end of finals)
Final examination last day before final week
Thesis to Graduate School Monday of finals week
Evaluations Annual
** indicates that no maximum limit exists
0 indicates that credits are not required in this category
 

I. Benefits
1. Health Insurance
Student health insurance is available and is the coverage afforded all graduate students.
2. University Housing
University housing is available for graduate students, but is limited.
3. Athletic Facilities
Graduate students have access to other privileges including athletic tickets and access to gymnasium facilities.
4. Student Loans
Students with Federal Guaranteed Student Loans or other types of student loans should notify their lenders that they are entering a graduate student program.
 

J. Student Performance Evaluation
1. Orientation
The Resident and Graduate Student Training Committee will provide orientation to new Residents during their first week of appointment (July of first year). At this time they will be made aware of their responsibility to identify a functional advisor and develop a tentative course work plan. The course work plan, signed by the temporary or functional advisor, must be delivered to the committee by August 15 of the first year.
2. Annual Review of Graduate Students
All graduate students will be evaluated at least annually by their major advisors and Resident advisor.  The completed reviews are evaluated by the Resident and Graduate Student Training Committee. The committee then ensures the student receives, in writing, the result of the evaluation and makes appropriate recommendations. Individual sections and/or research advisory committees may conduct more frequent evaluations.
 

K. Miscellaneous Information
1. Grievances
The departmental graduate student has access to a grievance committee, in the event that he or she has a major complaint which cannot be settled by the parties involved or by section administration/leaders.  The grievance committee shall consist of the Resident and Graduate Student Training Committee and the VCS chair. This is not conceived as a sounding body for trivial issues.
2. Graduate Record Examination
The Graduate School serves as Washington State University's central recipient for GRE scores. Applicants should designate the Graduate School to receive their scores. The second copy should be sent to the department.
3. Graduates of AVMA Approved Colleges
Graduates of American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA) approved or accredited veterinary colleges are eligible to take the National Board Exam (NBE) and Clinical Competency Test (CCT).  This eligibility is all that is required to apply for a clinical program; however, individuals are most strongly urged to sit these examinations as soon as possible.
4. Graduates of Foreign Colleges
Graduates of non-AVMA approved or accredited foreign veterinary colleges cannot be licensed to practice without demonstrating a degree of training equivalent to US and Canadian graduates. The AVMA has formed The Educational Commission for Foreign Veterinary Graduates (ECFVG). The certification process involves testing in English language fluency (if English is not the native language), sitting the National Board Exam (NBE) and Clinical Competency Test (CCT), and successfully completing a clinical experience evaluation. This evaluation is possible by either passing a clinical evaluation examination approved by the ECFVG, or completing a 1 year evaluated clinical experience at an AVMA approved or accredited college of veterinary medicine. Successful completion of the ECFVG program will result in the awarding of the ECFVG certificate. This certificate is required for application to a clinical program.
 
L. Appendices of Specific Programs
1. The Master's Thesis and Doctoral Dissertation Proposal.
The PhD thesis proposal is an important document that should be thoughtfully constructed. In addition to forming an integral part of the doctoral examination, it may influence appointment of additional members to the doctoral committee. Two copies of the proposal should be available in the departmental office at least 5 days before the preliminary examination. The format that follows is used in preparing the proposal. Use of this format ensures that essential information is included. The student also gains experience in systematic planning and concise description of research projects. The proposal is expected to be approximately 20 double-spaced pages, not including bibliography.
 

Title of Proposed Research
Introduction
Literature Review
This section includes a critical review of the literature pertaining to the proposed research. Although the literature survey should include relevant information, it need not be an exhaustive survey of every paper on the subject. This section places the proposed research into perspective. It also leads to an understanding of the general problem area to be studied in the proposed research. General Statement of the Problem On the basis of information provided in the literature survey and other related information, the proposed work is placed into perspective in the general area of the problem. A hypothesis is stated at this point.
 

Previous Work Done on Project
This section is a concise summary of any work that the student has already done on the project. Enough detail is included to indicate the state of the work at the time the proposal is submitted.

Specific Aims of Proposed Research
This section is a concise statement of the specific objectives of the work being proposed. It normally consists of 1 or more numbered sentences.
 

Research Plan
Experimental Designs and Protocols
Methods and Procedures
These sections present detailed and clear descriptions of protocols and methods including statistical analyses, instrumentation, and the like.

Significance of the Project
This section consists of a concise, 1 paragraph statement of the significance of the proposed research in terms of the contribution to be made to scientific knowledge in the field if the specific aims of the project are realized.
 

2. Anesthesiology: M.S./Ph.D. Program
The Department of Veterinary Clinical Sciences, College of Veterinary Medicine, conducts graduate training for post-DVM graduate students in anesthesiology. The anesthesia faculty consist of two board-certified veterinary anesthesiologists. The three-year training program will develop expertise in anesthesiology and supportive care for domestic and non-domestic species. In addition to providing anesthesia for the Veterinary Teaching Hospital, the graduate student will participate in clinical rounds, seminars, research, and graduate course work leading to an M.S. or Ph.D. in veterinary science and eligibility to sit for the examination to qualify as Diplomate of the American College of Veterinary Anesthesiologists.
 

Anesthesiology Sample MS Program

P/T 507 Pharmacodynamics  (5) Spring 1

P/T 510 Pharmacokinetics (2) a/y 2 or 3

VMS 589 Advanced Clinical Anesthesia (2) Spring 2

VMS 582 Seminar (1) Spring 2

BIOM 412 Biometry (3) Fall 1

Total graded 25 credits

VMS 700 Master's Thesis (1) Spring 1

VMS 700 Master's Thesis (2) Fall 3

3. Field Disease Investigation Unit: MS/PhD Program
The Department of Veterinary Clinical Sciences, College of Veterinary Medicine, conducts graduate training for post-DVM graduate students in the Field Disease Investigation Unit. The FDIU consists of six faculty with expertise in clinical medicine, epidemiology, and microbiology, and focuses on investigation of herd disease outbreaks, suboptimal herd production problems, and related research in Pacific Northwest Livestock herds. The FDIU collaborates extensively with private practitioners and personnel from the Washington Animal Disease Diagnostic Laboratory, the Department of Veterinary Microbiology and Pathology, and the College of Agriculture. The training program consists of participation in field studies, research, and graduate course work, leading to an MS/PhD of veterinary science.
 

Course Work Required
VMS 509 - Epidemiology
VMS 600 - Field Investigation

Recommended Courses
VPA 545 - Mechanisms of Disease
VPA 544 - Advanced Immunology
Epidemiology Short Courses (Tufts, John Hopkins, University of Michigan)
Training for Board Certification
Currently, training for board certification in preventive medicine is not available.

4. Residency/Graduate Program in Veterinary Clinical Pathology
General Training Objectives:
The primary objective of the clinical pathology training program is to provide an opportunity for an education in the biomedical sciences which can be applied to problem solving in research and diagnostic clinical pathology.
Programs Available: Two programs are available. The combined residency/ graduate program leads to a three year MS or four to five year PhD degree. Formal course work and laboratory diagnostic services are designed to provide the requirements for the degree selected and preparative training for certification in veterinary clinical pathology by the American College of Veterinary Pathologists. The graduate research emphasizes pathophysiologic mechanisms of genetic and acquired diseases in hematology, endocrinology and immunology.
 

The second program is a residency program designed to meet the needs of the individual who has previously received the DVM and a graduate degree and needs additional training for certification as a veterinary clinical pathologist by the American College of Veterinary Pathology. This program is tailored to the needs of the individual and the clinical pathology section.  Individuals are evaluated each December by the clinical pathology faculty and informed whether or not their
performance has been satisfactory and if continuance in the program will be permitted. Teaching and Service Obligations: The student is expected to teach and participate in the service responsibilities of the clinic pathology section.

Qualifications: Candidates must have a DVM or equivalent degree and be acceptable as a graduate student in the Graduate School of Washington State University. At least one year of post-DVM experience is desirable. Selection is competitive. Environment: Washington State University has seven colleges, and has an average population of 16,000 students. The veterinary clinical pathology program has participating faculty in all three departments of the College of Veterinary Medicine. The veterinary clinical pathology service section is administered by the Department of Veterinary Clinical Sciences. Two ACVP board certified clinical pathologists and two graduate students serve the needs of the WSU Veterinary Teaching Hospital, and the practicing veterinarians in the Pacific Northwest. In addition, there are ACVP certified anatomical pathologists in the anatomical pathology training program of the College of Veterinary Medicine and Washington Animal Disease Diagnostic Laboratory who participate in the clinical pathology training program. The College of Veterinary Medicine has sophisticated animal care facilities and laboratories for molecular biotechnology in genetics and immunology.
 

