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3 steps to solving veterinary practice problemsImmersing yourself in the day-to-day activities of your hospital can make all the difference when tackling client, patient and employee problems.This was written by one of 10 finalists for the Veterinary Economics Practice Manager of the Year award, sponsored by VPI. For more from each finalist and a slideshow of the nominees, visit dvm306.com/PMOY.
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A technician's role in dermatologic exams (Sponsored by Lilly)As a veterinary technician, the vital role you play with dermatology patients cannot be emphasized enough. Obtaining an accurate history, correctly performing diagnostic procedures, and educating clients are essential for the successful management of patients with dermatologic conditions.
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A case-based clinician's approach to vomiting dogs (Proceedings)We have a positive cryptococcus on this cat 7-20-10. Chem normal except glob 6.8 and alb 2.1., wbc 27,820. Primarily granulocytes, dec lynphycytes. Rbc 7,420 mild dehydration. Faint positive leukemia neg fiv.
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A river runs through herI spend my weekends paddling. And we're not talking relaxing jaunts on placid lakes, here-this is white-water canoeing.
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Lasers: Applications for therapeutic useAnswers to frequently asked questions you need to know.
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CVC Highlight: A quick Q&A on feline vaccine site-associated sarcomasSome recommendations regarding vaccination and reducing the risk of vaccine site-associated sarcoma.
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Surgery STAT: Examining options to treat feline inflammatory polypsFeline inflammatory polyps are benign growths originating from the middle ear of cats and can result in upper-airway obstruction, otitis externa and otitis media. The two most common methods of removal are by traction and ventral bulla osteotomy.
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Diagnosing food allergies in dogs and catsBring your case to trialAn elimination diet trial is the only way to diagnose a food allergy in a dog or cat. Heres a step-by-step guide for selecting and conducting an elimination diet trial.
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Pain recognition and management (Proceedings)What is pain? Pain is defined as an unpleasant sensory and emotional experience associated with actual or potential tissue damage. All potential and actual tissue damage in animals should be considered to cause pain. Pain can be experienced with or without accompanying signs of stress (e.g., tachycardia, hypertension). The first step in treating pain is to recognize the signs and symptoms.
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New tests make feline, canine pancreatitis diagnosis easierPancreatitis is a common disorder in both cats and dogs, according to pathological examination of pancreas tissue post-mortem.
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Which insulin should I use? (Proceedings)Insulin has become increasingly important in the treatment of dogs and cats with diabetes mellitus. Almost all dogs are classified with insulin-dependent or type 1 diabetes mellitus.
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Managing pain in food animals (Proceedings)The capacity to experience pain is considered to have a protective role by eliciting behavioral responses aimed at reducing further tissue damage and enhance wound healing. However, persistent pain syndromes offer no biological advantage and are associated with suffering and distress.
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Anesthetic monitoring savvyUnderstanding and interpreting data from a multi-parameter monitor is paramount to a successful anesthetic experience in veterinary practice. Consider this advice to understand these vital values and explore what to do when you encounter abnormalities.
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What is negotiable?Everything's negotiable. That doesn't mean you'll get it, but it is negotiable. First, think of what is important to you. Make a personal list of what you must have vs. what you want in your first job. Decide where you can be flexile, but also know the issues that are deal breakers for you.
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Ophthalmic anatomy and diagnostics (Proceedings)Pertinent ophthalmic anatomy for veterinarians in private practice is reviewed from the outside in, as are related diagnostic tests and pertinent diseases. In order, the orbit, eyelids, third eyelid, tear film, nasolacrimal drainage system, cornea and sclera, lens, uveal tract (iris, ciliary body, choroid), iridocorneal angle and aqueous dynamics, vitreous, retina, optic nerve, and visual cortex are reviewed.
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A mulitmodal approach to treating canine osteoarthritis beyond NSAIDs (Sponsored by Nestlé Purina)This multimodal approach to the osteoarthritis patient will ideally increase pain-free movement, decrease inflammation, decrease stress on joints, and have some chondroprotective attributes.
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10 banking mistakes that can cost you or your veterinary practice bigKeep these 10 banking errors from chipping away at your net income
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Mastering Management: Business cards are goldenThe following tip is brought to you by a member of the Veterinary Leadership Group (VLG), a group of 20 management-savvy practitioners and hospital managers from across the country who meet twice a year to discuss business improvement, personal growth and social development issues for their practices.
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CVC highlight: How to break bad news to veterinary clientsCommunication strategies and tips for breaking difficult news to clients.
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Cesarean section in the bitch: Why mine is different from yours (Proceedings)For the committed dog breeder, what begins with a single pet as a casual hobby evolves into an avocation that is truly life-transforming. Often their every minute and dollar are expended in pursuit of their chosen "dog sport:"
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The pruritic dog: Differential diagnoses (Proceedings)A systematic approach to a dermatologic diagnosis begins with a good history followed by a thorough physical examination.
