SCACVIM
Welcome to the web page for the Texas A&M Student Chapter of
the American College of Veterinary Internal Medicine (SCACVIM)! Our
organization was established and recognized as an official SCAVMA
organization in Fall 2008. The purpose of the Chapter is to promote
the specialties of cardiology, neurology, oncology, large animal
internal medicine, and small animal internal medicine through the
advancement of knowledge to veterinary medical students.
Affiliation includes the following
benefits:
- eligibility for participation in a variety of wet labs and
field trips
- opportunities to participate in a sponsored small-group lunch
with a veterinary intern or resident at Texas A&M
- free online subscription to the Journal of Veterinary
Internal Medicine
- access to a mailing list server and chat board where student
affiliates can post questions, case reports, etc. to discuss with
other chapters
Students are encouraged to attend club meetings hosting guest
speakers that will discuss some of the various aspects of internal
medicine. Students will gain exposure to clinical and research
developments in the field outside of the classroom setting. Wet
labs facilitated by faculty and resident clinicians will allow
students to interact with knowledgeable experts who will
demonstrate current diagnostic techniques that are routinely used
in the internal medicine, cardiology, oncology, and/or neurology
services. Field trips to veterinary specialty hospitals will give
students some insight into the roles and responsibilities of
board-certified specialists of internal medicine and its
subspecialties in private practice.
Any questions regarding dues ($25/year) or joining in the future
may be directed to our treasurer, Erin Hyde.
SCACVIM Objectives
- To disseminate information about the function of the American
College of Veterinary Internal Medicine and its various specialties
to its studentaffiliates.
- To encourage pursuit of advanced training (internships or
residencies) in the various specialties of American College of
Veterinary Internal Medicine by the Chapter student
affiliates.
- To encourage student affiliates to pursue activities related to
cardiology, neurology, oncology, large animal internal medicine,
and small animal internal medicine such that they are able to gain
exposure and experience in this area outside of the classroom, and
facilitate their own understanding of the discipline.
- To expose and/or encourage student affiliates to participate in
veterinary research.
- To encourage student affiliates to work closely with the
American College of Veterinary Internal Medicine and the American
College of Veterinary Internal Medicine Foundation to develop
fundraising activities so the Chapter may organize related
workshops, as well as supplement travel expenses to the ACVIM
Forum.