When you need an anesthesia/surgery record form...
VIN has one for you! Thanks to the generosity of VINners, we are able to provide a collection of sample forms suitable for use in various practices. A generalized version of many of the forms is stored in our database - download and personalize them for your clinic in your word processor.
Welcome to VetCentric, the newest folder participant in the Vet Industry message board!
Welcome to VetCentric, the newest folder participant in the Vet Industry message board!
We're excited by the opportunities to share knowledge and support that VetCentric, will bring to the VIN community. Please take a moment to welcome our newest addition to the Vet Industry message board. Remember to post your questions about the company's products. (While you're in the industry folders, check out all of the other companies that are willing and able to answer your product questions!) A Note From Paul About Industry on VIN:
As a result of the recent rapid rise in the number of industry folders on VIN, a few have written to ask if VIN has changed its position regarding independence from industry. Rest assured that nothing has changed. VIN remains committed to the VIN Policies on Commercialism. We all benefit from increased communication and access between colleagues in practice, academia, and industry. Facilitating this communication is our goal. We are pleased that more of our colleagues in industry are recognizing this and joining the discussion.
Now available in the VIN Store...
BSAVA Manual of Canine and Feline Behaviour (co-written by our own Debra Horwitz, DVM, DipACVB) deals with dog and cat behaviors using a problem-oriented approach, emphasizing the practical aspects of behavior in the straightforward style of the British Small Animal Veterinary Association (BSAVA). The manual’s chapters are written by international experts and are organized in a standard format to aid in information retrieval.
Check it out in the bookstore!
New Articles On VeterinaryPartner.com:
Texas Farm Bureau:
Evaluation of the Association Between Initial Proteinuria and Morbidity Rate or Death in Dogs with Naturally Occurring Chronic Renal Failure
Relative risks of development of uremic crises and death were approximately 3 times higher in dogs with UP:C greater than 1.0, compared with dogs with UP:C less than 1.0. Relative risk of adverse outcome was approximately 1.5 times higher for every 1-unit increment in UP:C.
Superiority of the gastroduodenal safety profile of licofelone over rofecoxib, a COX-2 selective inhibitor, in dogs
In contrast to licofelone, rofecoxib was found to induce significant gastric and gastroduodenal lesions in dogs that lacked pre-existing lesions at baseline
Evaluation of the anti-endotoxic effects of polymyxin-E (colistin) in dogs with naturally occurred endotoxic shock
The anti-endotoxic effects of polymyxin –E (Colistin) were studied in 30 dogs with endotoxemia. Colistin administered along with ampicillin resulted in improved hydration, capillary refill time and peripheral pulses; serum TNF-alpha concentrations were statistically decreased in the test group. The authors conclude that polymyxin-E (colistin) has anti-endotoxic effects.
Evaluation of the Analgesic Effects of Phenylbutazone Administered At a High or Low Dosage in Horses with Chronic Lameness
No significant differences in mean peak vertical force and clinical lameness scores were found at any time when phenylbutazone was administered at the low versus high dosage.
Reconstructive Surgery Case; Allevyn Wound Dressings
Do you have Allevyn wound dressings in the States? Just want to make a plug for them, because they are so useful. We stitch them into the wound and then change every 7 days.
To Be AAHA Or Not To Be
What are people's current feelings about belonging to AAHA. I am buying an existing practice that I want to have progressive medicine and surgery. Do y'all feel that AAHA is the only way to achieve this?
Information On Vetsulin And Opinions On First Choice Insulins In Cats; Ultralente Efficacy? IM Or SC Injections?
Vetsulin (Intervet) was released at NAVC. It is a very good insulin for cats, although the Idexx PZI would be even more similar to feline insulin than Vetsulin. We have used it extensively in cats for over 5 years in Canada under the name Caninsulin. It is my first choice in my diabetic patients.
