Technicians
5 must-reads for hump day humor
During those tough workweeks, a little laughter can go a long way. Check out these 5 articles for a midweek case of the giggles.
What a relief!
Meet Liz Hughston, MEd, RVT, CVT, LVT, VTS (SAIM, ECC), a self-employed relief technician with a passion for emergency medicine.
5 Must-reads for International Women's Day
Ladies (and gentlemen), check out these articles highlighting women in veterinary medicine.
Critical techniques for effective client communication
Accessing the client-patient circle of trust requires transparency, effective dialogue, and patience on both ends—and ensures trust and loyalty to your clinic.
Educating clients about geriatric pet care
Older cats and dogs require special care both in and out of the clinic. Here are some important behaviors owners should monitor at home, plus some tips and tricks you can recommend for caring for senior pets.
This week on dvm360: This week's veterinary news, plus an exciting announcement
A sneak peek at this week's headlines.
A veterinarian’s plea for help
As the world celebrates International Women’s Day, a female veterinarian from rural Australia writes a heartfelt plea for help, highlighting the challenges she faces running a veterinary practice amid a shortage of veterinarians.
AAHA, AAFP release updated Feline Life Stage Guidelines
The guidelines outline lifetime care and cat-friendly approaches to improve feline health and well-being.
Hospital expansion also builds community
A local fixture’s exponential growth offers better care for all.
5 must-reads for Poison Prevention Awareness Month
In observance of this special month, here are 5 articles that bust myths and misconceptions about toxicology in veterinary medicine, plus provide useful tips and tricks, and resources.
Find a mentor, shape your veterinary career
Learn how to connect with a mentor who can help you navigate the early years of your career as a veterinarian.
What was that? Top 10 veterinary client mispronunciations
From ‘heatworms’ to ‘rimadrill,’ our clients always keep us on our toes and guessing.
Sweet dreams: Use of low-dose dexmedetomidine for perioperative management of canine insulinoma
Judicious use of dexmedetomidine can be a useful adjunct in the management of dogs undergoing surgery to remove this pancreatic tumor.
5 must-read veterinary well-being articles
If you're battling burnout, compassion fatigue, or both, check out the following news stories for tips, resources, and more.
Flea, tick collars allegedly linked to nearly 1700 pet deaths, EPA monitoring situation
The EPA has received 75,000 incident reports involving Seresto since the flea and tick collar was introduced nearly a decade ago.
dvm360 announces 2021 Hospital Design Competition winners
Top honors went to Fenton River Animal Hospital in Stafford Springs, Connecticut, and VCA West Coast Specialty and Emergency Animal Hospital in Fountain Valley, California.
Measuring blood pressure and managing hypotension in the surgical patient
During anesthesia, trends in blood pressure must be monitored to develop a protocol and manage hypotension.
ICU bootcamp
Discover the strategies you need to develop standard protocols and best practices in critical care units, as well as important tools to maintain mental health while working in such a stressful and demanding environment.
AAFP releases feline hypertension toolkit
This new digital resource will help veterinary professionals access and gather vital information quickly.
When intentions don’t match results: why well-being plans fail
Find out why your plan to improve personal well-being isn’t working, and learn how to tailor your strategy for success.
Weight control for cats: Pushing flabby felines to flex their whiskers
Physical activity and creative mealtime strategies can support weight loss, boost quality of life, and bond cats more tightly with their humans.
News wrap-up: This week's veterinary headlines, plus an exciting announcement
Here's a sneak peek at some of this week's headlines.
Pediatric and geriatric anesthesia considerations
Old and young patients have unique needs when it comes to anesthesia. Understanding the pharmacodynamics of sedative, analgesic, and induction agents will improve safety and stability for all your anesthesia patients, regardless of age.
The sound of music in veterinary medicine
Certain musical tones and melodies have proven to elicit calming responses in animals. Learn how music therapy can benefit your pets and patients.
Caring for disabled pets: balancing medicine and compassion
The equipment and resources available today for disabled pets ensures that they can enjoy an excellent quality of life, but the veterinarian plays an integral role in ensuring a successful outcome.
Celebrating Black History Month: 4 influential figures you should know
Here’s a look at a few Black veterinarians whose leadership, determination and resiliency made a lasting imprint on this profession.
Management tips for constipated cats
Treating constipated cats can frustrate many veterinarians due to the chronic, recurrent nature of the disease. Developing an effective management strategy can improve outcomes for these patients.
How to kick toxic practice cultures to the curb
Your veterinary team is integral to your practice’s success. Find out how to address negative behaviors and nurture a cohesive and positive workplace.
Solving the itchy cat conundrum
Understanding the varied patterns of cutaneous lesions, response to treatment, and management of secondary issues is important for control of feline allergies.
Understanding opioids in veterinary medicine
The selection of opiates available and the various routes of administration provide a wide array of options for analgesia in veterinary patients.