Technicians

In the previous lecture, the importance of being able to identify periodontal indices was discussed as well as the importance of correctly recording that pathology on dental charts. The indices most commonly evaluated are gingivitis, probe depth, gingival recession, furcation involvement, mobility and periodontal attachment.

Sustained hypotension is a life threatening situation where the body's major organs (kidney, liver, brain, and heart) can experience irreversible damage from inadequate perfusion pressure. Veterinary technicians may encounter hypotension frequently when caring for emergency and critical care patients, as well as anesthetized or post operative patients who are frequently at risk of systemic hypotension.

Fears about job security have crept into the workforce at large, but they don't need to sneak into veterinary practice. By taking initiative to be an A-plus team member, you'll solidify your place at the top of your boss's must-have list.

As veterinary technicians, your role is vitally important in enhancing the lives of the patients you care for (and for the clients who own them). Did you know that you are also important in creating and sustaining the culture in the hospital where you work?

The Board of Veterinary Medicine regulates and licenses people practicing veterinary medicine in the State. Although there are professional standards defining "veterinary-client-patient relationship" and proper prescribing of medications, it falls to the Board of Pharmacy in the state to regulate how prescription medications are dispensed to the general public.

The whole issue of ordering, storing, dispensing and recording controlled drugs can be of the most confusing in the veterinary practice. Since it's inception in 1970, the Controlled Substance Act has placed specific mandates on those who manufacture, distribute, administer or dispense drugs that are deemed addictive or abusive.

Whether the economy is good or bad, it seems we're always short staffed. So what do we do about it? First, you must develop a strategy. Remember, manpower is a resource just as money is.

In the language of law (at least in the US), the term "zoonoses" has not been defined. In medical terms, it refers to "infectious diseases shared by animals and humans." Of particular importance in both human and veterinary medicine are those zoonoses known to be transmitted directly from animals (vertebrates) to humans.

Cats are masters at hiding illness, so that clinicians must become expert at uncovering illness with a thorough medical history and feline-specific physical examination. Obtaining a medical history is easier than ever in today's electronic world. Clinicians can take advantage of multimedia tools to collect information, ranging from an email containing a basic signalment to videos of a particular behavior.

Companion pets are happier, healthier and living longer today than ever before for several inter-connected reasons. Changing owner attitudes toward their pets, has significantly contributed to increases in life expectancy.

Step one: Figure out the causes of team conflict. Then take action against them.

Does gender play a role when it comes to management skills in veterinary practice?

The lowdown on which species veterinarians and veterinary team members prefer to work with, why-and if it matters.

Here's a look at how the economy has affected your veterinary practice, your clients, and your patients.

Helping clients pay is about more than just the bottom line. It's about building bonds and providing pets with the care they need.

Veterinarians? Team members? Clients? You told us who you felt was at fault.

Great customer relations needn't be costly.

Your veterinary practice should create a page on this social media juggernaut. Here's how to make sure you use the site right.

Attract pet owners to your veterinary practice's website by embedding these videos.

Oil from the Gulf spill threatens pets. Here's what veterinary team members need to know about the top dangers.

The rules have changed when it comes to promoting yourself. See what's in ande out for today's work force.

Dr. Robin Downing summarizes ways to take your own career in hand.

Check out these pointers to help you better understand how to soothe pets.

Before signing on with a financial planner or advisor, ask these questions.

Veterinary team members need these three things to thrive at work.

You're all working hard, but are you working together? You might just be a group of people in the same clinic. Here's how to build a real veterinary team

Oscar bounces back from a leg injury thanks to custom-made implants.

Do you feel frustrated when clients ignore your recommendations? You're not alone. Use these tools to remove the common barriers that keep clients from following through.

I had to admit that our team was exhibiting some decidedly group-like tendencies?and it was mostly my fault.

Use a team effort to increase recycling efforts