Programmatic Strengths: The training program provides the dedicated trainee with the opportunity to obtain the necessary skills to achieve ACVP certification as a veterinary clinical pathologist, and to develop a successful research career as an independent investigator. A student's advisor in his/her clinical pathology training is not necessarily his/her research project advisor. This format presents the student with an opportunity to pursue diagnostic training and individual research interests with a diverse faculty.

Faculty Research Interests: The general focus of the faculty is the mechanisms of diseases.
Leathers, C.W., D.V.M., Ph.D.; Professor; Laboratory animal pathology, diagnostic electron microscopy.
Meyers, K.M., Ph.D.; Professor; Thrombocytopathies and general hematology.
Perryman, L.E., D.V.M., Ph.D.; Professor; Genetically based immune deficiency disorders and associated infectious diseases, Cryptosporidiosis, equine infectious anemia.
Prieur, D.J., D.V.M., Ph.D.; Professor; Genetic diseases, and animal models of human genetic diseases.
Wardrop, K.J., D.V.M., M.S.; Assistant Professor, Transfusion medicine and red cell survival.
 

Recommended Courses
AS 522 Perspective in Biotechnology
BAC 570 Advanced Immunology
BC/BP 563 General Biochemistry
BC/BP 564 General Biochemistry
VMS 595 Advanced Laboratory Diagnostics
VMS 537 Diagnostics of Viral/Rick Disease
VPa 542 Advanced Diagnostic Pathology
VPa 544 Immunopathology
VPa 545 Mechanisms of Disease
VPh 535 Pathophysiology of Blood
VPh 533 Environmental and Comparative Toxicology
VPh 557 Advan. Mammalian Physiology
STAT 412 Statistics
STAT 512 Experimental Design

5. Equine Surgery Program: MS Program
The Department of Veterinary Clinical Sciences, College of Veterinary Medicine, conducts graduate training for post-DVM graduate students in the equine surgery section. The section consists of three faculty with expertise in the diagnosis and treatment of surgical conditions in the horse. Cases are referred to this section from practicing veterinarians in the Pacific Northwest and Canada. The section works closely with the equine medicine section to manage difficult and challenging cases referred to the Veterinary Teaching Hospital. Faculty in this section also collaborate with basic science faculty in Veterinary Comparative Anatomy and Physiology and Pathobiology on clinically related research. The equine surgery section also works with the small animal surgery faculty to develop courses and training programs that teach the principles of surgery. The program consists of clinical training on surgical principles and their application to equine diseases, research, and graduate course work leading to an MS in veterinary science.

Course Work Required
STAT 412 Statistics (1st semester)
VPH 557 Advanced Mammalian Physiology
VMS 589 Advanced Anesthesia
VMS 593 Advanced Orthopedic Surgery
VMS 594 Soft Tissue Surgery
VMS 595 Clinical Pathology
VMS 596 Radiology
VMS 581 Advanced Neurology
Recommended Courses
STAT 512 Statistics (2nd semester)
 

Training for Board Certification
The equine surgery Resident training program is approved by the American College of Veterinary Surgeons.  One of the goals of this program is to prepare the Resident for the American College of Veterinary Surgeons' certifying examination.
 

6. Small Animal Surgery Residency and Graduate Program
Objectives: The objectives of the small animal surgical residency program are to:
a. Train the Resident for ACVS board qualification and certification;
b. Provide post-doctoral education leading to the master of science (MS) in veterinary science;
c. Enable the Resident to develop proficiency in the clinical and academic aspects of small animal surgery under the tutelage of trained senior faculty;
d. Enable the Resident to become eligible for positions in specialty practice or academia.
 

Residents will be chosen from applicants who have at least 12 months post-DVM experience. All applicants who have graduated from an A.V.M.A. approved veterinary school, including WSU, are eligible to apply.  While completion of a recognized internship program is not a requirement, it may be favorably considered by the selection committee (surgery faculty). Applicants for whom English is a second language, must score 600 or above on the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) examination.  The residency program will be designed along the guidelines recommended by the ACVS. The duration of the program will be 3 years. Residents are expected to rotate through orthopedic, soft tissue, and neurosurgery services, and will have after-hours emergency duty (primary and surgery back-up). Approximate clinical service will be 80% of the first year, 60% during the second year, and 60% in the final year. Off-clinic time will include graduate work, attendance at scientific meetings, vacation, and personal holiday. Residents will be encouraged to attend one national meeting (ASIF, ACVS, VOS, ESF, AVORE, etc.) per year. Residents will be expected to participate in clinical service and assist in teaching of junior and senior veterinary students. In addition Residents will be given the opportunity to rotate through other services at WSU or in selected cases, at other institutions. Additionally, Residents will be given the opportunity to assist with continuing education programs for practitioners.

All Residents will enroll in the Graduate School with the aim of completing a thesis and acquiring the MS degree. Applicants who recently graduated from an AVMA accredited college of veterinary medicine are not required to submit Graduate Record Examination (GRE) results to the Graduate School. A minimum enrollment of 6 hours during regular sessions and 3 in summer session is required. Residents living in the state of Washington are exempt from out-of-state tuition, but must pay regular graduate tuition and fees. The Resident's continued participation in the program will be subject to annual review and renewal by the surgery faculty.
 

Course Work Required:
STAT 512 Analysis of Variance of Designed Experiments or VPh 505 Analysis of Biomedical
Experiments
VM 581 Advanced Neurology
VM 582 Seminar in Clinical Medicine - 4 semesters
VM 589 Advanced Anesthesia
VM 593 Advanced Orthopedic Surgery
VM 594 Advanced Soft Tissue Surgery
VM 596 Advanced Radiology
 

Recommended Courses:
Zool 480 Writing in Biology
VMic 548 Seminars in Experimental Pathology
P/T 506 Principles of Pharmacology
(Pharmacology and Toxicology)
VPa 542 Advanced Diagnostic Pathology
VM 589 Advanced Clinical Medicine (Oncology)
VM 595 Advanced Laboratory Diagnosis
 

Remaining Course Work:
Remaining course work will adhere to the guidelines outlined in the departmental Graduate Manual and the advice of the candidate's graduate committee.

Duties and Responsibilities of Small Animal Surgical Resident
See handout of clinical duties from small animal surgery faculty.
a. Graduate Student Responsibilities
(1) Every Resident is also a graduate student. Residents will be expected to take 6 credits of graduate courses in the spring and fall semesters, and 3 credits in summer semester. The time spent in graduate courses will be regarded as off-clinic time.
(2) During the first year, the Resident should decide on a research project and major advisor, apply for extramural and/or intramural funding, and select a graduate committee (20% time off clinics).
(3) During the second year, the Resident will perform the research project and have at least two meetings with the graduate committee (40% time off clinics).
(4) During the 3rd year, the Resident will be chief of the orthopedic and soft tissue service for approximately 15 weeks each. He/she will also be expected to complete his/her master's thesis and submit an abstract to ACVS for presentation (40% time off-clinics).
 
b. Surgery Log
In accordance with the American College of Veterinary Surgeons requirements, the Resident will keep an up-to-date surgery log which will be submitted to the ACVS for approval each year he/she is in the residency program. The surgery log must be reviewed and signed by the Resident advisor before it is submitted.

c. Continuing Education Courses
Residents can attend the ASIF Basic or Advanced Orthopedic course the first year and a meeting of their choice the second and third years. Attendance will depend on scheduling arrangements within the surgery section. Four hundred fifty dollars ($450) per year is provided by the clinical department for any Resident who presents a paper at a meeting. Attendance at professional meetings is regarded as off-clinic time.

d. Anesthesiology, Radiology, Internal Medicine and Pathology Requirements for ACVS
The ACVS has a requirement of 80 hours of anesthesiology, radiology, internal medicine and pathology with a person boarded in that specialty. The radiology requirement can be completed by attending radiology rounds (8:00 a.m. every morning). The Resident should keep a log of the hours he/she attends. The anesthesiology and internal medicine requirements can be completed by a 2 week rotation in each section or attendance in seminars, courses of emergency cases organized by an ACVIM or ACVA Diplomate. The pathology requirement can be completed by, A) reviewing slides with a clinical pathologist, or B) the pathology component of the master's project, if applicable.

e. Publication
An applicant for ACVS certification must be a senior author on an accepted or published manuscript in a scientific journal as outlined in the ACVS information brochure. Residents are, therefore, expected to fulfill this requirement by submission of at least one article to an approved journal prior to the end of their program. Residents are highly encouraged to publish case reports and reviews during their 3 year program.
 

