Professors: A.S. Ahmed; R.J. Avery; D.L. Barber; S.M. Boyle; C.B. Carrig; M.F. Ehrich; P.Eyre; B.F. Feldman; S.D. Forrester; G.F. Fregin; T.J. Inzana; S.A. Johnston; B.S. Jortner; D.S. Kronefeld; M.M. Larson; J.C. Lee; M.S. Leib; R.A. Martin; J.B. Meldrum; H.P. Misra; W.E. Monroe; M.J. Murray; C.J. Pfeiffer; B.J. Purswell; R.L. Pyle; J.L. Robertson; G.G. Schurig; P.K. Shires; M.M. Smith; D.P. Sponenberg; C.D. Thatcher; T.E. Toth; G.C. Troy; G.H. Turnwald; D.R. Waldron; N.A. White II; W.D. Whittier; J.R. Wilcke
Associate Professors: J. Abbott; H.S. Bender; D.J. Blodgett; G.D. Boon; R.V. Broadstone; V.A. Buechner-Maxwell; T. Caceci; M.V. Crisman; J.J. Dascanio; F. Elvinger; L.A. Eng; L.E. Freeman; M.O. Furr; A. Garcia; S.D. Holladay; R.D. Howard; W.R. Huckle; K.D. Inzana; J.D. Jacobson; J.C. Jones; B.G. Klein; C.T. Larsen; D.S. Lindsay; D.M. Moore; D.L. Panciera; K.D. Pelzer; J.P. Pickett; F.W. Pierson; R.S. Pleasant; G.K. Saunders; W.K. Scarratt; B.J. Smith; M.M. Smith; S.A. Smith; N. Sriranganathan; K.E. Sullins, H.M. Suthers-McCabe; Y. Suzuki; W.S. Swecker, Jr.; H.P. Veit; A.M. Zajac
Research Associate Professor: S.R. Craig; W. Eyestone
Assistant Professors: L.L. Donaldson; R.J. Duncan; I.P. Herring; E.P. Hovingh; T. Kaur; O.I. Lanz; Y. H. Lee; X.J. Meng; Z. Ristic; K.E. Saker; S. Witonsky
Clinical Instructors: D.B. Berry; L.J. Bubernik; J.F. Currin; T.O. Manning; W.L. Palmer; E.L. Stimson
Lecturer: L.S. Black
Adjunct Faculty: M.S. Aller; P. Arambulo: S.B. Barker; M.J. Bowen; D.L. Boyd; N. Castagnoli, Jr.; B.M. Dunham; E.J. Gentz; J.M. Gregg; A.W. Hayes; S.R. Jenkins; V. Kok; L.J. Kyle; J. Longstreth; W. McCain; G.G. Meza; K.N. Opengart; B.D. Perry; S.L. Porter; S. Samal; W. Sims; J.M. Shuler; S.J. Stahl; E. Stephenson; M.L. Tilghman; L. Tobias; M.E. Torrence; C.A. Williams; J.H. Williams; D. Wolf
Students desiring admission to the four-year instructional program leading to the D.V.M. degree must show evidence of intellectual ability and achievement, as well as personal preparation for the curriculum and the profession. Because the number of applicants greatly exceeds the number of spaces in entering classes, only those who demonstrate such qualifications to a high degree will be selected. Most entering students will have completed three or more years at an accredited university by the time of matriculation; however, applications will be accepted from students who have completed at least 60 semester hours or 90 quarter hours of university credit by the end of the spring term of the year for which application is being made, and who have a grade point average of at least 2.8 on a four-point scale. Exceptional students with the minimum university course work are encouraged to apply.
College courses with laboratories are required in the following areas: biological sciences, organic chemistry, and physics. An 8-semester-hour or 12-quarter-hour sequence is required for each subject. A one-semester course (3 s.h.) in biochemistry will meet the minimum requirement.
The courses listed as required courses and their prerequisites, along with 6 semester hours or 9 quarter hours of college-level courses in English, mathematics, and humanities/social sciences, form the essential background for the study of veterinary medicine. Many courses contributing to a well-rounded liberal education are of direct value and, although proficiency in the sciences is essential to the understanding of veterinary medicine, concentration on the sciences at the undergraduate level is not essential. Those students who elect to major in disciplines other than the biological sciences, chemistry, or physics may find less difficulty in coping with the basic sciences in veterinary medical school if they have, in addition to the above mentioned required courses, some work in either advanced biology or advanced chemistry. Suggested electives include: biostatistics; cell biology, comparative anatomy, genetics, microbiology, nutrition, physiology, or domestic animal production courses. Since veterinary medicine also is concerned with a variety of social, environmental, and community activities, a broad cultural background as well as a technical education is required. Basic computer skills are highly desirable.
