Things That Go Bang! in the Night
A typical 4th of July celebration can be a dog's worst nightmare. Not clear on just how to handle this loud and explosive holiday? Need a source of advice for your clients with fearful dogs? For starters, check out the Medical FAQ on Storm Phobias and read about Fireworks Phobia on VeterinaryPartner.com! NEWS THAT'S FIT TO CLICK and discuss
News reported for YOU... VIN News Service Needs Your Feedback Share News with nonVINners -- The VIN News Service (without access to the community discussions) is now publicly available at news.vin.com. Check it out and share it. Be a VIN Newshound:
VNS is here to give YOU a voice and report news that is important to YOU. Got an idea for a story? Have a story that needs covering? Post it on the boards or email News@vin.com.
On-line Dermatology Text Book
Dermatology for the Small Animal Practitioner by Dr. R. Mueller is now available in the VIN Library. This online text is one of the Made Easy Series books published by Teton NewMedia. Busy small animal practioners will appreciate the practical introduction to veterinary dermatology, case workups and full color photos. Get help diagnosing and managing skin diseases you see every day in your practice. Learn how to perform a solid workup in patients with rare or complicated skin diseases that may require further reading, referral to, or advice from a veterinary dermatologist. Special thanks to Teton NewMedia for providing this text to VINners.
How To Use VIN: The Movie
Okay, so there are no exploding starships or giant alien robots trying to destroy humankind, but, if you've ever been in dire need of a guided tour of VIN, James T. Kirk and Optimus Prime aren't gonna save the day for you. The How To Use VIN Video covers many aspects of how to get the most from VIN. Email us at Feedback@vin.com and tell us how you like it! Your fellow VINners have also provided these Slide Presentations and Movies to help you explore different areas of veterinary medicine. If you would like to donate pictures suitable for slideshows or movies, please email Videos@VIN.com and/or check out this 'how-to' discussion.
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Texas Farm Radio
Facing pandemic influenza threats: the importance of including poultry and swine workers in preparedness plans
Recent research has shown that poultry and swine workers, especially those with intense exposures, are at increased risk of zoonotic influenza virus infections. In multiple studies, US poultry workers and poultry veterinarians have evidence of previous infections with avian influenza virus. Similarly, US swine workers have strong evidence of previous and acute infections with swine influenza.
Benefits and considerations – Underwater treadmill therapy in veterinary practice
This therapy can help patients return to full function after injury more quickly, improve muscle strength and joint range of motion, and even lose weight. So is it right for your practice?
How to perform a two-portal laparoscopic ovariectomy
Learn more about this laparoscopic procedure, which produces less pain and tissue trauma than a routine open ovariohysterectomy does. Then consider whether you should take the necessary steps to offer it in your practice.
What is this ugly thing?
There are bilateral lesions at the site of the interosseus ligament. They are similar to each other and look like RUIN lesions on the craniocaudal image. On the lateral I agree with Greg that the lesion is extreme for RUIN. You could consider a biopsy. A RUIN lesion should contain cartilage or avascular mesenchyme.
Tired of people who think we should provide free care
I had a situation today that I addressing but having second thoughts.We received a call from a representative of a provincially run health organization with regards to a client of mine who has a visitation dog.The dog is past due for vaccination, heartworm test, annual health exam, annual fecal by a few months. These are requirements for the dog to be in the visitation program. The employee of the health agency wondered if we could work out a "payment plan" for the owner so the dog would not be lost to the program. I am a little tired of the public always expecting the vet to subsidize their charitable intentions (at no cost to them).
Young child deliberately injured cat: should authorities be notified?
It turns out that the 6 year old girl next door picked up her cat by the front limbs and swung her around, letting go at some point with the cat tumbling down the stairs.
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How To Use VIN: Part 1
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Learn how to use VIN's Knowledgebase.
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This Week's Rounds Schedule
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The three-part "How To Use VIN" course can be taken live (on the first three Wednesday nights of each month), or you can do it as self study. If you'd like to take the live sessions, e-mail Nate at Nate@VIN.com, and tell him you'd like to sign up for the How To Course. To keep up with VIN's growth, take the time to explore the Front Page at least once a week, read the VIN This Week (VINTW) newsletter twice a week, explore the VINDEX (VIN's Front Page, right hand column) and click all the buttons on VIN's navigation bars. Need Help?
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Funny Bones:
Dedicated to animals named Fluffy
"The owner, happy that the cat is not dying, tucks him away lovingly and tells me that no way can this cat be even part Maine Coon since the breeder sold him a purebred Siamese, which is what he wanted."
What's Your Diagnosis?
Archives of the Challenging and Fun Cases
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Associate - Updated and New:
Cricopharyngeal Achalasia in dogs
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DOD Suicide Prevention and Risk Reduction Committee's Preventing Suicide Network and more...
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: AVMA, AVA and CVC Central .
NOW OPEN FOR ENROLLMENT!
Click on the links below to see the details, register and find more upcoming CE.
Veterinary Dental Techniques Module 5
August 17 - September 14, 2009 The fifth module will be devoted to the treatment of orthodontic malocclusions and fractures of the maxilla and mandible. Veterinary Dental Techniques Module 6
September 14 - October 5, 2009 The sixth module discusses anesthesia, both local and general, pre-, intra- and post-operative pain management. The last portion is devoted to health, safety and ergonomics of veterinary dentistry and designing the dental suite. Practical Avian Medicine Module 9
Avian Anesthesia and Surgery
July 7 - July 21, 2009 Module 9 will cover avian anesthesia and analgesia, soft tissue surgery. For information on other CE courses check out the Course Catalog on the CE Main Page. Please visit How-To's Of Online CE for details about how to register and participate in online CE courses. If you're looking for information on CE opportunities for veterinary technicians, receptionists or practice managers, please visit the VSPN CE page. VSPN offers courses tailored to veterinary support personnel, and certain VIN courses also are open to VPSN members.
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