7. Clinical Neurology and Neurosurgery Residency/Graduate Program
The Department of Clinical Sciences, Washington State University, College of Veterinary Medicine offers a clinical residency and combined graduate studies program in clinical neurology and neurosurgery. The major emphasis of this program is to provide the candidate with training suitable for board certification by the American College of Veterinary Internal Medicine, subspecialty of neurology. Clinical Residency: The clinical residency is based upon guidelines set forth by the ACVIM (see ACVIM, General Information Guide). The program is three years in length which includes 75 weeks of clinical neurology, 5 weeks of neuroradiology and neuropathology, 4 weeks of general surgical training , and 10 - 20 weeks of internal medicine training. The clinical faculty includes 1 board-certified neurologist, 3 board-certified internists, 3 board-certified surgeons, and 5 board certified-radiologists. Training includes both large and small animal evaluations.
 
Graduate Training:
The Resident is required to complete an MS degree concurrently with the clinical residency. Course work required depends upon the applicant's level of expertise and training. The clinical neurology residency at Washington State University, College of Veterinary Medicine was established with its major objective to provide applied clinical training in the discipline of veterinary neurology. This program is based upon guidelines established by the American College of Veterinary Internal Medicine, subspecialty of neurology ( ACVIM General Information Guide, October 1, 1991).

Course Work Required
VM 589 Advanced Clinical Neurology
VM 582 Faculty/Resident Seminar
STAT 412 Statistics
 

a. Objectives
(1) The neurology residency has two primary objectives.
a) To provide the candidate with the training necessary to satisfy the residency training criteria leading toward qualification for Board certification by the American College of Veterinary Internal Medicine, subspecialty of Neurology as well as providing the candidate with the knowledge sufficient to successfully complete the examination process.
b) To provide graduate training leading toward a graduate degree in either clinical or basic neuroscience.

(2) These objectives will be obtained through completion of the following:
a) Developing comprehensive, state-of-the-art proficiency in comparative neurology and neurosurgery.
b) Developing a broad knowledge of the related disciplines of animal behavior, internal medicine, radiology, surgery, ophthalmology and pathology.
c) Acquiring knowledge in basic neuroscience
d) Developing clinical diagnostic skills
e) Acquiring knowledge of professional communication with clients, peers, and colleagues
f) Contributing new knowledge to the field of neurology by completion of a clinical or basic science research project
g) Learning teaching skills through both clinical and didactic teaching
 

b. Qualifications and Application
The residency program is open to all individuals possessing the following qualifications:
(1) A DVM/VMD or equivalent doctor of veterinary medicine degree from an approved veterinary school
(2) Completion of, or in the process of satisfactorily completing, a one year rotating internship or equivalent postgraduate clinical experience
(3) Having a demonstrated interest and aptitude in neurology
(4) Possess the desire to complete the objectives of this program
 
c. Residency structure
(1) Location
The majority of the clinical training will occur at the Veterinary Teaching Hospital College of Veterinary Medicine, Washington State University, Pullman, Washington. Opportunity for rotations outside of this hospital may be scheduled at the discretion of the program coordinator and the candidate after department chair approval.
(2) Residency Committee
A residency committee will be formed within the first three months of the program and will consist of at least 3 individuals. The committee chairman and major advisor will be a supervising board certified neurologist. The other 2 individuals will be clinical faculty (one from a related clinical discipline) chosen by the candidate and approved by the department chair. The residency committee will meet at least every six months to assess progress during the residency and provide both a written and verbal evaluation to the candidate in a timely manner. Also, objectives for the following six months will be established. This committee may also supervise the graduate program. If an additional committee is needed to supervise the graduate program, the supervising diplomate of the residency must be a member of this committee.  The residency committee and the Resident will work jointly to prepare an adequate residency program centered upon the experience, needs and objectives of the Resident. This training program must be compatible with the teaching, service, and research mission of the department.
 

(3) Evaluation
The Resident will be evaluated in the following areas:
a) Acquired knowledge
b) Professional communication skills and conduct
c) Clinical diagnostic skills
d) Ability to work with others
e) Attendance
f) Writing skills
g) Teaching
h) Completion of a graduate studies program
The Resident's performance will be critically reviewed by the residency committee and department chair every six months. If the Resident receives an unsatisfactory review during any of these time periods, a probationary period of a minimum of one and a maximum of six months will be extended. If the Resident does not show adequate improvement during this probationary period, then his/her program will be terminated.
 

(4) Description of the Program
The clinical residency in neurology at WSU is a three year program. The following general outline is provided.
 
Year 1
Register
Clinical Neurology Service Rotations 32 weeks
Radiology 4 weeks
Pathology 2 weeks
Internal Medicine 4 weeks
Graduate Studies/Research 8 weeks
Vacation 2 weeks
 

Year 2
Clinical Neurology Service Rotations 24 weeks
Pathology 4 weeks
Internal Medicine 4 weeks
Graduate Studies/Research 17 weeks
Vacation 3 weeks
 

Year 3
Clinical Neurology Service Rotation 24 weeks
Clinical Neurology Service Rotations
(Chief Resident) 8 weeks
Internal Medicine 2 weeks
Graduate Studies/Research/Board
Review 14 weeks
Vacation 4 weeks
 

8. Small Animal Medicine Graduate Training
Residency/graduate program in small animal internal medicine. The residencies and internships provided at Washington State University meet the criteria as defined by the American College of Veterinary Internal Medicine. The internship is designed to provide post-DVM instruction and experience in small animal medicine, surgery, anesthesiology, clinical pathology, and radiology. The residency program is administered by three board certified internists, an oncologist, one neurologist, one ophthalmologist, and one exotic animal specialist. The residency/graduate program is a three year program. Successful completion of the residency should enable the candidate to be eligible to take the certifying examination. A master's degree will be obtained simultaneously with the residency. The master's graduate degree will be awarded through the Department of Veterinary Clinical Sciences. Under some circumstances the degree may be awarded through Veterinary Comparative Anatomy, Pharmacology, and Physiology, or Veterinary Microbiology and Pathology. The master's degree committee must be composed of member(s) within the small animal medicine section and other sections.
 

Major course work:
VMS 589 - Advanced Clinical Medicine, Neuroanatomy, Advanced Laboratory Diagnosis,
Advanced Neurological Techniques, Oncology, Dermatology/Ophthalmology/Exotics
VMS 582 - Faculty/Resident Seminar
VMS 595 - Advanced Laboratory Diagnosis
VMS 591 - 
VMS 596 - Advanced Radiology
Stat 412 - Statistics

Supporting course work:
VM 591 - Theriogenology, Radiation Oncology, Endoscopy, Advanced Large Animal Medicine
VM 594 - Surgery (Lecture and Lab), Anesthesiology
VM 600 - Disease Investigation
Stat 512 - Statistics
 

Additional courses:
VM 700 - Master's thesis
VM 587 - Hospital Rotation (max. 6 credit hrs.)
 

9. Radiology Residency/Graduate Training
The Department of Veterinary Clinical Sciences offers conjoint post-graduate and residency training in radiology. Residents will be enrolled in the Graduate School and as Residents-in-training with the American College of Veterinary Radiology. Candidates completing the program are eligible to obtain a master of science or doctor of philosophy degree in veterinary science and will be eligible for ACVR board certification. Individual graduate programs can be tailored to meet the specific interests of candidates but must meet the criteria established by the Graduate School and the Department of Veterinary Clinical Sciences for the MS or PhD degree. Special emphasis will be given to the selection of courses depending on the candidate's interests, that is, diagnostic radiology, alternate imaging, nuclear medicine and radiation therapy. Courses may be selected from departmental listings but selection of interdepartmental courses is encouraged. Candidates are referred to the American College of Veterinary Radiology for eligibility criteria for examination and are responsible for submission of all documentation required by that body. The program in radiology meets the ACVR requirements for residency training. As such, the program requires participation in daily film reading rounds, scheduled clinical seminars, supervised clinical duties in radiology, and out-of-hours and emergency duty. Continuation in the program is based on the participant's performance and progress evaluated at the end of each year. Individuals admitted to a residency program in radiology will be considered as candidates for certification by the American College of Veterinary Radiology. The program is based around the Doctor of Philosophy degree.
 

Major course work
VPa 545 Mech of Disease 5
Bact 570 Adv Immunology 3
VPa 544 Immunopathology 3
VMS 589 Radiation Physics 2
VMS 589 Radiation Biology 2
VMS 596 Adv Radiology 2
PT 511 Adv Topics Pharmoc 2
VPa 542 Adv Diag Pathology 1
VMS 591 Clinical Radiology 3
VMS 595 Adv Lab Diag I 2
VMS 591 Adv Clin Diag 2
VMS 582 Seminar (3 semesters) 3

Supporting course work
CPTS 405 Computer Systems 3
Transfer Credit
MMV 6677 Sem de recherche 2
MSD 6061 Intro biostat 3
MMV 6677 Biochem Medic Vet 3
MEV 6632 Radiolg avancee 3
MEV 6631 Chirurgie Sp Peitis Am 2

Additional Work
Doctor's Research Thesis, and/or Examination
VMS 800 Doctor's Research/Thesis 26
Total credits for program 72
 

10. Theriogenology Residency/Graduate Program
General Training Objectives:
The primary objective of the theriogenology training program is to provide a clinical training in domestic animal reproduction and research training in a specific aspect of reproduction.
 

