Double Rounds this Weekend!
The first rounds this Sunday, January 6 at 8:00 pm ET, features panelists from AAFP and AAHA reviewing the AAFP/AAHA Pain Management Guidelines. The second rounds session is open to you and your staff -- so tell them to meet you there and join Philip J. Seibert, Jr., CVT for Pregnancy in Practice at 10:00 ET. NOTE: Staff members should register early for VSPN to be welcomed in time for the session! VINners use the Rounds link in the Main Navigation bar to join the discussion. VSPNners use the link on the VSPN Main Page. To discover what other interesting rounds topics are coming soon, see This Week's Rounds Schedule. If you can't attend, be sure to check the Rounds or Front Page of VIN or next Tuesday's VIN This Week for links to the transcript of the discussion.
New Medical FAQ Added
We all know that accurate normal values depend on the laboratory and the methodology used to evaluate blood chemistries, but sometimes you just can't remember if an anion gap of 3 is bad news or good news. VIN's newest MedFAQ, Biochemical Reference Intervals And Conversions, will give you a quick idea of whether the results someone has posted on the message boards are normal or abnormal. The fastest route to an answer to your question is a VIN Database Search. Because many topics have been discussed multiple times on the message boards, the number of "hits" you get can be overwhelming. To help you, the VIN team of consultants (and other experts) continue to create up-to-date summaries (FAQs) of topics commonly discussed on the message boards. Save time, check out the Medical FAQs, before you post.
Participate in Clinical Research Studies!
Between the demands of practice and personal life, your precious free time (if you have any) is probably limited. Did you know you can contribute to veterinary research without leaving your home or office! Simply visit the Clinical Trials & Research Projects page to find a study recruiting patients. Stop back frequently by adding www.vin.com/research to your MyStuff or select "Clinical Trials" in the VINDEX. Recently added trials include: Need Help?
Having trouble logging in to VIN? Questions about your membership? Can't find that reference you need for a tough case? Help is a click, email or phone call away! (Hint: you can find this page anytime by clicking HELP on the main VIN Navigation Bar).
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Texas Farm Radio
Approach to the respiratory patient
This article focuses on reviewing the function of the respiratory system and how best to identify and diagnose cats and dogs with respiratory disease by implementing a thorough history and physical examination, as well as appropriate diagnostic testing.
Hyperlipidemia in dogs and cats
Increased triglyceride or cholesterol concentrations will often normalize if they are caused by a secondary disease that is successfully treated.
Interstitial lung diseases
Several noninfectious nonneoplastic interstitial lung diseases (ILDs) have been recognized in dogs and cats. Overall, these ILDs are poorly characterized, although awareness of the conditions based on descriptions of clinical case series may be increasing.
Salivary mucoceles in cats: a retrospective study of seven cases
In this case series, the most common presenting complaint was related to the presence of a ranula, which may cause respiratory stridor or gastrointestinal signs. Although uncommon, a salivary mucocele should be a differential diagnosis in cats with any intraoral swelling.
Dyspnea after thoracocentesis
15 year old cat came in on emergency a couple hours ago, emaciated but NOSF on exam except dyspneic, open mouthed breathing. Gums were still pink at that time. First RG showed increased opacity; drained 260cc straw to pink colored fluid from chest.
Restraint facilities for cattle cesareans
Am building a new clinic which is primarily equine/small animal but will provide emergency service for cows (until I can get the business going to hire a REAL cow vet). I will have an area in the clinic to be able to do C-sections.
Suggestion for giving pills to untouchable cats
These Spawn Of Satan cats present not only a diagnostic, but an ethical challenge as well. If we work them up and identify a problem, can the client safely treat them? Many times, the answer is no.
Is this corporate contract for relief work reasonable? Have attorney evaluate before signing
Please have an attorney who specializes in contracts look at it. I would not sign it as is. They are protecting their own legal butts, and it is up to you to protect yours.
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 AAFP Rounds
Sunday, January 6, 8:00 pm ET (January 7, 01:00 am GMT)
Join panelists from AAFP and AAHA to review the AAFP/AAHA Pain Management Guidelines.
Use the Rounds link to join the discussion.
This Week's Rounds Schedule
Sunday Rounds
Sunday, January 6, 10:00 pm ET (January 7, 03:00 am GMT)
Join Philip J. Seibert, Jr., CVT, for Pregnancy in Practice. (This session is also open to your staff through www.VSPN.org)!
Virtual Coffeehouse
Tuesday, January 8, 9:30 pm ET (January 9, 02:30 am GMT)
Share your goals for the new year with your colleagues!
Use the Coffeehouse link to join the discussion.
This Week's Rounds Schedule
How To Use VIN: Part 2
Wednesday, January 9, 9:30 pm ET (January 10, 02:30 am GMT)
Learn how to be a Super VINner!
Email Nate@VIN.com for more information about this free, three-session course.
Use the Rounds link to join the discussion.
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@ = VINcast is available for this session Placement and Maintenance of IV Caths @ Sepsis: Not A Synonym For Hopeless @ Communicating Value To Your Clients @ VETPROOF: Rebirth Of The ACE-I? @ Feline Weight Loss (AAFP Rounds)
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Small Animal Dentistry
You can find it in the VIN Bookstore!
Upcoming Conferences
Looking to attend -- or contribute a paper to -- a veterinary conference? Check out the On The Road With VIN folder, or the Press Releases folder, to see what conferences are coming up and to visit their web sites! Links to information about upcoming conferences include: NAVC, WVC and SAVMA.
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eVetsite Fee Schedule for 2008
These courses are currently open for enrollment. Click on the links to see the details and enroll!
For More Information on VIN's Upcoming CE Courses, check out the CE Main Page. Advanced Equine Reproductive Ultrasonography
December 2, 2007 - January 27, 2008 Rabbit Physiology, Husbandry and Behavior
January 22 - February 12, 2008 Immunotherapy and Chemotherapy
February 11 - February 25, 2008 Veterinary Dental Techniques Module 4
March 31 - May 5, 2008 CE Opportunities For Your Staff:
Common Domestic Animal Handling and Restraint for the Veterinary Practice
January 9 - February 15, 2008 VA Module 1: The Basics of Becoming a Veterinary Assistant and an Orientation to the Veterinary Hospital
January 22-February 21, 2008 Module 1: Exceptional Client Skills for Front Desk Staff
January 31-March 8, 2008
Please visit the How-to's of Online CE for more information about how to register and participate in online CE courses. If you're looking for information on CE opportunities for veterinary technicians, receptionists or practice managers, please visit the VSPN CE page. VSPN offers courses specifically tailored to veterinary support personnel and certain VIN courses are also open to VPSN members.
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