I am preparing for a pancarpal arthrodesis scheduled for tomorrow. I’m refreshing my mind on the anatomy of the carpus, remembering extension angles, and learning new information about types of plates and surgical technique. Maybe the surgeon will let me place some screws tomorrow if I know my stuff? Is it really called a pineapple […]
ASPCA Surgical Externship
I just completed a two week externship at ASPCA Humane Alliance in Asheville, North Carolina. Through this externship, I was able to perform fifteen surgeries (spays and neuters) in dogs and cats. I did my first surgeries on puppies and kittens ever! I learned new surgical techniques and had around seven hours of table time. […]
Becoming the Surgeon
Surgery used to be my bane, but now it is one of my most favorite parts of practice. The change happened right under my nose. It was a humbling experience and reminded me that I need to be open to change and accept new experiences as they come. Sometimes it can be difficult to notice […]