Programs Available:
The combined residency/graduate program leads to a three year MS or five to six year PhD degree. Formal course work and clinical training are designed to provide the requirements for the degree selected and preparative training for certification by the American College of Theriogenologists.
 

Faculty:
The theriogenology faculty consist of 3 board-certified theriogenologists. Faculty engaged in teaching and research related to reproduction at WSU and University of Idaho are members of the "Interdisciplinary Graduate Program in Reproductive Biology". This program provides a unique opportunity to graduate students to participate in collaborative research projects and seminar series organized by the program.
 

Recommended Courses
VPh 538 Neuroendocrinology
VPa 545 Mechanisms of Disease
AS 550 Advanced Reproduction
AS 551 Endocrine Physiology
AS 556 Embryo Transfer in Domestic Animals
AS 573 Advanced Dairy Management
VM 577 Advanced Theriogenology
AS 588 Perspectives in Biotechnology
VMS 591 Comparative Theriogenology
STAT 421 Statistics
STAT 512 Experimental Design
 

11. Equine Medicine Program: MS Program
The Department of Veterinary Clinical Sciences, College of Veterinary Medicine, conducts graduate training for post-DVM graduate students in the equine medicine section. The section consists of three faculty with expertise in the diagnosis and treatment of medical conditions in the horse. Cases are referred to this section from practicing veterinarians in the Pacific Northwest and Canada. The section works closely with the equine surgery section to manage difficult and challenging cases referred to the Veterinary Teaching Hospital. Faculty in this section also collaborate with basic science faculty in Veterinary Comparative Anatomy and Physiology and Pathobiology on clinically related research, with a strong emphasis on exercise physiology. The program consists of clinical training in internal medicine and its application to equine diseases, research, and graduate course work leading to an MS in veterinary science.
 

Training for Board Certification
The equine medicine Resident training program is approved by the American College of Veterinary Internal Medicine. One of the goals of this program is to prepare the Resident for the American College of Veterinary Internal Medicine certifying examination.
 

Course Work Required
STAT 412 Biometry (3)
VPA 545 Mechanisms of Disease (5)
VPH 555 Cellular Physiology (4)
VPH 557 Advanced Mammalian Physiology (4)
VMS 591 Advanced Large Animal Medicine (1)
VMS 595 Advanced Laboratory Diagnosis (2)
VMS 598 Faculty Resident Seminar (4)
Total ................ (23)
 

Recommended (Optional) Courses
STAT 512 Experimental Design (3)
VMS 509 Analysis of Epidemiology (2)
VMS 589 Advanced Neurology (2)
Dermatology/Ophthalmology/Exotics (1)
Oncology (1)
Neuroanatomy (1)
Exercise Physiology (1)
VMS 591 Radiation Oncology (1)
Theriogenology (2)
Endoscopy (2)
VMS 593 Advanced Large Animal Surgery (3)
VMS 594 Advanced Small Animal Surgery (3)
Anesthesiology (2)
VMS 596 Advanced Radiology (2)
VMS 600 Disease Investigation(?)
VPH 535 Pathophysiology of Blood (3)
VMIC 537 Virology (3)
VPA 542 Immunopathology (3)
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12. Anesthesiology
Program Description:
Goals and Objectives: The objectives of the anesthesiology residency program are to:
1) provide in-depth training, under the supervision of board certified individuals, in problem solving, instrumentation, and patient management as applied to patients requiring anesthesia; 2) allow the resident to satisfy requirements for board qualification and certification as set forth by the American College of Veterinary Anesthesiology (ACVA); 3) fulfill course and research (thesis) requirements toward an advanced academic degree (usually a master of science degree); 4) promote the development of communication skills, written and verbal (lectures, rounds, publications), in order to convey ideas and concepts to other members of the veterinary profession and the general public; 5) promote the development of the resident's instructional skills by preparing and delivering didactic lectures to, and participating in the clinical training of, professional students. Individuals completing the residency/graduate program should be qualified to compete for academic positions, positions in specialty private practices, or positions in allied medical fields. Residents will be chosen from applicants who have at least 12 months post DVM experience. While completion of a recognized internship program is not a requirement, it may be favorably considered by the selection committee.
 

Degrees Offered:
M.S. and Ph.D. The M.S. degree may be required before initiation of a Ph.D. program. This requirement can be determined by the Student’s Graduate Committee
 

Faculty:
RD Keegan, DVM, Diplomate ACVA, Associate Professor, Anesthesia Section Head
SA Greene, DVM, MS, Diplomate ACVA, Associate Professor
MM McEwen, BVSc, Diplomate ACVA, Clinical Assistant Professor
 

Research Emphasis:
Pain and Analgesics, Cardiovascular Effects of Anesthetics and Sedatives, BiSpectral Index
Monitoring during Anesthesia, Mechanisms of Anesthesia and Analgesia
Funding Sources, Current and Traditional:
Morris Animal Fund, Pharmaceutical Company Funding, American Quarter Horse Association
 

Course Offerings:
VM 593 Pain and Analgesics
VM 583 Advanced Anesthesia
VM 650 Anesthesia Rotation
 

Recent Graduate Students

Leslie Smith, Resident MS, DACVA, Clinical Assistant Professor, University of Wisconsin

David Rankin, Resident MS, DACVA, Staff Anesthesiologist, Wisconsin Veterinary Referral Center, Waukesha, WI

Cholowat Pacharansak, Resident MS, PhD Student, UCLA School of Medicine

Wei Chen Kuo, Resident MS, Clinical Assistant Professor, Purdue University

Suggested Courses for Consideration for a Program of Study:
Vet Science Anesthesiology: Sample M.S. program
AS 440 -Physiology of domestic animals (3)
P/T 507 Pharmacodynamics (5)
VMS 582 Seminar (1)
P/T 510 Pharmacokinetics (2)
VPh 592 Research topics in Physiology (2)
VMS 589 Advanced Clinical Anesthesia (2)
VM 593 Pain & Analgesics (2)
P/T 511 Advanced Pharmacology (2)
VM 582 Seminar (2) (over three years)
BIOM 412 Biometry (3)
BIOM 512 Experimental Design (3)
VM 700 Master’s Thesis (7) (total over three years)

13.  Cardiology
Program Description:
Goals and Objectives:
The major objective of this four-year program is to train specialists in veterinary cardiology and to prepare them to successfully obtain board certification in the specialty of cardiology of the American College of Veterinary Internal Medicine. This goal will be achieved through a training environment that provides a close working relationship with senior faculty; group rounds; guidance in board preparation including journal club, textbook review, and ECG reading; and an abundance of cases. The program will also provide experience for the resident in both clinical and classroom teaching. Additionally, the program mandates graduate course work with successful completion of a Masters or PhD Degree. The graduate program is a requirement for all residents at Washington State University and will not interfere with the clinical training and case management expected of the resident. Graduate work taken includes courses in statistics, mechanisms of disease, pharmacology, research seminar, and independent research and study. After completion of the residency training program in cardiology at WSU, the trainee will be qualified for a career in academic clinical cardiology or specialty practice.
 

The objectives of Ph.D. training in Veterinary Sciences when combined with a residency program is to prepare the candidate as an independent investigator and for board certification in the specialty of cardiology. To achieve the requirements of the Ph.D. the candidate must complete 72 semester hours of research training of which 34 hours must be graduate level course work. The candidate’s research must culminate in the publication of two research articles in high quality journals. For candidate’s that receive a mentored clinical scientist’s award (K08) a limited period (2 years) of 75% commitment to research must be assured. Although there is no dictated formula for the ratio of research to clinical training time, in order to achieve a balance between the two training programs the demands of one portion must increase as the demand of the other decrease. For example a typical five-year training program could be achieved by research to clinical training time percent ratios of:
year 1- 75/25, year 2-75/25, year 3-50/50, year 4-25/75, year 5-25/75 OR
year 1- 75/25, year 2-65/35, year 3-50/50, year 4-35/65, year 5-25/75.
 

