VIN Breakfast at ACVIM
It's time for the VIN Breakfast at ACVIM! Are you planning on attending ACVIM 2004? If you are, let us buy you breakfast on Saturday morning. But wait, there is a catch -- I know, I know, nothing in life is free ... Take the Breakfast Survey so we will know that you are going to attend. That way, we can reserve a special place for you at one of the tables -- and in our hearts! If you have any questions or comments that you would like addressed at the breakfast, please feel free to let us know about these too.
The 2003 ACVIM Forum Proceedings are available in the VIN library. If you're planning to go to the 2004 ACVIM Forum in Minneapolis register now and receive access to the 2004 Proceedings before you leave for Minneapolis.
Going to ABVP?
Stop by VIN's Cyber-Cafe (in front of the Lafitte A ballroom in the Chateau Sonesta Hotel) and say hello! We'd love to meet you in person.
Hospital Web Sites
eVetSite Systems, a VIN service, makes website design easy! Multiple formats and styles (plus the advice of a helpful staff) will help you make your site the resource you want for your clients. Check it out at http://www.evetsite.com/.
Elsevier Health Publishing Raises Book Prices
Effective June 1, Elsevier Health Publishing (Mosby, Saunders, Butterworth, Heinemann, etc.) is raising prices on all its books. If you're thinking about ordering a book from this group, order before the price increase.
You'll find a link to the Bookstore in the VINdex (Front Page).
Newly Added VIN Content!
(All of these are searchable. In addition, the proceedings are listed in the "New For 2004" box in the Library.) New in VeterinaryPartner.com:
Pharmacokinetics of enrofloxacin in neonatal kittens
The half-life of enrofloxacin administered i.v. in 2-, 6-, and 8-week-old kittens was significantly shorter and its elimination rate significantly greater than that detected in adults. The apparent volumes of distribution were lower at 2 to 4 weeks and greater at 6 to 8 weeks. Oral administration of enrofloxacin resulted in poor bioavailability.
Expression of matrix metalloproteinases in feline vaccine site-associated sarcomas
Matrix metalloproteinase and TIMP expression was found in non-VSS, carcinomas, and VSS. No significant differences were found in patterns of expression among tumor types. Metastasis was found to be the only predictive factor for overall survival duration. A significant correlation was found between MMP2 and MT-MMP16 expression and overall duration of survival.
Effects of various anesthetic agents on laryngeal motion during laryngoscopy in normal dogs
Intravenous thiopental given to effect is the best choice for assessing laryngeal function in dogs. Dogs premedicated with acepromazine with or without opioids that require further anesthetic restraint for laryngoscopy should be anesthetized with isoflurane administered by mask.
The three-loop pulley suture versus two locking-loop sutures for the repair of canine achilles tendons
Gap formation can significantly delay tendon healing. Tendon repairs with a gap >3 mm are reported to be at increased risk of rupture during the first 6 weeks postoperatively.
Is Nighttime Water Restriction Ok for Puppies?
I recognize that it is easier to train puppies by limiting water consumption, but am concerned with the "breeder said to take the water away at 8 pm every night" recommendation I commonly hear. What are your thoughts?
Employees Surfing the Internet on Hospital Computers
What kind of guidelines do you think we should have. Where should they be listed (employee manual, job descriptions, minutes of a staff meeting, etc.)? How should they be enforced?
Tech Problems: A Recovering Addict, and a Dubious New Hire
If you decide to keep giving chances to employee #1, and a probationary period to employee #2, it will help everyone if you very clearly delineate what is expected, and what will not be tolerated. If you lay out A , B, and C, and they can't do it, then let them go. Addiction is complex, and the road to recovery is fraught with potholes. Assist reasonably, but don't enable.
City Wants Me to Attend Animal Cruelty Raid
I'd stay away lest you be pressured into pronouncing these owners "cruel" for political purposes of the locals. Then you'll be facing the legal music with the rest of them. Better talk to a lawyer and insurance company about your possible exposure here.
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 Virtual Coffeehouse
Tuesday, May 18, 9:30 pm ET -
Heard any good jokes lately? Stop by and share!
Rounds Room
How To Use VIN: Part 3
Wednesday, May 19, 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, May 23, 10 pm ET -
Join Kathy Lunn, BVMS, MS, PhD, MRCVS, DACVIM, for Cushing's: Part 3 (Therapeutic Options).
Rounds Room
Recent Rounds
 Abstract Of The Week:
Tolfenamic Acid in Dogs Undergoing Femoral Head and Neck Excision
What's Your Diagnosis?
Swollen Face
Website Of The Week:
Role Of Diet In Feline IBD and more ...
Book Review:
Veterinary Toxicology (The Practical Veterinarian Series)
This resource is available in the VINstore.
eVetsites Tip of the Week:
Image Optimization for your eVetsite
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 websites! Links to information about upcoming conferences include: ABVP, ACVIM, AVMA, AAV, CVC, IVECCS, ECVIM, SWVS
From the Boards:
* Swiffer Internet Rumor
* Ethoxyquin
* TPLO True Confessions
* Tamiflu And Parvo
Organ System and ABVP Core Examination Review Module B
Feeling confident that you'll ace the ABVP exam? Most veterinarians recognize that one cannot know ALL the material that may appear on the exam, but VIN CE is here to help you try! The Organ Systems Module B course covers a span of disciplines so that you can recall that knowledge you need! Our experienced instructors review each topic in depth, with emphasis on pathophysiology and therapy of diseases. Self-directed, systematic study is known to be an effective study technique. Supplement your study with this interactive course! Dates: June 16 - August 11, 2004
Interactive sessions: Wednesdays during this period, 9:30 - 11:30 PM ET Instructors: Reproduction -- Joni Freshman, DVM, DACVIM
Pharmacology -- Lauren Trepanier, DVM, PhD, DACVIM, DACVCP and Katrina Mealey, DVM, PhD, DACVCP, DACVIM
Infectious Disease (cats) -- Margie Scherk, DVM, DABVP and Stacey Hoffman, DVM, DACVIM
Infectious Disease (dogs) -- Stacey Hoffman, DVM, DACVIM
Dermatology -- Keith A. Hnilica, DVM, DACVD
Nephrology/Urology -- Joe Bartges, DVM, PhD, DACVIM, DECVIM, DACVN and Katherine M. James, DVM, PhD
Fluid/Acid Base -- Katherine M. James, DVM, PhD
Ophthalmology -- Michael Zigler, DVM, CertVOphthal CE Hours: 16 Tuition:
Member/$230,Non-Member/$323 by June 2, 2004;
Member/$256, Non-Member/$359 after June 2, 2004. To Register: Visit the VIN main CE page at www.vin.com/CE and click on the Enroll Now link for Organ System and ABVP Core Examination Review Module B. Interested in other online VIN CE? Scheduled courses include: Use the CE button on VIN's main nav bar to learn more about these courses -- and to enroll!
Looking for some great CE for your staff?
VSPN's CE is the perfect solution. It's convenient, inexpensive, and fits everyone's schedule. Upcoming classes:
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