Looking for some great CE?
VIN's CE is just what you need. It's convenient, inexpensive, and fits your schedule.Scheduled courses include:
2004 Courses with Dates TBD: - Topics in Nephrology
- Organ System Pathophysiology Review
- Emerging and Exotic Diseases of Animals
- Ferret Medicine
Click the CE button on VIN's main nav bar to learn more about these courses -- and to sign up!
What's new on VeterinaryPartner.com:
VeterinaryPartner.com, VIN's online information resource for your clients, is always adding new content. This week we added:
Long-term follow-up of dogs with patent ductus arteriosus
The maximum survival time postclosure was 168 months and, after non-occlusion, 114 months, suggesting that dogs with PDA follow an unpredictable course. However, there was a significant difference in survival times between the corrected and non-corrected group.
Effect of darglitazone on glucose clearance and lipid metabolism in obese cats
Darglitazone was effective in improving insulin sensitivity and glucose and lipid metabolism in obese cats.
Titanium Screws And Stainless Steel Implant
The worry with combining the metals is not so much a difference in the Young's modulus (a measure of elasticity) or strength of titanium and steel as it is a worry about corrosion. Remember that "regular" batteries produce current between differing metals in an acidic medium. The same can happen in the slightly acidic environment within a limb.
Early Spays And Neuters
Our practice is thinking about doing younger (less than 6 months old) spays and neuters. I have been trying to research any reason that we should not implement this new policy.
Future CE courses for Hospital Support Staff!
VIN CE: January 26 - March 5, 2004
Practical Veterinary Dentistry
Instructors: Drs. Steve Holmstrom, DVM, DAVDC; Bill Gengler, DVM, DAVDC
CE Hours: 12 CE Credits
VSPN CE : February 4 - March 11, 2004
Basic Receptionist Front Office Skills
Instructor: Phyllis Webster, AA, OM
CE Hours: 6 CE Credits VIN CE: February 23 - April 19, 2004
Basic Oncology
Instructors: Drs. Betsy Hershey, DVM, DACVIM; Pamela D. Jones, DVM, DACVIM; Elaine R. Caplan, DVM, DACVS, DABVP; Philip J. Bergman, DVM, MS, PhD, DACVIM; Craig A Clifford, DVM, MS, DACVIM; Susan Wynn, DVM; Greg Ogilvie, DVM, DACVIM
CE Hours: 14 CE Credits VIN CE: February 25 - March 10, 2004
Diagnostics for Feline Viral Pathogens
Instructor: Dr. Melissa A. Kennedy, DVM, PhD, DACVM
CE Hours: 4 CE Credits VSPN CE : February 27 - March 27, 2004
Vet. Asst. Module 2 - How the Veterinary Assistant Can Directly Improve Patient Care
Instructor: Heather Howell, LVT, MBA
CE Hours: 4.5 CE Credits VSPN CE : March 1 - March 22, 2004
ACTION Program for Pet Weight Management
Instructor: Dr. Geneva Keene Acor, DVM
CE Hours: 3 CE Credits VIN CE: March 3 - April 14, 2004
Basic Fish Medicine
Instructors: Drs. Drury Reavill, DVM, ABVP(avian), DACVP, Joseph M. Groff, VMD, PhD
CE Hours: 12 CE Credits VIN CE: March 10 - March 24, 2004
Pharmaceutical Regulatory Review
Instructor: Dr. Doug Kemp, Pharm.D.
CE Hours: 3 CE Credits VSPN CE : April 16 - May 15, 2004
Vet. Asst. Module 3 - Overview of Diagnostic Procedures
Instructor: Heather Howell, LVT, MBA
CE Hours: 4.5 CE Credits
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 Virtual Coffeehouse
Tuesday, January 20, 9:30 pm ET -
How is business so far this new year? Stop by and tell us.
Rounds Room
How To Use VIN Course: Part 3
Wednesday, January 21, 9:30 pm ET -
Learn how to use Search, Library, and Associate. Email Nate@VIN.com for more information about this FREE three-part course.
Rounds Room
Sunday Rounds
Sunday, January 25, 10 pm ET -
Join Dr. Paul Pion for VIN Today And VIN Tomorrow: Help Direct Our Future. (Plus, this is your opportunity to check out VIN's new and improved Unity Conferencing System!)
Rounds Room
 Abstract Of The Week:
Weimaraners With Low Serum Immunoglobulin And Inflammatory Disease
Website Of The Week:
Fluid Therapy Case Studies and more...
Book Review:
Atlas Of Diagnostic Radiology Of The Horse: Diseases Of The Front And Hind Limb, Second Edition
This resource is available in the VINstore.
eVetsites Tip of the Week:
Recovering Mistakenly Deleted Web Pages and Text
VINner Survey Results:
* Veterinary Support Staff
* Client Sympathy Response
* Grape/Raisin
* Consumer Reports
* ACE Inhibitor Use in Dogs
* Imaging & Telemedicine
* Nasal Mites
* Euthanasia Procedures
* FATE
* Veterinary Career Survey, Part 1
Recent Rounds:
* Securities Investment Strategies
* Case Study of Feline Respiratory Distress
* Atopic Dermatitis Update
* Highlights Of The Annual Dental Forum
* Chemistry Pitfalls
* Puzzled About FIP?
From the Boards:
* Dental Tools For Small Mammals
* Malocclusion Correction
* Who Owns The Records?
* Hoof Trimming In Swine
Too Hot To Trot: Fevers Of Unknown Origin
- Do those FUO cases make you sweat?
- Do you turn red in frustration when you see that same fever patient returning again and again and again?
- Do you feel the need for a tall cold drink every time an FUO comes in the door?
VIN CE can help!
Too Hot To Trot: Fevers Of Unknown Origin will teach you the common causes of FUO, what diagnostic tests are useful, and which supportive therapies can be helpful. Instructor:
Katharine F. Lunn, BVMS, MS, PhD, MRCVS, DACVIM Dates:
Jan 29th - Feb 12th, 2004
Interactive Session: February 5th; 9:30 - 11:30 PM ET Course Description:
Fever is a common clinical abnormality in small animal patients. In the majority of cases the cause is easily diagnosed and treated. But in a small percentage of patients the source of the fever is not readily apparent, and the problem becomes persistent or recurrent. These cases of Fever of Unknown Origin (FUO) can be challenging and frustrating for both the veterinarian and the client. This VINgnette is designed to make FUO less confusing and intimidating, and will focus on the selection of appropriate diagnostic tests. Case-based material will be used to illustrate different logical approaches to successful diagnosis and strategies for patient management. CE Hours: 3 CE Credits Tuition:
Member/$48, Non-Member/$92 To Register:
Visit Fevers Of Unknown Origin and click on the Enroll now link.
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