Once animals arrive at Alberta Institute of Wildlife Conservation (AIWC), such as this orphaned bear cub (pictured right) we received in 2019, they are fully examined to determine if they have any injuries and if they do, the extent of those injuries. Further testing is often required, such as blood and/or fecal sampling, and radiograph diagnostics. With the completion of our surgical suite in 2009, patients are no longer transported to an off-site clinic for procedures, which greatly reduces their stress levels.