Associates
Episode 52: Navigating veterinary school while battling a disability
May 27th 2021On this episode of the Vet Blast Podcast, Jessica Hirsch, a veterinary student at Tufts University, opens up about taking a medical leave of absence during veterinary school, plus how she’s using her unique story to inspire and advocate for other students with disabilities.
Setting the timetable for sterilizing pets
May 25th 2021The timing of spay/neuter surgery—the first major milestone veterinarians must guide a puppy or kitten through—is a big decision for most pet owners. But there is no one-size-fits-all schedule for this procedure. When to sterilize depends on species, gender, and breed, and vets should customize their recommendations to accommodate individual pet needs.
AAVMP president sheds light on recent hate crimes against the Asian American Community
May 25th 2021The AAVMC recently hosted a podcast to raise awareness about the spike in hate crimes against the Asian American and Pacific Islander population and to discuss strides the Association of Asian Veterinary Medical Professionals is taking to improve diversity and inclusion within veterinary medicine.
Pharmacy relations 101: Common sources of error and prevention strategies
May 21st 2021Serious prescription errors have been reported when pet prescriptions are filled at community pharmacies. Awareness of why these errors might occur and strategies for prevention will help protect patient health and improve working relationships between veterinarians and community pharmacists.
Antibiotics for UTIs in dogs and cats?: When to say “no”
May 21st 2021A bacterial culture, the gold standard for detecting urinary tract infections can take days to produce visible results, causing doctors to prescribe antibiotics in the interim for pet symptom relief. Antech’s new FIRSTract produces results in just hours, helping to reduce overuse of antibiotics.