Degrees Offered:
M.S. and Ph.D. The M.S. degree may be required before initiation of a Ph.D. program. This requirement can be determined by the Student’s Graduate Committee
 

Faculty:
O. Lynne Nelson, DVM, MS, Diplomate ACVIM (Internal Medicine & Cardiology)
Auburn University, BS 1985, Wildlife Biology
Auburn University, DVM 1990, Doctor of Veterinary Medicine
Iowa State University, MS 1996, Veterinary Clinical Sciences
Iowa State University, Diplomate ACVIM 1996, Internal Medicine
Iowa State University, Diplomate ACVIM 1998, Cardiology
 

Employment:
1990 Associate Veterinarian, Cheyenne Pet Clinc, Cheyenne, WY
1991 Associate Veterinarian, Collierville Animal Clinic, Collierville, TN
1992-93 Associate Veterinarian, Briarcliff Animal Clinic, Atlanta, GA
1993-96 Residency in Small Animal Internal Medicine, Iowa State University, Ames, IA.
1995-97 Residency in Cardiology, Iowa State University, Ames, IA
1997-99 Assistant Professor, Iowa State University, Ames, IA
1997-98 Part-time appointment, Veterinary Physiology and Pharmacology, Iowa State University
1999-0 Associate Veterinarian, Southwest Internal Medicine Specialists, Tucson, AZ
Presently Assistant Professor, Washington State University, Pullman, WA
 

Scientific Publications/Journals
Nelson OL, McEwen MM, Robbins CT, et al. Cardiac function in active and hibernating grizzly bears. JAVMA, In p
Nelson OL, Andreasen CA, Ware WA, et al. The role of plasma D-dimer measurement to detect pathologic thromboembolic disease in the dog. J Vet Int Med. In press.
Nelson OL, Karsten E, Bentjen SA, Mealey K. Ivermectin toxicity in an Australian Shepherd dog with the MDR1 m associated with ivermectin sensitivity in Collies, accepted, in press JAVIM.
Nelson OL, Reidesel E, Ware WA, et al. Echocardiographic and radiographic changes associated with systemic hypertension in cats. J Vet Intern Med 2002;16:418-425.
Nelson OL. Current concepts in feline heartworm disease. Adv Sm Ani Med Surg 2002;15(10): 1-2.
Nelson OL. Cardiac auscultation skills. Adv Sm Ani Med Surg 2002;15(10): 2.
Nelson OL. Enalapril for the prevention of congestive heart failure. Adv Sm Ani Med Surg 2002;15(10): 2-3.
Nelson OL, Jergens AE, Miles KG. Gastric emptying in healthy dogs fed a standard kibble ration as assessed by impregnated polyethylene spheres. JAAHA 2001;(5):44-52.
Corti LA, Merkley DA, Nelson OL. A retrospective review of patent ductus arteriosus occlusion with a hemoclip: 20 JAAHA, July 2000.
Swainson S, Nelson OL, Miles KG. Mediastinal Parathyroid Cyst in a Cat. Vet Radiol and Ultrasound; 41:41-43, 20
Nelson OL, Goldman EE. Coughing dogs with heart murmurs. Vet Forum; May 1999.
Nelson OL, Jergens AE, Miles KG. The use of barium-impregnated polyethylene spheres to document delayed ga emptying in two dogs. Vet Med; 984-998, Nov. 1996.
 

Abstracts:
Nelson OL, McEwen MM, Robbins CT, et al. Cardiac function in grizzly bears- preliminary results, in Proceedings. Annu NW-CWCR Conference 2002;12-14.
Nelson OL, Andreasen CA. The use of a plasma D-Dimer assay to detect thromboembolic disease in the dog, in Proceedings. 20th Annu ACVIM Forum 2002;809.
Nelson OL, Andreasen CA*. D-dimer titers in pathologic thromboembolic disease in a group of dogs. World Assoc Veterinary Laboratory Diagnostics International Symposium, Parma Italy 2001 (*present)
Nelson OL, Andreasen CA, Ware WA, et al. The role of plasma D-dimer measurement to detect pathologic thromboembolic disease in the dog. J Vet Int Med 2000.
Nelson OL, Reidesel E, Ware WA. Echocardiographic and radiographic changes associated with systemic hypert in cats. J Vet Int Med, 1999.
Nelson OL, Jergens AE, Miles KG. Use of barium-impregnated spheres (BIPS) to assess drug-induced gastrokine healthy dogs. Vet Radiol 36:359; 1995.
Nelson OL, Jergens AE, Miles KG, et al. The gastrokinetic effects of erythromycin cisapride and metaclopramide in healthy dogs. J Vet Intern Med; 9:195; 1995.
 

Books and Book Chapters:
Nelson OL. Veterinary Cardiology. The Practical Veterinarian Series. Boston, MA: Butterworth and Heinemann. 20 ISBN 0-7596-7298-6
Nelson OL. Pulmonary Parenchymal Diseases. In: Morgan RV,ed. Handbook of Small Animal Practice, 4th ed. Philadelphia, PA: Harcourt Health Sciences, 2002; pp 172-189.
 

Research Emphasis:
Heart failure mechanisms and heart function adaptations in disease and altered metabolic states
Funding Sources, Current and Traditional:
Morris Animal Foundation 1999-2001
WSU CVM Intramural Grant Program 2002-2003
WSU CVM Intramural Grant Program 2003-2004
 

Course Offerings:

Appendix
AMERICAN COLLEGE OF VETERINARY INTERNAL MEDICINE
RESIDENCY TRAINING PROGRAM REGISTRATION
NOTICE: Some questions in this form are included for data collection purposes. The inclusion of an item does not imply that the item is a program requirement for ACVIM. Please refer to the current General Information Guide (GIG) for exact residency training requirements. The most current version of the GIG is available on the ACVIM website at www.acvim.org. 
 

Part 1 – To Be Completed by all ACVIM Residency Training Programs
Date: 07-15-2002
Program Director:
O. Lynne Nelson, DVM, MS, Diplomate ACVIM (IM &
Cardiology)
(Must be a Diplomate of ACVIM, in any specialty.)
Program Director’s Contact Information:
Work Phone:
509-335-0711
Fax: 509-335-0880
E-mail: olnelson@vetmed.wsu.edu
Program being registered: CARDIOLOGY
1. Location of Training Program:
Primary Site: Veterinary Teaching Hospital
Department Veterinary Clinical Sciences- Cardiology
Hospital/University Washington State University
P.O. Box
Pullman, WA 99164 USA
City, State Zip Country

Secondary Site (If applicable):
none
Department
Hospital/University
Address
City, State Zip Country
 

2. Length of Training Program:
3-6 years (MS or PhD)
3. Advanced Degree:
Yes No Optional
Masters: x
PhD: x
Comments: Advanced degrees are supported and encouraged. Master’s degrees will be in the Clinical Sciences, PhD (in Veterinary Science) will be supported through the department of Veterinary Comparative Anatomy, Physiology and Pharmacology.
There is a precedent for clinical residency/ PhD programs in Internal Medicine and Neurology disciplines.
 

4. Resident Advisor(s):
(Must be Diplomate(s) in the specialty and species of the program being registered.)
O. Lynne Nelson, DVM, MS, Diplomate ACVIM (IM & Cardiology)
 

5. Supervising Diplomates:
(Must be Diplomates in the specialty and species of the program being registered.)
O. Lynne Nelson, DVM, MS, Diplomate ACVIM (IM & Cardiology)
 

6. Please list all Diplomates of ACVIM responsible for supervision of clinical training
who are specialists in areas other than the program being registered. If off-site, please
explain the situation, and the method of providing direct contact with the resident.
Rance Sellon, ACVIM
Katrina Mealey, ACVIM & Clinical Pharmacology
Rodney Bagley, ACVIM- Neurology
Linda Martin, ACVECC
Steve Martinez, ACVS
James Lincoln, ACVS
Bonnie Campbell, ACVS
Debra Sellon, ACVIM, Equine
Melissa Hines, ACVIM, Equine
Steve Parish, ACVIM, Food animal
George Barrington, ACVIM, Food animal
Janean Fidel ACVIM (oncology)
 

7. Please list all Diplomates of the American College of Veterinary Pathology in the areas of clinical pathology or gross/histopathology associated with residency training. If off-site, please explain the situation, and the method of providing direct contact with the resident. Clinical Pathology: Andrea Bohn, Jane Wardrop Pathology: Steve Hines, Timothy Baszler, Donald Knowles, Terry McElwain, Guy Palmer, Kathleen Potter, Timothy Walsh
 

8. Please list all Diplomates of the American College of Veterinary Radiology associated with residency training. If off-site, please explain the situation, and the arrangements for direct contact with the resident.
Patrick Gavin, ACVR
Russell Tucker, ACVR

