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Clinical Rotations - Advanced Lameness and Fertility

Advanced Issues involving Lameness and Reproduction

Learn to:

bulletInvestigate risk factors for lameness and poor reproductive performance on a problem herd
bulletAssess herd reproductive performance using DC305 files
bulletUnderstand how to set up, monitor and troubleshoot estrus synchronization programs
bulletPractice advanced level individual cow palpation skills, including ultrasound
bulletHoof-trim cows using the Dutch trimming technique and perform foot surgery

This program is operated with the help of Milo Wiltbank, Paul Fricke and Karl Burgi and focuses on advanced level skills required for troubleshooting herd reproductive and lameness problems.

Dates: May 2008-09

bulletWeeks 49 & 50 (4/20/09 to 5/1/09)

Dates: May 2007-08

bulletWeeks 47 & 48 (4/7/08 to 4/18/08)

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Last modified: 12/05/07

 
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