Admissions inquiries should be directed to the individuals listed below:
Dr. Michael J. Reardon Ms. Joyce Bohr Massie Director of Admissions Admissions Coordinator Admissions Office
Virginia-Maryland Regional College of Veterinary Medicine
Virginia Tech, Blacksburg, VA 24061
540/231-4699
E-mail: dvmadmit@vt.edu
Website: http://www.vetmed.vt.edu
Professional program courses leading to the D.V.M. degree carry the veterinary medicine (VM) prefix.
8004: Professional Foundations In Veterinary Medicine
8014: Veterinary Anatomy I
8024: Descriptive Embryology
8034: Veterinary Physiology I
8044: Medical Biochemistry
8054: Veterinary Histology
8064: Veterinary Immunology
8074: Large Animal Husbandry
8084: Veterinary Epidemiology
8094: Clinical Perspectives
8104: Veterinary Neurobiology
8114: Veterinary Anatomy Ii
8124: Veterinary Virology
8134: Veterinary Physiology Ii
8144: Ethology & The Human-Animal Bond
8244: Morphology Of Wild Animals
8234: Fundamentals Of Nutrition Directed Elective
8254 (Vms 5814): Functional Morphology Birds, Reptiles
8264 (Vms 5824): Small Animal Nutrition
8274: Topics In Veterinary Pharmacology
8284: Veterinary Musculoskeletal System
8294: History Of Veterinary Medicine
8304: Veterinary Pathology I
8314: Fundamentals Of Veterinary Pharmacology
8324: Veterinary Parasitology
8334: Veterinary Bacteriology & Mycology
8344: Veterinary Opthalmology
8354: Veterinary Clinical Techniques
8374: Fundamentals Of Theriogenology
8384 (Vms 5834): Food Animal Nutrition
8394 (Vms 5844): Equine Nutrition
8404: Veterinary Pathology Ii
8414: Clinical Pathology
8424: Veterinary Toxicology
8434: Veterinary PUBLIC HEALTH
8444: Veterinary Anesthesiology
8454: Veterinary Clinical Nutrition
8474: Reproductive Pathology
8484: Comparative Anesthesiology
8494 (Vms 5764): Aquatic Medicine/Fish Health
8504: Topics In Ophthalmology
8514 (Vms 6514): Equine Theriogenology
8524: Equine Clinical Problem Solving
8534 (Vms 5564): Introduction To Clinical Research
8544: Veterinary Radiology
8554: General Veterinary Medicine
8574: Food Animal Theriogenology
8585, 8586, 8587: Small Animal Medicine
8594: Wildlife Medicine
8614: Veterinary Gastroenterology
8615, 8616: Food Animal Medicine And Surgery
8624: Veterinary Surgical Principles And Practicals
8644: Urology
8654: Veterinary Neurology
8674: Veterinary Hemolymphatic System
8684 (Vms 6554): Advanced Epidemiology
8685, 8686: Introduction To Clinics
8694: Advanced Small Animal Techniques
8695, 8696: Equine Medicine And Surgery
8754: Veterinary Cardiorespiratory System
8764: Veterinary Dermatology And Endocrinology
8784: Clinical Pharmacology
8804: Complementary Medicine
8984: Special Study
9004: Avian Medicine And Surgery
9014: Advanced Diagnostic Imaging
9034: Advanced Small Animal Surgery
9044: Food Animal Clinical Problem Solving
9054: Food Safety For Veterinarians
9064: Advanced Histopathology
9074: Goat And Sheep Medicine
9084 (Vms 5004): Emerging Infectious Diseases
9094 (Vms 6564): Advanced Veterinary Public Health
9095, 9096 (Vms 5305, 5306): Veterinary Oncology
9104: Practice Management
9114: Toxicology of Poisonous Plants Affecting Livestock
9124: Advanced Equine Theriogenology
9134: Advanced Small Animal Surgery Lab
9144: Problem Solving In Small Animal Medicine
9174: Equine Neonatology & Pediatrics
9184: Advanced Cardiovascular Medicine
9194: Small Animal Dentistry
9204 (Vms 4084): Medical Toxicology
9214 (Vms 6574): Animals And Public Policy
9224: Clinical Applications In Exotic Animal Medicine
9234 (Vms 6584): Veterinary Public Policy
9244 (Vms 6594): International Veterinary Medicine
9254: Small Animal Theriogenology
9404: Specialty Medicine Clerkship
9424: Avian Medicine Elective Clerkship
9434: Small Animal Medicine Clerkship
9454: Veterinary Ophthalmology Elective Clerkship
9464: Radiology Elective Clerkship
9494: Small Animal Therio Clerkship
9504: Large Animal Clinical Services Clerkship
9534: Production Management Medicine Clerkship
9544: Equine Medical Center Elective Clerkship
9554: Lge Animal Clin. Services Elective Clerkship
9564: Food Animal Elective Clerkship
9574: Production Mgt Medicine Elective Clerkship
9584: Small Animal Theriogenology Clerkship
9594: Theriogenology Elective Clerkship
9604: Sm. Ruminant/Pseudoruminant Elec. Clerkship
9614: Small Animal Surgery Clerkship
9624: Anesthesiology Clerkship
9634: Radiology Clerkship
9644: Small Animal Private Practice Clerkship
9654: Small Animal Internal Med. Elective Clerkship
9664: Small Animal Surgery Elective Clerkship
9674: Small Animal Spec. Practice Elective Clerkship
9684: Small Animal Emergency Med. Elective Clerkship
9694: Anesthesiology Elective Clerkship
9704: Clinical Pathology Clerkship
9714: Govt & Corp. Veterinary Medicine Clerkship
9724: Laboratory Services Clerkship
9744: Morphologic Pathology Elective Clerkship
9764: Independent Study Elective Clerkship
9774: Self-Initiated Elective Clerkship
9784: Govt & Corp. Vet. Med. Elective Clerkship
9794: Ctr. For Govt. And Corp. Vet. Medicine Clerkship
9804: Food Animal Private Practice Clerkship
9814: Equine Private Practice Clerkship
9824: Mixed Species Private Practice Clerkship
9834: Equine Theriogenology Clerkship
9844: Food Animal Theriogenology Clerkship
There is no undergraduate major in veterinary medicine offered by the college. The college provides service courses to undergraduate students from the other colleges.
