2025 graduate, Danasia Perry-Kaliati, performing surgery under the guidance of the on-site veterinarian.
For instance, data from previous classes (2023 and 2024) demonstrated remarkable improvement between mid-rotation feedback and the end-of-rotation evaluation in each clinical rotation. This indicates that feedback from supervising veterinarians results in improved student competency. We are immensely grateful to the AVMA members within our clinical network for their vital role in enhancing our distributive clinical teaching model, which bridges the gap between academic training and practical application. Their invaluable contributions to educating our students will continue to shape the profession’s future. By prioritizing competency-based education and real- world practice experience, we are preparing graduates who are clinically proficient, confident, and adaptable in the ever-evolving field of veterinary medicine. ■
students must demonstrate day-one readiness for each competency and all 13 required EPAs to graduate. Measurement of competency and EPA achievement is categorized into five levels of trust: • Not ready to trust • Trust with constant guidance • Trust with intermittent guidance • Trust with on-demand guidance • Trust with no guidance Constructive feedback and support from supervising veterinarians and clinical year mentors are essential in guiding students through their clinical year and solidifying their readiness for success in a practice setting.
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