Summary

This episode of the podcast features the collaboration between Purdue University College of Veterinary Medicine and the Indiana State Fair to provide veterinary care. The partnership aims to streamline veterinary services and provide students with hands-on clinical experience. The success of the relationship is attributed to the passion and dedication of the veterinarians involved, effective communication, and a shared vision. The students play a crucial role in providing care to a wide range of animals at the fair, including cattle, sheep, goats, pigs, poultry, and horses. The partnership has been beneficial for both the students and the fair, ensuring the health and well-being of the animals and creating a positive experience for exhibitors. Please Note: Dr. May joined the podcast a tad late because she was giving CPR to an alpaca.

Keywords

veterinary care, collaboration, Purdue University, Indiana State Fair, hands-on experience, clinical teaching, livestock exhibition, partnership, communication, preventive medicine

Takeaways

· The collaboration between Purdue University College of Veterinary Medicine and the Indiana State Fair streamlines veterinary services and provides students with hands-on clinical experience.

· Effective communication, shared vision, and passion are key factors in the success of the partnership.

· The students play a crucial role in providing care to a wide range of animals at the fair, including cattle, sheep, goats, pigs, poultry, and horses.

· The partnership ensures the health and well-being of the animals and creates a positive experience for exhibitors.

· Preventive medicine is an important aspect of the veterinary care provided at the fair.

Important Links

Indiana State Fair

Purdue University College of Veterinary Medicine Farm Animal Hospital

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Background

02:59 The Indiana State Fair and the Need for Veterinary Care

05:13 The Role of Students in Providing Veterinary Care

08:03 The Impact on Students and the Full Circle Experience

11:06 Key Factors for a Successful Partnership

13:56 Logistics and Challenges

18:06 Lightning Round: Fun, Easy, and Surprising Aspects of the Partnership

20:50 Advice for Developing Similar Partnerships

23:22 Conclusion and Resources