4014: Animal Domestication & Genetic Resources
Considers the process, history, sociology and geography of animal domestication. Includes behavioral, physiologic and morphological changes incurred by domesticated stocks. Examines genetic variability of domestic species, considers breed groups and uniquely adapted breeds. (1H,1C) I.
4024: Diseases Of Poultry
Biology control and prevention of poultry diseases. Taught alternate years. (2H,2C) I.
4034 (BCHM 4034): Environmental Health Toxicology
Health effects associated with the exposure to chemicals, identifying and managing problems of chemical exposure in the work places and the environment, fundamental principles of biopharmaceutics and toxicokinetics, and risk assessment. Emphasis on conceptual understanding of chemical entry into the body, biotransformation, multiple chemical sensitivity, and chemically induced diseases. Identification of nutrient interactions with environmentally induced disorders and to understanding of the mechanisms of such interactions and their influence on human health and welfare. Pre: BIOL 2104 or 3124, and ALS 2304 or BIOL 2406 or BCHM 3114. (3H,3C).
4054: Laboratory Animal Management
This course involves a study of the principle of laboratory animal science, providing the student with a basic understanding of the laws and regulations governing the care and use of animals, husbandry and surgery of a variety of lab animal species, and variables which can adversely affect animal research. Through formal lectures, discussions, and laboratory sessions, the course is designed to complement graduate studies in biological, biomedical, and life sciences which involve the use of animals in research. (2H,3L,3C).
4074: Pharmacology
A basic course in the science of pharmacology, intended to provide an understanding of the mechanisms of action and physiological systemic effects of major classes of drugs of biological, agricultural, social, and medical importance. Pre: ALS 2304 or BIOL 2406 or equivalent, CHEM 2515 or CHEM 2535. (3H,3C).
4084: Medical Toxicology
Adverse health effects of exposure to drugs or substances of abuse. Covers principles of toxicodynamics, toxicokinetics, biotransformation, diagnosis and treatment. Emphasis will be placed on mechanism(s) of action of the various drug classes, body system(s) affected, clinical manifestations of problems and the resulting adverse effects on human health and society. Methods of treatment and client education will also be addressed. Laws controlling and governing use of these drugs/substances and the agencies responsible for them will also be covered. Pre: third year standing in DVM curriculum. Pre: CHEM 2514 or 2535, BIOL 2406 or ALS 2304, and MATH 1015. (1H, 1C).
4094: Vertebrate Development
A comprehensive exposition of developmental events and anatomy in vertebrates, with emphasis on mammals. Clinical correlations with congenital illness and malformations are stressed. Intended to give students in the life sciences a background in the organization of anatomy and extensive understanding of the process of ontogeny. Appropriate for majors in Biology, Animal Science, pre-medical, pre-veterinary, and other pre-professional programs. Spring, alternate years. Pre: permission of the instructor. (3H,1L,4C).
4984: Special Study
Variable credit course.
4994: Undergraduate Research
Variable credit course.
The graduate program leads to the M.S. and Ph.D. in veterinary medical sciences. The goal of this program is to enhance the research capabilities of the graduates so that they can conduct independent research and associated societal endeavors aimed at solving biomedical problems related to veterinary medicine. These individuals will be expected to make scientific contributions in academia, research, and animal health administration.
For additional information, contact Graduate Admissions, Office of Research and Graduate Studies, or e-mail vmsgrad@vt.edu.
Please see the Graduate Catalog for graduate course listings.
Virginia Tech -- Undergraduate Catalog, 2002-2004
Last update: August 2002
URL: http://www.vt.edu/academics/ugcat/ucCVM.html