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Editor's Note: DVM Newsmagazine asked six thought-leaders at CVC East in Baltimore to talk about five of the most pressing issues facing the veterinary profession. During the succeeding months, each of the issues introduced at the DVM Newsmaker's Summit will be presented for publication. This month, the panel takes on the supply of veterinarians and future professional opportunities. Dr. Lonnie King introduces the issue.

Veterinary Diagnostics Institute Inc. (VDxI) announces the launch of Canine CardioCare, the first canine-specific N-terminal brain natriuretic peptide (NT-proBNP) blood test to detect heart disease in dogs.

Running for his second-term as Georgia governor, Sonny Perdue, DVM, announced he would eliminate state income tax for seniors.

Doc's Duds introduces the Betty and Wayne antimicrobial laboratory coats.

Schaumburg, Ill. - Dr. Richard Meadows received the Leo K. Bustad Companion Animal Veterinarian of the Year Award.

Jorgensen Laboratories, Inc. and the Richard Wolf company of Germany joined together to offer a wide range of endoscopy equipment for the veterinary market.

Philadelphia - In the wake of a recent study concluding 70 percent of 9,500 ground-zero workers suffer extensive health problems, two veterinary scientists note first-responder dogs had no related illnesses.

More veterinarians are serving in public office than 30 years ago, experts say. So much so, a new position was created at the American Veterinary Medical Association in March 2005 to accommodate the growing trend-assistant director of state legislation and regulatory affairs, held by Adrian Hochstadt.

Smart Pak Canine introduces Smart Pak, a customized food plan for dogs.

AgriLabs announces the United States Food and Drug Administration approval of FluNix-D (flunixin meglumine) for use in lactating dairy cows.

Howell Book House introduces "The Ultimate Cat Treat Cookbook: Homemade Goodies for Finicky Felines."

Novartis introduces a Web site designed to help owners identify and seek treatment for skin problems in their dogs.

DBL7 introduces the Canis Major? with an added built-in scale to its wet dental/treatment lift table.

EPS?, Inc. introduces Chemo-Safety Bags.

BCP Veterinary Pharmacy introduces BCP PZI, bovine protamine-zinc insulin.

Fort Collins, Colo. - An antiviral drug used to treat humans for certain viral diseases is showing promise in the treatment of eye disorders associated with feline herpesvirus type 1 (FHV-1).

MILLSBORO, DEL. - Intervet introduces PreveNile, a modified-live virus (MLV) vaccine for West Nile Virus (WNV) in horses.

EPS introduces Emergency Drug Boxes available in two designs and three sizes.

The Animal Rehabilitation and Wellness Institute introduces the Biko Physio Brace as a mobility aid for dogs with gait dysfunction.

Fort Dodge Animal Health announces licensure from the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) for Suvaxyn? PCV2 One Dose.

The use of motorized dental equipment has become quite popular and is now commonly used by many veterinarians and equine dental technicians around the world.

Animal Rehabilitation and Wellness Institute introduces Femwrap, for females with urinary incontinence or in heat.

Schaumburg, Ill. - The most recent E. coli outbreak in spinach reaffirms the vulnerability of our food safety system, reports the American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA).

PORTLAND, ORE. - SmartStart Practice LLC introduces SmartStart Practice, an accelerated study program and consulting support designed to give first-time veterinary practice owners a big-picture overview of what it takes to create a high-touch, client-centered practice and to successfully run a small business.

In regard to legal troubles, expect it where you least expect it. As a veterinarian, I've had more than my share of employees, associate veterinarians and litigious clients.

DULUTH, GA. – "The Smile Book", a dental resource for veterinarians and veterinary staff, is now available in its fifth edition.

Addison Laboratories introduces Maxi/Guard? Zn7? Derm in 1-oz. to 4-oz. sizes.

Fort Collins, Colo. - A $1-million gift to Colorado State University's equine veterinary program will support internationally known equine orthopedics and reproduction research at the university.

The Zoological Education Network announces the release of a DVD for managing captive birds.

Thank you for the very informative and thought-provoking article "Animal abuse: What practitioners need to know" (August 2006). I have become more aware of the possibility of abuse as I examine my patients.