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New breakthroughs in veterinary oncologyPhilip Bergman, DVM, MS, PhD, DACVIM, discusses some of the latest advances in veterinary oncology
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Approach to the dyspneic patient (Proceedings)The presence of respiratory distress indicates either a problems with obstruction (e.g. laryngeal paralysis) or the lungs or pleural space.
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Radiography: How to use this imaging approach in acute vomiting patientsDr. Clifford (Kip) Berry explains why radiographs are great for initially identifying the cause of vomiting in cats and dogs.
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Important diagnostic test methods for avian patients (Proceedings)For a veterinary technician overseeing an avian or exotic animal patient, diagnostic testing is an essential tool in formulating a definitive diagnosis, prognosis and treatment plan. Diagnostic testing is simply not a luxury for veterinary teaching hospitals, but a necessity for every clinical practice that sees these patients.
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3 tips for an earth-friendly practiceReducing, recycling, and reusing plastic packaging is a regular habit at Peachtree Hills Animal Hospital in Atlanta, Ga.
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Plan for a seamless transitionQ. I've just been promoted to practice manager. How can I make sure I'm successful?
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Equine herpes I virus and equine neurologic disease (Proceedings)Equine herpes virus-1 (EHV-1) is, for multiple reasons, a problematic infectious disease in the horse.
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7 techniques for better radiographsand better patient careA radiograph can quickly become an expensive and a dangerous waste of time (think of that X-ray exposure!) if its not showing what is needed. Here are some tips to make you a pro.
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On the Job: Rachael LookabillWhat have I learned after 16 years as a veterinary receptionist? Certainly that I'm not just a receptionist. I've masqueraded as the kennel cleaner, the veterinary assistant, and the office manager.
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Head trauma (Proceedings)Head trauma can result from a variety of different types of injury in dogs and cats. The aim of treatment for head trauma is the prevention of secondary brain injury.
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Upping your lateral suture gameLateral suture stabilization is a viable treatment option for cranial cruciate ligament injury in dogs. Here are key points for increasing success in these cases.
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Sizewise, reach for the stars—not your walletEasy, budget-friendly ways to make your small veterinary practice appear larger.
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Interesting avian and exotic cases (Proceedings)A 4 year old neutered male rabbit weighing 1.98 kg presented in December of 2002 for a 1 year history of nasal discharge and violent sneezing.
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Analgesics in practice part 1: NSAIDS (Proceedings)Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) have been a mainstay of veterinary analgesia for many years. They are frequently used for the treatment of lameness, abdominal pain, inflammation, and fever.
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No meat? All meat? (Neither, please)Veterinary clients can go to opposite sides of a spectrum in diet preferences for their pets. But who's really in control?
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Toxicology Brief: Phenylephrine ingestion in dogs: What's the harm?Veterinarians should be aware of phenylephrine's toxic potential in dogs since its use as a human decongestant has likely increased.
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Feline-focused food puzzles dont have to be complicatedThis easy-to-assemble food puzzle comes to you courtesy of a Firstline reader.
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What every technician should know about flea control (Proceedings)Be familiar with the flea life cycle and where the stages live. Things you may not know:
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Face your fees head-on: Figure out what's changed, what hasn't, and what should (sponsored by Intervet/Schering-Plough Animal Health)In this economic climate, there's pressure both to charge more and to charge less-and creative ways to hold the line.
