The phrase "Area of Veterinary Medicine" refers to a specific branch or specialty within the field of veterinary science. This area focuses on diagnosing, treating and preventing diseases in animals through medical procedures, surgeries, medications, and other treatments. It involves studying animal anatomy, physiology, pathology, pharmacology, and other related subjects to understand the health problems of different species of animals such as dogs, cats, horses, cattle, pigs, birds etc., and provide appropriate medical care for them. Veterinarians who specialize in this area may work with a variety of animal species or focus on specific areas like small animal medicine, large animal medicine, equine medicine, avian medicine, exotic animal medicine, or wildlife medicine.