Join us for another session of PetMedic Pathways, a free monthly STEM series designed for high school students interested in animal health, science, and careers in veterinary medicine.

Whether you dream of becoming a veterinarian, veterinary technician, radiology technician, or simply love science and technology, this interactive program will introduce you to one of the most powerful diagnostic tools in veterinary medicine - radiology.

November's Topic:
Diagnostic Imaging – Radiology

Discover how veterinary teams use X-rays to look inside the body without surgery. Learn how radiographs help diagnose broken bones, foreign bodies, heart disease, pneumonia, arthritis, and many other medical conditions.
We'll explore how digital radiographs are captured, discuss radiation safety, review normal versus abnormal X-rays, identify common anatomical structures, and work through real patient cases to determine how diagnostic imaging helps veterinarians make medical decisions. Students will also participate in interactive activities using real veterinary radiographs and imaging equipment.

By the end of the session, students should be able to:

• Explain how radiology is used in veterinary medicine.
• Identify basic anatomical structures on common veterinary radiographs.
• Understand the importance of radiation safety and proper patient positioning.
• Compare normal and abnormal radiographs to recognize common medical conditions.
• Use diagnostic imaging to help solve a real patient case while working together like a veterinary team.
• Zero exposure to radiation
  
  

Students are welcome to attend one session or the entire series throughout the school year. Each workshop stands on its own, so you won't fall behind if you miss one. Earn a Certificate of Completion for each session or a special certificate for the series if you attend all nine sessions.

This program is for high school students (grades 9–12) with an interest in STEM, biology, veterinary science, healthcare, medical imaging, or diagnostic technology.

Space is limited, so registration is required.