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Veterinary practice: Stranger in fiction?These actors aren't vets, but they played them on TV. A retrospective of how TV and movies portray vets and veterinary practices.
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Promoting twice-yearly wellness examsThis preventive care program increases client bonding and extends pets' lives.
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Call of the wildNo two days are the same for Busch Gardens senior veterinarian, who cares for about 300 species.
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Toxicology Brief: Hydroxyurea toxicosis in dogs and catsAcute toxicosis with this antineoplastic drug can result in life-threatening signs.
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Editors' Guest: My eye-opening experience in editing a veterinary journalAfter several years in small-animal practice and a lengthy stint in industry work, I recently began working as a contributing technical editor for Veterinary Medicine.
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Above and beyondIt began with an unconscious kitten, bleeding out of one nostril with lung contusions on the same side, radiographs later showed. The owner's presentation didn't correlate with the injuries, and neglect or abuse was likely.
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To Err Is HumanMistakes in practice are inevitable. It is what we do after making an error that can help foster—or dissuade—the culture of infallibility that permeates our profession.
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4 Independence Day dangers for petsLoud noises aren't the only worry pets face on July Fourth. To help clients keep pets safe, be familiar with the signs and treatments for these four threats.
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Bird Flu: Disease takes off around the world, remains primarily an avian threatAvian influenza: It seems to be everywhere these days - on the news, in magazines, at the bookstores. Avian influenza even has been used on television for sweeps week!
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Dietary treatment of diabetes mellitus in dogs and cats (Sponsored by Nestle Purina)Dietary therapy is the key to proper management of the diabetic cat and dog.
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Managing expectations and maximizing patient outcome with cardiovascular disease (Proceedings)Veterinarians are often limited to drawing conclusions about a patients response to therapy following a 15 minute examination within the confines of the veterinary hospital.
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I lost it when my cat diedThe veterinary professional in me was determined to continue going to work. But personally, I was a mess. One day, while I was lost in a cloud of grief, my boyfriend asked, "Are you ever going to feel better?" I wasnt really sure.
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Knemidocoptiasis in birdsThis article reviews the recent literature, common clinical presentations, and current recommendations on diagnosing and treating knemidocoptiasis.
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Helping team members be their best: Implementing change in the hospital (Proceedings)An organizational culture consists of the values, beliefs, traditions, attitudes and behavior of the practice and the people that work in it.
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The red eye: diagnostics and treatment (Proceedings)The "red eye" may present for many different reasons. Periocular trauma, conjunctival hyperemia, corneal vascularization, intraocular hemorrhage, and detached subalbinotic retinas may all lead to the complaint of a "red eye". Examination of the eye should lead to localization of the abnormality and standard ophthalmic testing should be performed, including schirmer tear tests, fluorescein staining, and intraocular pressures.
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Why some mares respond to hormones and others don't (Proceedings)The use of ovulatory inducing agents is a key tool in the breeding management of mares.
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Want pet owners to say yes to recommendations? Try this.Help clients do the best they can for their pets.
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Local analgesic techniques for gonadectomy: Focus on testicular blockPlus, frequently asked questions
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Medical management of perianal fistulaManagement of perianal fistula has been a challenge for pet owners and their veterinarian. Treatment has historically been surgical debridement combined with long courses of antibiotics.
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How can new associates get to "yes" with veterinary clients?Engage pet owners to foster compliance.
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Bisphosphonates and navicular syndrome in horsesNew veterinary treatment options for this common cause of equine lameness are encouraging, but early results raise questions that need answering.
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Practical Matters: Consider immunohistochemistry when identifying tumorsComparing the microscopic features of tumor cells with their normal cellular counterparts is the key to diagnosing a neoplastic disease.
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7 steps to a senior-friendly practiceOlder clients may need a little extra care and attention to ensure a happy veterinary experience. Here's what you can do to help them help their pets.
