Externship

Description of Externship:

The Zoological Pathology Program (ZPP) is a full-service diagnostic, teaching, and research pathology program, specializing in exotic and wildlife diseases. Based in Chicago, ZPP is a unique collaboration between the University of Illinois College of Veterinary Medicine and the Chicago Zoological Society Brookfield Zoo, the Lincoln Park Zoological Gardens, and the John G. Shedd Aquarium with additional support from the Loyola University of Chicago Stritch School of Medicine.

Three to six week externships are offered for 3rd and 4th year veterinary students. The externship program is designed to provide students with exposure to all aspects of zoological pathology. Externs will conduct gross necropsies and microscopic evaluation of diagnostic cases in conjunction with residents and staff pathologists. Background reading and research for diagnostic cases will be expected of the extern as will participation in weekly gross and histopathology seminars. Special projects arising from case materials may also be pursued.

Interested applicants should submit a CV, brief statement of goals and provide two references. Electronic applications are welcome. Send materials at least 3 months in advance of the desired start date. Open slots will be filled on a first-come, first-served basis. Externs are accepted year round, however, we encourage applicants for spring, summer and fall months.

For more information or to submit application materials contact:

Karen A. Terio DVM, PhD, Dipl ACVP
Zoological Pathology Program
LUMC Bldg 101, Rm 0745
2160 S First Ave
Maywood, IL 60153
Ph (708) 216-1185
Fax (708) 216-5934
kterio@lumc.edu

Contact:
Dr. Karen Terio
708-216-1185
kterio@lumc.edu

Updated: 11/11/2004