American Veterinarian Editorial Staff

Craig B. Webb, PhD, DVM, DACVIM, professor and head of small animal section at Colorado State University, discusses the different stages of feline constipation.

Valerie Fadok, DVM, PhD, DACVD, dermatologist in the Veterinary Specialty Team at Zoetis, discusses canine atopic dermatitis.

Diane Levitan, VMD, DACVIM, from Peace Love Pets Veterinary Care, explains why canine hypothyroidism is difficult to diagnose.

Mary Ellen Goldberg, BS, LVT, CVT, SRA, CCRA, CVPP, research anesthetist, certified veterinary pain practitioner specializing in pain management and physical rehabilitation, from Vet Med Team, discusses the role of the veterinary technician in pain assessment.

Meri Hall, RVT, CVT, LVT, LATG, VTS (SAM), veterinary technician of internal medicine, from Veterinary Specialty Hospital of Palm Beach Gardens, discusses the difference between cleaning and disinfecting.

Elke Rudloff, DVM, DACVECC, clinical specialist and residency trauma supervisor at Lakeshore Veterinary Specialists, discusses how to clinically assess possible multi-trauma cases.

Tina Wismer, DVM, DABVT, DABT, MS, medical director at the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center, explains how to handle suspected animal intoxication.

Edward MacKillop DVM, DACVIM (Neurology), veterinary neurologist and neurosurgeon at Pittsburgh Veterinary Specialty & Emergency Center (PVSEC), discusses new therapies for dog epilepsy.

Edward MacKillop DVM, DACVIM (Neurology), veterinary neurologist and neurosurgeon at Pittsburgh Veterinary Specialty & Emergency Center (PVSEC), discusses epilepsy in dogs.

Anthony Carr, DMV, DACVIM (SAIM), professor at University of Saskatchewan, discusses changes in the diagnosis of Cushing's disease.

Mark Stephenson, DVM, chief veterinarian at Voyce PRO, explains the correlations between increased heart and respiratory rates and pain in animals.

​Ray Ramirez, DVM, owner and speaker of Ramirezdvm.com, explains the difference between veterinary staff humor and client humor.

Rebecca Rose, CVT, president and founder of Catalyst Veterinary Practice Consultants, explains the difference between a courageous conversation and a difficult conversation.

M. Scott Echols, DVM, ABVP, owner of Echols Veterinary Services, discusses the illegal African Grey parrot trade.

M. Scott Echols, DVM, ABVP, owner of Echols Veterinary Services, discusses some key ethicals considerations to owning a wild animal.

David Liss, RVT, VTS, CVPM, program director at Platt College, discusses critical steps in achieving flawless adrenal testing.

Anne Barger, DVM, MS, DACVP, clinical professor in pathobiology at University of Illinois, explains the benefits of veterinarians performing in-house cytology.

Anne Barger, DVM, MS, DACVP, clinical professor in pathobiology at University of Illinois, outlines common challenges associated with performing cytology in the veterinary practice.

Anne Barger, DVM, MS, DACVP, clinical professor in pathobiology at University of Illinois, explains how veterinarians can improve their skills in cytology.

Debbie Martin, LVT, VTS (Behavior), animal behavior technician for Veterinary Behavior Consultations, co-owner of Team Education in Animal Behavior, explains how Fear Free concepts can alleviate handling- and restrain-induced stress.

Debbie Martin, LVT, VTS (Behavior), animal behavior technician for Veterinary Behavior Consultations, co-owner of Team Education in Animal Behavior, explains how using nutraceuticals and pharmaceuticals can reduce anxiety in animals during veterinary visits.

Debbie Martin, LVT, VTS (Behavior), animal behavior technician for Veterinary Behavior Consultations, co-owner of Team Education in Animal Behavior, discusses the importance of educating clients on appropriate animal handling and restraint techniques.

Debbie Martin, LVT, VTS (Behavior), animal behavior technician for Veterinary Behavior Consultations, co-owner of Team Education in Animal Behavior, discusses ways to reduce handling- and restraint-induced stress at the vet.

Debbie Martin, LVT, VTS (Behavior), animal behavior technician for Veterinary Behavior Consultations, co-owner of Team Education in Animal Behavior, discusses issues that come with handle and restraint of animals in the veterinary setting.

Tasha McNerney, CVT, CVPP, anesthesia technician at the Center for Animal Referral and Emergency Services, discusses anesthesia and pain management resources for veterinarian technicians.

Tasha McNerney, CVT, CVPP, anesthesia technician at the Center for Animal Referral and Emergency Services, discusses the benefits of individualized anesthesia plans.

Charlotte Lacroix, DVM, JD, editor-in-chief of American Veterinarian, explains all of the different changes happening in the veterinary field.

Charlotte Lacroix, DVM, JD, editor-in-chief of American Veterinarian, explains the challenges of being a veterinarian today.

Tasha McNerney, CVT, CVPP, anesthesia technician at the Center for Animal Referral and Emergency Services, busts some myths surrounding anesthesia and pain management.

Tasha McNerney, CVT, CVPP, anesthesia technician at the Center for Animal Referral and Emergency Services, discusses ways to enhance pain management practices.