John Mattoon, ACVR

Gregory Roberts, ACVR

9. Please list the Diplomates available for consultation in the areas of dermatology, surgery, ophthalmology, anesthesiology, emergency/critical care, clinical nutrition, clinical pharmacology, and/or theriogenology. If off-site, please explain the situation and the arrangements provided for contact with the resident.
Margie McEwen, Board eligible- anesthesia
Robert Keegan, Anesthesia
Steve Green, Anesthesia
Linda Martin, ACVECC
Katrina Mealey, Clinical Pharmacology
Ahmed Tibary, Theriogenology
Mushtaq Memon, Theriogenology
 

10. Does the resident participate in clinical rounds on a daily basis while on clinical
rotations? Is a supervising Diplomate available for the majority of rounds? If no, please
describe how rounds are attended and supervised.
Yes No
X
Comments:
 

11. Are formal conferences, such as clinicopathologic conferences, journal clubs, or seminars held on a weekly basis? Yes X  No
Comments: Weekly pathology case rounds
Weekly house officer case rounds
Weekly Faculty/ Resident Seminar Series
Bi-weekly physiology reviews or text reviews
 

12. Please provide a description of the conferences, etc., that are provided and the typical schedule.
Proposed clinical schedule:
Daily: Ward rounds and case management and cardiology consultations
Monday/Tuesday: Physiology review courses (cardiopulmonary) or Cardiology book
review with Dr. Nelson.
Wednesday: Attend Seminar Series Course
Thursday: pathology case rounds when appropriate
Friday: House officer case rounds (at least two Fridays per month are cardiology cases);
Cardiology Journal review

13. Is the resident required to give one or more formal presentations at a conference or in an educational setting on a yearly basis? Yes X No
Comments: The resident is expected to participate in the seminar series course and present a state-of-the-art topic in research or review at least once per year for a 6 year program or twice per year for a three year program.  Presentation of research at a scientific meeting may also be expected.

14. How many major veterinary medical or medical meetings is each resident able to or expected to attend during his/her training program? None One Two > Two X
Comments: The resident will attend ACVIM (a minimum of 2 times) and a major human cardiology conference (1-2 times)
 

15. Does the training program require a research project? Please indicate the number of research projects required. Yes No Optional Number X 1 or >
Comments: The project chosen will depend upon the resident’s interest and graduate program (MS vs. PhD).
 

16. Are one or more publications required as part of the training program? Yes No Number X 1 or >
Comments: This will likely be related to the project/s above or may be retrospective in
some cases.
 

17. Please indicate the availability of the following facilities or equipment. Indicate if these are available at the primary training site, or at a different location. For facilities that are not on-site, please describe the situation and availability in the space at the end of this section. Available? On-Site? Yes No Yes No
a) Standard radiological equipment x x
b) Ultrasonographic equipment x x
c) Color flow/Doppler equipment x x
d) Cardiac catheterization capability x x
e) Endoscopy equipment
GI equipment x x
Bronchoscopy x x
Cystoscopy x x
Rhinoscopy x x
Laparoscopy x x
f) Clinical Pathology capabilities: x x
(includes CBC, serum chemistries, blood gases,
urinalysis, cytology, parasitology, microbiology,
and endocrinology)
g) Serum osmolality measurement x x
h) Colloid oncotic pressure measurement x x
i) Electrocardiography x x
j) Blood Pressure Measurement x x
k) Electroencephalography x x
l) Electromyography x x
m) Brainstem Auditory Evoked Response Equipment x x
n) Nuclear Medicine x x
o) Computed Tomography x x
p) Magnetic Resonance Imaging x x
q) Radiation Therapy Facility x x
r) Veterinary Library w/Literature Searching Capabilities x x
s) Computerized Medical Records w/Searching Capabilities x x
t) Medical Library w/Literature Searching Capabilities x x
u) Intensive Care Facility – 24 hours x x
v) Urethral pressure profile & cystometrography x x
w) Hemodialysis capability x
x) Total parenteral nutrition capability x x
If any of the above equipment or facilities are available off-site, please explain how the resident can access them for case management, research, or study.

18. Please list the residents who have completed the training program within the last five years, including the year that each individual’s training program ended. If at all possible, please provide an address, and any information you have on the status of each individual with respect to the board certification process.
 

Cardiology program
Part 2 – To Be Completed by all Specialty of Cardiology
Residency Training Programs
1. Is this a conforming or a nonconforming residency training program? (If the program is nonconforming, then the applicant and/or Program Director must submit a program description for approval. Please refer to the most recent General Information Guide for requirements.)
Conforming x
Nonconforming
 

Description of Nonconforming Program:
2. Please list cardiology resident(s) training in this program. Resident Beginning Date ACVIM Cardiology Advisor O. Lynne Nelson
**Please note, any candidate that significantly changes or alters their residency training program before completion must notify ACVIM, in writing, before the changes are made to ensure that the proposed changes are approved. Significant changes could include, but are not limited to, transferring from one program to another, alterations in program duration, switching to a ‘dual board’ program, or enrolling in an institutional graduate program.
 

3. Are candidates selected through the matching program? Yes No x
 

4. Please list persons who have completed your residency training program and are Diplomates of ACVIM, Specialty of Cardiology.
Name Date Residency Completed
New Program

5. Length of conforming residency training program (months) 60 months (clinical training + PhD)

6. Length of nonconforming residency training program (months)

7. Is an internship or equivalent practice required for admission to the residency program? Yes x No

8. Is a graduate program with this program? Yes x No
If yes, is the program required or offered? Required Offered x
a) What degree does the program lead to? MS (Veterinary Clinical Sciences) or PhD (Veterinary Science)
b) What is the approximate time (%) of graduate work? 60% for a combination 6-year PhD program
c) Number of persons in the residency with a degree program? New Cardiology Program
1 medicine resident in program with combination PhD with Department of Veterinary Comparative Anatomy, Physiology and Pharmacology.
1 neurology resident in combination PhD program (VCAPP)
d) Number of persons in the residency without a degree program? 1 medicine resident
9. Please provide a description of the graduate degree program if offered, including the didactic program and inter-relationship with the residency program. The objectives of Ph.D. training in Veterinary Sciences when combined with a residency program is to prepare the candidate as an independent investigator and for board certification in the specialty of cardiology. To achieve the requirements of the Ph.D. the candidate must complete 72 semester hours of research training of which 34 hours must be graduate level course work. The candidate’s research must culminate in the publication of two research articles in high quality journals.
 

