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Veterinary Medical Unit (VMU)
Training and Orientation
Training to refine your technique and
results:
The PVAMC VMU has a four-tier training program, outlined
below. Please contact Eric Tonsfeldt to arrange training
at x56667, eric.tonsfeldt@va.gov,
or tonsfeld@ohsu.edu.
All courses are free of charge.
Tier 1: Laws & Regulations/VMU
Orientation
This basic animal use and facility orientation is required
for all persons wishing to gain independent access to
the facility and/or work in any animal rooms. This
course lasts ~1 hour, and is scheduled weekly.
Tier 2: Rodent 101
This species-specific handling course covers basic restraint,
handling, injection, blood collection, and anesthesia,
and, while not currently required, is strongly recommended
for all persons working with animals in any capacity,
regardless of experience level. This course lasts
~1.5 hours, and is scheduled biweekly.
Tier 3: Surgical Training Series
These advanced courses are designed to provide a training
environment for common study-specific techniques and procedures.
Courses offered within the last year include mouse and
rat perfusion, mouse and rat anatomy, stereotaxic instrument
use (Kopf and Stoelting), and Isoflurane vaporizer use.
These courses are offered ~monthly, or by request.
Topic ideas are greatly appreciated!
Tier 4: Ad-hoc Study Specific Training
These one-on-one assistance sessions are helpful if you
need some help with a specific procedure, technique, or
model in your study. Assistance is offered ad hoc--please
feel free to call or email!
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