Simply drive to the lot entrance on the south end of the lot. The exit gate requires a pass with a magnetic strip that will be provided for you by a SAE receptionist as you depart. They may perform an initial physical examination as well. They will review any materials sent by your referring veterinarian who may include medical records, lab tests, x-rays, and a summary opinion about the ease. The student and clinician will collaborate to establish an appropriate diagnostic plan as needed and an estimate of the costs to perform recommended procedures.
Some functions can change drastically within hours, so a certain amount of testing is important.
If and when a diagnosis is reached, the student and clinician will establish a treatment plan. An updated cost estimate should be communicated to you at this time along with a prognosis. The prognosis is intended to give you some idea about the outcome of treatment and what you may expect regarding your animal's life expectancy, quality of life, ongoing nursing, testing or treatment requirements, etc. In this case, you should expect regular reports from the student or clinician about the status of your animal. In many ewes these reports are made on a daily basis.