The objective of the program is to provide the facilities, case material, training opportunities, and mentorship necessary for the resident to become a Board Certified Specialist in Zoological Medicine TM through the following: Development of the comprehensive knowledge, skills, experience, and expertise necessary to function as an independent clinician in the field of zoological medicine. Exposure to operations of a large zoological institution, including communication among veterinary and animal care managers and zoo staff, animal husbandry and management, nutrition, animal shipments, conservation, and laws/regulations concerning management of zoo animals and wildlife.