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A Model for Residency Training: The Small Animal Emergency and Critical Care Residency Program at Purdue University
Elizabeth J Thomovsky1, Paula A Johnson1
1Small Animal Emergency and Critical Care, Department of Clinical Sciences, Purdue University College of Veterinary Medicine, 625 Harrison Street, West Lafayette, IN 47906 USA.
Journal of Veterinary Medical Education
|November 5, 2024
Summary
This study presents a structured timeline for the Purdue Small Animal Emergency and Critical Care residency program. This approach ensures residents meet credentialing requirements and complete their training successfully.
Area of Science:
- Veterinary Medicine
- Emergency and Critical Care
- Residency Education
Background:
- Residency training balances education, credentialing, and clinical duties.
- Emergency and Critical Care (ECC) residents are vital to clinical operations.
- Protecting resident learning time is essential in a demanding ECC environment.
Purpose of the Study:
- To present the structure and timelines of the Purdue Small Animal ECC residency program.
- To offer a model for successful residency program organization.
- To ensure residents meet all credentialing and board examination requirements.
Main Methods:
- Implementation of a firm timeline with attainable checkpoints.
- Application of goal-setting theory to guide residents.
- Integration of clinical duties with protected learning time.
Main Results:
- Residents successfully complete credentialing requirements.
- All residents achieve at least one first-author publication.
- Residents complete at least one scientific presentation for their curriculum vitae.
Conclusions:
- A structured timeline is crucial for resident success in ECC.
- The Purdue program's model ensures comprehensive training and professional development.
- This approach facilitates the completion of all residency requirements and enhances future career prospects.

