Patricia-Maria Laczko

• Strong knowledge of the anatomy, physiology, and pathology of small mammals, birds, and reptiles (domestic and wild species)
• Performing clinical examinations across small animal, exotic, and wildlife patients
• Calculating and administering medical treatments under supervision
• Placement of intravenous catheters and collection of blood samples
• Processing diagnostic samples and assisting with laboratory testing
• Performing radiography (x-rays) and assisting with ultrasound examinations
• Wound management and bandaging techniques
• Assisting in emergency cases and surgical procedures
• Monitoring anaesthetised and hospitalised patients (cardiorespiratory parameters, temperature, gastrointestinal activity)
• Performing physiotherapy, including laser therapy and acupuncture
• Assisting with rehabilitation and physiotherapy protocols
• Husbandry and clinical care of hospitalised exotic and wildlife species

Small Animal Clinical Experience (Cats & Dogs)

• Clinical exposure to small animal medicine within a university veterinary hospital setting
• Participation in clinical examinations, diagnostics, and treatment support under supervision
• Training in emergency medicine, including performing CPR, stabilisation of critical patients, and assisting in acute neurological cases
• Assistance in emergency and inpatient care for small animal patients
• Performing laboratory sample collection and processing
• Training in diagnostic imaging, including radiography and ultrasonography
• Assistance in surgical procedures under supervision
• Extensive training in preventive medicine and routine clinical care

• Participation in routine clinical examinations of mammals, birds, and reptiles
• Assistance with restraint, sedation, and anaesthesia procedures
• Preparation and handling of anaesthetic and tranquillising agents for clinical and field use
• Training in remote chemical restraint procedures, including preparation of drugs in syringes and selection of appropriate delivery systems (blowpipe or dart gun)
• Collection and processing of biological samples, including haematology, biochemistry, and faecal parasitology testing
• Monitoring of anaesthesia and post-operative recovery
• Assistance during surgical procedures, including supervised ovariectomy in bearded dragons, castration in mice, and wound closure using biological graft techniques in a chimpanzee
• Assessment and treatment of traumatic injuries under supervision
• Participation in necropsy examinations (avian species, rodents, and reptiles, including Phelsuma grandis)
• Venipuncture from the cranial vena cava in mice
• Assistance with ultrasound examinations in adult Lynx lynx carpathicus

• Adapting to new veterinary equipment and clinical technologies
• Learning and applying new treatment protocols in a clinical setting
• Working with a range of exotic species, including mammals, birds, and reptiles
• Observation and assistance with endoscopic procedures
• Performing clinical examinations across different species
• Calculation and administration of medical treatments under supervision
• Placement of intravenous catheters and collection of blood samples
• Wound management and bandaging
• Assistance in emergency and surgical procedures
• Monitoring of hospitalised patients, including vital parameters (cardiorespiratory rate, temperature, gastrointestinal function)
• Exposure to physiotherapy and basic rehabilitation techniques
• Husbandry and maintenance of appropriate enclosures for hospitalised animals

• Field work in the reservation with the animals (Water Buffalo, African Bush Elephants, Impalas, Nyala, Kudu and Sable antelopes, Zebras, Giraffes)
• Assessing the effectiveness of the tranquilliser in the field
• Performing clinical exams
• Placing the animals on a stretcher and relocating them
• Taking blood, hair and skin samples
• Treating wounds
• Monitoring the vital signs
• Placing auricular tags
• Performing gestational exams
• Collaring animals
• Administrating injectable treatments
• Darting practice (from the ground, car and helicopter)