The Department of Veterinary Clinical Sciences
The Department of Veterinary Clinical Sciences seamlessly integrates diverse fields into a unified academic entity with a central focus on advancing research and nurturing the education of veterinary and graduate students. Additionally, we collaborate closely with the Veterinary Medical Center to deliver top-tier care to both our clients and patients.
Dedicated to the enhancement of animal health and overall well-being, the Department of Veterinary Clinical Sciences is steadfast in its pursuit of excellence in clinical practice, robust exploration across fundamental, applied, and translational research domains, and the implementation of innovative interdisciplinary pedagogy within veterinary medical and post-professional programs such as internships, residencies, and graduate studies.
Faculty members in the department teach our veterinary students in a wide variety of fields and disciplines through innovative interdisciplinary teaching in the veterinary medical and post-professional internships, residencies and graduate programs. We are committed to providing excellent career development and mentoring programs to nurture professional and personal success and satisfaction.
Department of Veterinary Clinical Sciences Section Links
Programs
The Department of Clinical Sciences is committed to providing a variety of training opportunities to ensure highly skilled experts are available to address the diverse and complex healthcare needs of animals in our communities.
Mission
The mission of the Department of Veterinary Clinical Sciences is to advance animal and human health and wellbeing by providing innovative education, outstanding patient care, public and professional outreach, and pioneering clinical and translational research.
Vision
We accomplish our mission through the dedicated service of our people to shape the next generation of veterinarians and produce impactful patient care, scholarship, and research.
Values
- Accountability
- Collegiality
- Empathy
- Inclusivity
- Integrity
- Innovation
Services
Our faculty and board-certified specialists offer expertise in over 20 different specialties and partner with the Veterinary Medical Center to provide services ranging from preventative care to the most complex surgical procedures veterinary medicine has to offer. We have specialists in Anesthesiology, Behavioral Medicine, Cardiology, Dermatology, Emergency Care, Internal Medicine, Neurology, Oncology, Ophthalmology, Orthopedic Surgery, Radiology, and Theriogenology.
Additional Department Information
Links to administrative information and guidelines for the Department of Veterinary Clinical Sciences.
Contact Information
Sara Apple
Assistant to Department Chair
apple.76@osu.edu
Chelsea Souder
Education Program Coordinator
Souder.60@osu.edu