Our residency program provides specialist training in an environment that values scholarship, experience, and communication. Programs are tailored to meet the resident’s specific goals, and board certified faculty supervise and work with residents, preparing them for specialty board examinations.

In all specialties, residents develop clinical expertise, gain teaching experience, develop skills in research methodology, and complete the requirements for a Master of Science Degree. During clinical rotations, residents participate with faculty and veterinary students in diagnosis, prevention, and treatment of animal diseases.

We have two residency programs, Large Animal Surgery and Large Animal Medicine. Residency programs are typically completed in three years. We also offer year-long internships.

Selection for the program is based on professional performance, academic record, and communication skills. Assessment is based on letters of recommendation, communication with previous employers, transcripts, and interviews. Candidates may visit facilities and meet program faculty. If you would like to arrange a visit, contact the LCS Department Office at 517-355-9593 with your proposed date of visit.

In all specialties, residents develop clinical expertise, gain teaching experience, develop skills in research methodology, and complete the requirements for a Master of Science Degree. During clinical rotations, residents participate with faculty and veterinary students in diagnosis, prevention, and treatment of animal diseases.

Residency programs typically are designed to be completed in three years. One-year appointments are renewable annually up to a total of three years.

Selection for the program is based on professional performance, academic record, and communication skills. Assessment is based on letters of recommendation, communication with previous employers or others having knowledge of the candidate's professional performance, transcripts, and candidate interviews. Candidates may choose to visit facilities and meet program faculty. Visits typically are limited to one day. If you would like to arrange a visit, contact the LCS Department Office at piket@msu.edu with your proposed date of visit.