Diagnostic Imaging and Radiology Residency

The diagnostic imaging residency program at the Cummings School of Veterinary Medicine at Tufts University is designed to provide broad training in routine and special procedures in small and large animal diagnostic radiology, ultrasound, nuclear medicine, CT and MRI. The program will provide non-degree postgraduate clinical training in the diagnostic imaging field for three years which also includes diagnostic imaging physics and radiation biology. The individual is required to complete and publish, in a scientific journal, the results of a research project developed under supervision of the diagnostic imaging faculty. The individual will be eligible to apply for the qualifying examination of the American College of Veterinary Radiology (ACVR) upon satisfactory completion of this program. The minimum standards for this program have been approved by the AVMA according to the guidelines provided the ACVR. The program has the specific purpose of training residents to become future teachers, investigators and clinicians in the diagnostic imaging field. Graduates should be equipped to function either in an academic environment or in a private specialty practice.

Appointments will be made for 12 months with annual renewal based on satisfactory completion of the previous year. A certificate of residency is awarded to the candidate upon successful completion of the training program. Residents participate in the University benefits programs, including health, professional disability and life insurance. Annual vacation and professional liability insurance are provided.

The applicant should submit his or her application through AAVC's Veterinary Internship and Residency Matching Program.

Please pontact Carol O'Day in October or November at (508) 839-7941 to arrange a visit date or phone interview with diagnostic imaging faculty.

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