VRCCO Learning Institute
The Veterinary Referral Center of Central Oregon is deeply invested continued professional learning and development.
The Learning Institute at the Veterinary Referral Center of Central Oregon is a one-of-a-kind institute to ensure team members are up to date with the latest techniques, research, and procedures. We encourage cross-departmental training which leads to innovation, collaboration, and a more holistic understanding of veterinary care. This is achieved with VRCCO’s online learning modules, lecture series, daily case rounding, and mentorship program. This is just one way that VRCCO ensures your pet receives the most advanced, compassionate care available.
VRCCO Learning Institute
62889 NE Oxford Ct.
Bend, Oregon 97701
541-209-6960
A place for career development
and professional growth.
Another way VRCCO promotes education is through externships and internships for both veterinary technicians and doctors.
Graduated DVMs are eligible to apply for a year long rotating internship in medicine, surgery, and emergency to help prepare them for specialty residency or to provide a solid foundation to practice as a general practitioner.
Rotations & Experiences:
- Core rotations: Medicine, Surgery, Emergency, Neurology
- Optional rotations: Dermatology, Oncology, Ophthalmology, Anesthesia, Rehabilitation Therapy
- Biweekly Topic Rounds and Journal Club Meetings
- Radiology, Cardiology, and Morbidity and Mortality Rounds
- Weekly Hospital-Wide Grand Rounds
- One Presentation and/or Research Project
We also offer veterinary students the opportunity to complete 1-2 week externships across multiple specialties. Building on the same passion for teaching that guides our internship program, we aim to provide a hands-on and meaningful learning experience, whether you choose to focus on one specialty or explore several.
VRCCO Virtual Radiation Safety Course
VRCCO-quality guidance from the comfort of your home. The Learning Institute at VRCCO is excited to present this virtual radiation course for veterinary assistants and technicians.
This course meets the requirements for OAR 33, it is divided into 7 modules with quizzes after each module and a final examination. Supplemental material includes a master outline, references, and multiple videos. Click below to learn more or to register.
Professional Events at VRCCO
VRCCO is also dedicated to supporting our veterinary community through continuing education opportunities and specialized professional training courses. The Learning Institute is excited to bring Central Oregon even more educational experiences, keep a look out for our future professional events.
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