Master in Surgery, anesthesia and radiology

Faculty of Veterinary Medicine - Department of Surgery and Theriogenology

Description

This program is implemented through the study of academic courses, the number of which is not less than (24) academic units, and that it does not exceed (30) academic units over 3 semesters, in addition to completing a specialized scientific research thesis with a number of (6) academic units. The legal period necessary to obtain a master’s degree that the student spends in the department since joining, registering with, and graduating from it shall not be less than (18) months, and that the period shall not exceed (36) months, in accordance with Articles (124) and (126) mentioned in Regulation No. 501 of 2010 regarding the issuance of a regulation regulating higher education. Note that the minimum compulsory credits are (14) for the mentioned programmes. The student studies 4 to 5 theoretical hours and 6 to 8 practical hours per week.

Objectives

By the end of this program, the student will be able to know and use the latest modern scientific techniques in the field of radiology, ultrasound, anesthesia and surgery of various types of animals.

- The student also benefits from performing the latest surgeries in small and large animals, as well as he can find solutions to some field problems that exist in the veterinary field, especially in the field of animal surgery.

Interest in experimental surgery for experimental animals at the College of Veterinary Medicine by opening horizons for students and researchers in the faculties of medicine, pharmacy, dentistry and medical research centers to find appropriate solutions for some clinical experiments, as well as opening prospects for joint research cooperation.

- Through this program, the scientific level of the veterinarian can be raised through the following courses:

1. Core compulsory courses .... 18 credits, 12 credits for courses, 6 credits for Thesis

2. General compulsory courses... 8 credits

3. Elective courses.. 4 credits, from which the student chooses what is appropriate for his thesis

Outcomes

A. Knowledge and understanding

A.1 The student should be familiar with modern information in the field of surgery, anesthesia and radiology, and have the ability to explain, interpret and describe.

A.2 The ability to deal with different scientific sources and absorb their contents.

A.3 Using different scientific techniques in the field of specialization.

A.4 The student's ability to distinguish surgical cases, their diagnosis and treatment methods

A.5 The student understands the process of innovation and continuous improvement as a means of development in the field of specialization.

B. Mental skills

B.1 The ability to identify scientific problems and ways to solve them by conducting scientific research.

B.2 Understanding how different technologies work in the field of specialization and being able to identify their strengths and weaknesses.

B.3 The ability to link the theoretical structure with the practical explanation in the field of specialization.

B.4 The student acquires the characteristic of a researcher in the field of specialization

B.5 Developing students' scientific criticism skills

C. Practical & professional skills

C.1 The ability to conduct medical and research analyzes related to the field of surgery, anesthesia and radiology

C.2 The ability to interpret laboratory results.

C.3 The ability to use electronic programs in the field of specialization

C.4 The ability to identify society's problems and needs

C.5 The ability to collect samples and data

D. Generic and transferable skills

D.1 Scientific writing and preparing a research plan

D.2 Data analysis using the computer.

D.3 Giving lectures and managing panel discussions

D.4 Acquisition of effective learning skills

D.5 Providing students with teamwork and discipline skills.

Certificate Rewarded

Master degree in surgery, anesthesia and radiology.

Entry Reuirements

1. The student must have obtained a bachelor's degree in veterinary medical sciences from one of the colleges recognized locally and internationally

2. To pass the initial entrance exam, which is given by the Postgraduate Studies Office in the college

3. To pass the personal interview test conducted by the department.

4. To comply with the general requirements for admission according to the postgraduate studies regulations.

Study Plan

The Master in Surgery, anesthesia and radiology prepares students to qualify for Master in Surgery, anesthesia and radiology. The student studies several subjects which have been carefully chosen in this major to cover its different aspects.

It comprises 3 Semesters of study, in which the student will study a total of 30 units, which include 4 units of general subjects, and 12 major units, 8 of elective units. In addition to a final project in the student's major.

Study plan for this program is shown below:

1st Semester

Code Title Credits Course Type Prerequisite
MVSG450 Advanced General Veterinary Surgery 03 Compulsory +

In this course, the student studies the basic principles of veterinary surgery, such as types of wounds and their treatments. Dealing with emergency surgical injuries such as bleeding and other injuries that threaten animal health.

MVSG451 Advanced Veterinary Anesthesiology 03 Compulsory +

This course aims to provide postgraduate students with advanced knowledge about anesthesia in different types of animals. Because this course is of great importance in the field of veterinary surgery. In this course, the student will learn the different types of pre-anesthetic drugs and the different ways of administering them

2nd Semester

Code Title Credits Course Type Prerequisite
MVSG452 Advanced Veterinary Diagnostic Imaging 03 Compulsory +

In this course, the student will be able to know and use the latest modern scientific techniques in the field of radiology, ultrasound, CT scan, and MRI of pets and horses. Students also learn the basic principles of diagnostic imaging including radiation safety measures and different types of veterinary diagnostic imaging modalities. The student also studies the clinical applications of diagnostic imaging techniques and how these techniques are used to diagnose various types of bone and soft tissue injuries.

MVST100 BIOSTATISTICS 02 General +

3rd Semester

Code Title Credits Course Type Prerequisite
MVRM200 Research Methods 02 General +

1. The student's knowledge of the general methods of research methodology, including the basic concepts used in quantitative and qualitative research methods2. The student's knowledge of everything that includes the Internet in terms of computer applications to obtain research3. The student's knowledge of research methods in the field of study, quantitative and qualitative elective studies, and methods of writing master's theses

MVSG453 Limb surgery and Soundness 03 Compulsory +

During this course, students will learn the advanced methods of diagnosing and treating surgical injuries to the extremities that include bones, tendons, and joints in horses and small animals. Students will also learn the appropriate methods to deal with any surgical injury to the limbs, hoof and claw. Students will also learn how to search for methods used to deal with surgical injuries in these organs.

Elective Subjects

Code Title Credits Course Type Prerequisite
(MVPT304 Diagnostic Pathology 03 Elective +

MVAN 634 Applied Veterinary Anatomy 03 Elective +

In this course, the student studies the basic anatomical features of the body's structures and organs. The student also learn to identify anatomical differences between similar organs within and between different domestic animals. Learn to use anatomical information to identify and diagnose abnormalities in tissues and organs.

MVMI210 Diagnostic Microbiology 03 Elective +

MVPHA710 Advanced Systemic Pharmacology 03 Elective +

MVSG454 Digestive system surgery 03 Elective +

In this course, the student studies modern surgical methods in surgery of the digestive system, such as laparoscopic surgery, and the uses of these methods in treating various surgical problems in the abdomen and intestines.

MVSG455 Experimental Animal Surgery 03 Elective +

In this course, the student studies the anatomical characteristics of experimental animals, special anesthesia methods for these animals, and some surgical operations that are performed for the purpose of completing a specific research.

MVSG456 Surgery of eye, nose, ear and larynx 03 Elective +

In this course, the student studies in detail the modern diagnostic and surgical methods of the eye, ear, nose and throat in various animals

MVWR200 Writing and Referencing Skills 02 Elective +