Microbiology for Veterinary Technicians

Microbiology for Veterinary Technicians introduces veterinary technician and technologist students to the complex and exciting world of microorganisms. Divided into four main parts, the book provides pertinent, up-to-date information regarding many different aspects of veterinary microbiology.

Part I - Foundations of basic microbiological structure and function, the role of the immune system in microbial diseases, and common therapeutics in use today

Parts II - Common bacteria encountered in veterinary medicine

Part III - Common fungi encountered in veterinary medicine

Part IV - Diagnostics available to the veterinary technician

Special features of the book include:

- Full color images and graphics

- Callout boxes that emphasize important concepts, such as client education, zoonoses, and biosecurity

- In-text bolding of important key words and concepts as well as a Glossary

- End-of-chapter "Further Readings" section for those who want to pursue topics beyond the classroom

Each chapter is filled with information most useful to the veterinary technician in their day-to-day lives.

Special attention is paid to facets of the veterinary technician's role as an integral member of the veterinary team including: history-taking, choice and interpretation of diagnostics, and client education.

Instructors: For desk/exam copies, please email us at: inquiries@animalibrispublishing.com

Tracy H Vemulapalli is a veterinarian on faculty at the College of Veterinary Medicine at Purdue University where she is a Clinical Assistant Professor of Laboratory Animal Medicine. She has a Master's Degree in Molecular Bacteriology and has been a diplomate of the American College of Laboratory Medicine since 2009. She has experience in small animal private practice, food safety, and infectious disease research, including Biosafety Level 3 (BSL3) work.

G Kenitra Hammac is a veterinarian on faculty at the College of Veterinary Medicine at Purdue University where she is a Clinical Assistant Professor of Microbiology. She heads the Indiana Animal Disease Diagnostic Laboratory's Microbiology Section. A diplomate of the American College of Veterinary Microbiology since 2014, she has extensive experience in diagnostic microbiology as well as several years of experience in small animal private practice.