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Ocular emergencies: Presenting signs, initial exam and treatment (Proceedings)In this text, I will touch on a few select ocular emergencies that are deemed dire if vision or the globe is to be saved.
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Sunshine on a rainy dayJust like this doctor, you may find the letters, photos, and mementos you receive from clients provide a critical pick-me-up when the tough days seem to outweigh the joys of practice.
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Business ethicsSolid business ethics can help you establish a profitable, successful practice. And your clients will see your good side, too. Here are seven principles of admirable business ethics:
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The unlikely face of addictionVeterinarians are bright, independent people, and they can hide addiction and depression for years. But this doctor proves good things can happen when the ugly truth comes to light.
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Dermatologic diagnostics: What you can do in clinic (Proceedings)Cytology is done primarily to identify infectious organisms, in particular bacteria (cocci versus rods) and yeast (Malassezia).
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Diagnosing and treating Cushing's disease (Proceedings)Hyperadrenocorticism (HAC) (commonly called Cushings disease) is a commonly diagnosed endocrinopathy in dogs which is caused by persistently high cortisol levels in circulation.
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Are we honestly surprised?California reporter Rick Romero is often good-naturedly credited with filing incredibly obvious news flashes on the hilarious website fark.com.
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Zoonotic parasitic infections contracted from dogs and cats: How frequent are they?Veterinarians in practice are on the front lines in preventing transmission of pet-associated zoonotic parasite infections because of their knowledge of the potential risks and through their contact with pet owners.
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Mandibular fracture repair using acrylic external fixators (Proceedings)Mandibular fracture is a relatively common injury. Surgical repair of the mandible is complicated by the presence of tooth roots and a mandibular canal with its neurovascular contents.
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Surgical tooth extractions (Proceedings)Before any mention of surgery is made pain management must be addressed.
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On the Forefront: Cardiac cellular transplantation: A future treatment for heart disease?CCT aims to replace lost cardiomyocytes with progenitor cells capable of growing into new cardiac-like tissue.
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Giving an old house a cutting-edge extensionCombining history with innovation is a hallmark of New England. And Gardner Animal Care Center pays homage to that tradition by building its modern, high-tech veterinary hospital adjacent to a 233-year-old restored Massachusetts farmhouse.
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Video: How to perform a belt-loop gastropexyPrevent GDV in your at-risk patients with this simple technique.
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Veterinarian blends career with World War II historyDon Allen, DVM, cares for a cadever dog on the hunt for veterans' remains.
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Colic: the deciding factors – from referral to surgery (Proceedings)Thorough and timely assessment play a significant role in successful treatment of the critical colic
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Mastering Management: Tackle leadership with a team effortThe 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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Therapy of CHF: choices and controversies (Proceedings)Congestive heart failure (CHF) is not a primary disease; rather it is the manifestation of the failing heart that arises from neurohumoral compensation. The primary problems that underlie CHF can be diverse, but commonly involve myxomatous mitral valve disease (MMVD) or dilated cardiomyopathy (DCM) in dogs and hypertrophic cardiomyopathy in cats.
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New information sheds more awareness on canine ehrlichiosisThe incidence and awareness of canine ehrlichiosis have increased dramatically during the last few years. Some ehrli-chia organisms have been reclassified with new nomenclature using highly specific molecular testing procedures.
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How to manage your construction project while staying in businessPlanning, managing, and staying within your budget during construction can feel overwhelming. Consider these useful tips to help keep you on track for a successful project completion.
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Disenfranchised grief: Why pet owners aren’t allowed to mournVeterinary team members wield the ability to smoothly guide pet owners through the grieving process of losing a pet. Here is how.
