Externship Grant Report

My externship at Rood and Riddle Equine Hospital focused on equine reproductive techniques, and common reproductive pathology seen in the mare. During my time at RREH, I spent most of my time with Dr. Maria Schnobrich, Dr. Charlie Scoggins, Dr. Etta Bradecamp, and Dr. Woodrow Friend.

Throughout my time at RREH, I continued to strengthen and build my equine reproductive knowledge while adding in technical skills. I was able to rectally palpate and ultrasound mares as well as perform uterine lavages and intrauterine infusions.  In addition, I observed and assisted in several procedures such as transvaginal oocyte aspirations, embryo transfer, and stallion collection and processing.

Foal work is a passion of mine and I was able to see some interesting cases that will soon be very applicable to my career. I was able to be a part of assessing a neonatal isoerythrolysis case, assist in casting of contracted tendons and perform an umbilical hernia repair.