LMU-CVM clinical rotations in Cincinnati, Ohio
Deer Park Veterinary Hospital hosts fourth-year LMU veterinary students in a busy, full-service small animal practice. You’ll be paired one-on-one with one of our veterinarians and work real cases in surgery, diagnostics and the exam room.
Hands-on small animal practice, every day
Our hospital provides comprehensive medical, surgical and dental care for dogs and cats in Deer Park and the surrounding Cincinnati suburbs. During your clinical rotation you’ll be part of the treatment team, not watching from the doorway.
Each student is teamed up with one of our veterinarians and works a similar schedule, typically 32-36 hours a week. Your week is planned ahead, with set times assigned to assisting in surgery, diagnostics and the exam room, so you get steady experience in each.
General practice medicine
Lead appointments, build problem lists and talk through treatment plans with clients and your supervising veterinarian.
Soft tissue surgery
Scrub in on routine and advanced procedures, from patient prep through anesthetic recovery.
Dentistry and dental radiology
Practice charting, cleanings and extractions, and read dental radiographs with our team.
Why spend your rotation in Cincinnati
Cincinnati is an affordable, growing city full of young professionals, which makes it an easy place to land for a few weeks. We’re centrally located in the Kenwood area, about 15 minutes from downtown, Over-the-Rhine and the riverfront.
Off the clock, students can explore the parks, the food scene in Over-the-Rhine and Findlay Market, and the Cincinnati Zoo. If you’re thinking about practicing in Ohio or the Tri-State area after graduation, a rotation here is a good way to try the region out.
Frequently Asked Questions About LMU Veterinary Student Rotations
Is Deer Park Veterinary Hospital an LMU-CVM clinical site?
Yes. Deer Park Veterinary Hospital is a clinical affiliate site for the Lincoln Memorial University-Richard A. Gillespie College of Veterinary Medicine and hosts fourth-year DVM students during their clinical year.
What kind of cases will I see during my rotation?
We’re a full-service small animal hospital, so you’ll take part in wellness and sick appointments, surgery, dentistry, diagnostics and day-to-day case management alongside our veterinarians and registered veterinary technicians.
How many hours a week will I work, and who will I work with?
You’ll be teamed up with one of our veterinarians and work a similar schedule, usually 32-36 hours a week. We schedule specific times for you to assist in surgery, diagnostics and the exam room, so you get steady experience in each.
What should I wear during my rotation?
Scrubs are preferred, and business casual is accepted. Please bring a name tag and a dosimeter badge if you have them. If you don’t, we can provide both.
Where is the hospital, and can you help with transportation?
We’re centrally located in Cincinnati, Ohio, in the Kenwood area at 4380 E Galbraith Rd. We assist students with transportation on a case-by-case basis, so email Jaimee Anderson to talk through what you need.
Where can I live during a rotation in Cincinnati?
Cincinnati is an affordable city with plenty of short-term rentals near the hospital. Email Jaimee Anderson at jaimee@dpvh.net to talk through your plans.
Want to learn more?
Contact Jaimee Anderson at jaimee@dpvh.net or (513) 791-8550.