Cyclosporine For AIHA - Taper or Stop Abruptly? Treatment of AIHA; Cost of Cyclosporine and Potential Adverse Effect of Lymphoma
You know what I worry about with long-term cyclosporine is the induction of lymphoma later in their life. Here's a blurb from Clare Gregory's chapter in CVT 13 on Immunosuppressive agents: 'As in people, cyclosporine can promote the development of neoplasia, particularly lymphomas, in cats and dogs. The administration of high levels (1-2 mg/kg over 24 hours) of prednisolone with cyclosporine increases the likelihood of tumor formation.' I wonder whether this is something we'll see down the line with the advent of the use of Atopica for lots of animals with skin disease. Yes, it's at a much lower dose than is used for IMHA, but I still wonder. Wonder if the company has looked at this....
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 Sunday Rounds
Sunday, May 1, 10 pm ET
Join John Cullen, VMD, PhD, DACVP, for Liver Biopsies: Submitting Good Samples And Making Sense Of The Report.
This Week's Rounds Schedule -- use the Rounds link to join the discussion.
Virtual Coffeehouse
Tuesday, May 3, 9:30 pm ET
Had any weird patients lately? Stop by and share!
This Week's Rounds Schedule -- use the Coffeehouse link to join the discussion.
How To Use VIN: Part 1
Wednesday, May 4, 9:30 pm ET
Learn how to use your computer and VIN.
Email Nate@VIN.com for more information about this free, three-part course.
Recent Rounds
Arterial Thromboembolism In CatsObesity in CatsCommon Pitfalls Of Buying Or Selling A PracticeBacteriuria Heartworms RevisitedFeline Renal TransplantationEnsuring Practice GoalsTax Law ChangesHistiocytic Disease in Dogs (ACVSc)Beyond General PracticeTaking The Plunge: Intermediate Fish MedicineAcute Systemic Anaphylaxis in Cats
 Abstract Of The Week:
Topical Pimecrolimus in Keratoconjunctivitis Sicca and Chronic Superficial Keratitis
What's Your Diagnosis?
* Adrenalectomy: Post-Op Problems
* Case Archives
Website Of The Week:
Using the new Smart Links
Book Review:
Small Animal Nutrition
Order this book from the VIN Store.
eVetsites Tip of the Week:
Image Manager will now optimize your images
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: IAAAM, and ACVIM.
From the Boards:
* IVDD Incidence: Intact vs Castrated Males
* Sarcoptic Mange Treatments For Shelter Animals
* Deslorelin Dosing
* Dog With Hypertriglyceridemia And DM
Challenges Facing the Receptionist/Front Office Staff Member (Intermediate Receptionist/Front Office Skills)
- Seeking ways to improve productivity and efficiency at your practice?
- Need to hone your staff's skills with handling unhappy or demanding clients?
- Looking for tips on maintaining a smooth patient flow in and out of the exam room while staying on schedule?
- Does your staff know how to market the doctor's recommendations since clients value their expertise?
VSPN CE can help! VSPN's Challenges Facing the Receptionist/Front Office Staff Member CE course can unify your front desk staff and help to create a loyal clientele that will assure compliance with the doctor's recommendations. Your front desk staff will attract new clients, solidify the current clients and generally improve productivity and efficiency in your veterinary practice along with handling the distressed client. Instructors:
Phyllis Webster, AA, OM Dates: June 1 - June 30, 2005
Interactive sessions: Monday evenings, June 6, 13, and 20; 9:30pm - 11:00pm ET CE Hours: 4.5 (RACE and VHMA approved) Tuition:
$77 ($69.00 early bird special if registered before May 18, 2005). Required Textbook:
The Veterinary Receptionist's Handbook
This book can be purchased from the VIN bookstore. Recommended Text:
Client Satisfaction Pays
This book can be purchased from the VIN bookstore. Adjunct materials (Available from the VIN Bookstore): To Enroll: Visit Challenges Facing the Receptionist/Front Office Staff Member and click on the Enroll now link. More CE from VSPN:
Looking for more great CE?
Other scheduled VIN CE courses include:
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