PhD Program: Veterinary Sciences
Requirements:
34 hours of graduate level courses:
Biochemistry
Molecular Biology
Physiology
Statistics
Advanced Clinical Cardiology & Medicine Seminar
38 hours research
Clinical Residency: see requirements below
Inter-relation of programs: There is no exact formula but examples may include: for a
typical five-six year training program could be achieved by research to clinical training
time percent ratios of:
Year 1- 100 research, year 2- 75/25, year 3-65/35, year 4-50/50, year 5-35/65,
year 6-25/75 OR Year 1- 25/75, year 2- 35/65, year 3- 50/50, year 4- 65/35, year 5
75/25, year 6-100
10. Is a research project required of each resident in the program?
Yes No
x
11. Approximate time spent in research
60% in combination PhD program
12. Do residents provide patient care with Diplomate supervision?
Yes No
x
13. Please give the approximate total hours that each resident spends in training with:
Radiologists: 200
Clinical Pathologists: 200
Cardiovascular
Physiologists:
750-1000
Cardiac Pathologists: < 3 (no specialized pathologist present)
14. Are outside rotations required or recommended? Please describe the rotations
briefly.
Required: X
Recommended:
At least one rotation with another certified residency training program and at least one
rotation at a human cardiology facility.
15. Briefly describe the diagnostic facilities and equipment, including the following:
a) Radiographic/Catheterization
Yes No
x
Description: Radiography and Fluoroscopy/ catheterization laboratory:
SMALL ANIMAL DIAGNOSTIC SUITE
Philips Bucky Diagnost TH system
Optimus High Frequency 800 Generator
Pre-programmed anatomical programs
Dual Focal spots
Phototimer
Floating Tabletop with footswitch options
Upright column grid for use with tube head
Ceiling suspended overhead
Horizontal bucky capability
SPECIAL PROCEDURES SUITE
Philips Multi-Diagnost 3
All digital C-Arm unit with digital spot imager
Dual monitor
Over the table image intensifier -38 cm in diameter
3 Field sizes
Variable frame rate with up to eight frames per second
Real time digital subtraction
On-line post image processing
Interfaces with a Philips Easy-vision sun station and a laser
imager
b) Ultrasound
Yes No
x
Description: 2- ATL 3000 ultrasound machines:
2-D, M-mode, Spectral and Color Doppler imaging. One
machine is dedicated to the Cardiology Service and has
additional wares such as native tissue harmonics,
contrast imaging, digital movie file acquisition, automated
reporting templates and digital archiving. Various probes,
curved linear 7-4 and 4-2, sector 7-4, 5-3, 3-2, linear 10-
5, 12-5 and trans-esophageal multiplanar 7-4.
c) Electrodiagnostics
Yes No
X
Description: Hewlett Packard M1700A Portable Pagewriter Xli electrocardiograph
with digital storage of ECGs on disk
d) Pathology
Yes No
X
Description:
In 1979, Washington Animal Diagnostic Disease Laboratory (WADDL) was the first laboratory in the western United States to achieve accredited full service laboratory status under the auspices of the American Association of Veterinary Laboratory Diagnosticians. The laboratory has been re-accredited continuously since. WADDL includes a main laboratory located on the Pullman campus, and the Avian Health Laboratory located on the campus of the Western Washington Regional Extension Center in Puyallup, Washington. WADDL provides essential laboratory services in bacteriology, parasitology, pathology, serology, toxicology (through the Analytical Sciences Laboratory, University of Idaho), and virology. The laboratory responds to requests from all 39 counties in Washington, most counties in Idaho and, to a lesser degree, all Pacific Northwest States as well as Alaska and Hawaii. Annual requests for all laboratory services total over 13,600 accessions, resulting in 179,000 laboratory examinations. In addition to providing service to the private sector, the laboratory services the WSU veterinary teaching hospital, university herds and flocks, WSU laboratory animal programs, and the Field Disease Investigation Unit (FDIU). WADDL also provides centralized service for the college by providing electron microscopy and histology support.
e) Library Yes X  No
Description: Complete library is available in the College of Veterinary Medicine. A library with recent text in all modalities is present in the Cardiology Area. Other library facilities at Washington State University include shared facilities with the main campus, College of Engineering Library, College of Education Library and the Libraries of Eastern Washington University, Cheney, Washington and of the University of Idaho, Moscow Idaho. Washington based libraries are available to every faculty, staff and student through web-based link as follows: griffin.wsu.edu. Login:griffin
f) Surgery Yes X No
Description: 5 small animal suites (270 sq ft ea.), 2 large animal suites (625 sq ft ea.)
Philips BV29 C-arm
Mobile fluoroscopy unit
Dual monitors
23 cm field of view
Multidirectional steering
Angiography capabilities
Subtraction
Cine loop
2 surgical lasers: Sharplan 743 CO2, Sharplan 2100 YAG
g) CT / MRI / Nuclear Medicine Yes X  No
Description: COMPUTED TOMOGRAPHY
Philips Mobile Tomoscan M CT Scanner
60 cm gantry diameter
48 degrees Fan angle with continuous motion
384 detector elements
2, 4, 6 scan speeds
360-degree full rotation
2, 3, 5 and 10 mm slice thickness
Sequential scan mode
Reconstruction time 5 seconds
1440 views per seconds deflector sampling rate
Interfaced with 3 M dry laser imager and Philips Easy-vision sun
station workstation
GAMMA SCINTIGRAPHY FACILITY
Stationary General Electric Gamma Camera
Special structural support design to allow for multidirectional control
Starcam 4000I
600xR detector head
Crystal size 388 mm x 508 mm
91 Photo multipliers
3 collimators
Includes cardiac package
MAGNETIC RESONANCE FACILITY
Philips Gyroscan NT MR scanner
1 Tesla self shielded unit
All current scanning techniques, in all scan planes
40-450 mm Field of view
Adjustable slice thickness, signal slices, slice gap
Auto shim
Dynamic studies and angiography
Surface RF coils, quadrature coils, synergy coil, body coil
Separate workstation for image manipulator, 3-D volume
rendering, etc.
LINEAR ACCELERATOR FACILITY
Electa SL 15 Linear Accelerator
Dual photon energy, 6 and 10 MeV photon energies
4-15 MeV electron energies
Multileaf collimator (MLC)
Upgrade to latest MLC computer control
Prism conformal therapy planning software
h) Retrievable Record System Yes X  No
Description: Paper medical record system at present, plan to convert to electronic record system utilizing Vetstar. Vetstar is presently used as an accounting program and a client/ animal database. Diagnoses are recorded in an electronic database using Mircosoft Access. Records are also linked by system, clinician and service. Records are not purged. Motion Picture Archiving and Communications System (MPACs/echolink): Image acquisition unit: Streaming full-motion digital video, interfaces with video sources, latest MPEG compression technology, user defined protocols and view indexing, 3 seconds to unlimited cine-loop Review Station: Pack back and review of full-motion video, custom patient database and report generation, off-line calculations packages Report System: Customizable report, generated headings and phrases are linked to sentences stored in a diagnostic library. Images can be incorporated into report. Reports/images are easily faxed, printed or e-mailed. Easy desk top retrieval of patient report and data. Archiving: Central archive, 5.2 GB MO media, automatic archiving of digital images linked to report, integrated database for patient tracking. Easy retrieval of patient images.
 

16. Please provide a description of the cardiology residency program, including the recommended didactic program.
Clinical Requirements:
• A minimum if 20 months on Cardiology Service (patient management and rounds, etc)
• 2 weeks minimum rotation a human cardiology facility (University of Washington Medical School, Spokane Heart Center), other meetings as available in Lewiston, Spokane and Seattle areas.
• 1-2 outside rotations with other approved cardiology residency programs
• Cardiology text and Journal reviews
• House officer case rounds
Course Requirements: (Varies depending upon PhD or MS program)
31- 34 semester hours of graduate level courses:
Biochemistry
Molecular Biology
Physiology
Statistics
Advanced Clinical Cardiology & Medicine Seminar
20-40 semester hours of research (MS vs PhD)
17. Please provide a typical weekly schedule.
Clinical Service:
Daily: Ward rounds and primary case management and cardiology consultations
Monday/Tuesday: Physiology review courses (cardiopulmonary) or Cardiology book review with Dr. Nelson.
Wednesday: Attend Seminar Series Course
Thursday: pathology case rounds when appropriate
Friday: House officer case rounds (at least two Fridays per month are cardiology cases); Cardiology Journal review
It is expected that time will be allowed for residents in graduate programs to attend classes
Off Clinical Service:
Daily: Routine assignment for cardiology consultations
Monday/Tuesday: Physiology review courses (cardiopulmonary) or Cardiology book review with Dr. Nelson.
Wednesday: Attend Seminar Series Course
Thursday: pathology case rounds when appropriate
Friday: House officer case rounds (at least two Fridays per month are cardiology cases);
Cardiology Journal review
Plus: Didactic courses, research time, writing and outside rotations
 

18.
Total cardiology caseload per year: 435 in 2002
Number of cardiac catheterizations per year: 34 in 2002
Number of echocardiographic examinations per year: 389 in 2002
Number of Doppler examinations per year: 375 (color or spectral)

14.  Residency and Graduate Program in Veterinary Clinical Pathology
Program Description:
The residency/graduate program in Veterinary Clinical Pathology is designed to prepare the individual for ACVP certification and provide postdoctoral research training. The clinical residency is 3 years in length, and the resident is required to complete a MS degree concurrently with the residency, or be enrolled in a concurrent PhD program. Completion of a PhD usually requires 2-3 years beyond the residency period. The training involves formal coursework, participation in pathology and clinical seminars, participation in the teaching of veterinary professional students, clinical diagnostic duty, and participation in a research project. The resident will rotate clinical diagnostic duty with the clinical faculty, including 2 board certified clinical pathologists. Continuation in the program is based on the participant’s performance and progress, which is evaluated on a yearly basis.
 

Goals and Objectives:
The primary objectives of the Clinical Pathology Training Program are to:
1. Train the resident/graduate student for ACVP board qualification or certification
2. Provide post-doctoral education leading to a master of science (MS) or PhD degree in Veterinary Science. Students pursuing the PhD degree can do so either through the Veterinary Clinical Science Department, or through other departments within the College of Veterinary Medicine. A MS degree is not required before the PhD degree can be initiated.
Degrees Offered:
M.S and Ph.D
Faculty:
Dr. K. Jane Wardrop, DVM, MS, DACVP (clinical pathology)
Research Emphasis:  Hematology/hemostasis, immunohematology and transfusion medicine, immunopathology, toxicology

Dr. Tamara Wills, DVM, MS,
Funding Sources, Current and Traditional:
Graduate students at the PhD level may be responsible for writing NIH training grants to obtain funding. Graduate students at the Master’s level will generally have funding available through CVM intramural grants or outside funding agencies such as the Morris Animal Foundation.
 

