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Check out the Student Center!
Check out all the great resources we've compiled for students (and students at heart) in the VIN Student Center. You will find a link in the VINDEX on the Front Page and in VIN's Library.
WALTHAM(R) Helps Sponsor Student Access to VIN! Remember, WALTHAM(R) USA helps sponsors Student Access to VIN. Please take a moment to send a big "Thank You!" to WALTHAM(ThankYouWaltham@VIN.com) for their generous support of the VIN Student Member program. Planning to Hire a New Grad? The best graduating seniors are regular VIN users. Post your position in Vetquest Classifieds. We have a category called -- Positions Offered -- New Graduates. Help us "seed" this new category as we encourage the 2004 Graduates to search for open positions and post their resumes. Remember to check out the 'New For 2004' section of the VIN Library! New Clinical Study
Diarrhea in Puppies and Kittens
Recent additions to the Library include: Additions and Updates in VeterinaryPartner.com:
Determinants of weak femoral artery pulse in dogs with mitral valve prolapse
Weak femoral artery pulses in dogs with myxomatous mitral valve disease seem to be associated with regional/local reductions in blood flow and not arteriosclerosis or platelet count.
Chronic Inflammatory Disorders of the Gastrointestinal Tract of Companion Animals
When severe lymphangiectasia is present, priority should be given to dietary fat restriction over antigenic novelty.
Breakthroughs in Radiography: Computed Radiography
Retakes are significantly reduced with digital radiography. Some, but not all, problems that cause retakes can be remedied. Specifically, problems with exposure can often be remedied through manipulation of the image on the computer.
Evaluation of Cisplatin Combined with Piroxicam for the Treatment of Oral Malignant Melanoma and Oral Squamous Cell Carcinoma in Dogs
Clearance of cisplatin in dogs that were treated with cisplatin alone was not significantly different from that in dogs treated with a combination of cisplatin and piroxicam.
Length Of Residencies
I looked on the match program homepage and noticed some residencies are 2 year and some are 3 year. Why the difference?
Tips On Preventing Immiticide Reaction
When we first started using Immiticide several years ago, I had a dog who developed a nasty swelling. Since then, we always apply pressure with four fingers to give a broad area of compression, and always hold for at least two minutes ...
Rhino Iquana Aggression Information
Rhino iguanas, especially males, get really aggressive as they age. (Think of the worst male green iguana, and then triple this!)
How To Do A Cesarean In A Cow
I doubt that there are any really authoritative resources for a field C-Section, but I'll post some tips. Many of the sections that we perform are done in the middle of the night with one resident (or me), one student, and an undergrad prevet for the go-fetchit part. We still do a lot of the c-sections on the floor, and they are a lot like the field situation, except we've got heat, light, and running water ...
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 Sunday Rounds
Sunday, March 14, 10 pm ET -
Join Kathy Lunn, BVMS, MS, PhD, MRCVS, DACVIM, for Does This Dog Have Cushing's?
Rounds Room
Virtual Coffeehouse
Tuesday, March 16, 9:30 pm ET -
How are your clients treating you? Stop by and decompress!
Rounds Room How To Use VIN: Part 3
Wednesday, March 17, 9:30 pm ET -
Learn how to use VIN's knowledgebase! Email Nate@VIN.com for more information about this free three-part course.
Rounds Room
Sunday Rounds
Sunday, March 21, 10 pm ET - Rounds
Join Peter A. Weinstein, DVM, MBA, for Talking Money To Your Clients: How To Discuss Financial Subjects Such As Pet Insurance, Care Credit, And Estimates.
Rounds Room Aussie Rounds Upcoming:
Saturday, March 27 (time TBA)!
Join Dr. Elizabeth Dill-Macky, BVSc(Hons), DACVIM, MACVSc, for Immune Mediated Haemolytic Anaemia and Thrombocytopaenia.
Recent Rounds
* Rural Area Veterinary Services
* The Diagnostic Approach To PU-PD
* Insulinomas (Aussie Rounds)
* Feline Emergency Cases
* New Associate Survival Tips
* Rabbit Gastrointestinal Disorders
 Abstract Of The Week:
Laser applications for corneal disease
Website Of The Week:
Diagnostic Radiology and more……
Book Review:
Practical Equine Dermatology
This resource is available in the VINstore.
eVetsites Tip of the Week:
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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
From the Boards:
* Potassium Iodide For Nuclear Emergencies
* Digital Camera Specs
* Jaw Abscess, Rabbit
* EPA And Counterfeit Pesticides
Key Practice Indicators from Program to Profit
VIN's Key Practice Indicators - From Program to Profit will explore new and old practice success idicators, as well as how they can be used in making the strategic decisions needed to flourish in the dynamic veterinary marketplace of tomorrow. Dates:
April 6 to April 27, 2004
Interactive Sessions: Tuesdays, 9:30-11:30 PM ET Instructor:
Thomas E. Catanzaro, DVM, MHA, FACHE Diplomate, American College of Healthcare Executives CE Hours: 6 Tuition:
Member/$86, Non-Member/$141 by March 23;
Member/$96, Non-Member/$156 after March 23
To Register: Visit Key Practice Indicators - From Program to Profit and click on the Enroll now link. Interested in other online VIN CE? Scheduled courses include: 2004 Courses with Dates TBD: - Equine Reproduction
- Topics in Nephrology
- Ferret Medicine
Click the CE button on VIN's main nav bar to learn more about these courses -- and to sign up!
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