Ever wondered what it’s really like to be a veterinary extern? At Pet Wellness Clinics, it’s not just shadowing and note-taking, it’s stepping into the doctor role and actually doing the work.
From the very first day, externs are encouraged to dive in. They’re performing physical exams, presenting their findings, talking through plans with owners, and working side by side with doctors who genuinely want externs to learn. It’s a low-stress, collaborative environment where questions are welcomed, and confidence grows fast.
“My favorite part of my externship was the chance to truly step into the doctor role. The doctors were so great in supporting me to do my own physical exam, decide on diagnostics, review the diagnostics, and talk through a plan with the owners. They were always there to reinforce me and answer any questions I had, but they really encouraged me to ‘be the doctor’ as much as possible. This experience prepared me well for my future career.” — Julie Rosta, 4th-Year Veterinary Student and Future PWC Veterinarian
That kind of encouragement makes a difference. Externs will scrub in on surgeries, learn new techniques from skilled surgeons, and get hands-on with diagnostics like ultrasounds and radiographs. They practice communicating with clients by explaining plans, giving updates, and ensuring complicated medical information is communicated clearly and compassionately to clients.
PWC externs leave feeling more confident, more capable, and more excited than ever to start their careers. Because here, they’re not just watching veterinary medicine happen—they’re part of it.
Ready to step in and see what it’s like to be the doctor? Apply for our Veterinary Externship Program today and find out what makes the experience unforgettable.
10475 Crosspoint Blvd Suite 220
Indianapolis, IN 46256