Course Offerings:
VMS 587 Hospital Rotation
VMS 591 Advanced Clinical Diagnosis
VMS 595 Advanced Laboratory Diagnosis

Recent Graduate Students:
Dr. Sam Harbo, Battelle Northwest Laboratory, Richland, WA.
Dr. Denise Wunn, diplomate ACVP, IDDEX Veterinary Services, Boston, MA.
Dr. Susan Tornquist, diplomate ACVP, Oregon State University

Dr. Tamara Wills, diplomate ACVP, IDEXX Veterinary Services Portland, OR
 

Suggested Courses for Consideration for a Program of Study (coursework for M.S. shown)
Fall Year 1:
MBIOS 440 Immunology (3)
MBIOS 513 General Biochemistry (3)
VMS 582 Seminars in Clinical Medicine (1) 
VPa 592 Anatomic Pathology Seminar (1)
VMS 591 Advanced Clinical Diagnosis (1)
VPa 548 Introduction to Research (1)
VPa 542 Advanced Diagnostic Pathology (1)

VMS 700 Research 7 credits
 

Spring Year 1:
VPa 545 Mechanisms of Disease (5) 
VMS 587 Hospital Rotation (3) 
MBIOS 514 General Biochemistry (3) 
VPa 592 Anatomic Pathology Seminar (1)
VMS 591 Advanced Clinical Diagnosis (1)
VMS 595 Advanced Laboratory Diagnosis (2) 
VPa 542 Advanced Diagnostic Pathology (1) 

VMS 700 Research 2 credits
 

Fall Year 2:
MBIOS 503 Molecular Biology I (3) 
VPa 544 Immunopathology (3) 
VMS 587 Hospital Rotation (3)
VMS 582 Seminars in Clinical Medicine (1)
VM 700 Research (7)
VMS 591 Advanced Clinical Diagnosis (1) 
 

Spring Year 2:
MBIOS 504 Molecular Biology II (3) 
Stat 412 Biometry (3) 
VM 700 Research (8)
VMS 591 Advanced Clinical Diagnosis (1) 
VMS 595 Advanced Laboratory Diagnosis (2) 
V Mic 592 Advances in Immunobiology (1) 
 

Summer Year 2:
VPa 700 Research 3 credits
 

Fall Year 3:
VM 700 Research (11) 
VPh 505 Design and Analysis of Experiments (4) 
VMS 591 Advanced Clinical Diagnosis (1) 
VMS 582 Seminars in Clinical Medicine (1) 
VMS 600 Independent Study (1)
 

Spring Year 3:
VM 700 Research (14) 
VMS 591 Advanced Clinical Diagnosis (1)
VMS 595 Advanced Laboratory Diagnosis (2)
VMS 600 Independent Study (1)

14.  FDIU Graduate/Resident program – suggested courses
Veterinary Science
VM 505 Infectious Disease Epidemiology (yet to be submitted and approved - RC).
586 Analytic Epidemiology. 2 (1-3) Prereq statistics course. Problem solving methods related to health events and other occurrence phenomena.
VPh 501 Fundamentals of Graduate Research in the Life Sciences. 1 Prereq consent of the instructor. Seminars/discussions of practical issues confronting lifescience researchers with emphasis and overviews of disciplines related to biomedical research. S, F grading.
505 Design and Analysis of Biomedical Experiments. 4 Prereq Math 107, statistics course. Design of experiments with application to clinical and basic biomedical research; choosing, applying, and evaluating appropriate data analysis methods.
545 Experimental Design. 1 (0-2) May be repeated for credit; cumulative maximum 6 hours. Same as Neuro 545. S, F grading.
590 Seminar. 1 May be repeated for credit; cumulative maximum 4 hours. Seminar by advanced graduate students and faculty both in VCAPP and around WSU on their research areas. S, F grading.
VMic 535 Advanced Readings in Veterinary Microbiology. 1 (0-3) May be repeated for credit. Prereq senior in Vet Med or graduate student in Vet S. Supervised reading program which peruses publications of intermediate technical difficulty and advanced textbooks.
562 Molecular Diagnostic Microbiology. 1 (0-3) May be repeated for credit; cumulative maximum 3 hours. Prereq V Mic 541 or c//. Discussion and molecular laboratory for detection and identification of infectious agents for the diagnosis of animal diseases.
V Pa
501 Case-based Learning in Veterinary Pathology. 1 (0-3) to 3 (0-9) Prereq second year Vet Med or DVM degree. Principles of pathophysiology, infectious    disease, laboratory diagnosis, zoonoses, and food safety learned through the development of multistep teaching cases.
545 Mechanisms of Disease. 5 Prereq V M 545P, 537P or Micro 412. Biochemical and immunological mechanisms involved in disease processes from the comparative standpoint.
548 Introduction to Research. 1 Introduction to research.
555 Research in Progress Seminar. 1 May be repeated for credit. Cumulative maximum 8 hours. Presentation of on-going student research project results. Might be alternative to VCS seminar class.
Food Science and Human Nutrition
FSHN 501 Topics in Food Science and Human Nutrition. V 1-3 May be repeated for credit; cumulative maximum 6 hours. Selected topics in food science and technology. Credit not granted for both FSHN 401 and 501.
509 Seminar—Oral. 1 May be repeated for credit. Development of skills and communication tools and techniques for oral presentations of current food science and human nutrition research.
Might be alternative to VCS seminar class.
Molecular Biosciences
MbioS 501 Cell Biology. 3 Prereq MBioS 301, 303. Graduate-level counterpart of MBioS 401; additional requirements. Credit not granted for both MBioS 401 and 501. Cooperative course taught by WSU, open to UI students (Genet/PlSc 550).
503 Molecular Biology I. 3 Prereq MBioS 301, 303. DNA replication and recombination in prokaryotes and eukaroytes; recombinant DNA methods and host/vector systems; genome analysis; transgenic organisms.
504 Molecular Biology II. 3 Prereq MBioS 301, 303. Gene expression and regulation in prokaryotes and eukaryotes, including transcription, RNA processing, and translation; chromatin structure; DNA repair.
506 Molecular Techniques in Microbiology. 3 (1-6) Prereq grad. level biochemistry or molecular biology course or instructor consent. Current molecular biology techniques applied to DNA and protein isolation and characterization: southern and western blots, PCR, PAGE, computer cloning. Cooperative course taught by WSU, open to UI students (MMBB 529).
513 General Biochemistry. 3 Graduate-level counterpart of MBioS 413; additional requirements. Credit not granted for both 413 and 513. Cooperative course taught by WSU, open to UI students (MMBB 541).
514 General Biochemistry. 3 Graduate-level counterpart of MBioS 414; additional requirements. Credit not granted for both 414 and 514. Cooperative course taught by WSU, open to UI students (MMBB 542).
536 Molecular Genetics. 3 Prereq MBioS 513; MBioS 301, 502, or MBioS 302. Biochemical description of genetic processes in microorganisms.
540 Immunology. 4 The immune system at the animal, cellular, and molecular levels. Credit not granted for both MBioS 440 and 540. Cooperative course taught by WSU, open to UI students (MMBB 512).
541 Seminar. 1 May be repeated for credit. Literature reviews and research reports. Might be alternative to VCS seminar class.
543 Advanced Pathogenic Mechanisms. 3 Prereq by interview only. Detailed analysis of microbial virulence factors and host factors involved in infection and infectious disease. Cooperative course taught jointly by WSU and UI (MMBB 562).
550 Basic and Applied Microbial Physiology. 3 Graduate-level counterpart of MBioS 450; additional requirements. Credit not granted for both MBioS 450 and 550 .
552 Environmental Microbiology. 3 Graduate-level counterpart of MBioS 452; additional requirements. Credit not granted for both MBioS 452 and 552.
576 Molecular Biology Techniques I. 1 (0-3) Prereq MBioS 514 or c//. Modern laboratory technique in the sequencing of nucleic acids.
577 Molecular Biology Techniques II. 1 (0-3) Prereq MBioS 514 or c//. Modern laboratory techniques in the use of plasmids as cloning vehicles.
578 Molecular Biology Computer Techniques. V 1 (0-3) to 4 (2-6) May be repeated for credit; cumulative maximum 4 hours. Prereq MbioS 301; MBioS 303 or 513. Computer analysis of nucleic acid sequences and/or protein structure. Cooperative course taught by WSU, open to UI students (MMBB 578). Statistics
Stat 507 Experimental Design. 3 Prereq Stat 512. Methods of constructing and analyzing designs for experimental investigations; analysis of designs with unequal subclass numbers; concepts of blocking randomization and replication; confounding in factorial experiments; incomplete block designs; response surface methodology. Cooperative course taught by UI (Stat 507), open to WSU students.
512 Analysis of Variance of Designed Experiments. 3 (2-2) Prereq Math 360 or Stat 412 or equivalent. Principles of experimental design and analysis and interpretation of data.
514 Nonparametric Statistics. 3 Prereq Stat 512. Conceptual development of basic nonparametric tests including their power and efficiency. C