Plan to attend the ACVIM Forum 2006!
The forum will take place May 31 - June 3 in Louisville, KY. Register soon! The early bird registration discount deadline is March 31. Explore the 2005 Forum Proceedings. Access to the 2006 Forum Proceedings will be available to registrants prior to the Forum.
UCD Canine Medicine Symposium!
The 9th Annual Canine Medicine Symposium will be held May 6-7 at UCD. Soak up some California sun and some CE hours. Explore the 2005 Symposium Proceedings
Common Dermatological Diagnostic Tests: Read this MedFAQ to learn all about them!
Many procedures can be performed in the clinic to help diagnose or rule-out skin disorders. An accurate diagnosis relies on good sample collection, whether for in-house analysis or for submission to a diagnostic service. This FAQ provides guidelines for collecting samples that are likely to be of diagnostic quality.
Dental Treats and GI Obstructions: Problem or Over-Reaction?
Recent media reports have brought this issue to the attention of our clients. Is it a large-scale problem or over-reaction to a few cases? Thus far, over 750 VINners responded to this survey in 3 days. Whether or not you have seen cases of GI obstruction related to Dental Treats --- PLEASE contribute your experience and insights.
Click here to participate!
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Texas Farm Radio:
Mechanical Effects of High Density Polyethylene Dynamic Compression Plate Hole Inserts on Bone-Plate Constructs
The polyethylene inserts improved the interface between bone plate and screw head, resulting in decreased relative movement of the implant and bone. The polyethylene inserts also resulted in less bending of the loaded screws.
Bilateral Nodular Lymphocytic Conjunctivitis in a Horse
Equine conjunctival pseudotumor/nodular lymphocytic conjunctivitis has been reported to be unilateral and have a good prognosis after partial or complete surgical excision. This is the first reported case of bilateral nodular lymphocytic conjunctivitis in a horse and for which surgical excision alone was not curative.
Impact of Molybdenum on the Copper Status of Red Deer (Cervus elaphus)
Increasing pasture Molybdenum (Mo) concentrations from 2 mg/kg dry matter(DM) to more than 4.6 mg/kg DM significantly reduced serum and liver Copper concentrations in grazing deer. Reduced growth rate was observed at pasture Mo concentrations more than 10 mg/kg DM.
Inherited Chondrodysplasia in Texel Sheep
This chondrodysplasia differs from those previously described in sheep and is considered to be a newly-recognised, recessively-inherited genetic disease of the Texel breed. A defect in the synthesis of glycosaminoglycans in cartilage matrix is suspected.
If You Could Do It Over Again ...
Would you still become a veterinarian???
Epidurals/Ring Blocks For Tail Docking
I am wondering about options/methods for docking tails on newborn puppies. I very much dislike cutting body parts off wide-awake newborns! I have tried masking down with iso, but have not found it very satisfactory. It takes too long, for one thing. What are others doing for local anaesthesia?
Risk Of Cancer To The Vet Doing A Necropsy On A Cancer Patient?
What are the chances of humans getting cancer from manipulating canine/feline cancer tissue/fluid/cells ...
Lab Is Offering A PCR DNA Test For Ringworm
The lab says "a PCR test was developed to detect most common dermatophyte species" ...
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 Disaster Preparedness Rounds
Sunday, March 26, 10 pm ET
Join Carol Foil, DVM, DACVD, for Lessons Learned At Louisiana State University.
This Week's Rounds Schedule -- use the Rounds link to join the discussion.
Virtual Coffeehouse
Tuesday, March 28, 9:30 pm ET
What sort of CE do you like to see offered at veterinary conferences? Stop by and tell us.
This Week's Rounds Schedule -- use the Coffeehouse link to join the discussion.
Recent Rounds
 Abstract Of The Week:
Congenital Myasthenia Gravis in Smooth-Haired Miniature Dachshund Dogs
What's Your Diagnosis?
* Iris Pigmentation
* Monthly Veterinary Challenge
* Case Archives
Website Of The Week:
Fluid Therapy and more ...
Book Review of the Week:
Guide to Laboratory Diagnosis, Third Edition
You can find it in the VIN Bookstore. Get More From VIN!
* How Do I...Email Another VINner?
* Read The "How To Use VIN" Tutorial
* How Can I ... Learn Associate?
* How Can I ... Become A Super-Duper VIN User?
eVetsites Tip of the Week:
Enhance your eVetsite I with a restart in eVetsite II
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: CVC East, Veterinary Dermatology Forum and BSAVA.
From the Boards:
* VMAT Volunteering
* Topical Eye Medications For Cataracts?
* Proper Terminology When Referring To Your "Technician"
* Leproid Granuloma
OSHA & Practice Safety
This course is designed for the Practice Owner, Manager or Administrator who desires to understand OSHA's Standards as well as practical ways to implement them in a veterinary practice. We attempt to avoid debating the merits of any particular requirement and focus on how to achieve compliance! This course will cover ALL aspects of a hospital safety program, not just the Hazard Communication Standard. The participants will be provided with many downloadable resources, including the actual text versions of applicable standards. Instructor:
Philip Seibert, CVT Dates:
April 17 - July 10, 2006
Real-time sessions: Monday evenings, April 17, 24, May 1, 8, 15. 2-week break, June 5, 12, 19, 26, July 3; 9:30 - 11:00 pm ET CE Hours: 15 Tuition:
Member/$299, Non-Member/$400 by April 3, 2006;
Member/$325, Non-Member/$437 after April 3, 2006;
Registration also open to VSPN members.
Course fee includes cost of printed manuals.
Veterinary students may enroll at a reduced price of $55. To Register:
Visit the OSHA & Practice Safety page and click on the Enroll Now link.
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