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Through the Student's Eyes: A Reflection on Interning at PfA

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  A blog in Collaboration with International Veterinary Students' Association (IVSA), India Magazine team, The Vet Diaries and People for Animals (PfA), Banglore A blog written: By Namrata Sahoo  IVSA India recently partnered with PfA Bangalore to offer passionate and driven veterinary students a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience in wildlife clinical practice, care, and management. One such student—a member of IVSA India and the voice behind the budding blog The Vet Diaries —has penned a sincere and compelling account of her time at the centre, capturing both the challenges and revelations of the experience. This blog encapsulates the journey, the learning, and the unforgettable moments that shaped it.  Read more at – https://www.thevetdiaries.com/2025/04/from-nerves-to-confidence-my-pfa.html A blog in Collaboration with International Veterinary Students' Association (IVSA), India Magazine team, The Vet Diaries and People for Animals (PfA), Banglore A blog w...

SIT DOWN WITH US, INTERVIEWING DR RANI MARIA THOMAS

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A blog by International Veterinary Students' Association (IVSA), India Magazine team in collaboration with International Veterinary Students' Association (IVSA) Wild and Exotic Animal Network (WEAN) An interview by Imon Dutta and Vrinda Borkar   Meet Dr. Rani Maria Thomas, an avian and exotic animal specialist with extensive experience in veterinary medicine, the founder and director of Sara's Birds and Exotic Animal Hospital in Kerala, India. Mastered in Veterinary Epidemiology & Preventive Medicine (KVASU, India) and also holds a postgraduate diploma in One Health & Therapeutic Management of Pets and Birds.            Received training in Avian Medicine from institutions like Abu Dhabi Falcon Hospital and F3 Falcon Team, UAE and participated in internship training, Panalai Veterinary hospital, Thailand. Dr. Rani won many awards like Young Veterinarian Award (2019) for contributions to avian medicine, Multiple oral presentation awards at natio...