Understanding HIV/AIDS
Sunday, January 13 at 10 pm ET, join Radford Davis, DVM, MPH, DACVPM, for Why Veterinarians Need To Understand HIV/AIDS. Anyone can be affected by this disease - including you, your team members and your clients. Attend this session to learn how to counsel your clients and find out what's really necessary to prevent transmission.
Great CE Down Under!
The 2008 Australian Veterinary Association (AVA) Annual Conference will be held in Perth on Australia’s beautiful west coast from May 25-30, 2008. The Conference brings together veterinary specialists from all over Australia and the world for a week of work, rest and play! The program has a strong line up of local and international speakers covering a diverse range of topics from small animal dermatology to emerging infectious diseases, climate change, stress and work life balance and equine influenza. There's sure to be something of interest to all veterinarians. Visit the AVA online for more information on the conference and to learn more about the amazing city of Perth. Start planning your trip down under and we look forward to seeing you in Perth in May! Yes, the VIN CyberCafe will be there for you :)
Drug Pricing Survey Results Available in the VIN Library
The results of the Small Animal Drug Pricing Survey are summarized by geographic regions and practice types. Join the discussion. If you participated in another survey and haven't seen the results, check the Survey Results in the Archive section of the Library. Need Help?
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Thirteen cases of tetanus in dogs
Complications encountered during management included aspiration pneumonia in three cases, urinary tract infection in two cases, and upper respiratory tract obstruction, hiatal hernia, coxofemoral luxation, seizures, and respiratory arrest in one case each. None of the dogs required ventilatory support, and the complications were managed successfully.
The neurologic examination and neurodiagnostic techniques for reptiles
This article will focus on specifics of performing the neurologic examination and neurodiagnostic testing in reptiles, and how these examinations differ from those performed in more conventional species. Physical examination and history are discussed, as well as invasive and noninvasive testing modalities.
The spectrum of canine cutaneous perivascular wall tumors: morphologic, phenotypic and clinical characterization
The spectrum of human cutaneous PWT includes glomus tumor, hemangiopericytoma (HEP), myopericytoma, angioleiomyoma/sarcoma, angiomyofibroblastoma, and angiofibroma. The purpose of this study was to revise clinical presentation, cytology, histopathology, and immunohistology of canine cutaneous PWT with cytology typical of canine HEP.
Spontaneous osteosarcoma in a rabbit (Oryctolagus Cuniculus)
A 6-year-old male cross-breed rabbit (Oryctolagus cuniculus) was presented with lameness and severe swelling from the right shoulder to brachium. On 16-detector helical computed tomography images of the amputated right forelimb after being fixed in formalin, evident proliferative and destructive lesions of bone were observed.
Stability of reconstituted vaccines
On occasion, too many vaccines get reconstituted for a spay day or mobile spay/neuter clinic. As long as they are refrigerated or kept in a cooler with ice packs (but not frozen) they should be ok to use the same day, even in a shelter situation?
Do we need a business license?
Recently, a clinic that I have performed relief services for in the past is insisting that I need a business license so that they can prepare their taxes appropriately. For all other clinics that I have worked at, I have provided them with a W-9 form and included my social security number as my tax identification number without a problem. Am I operating illegally?
Excellent radiographs of a cat with pneumoperitoneum
This 15 year old cat presented for bloating belly. Vomited twice last week, appetite decreased, but still eating some. Last few days stomach getting distended.
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 Sunday Rounds
Sunday, January 13, 10:00 pm ET (January 14, 03:00 am GMT)
Join Radford Davis, DVM, MPH, DACVPM, for Why Veterinarians Need To Understand HIV/AIDS.
Review the handouts in advance!
Use the Rounds link to join the discussion.
This Week's Rounds Schedule
Virtual Coffeehouse
Tuesday, January 15, 9:30 pm ET (January 16, 02:30 am GMT)
With a new year, comes your chance to make a new start. Stop by and share your new beginnings with your colleagues.
Use the Coffeehouse link to join the discussion.
This Week's Rounds Schedule
How To Use VIN: Part 3
Wednesday, January 16, 9:30 pm ET (January 17, 02:30 am GMT)
Learn how to be a Super VINner!
Email Nate@VIN.com for more information about this free, three-session course.
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This Week's Rounds Schedule
Recent Rounds
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Small Animal Dentistry: A Manual of Techniques
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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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For More Information on VIN's Upcoming CE Courses, check out the CE Main Page. 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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