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!
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Participate in Clinical Trials!
Between the demands of practice and personal life, your precious free time (if you have any) is probably limited. Did you know you can contribute to veterinary research without leaving your home or office? Simply visit the Clinical Trials & Research Projects page to find a study recruiting patients. Be a part of the solution. Help lead the way in answering questions that matter. Recently added: If you would like to add your clinical trial or research project, please complete this survey or contact mrishniw@vin.com.
VIN Member Slide Presentations and Movies
Your fellow VINners have 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. How To Use VIN -- The Movie!
If you've ever wished for a guided tour of VIN, your wish has been granted! 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!
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Texas Farm Radio
2008 American Association of Feline Practitioners' feline retrovirus management guidelines
Feline leukemia virus (FeLV) and feline immunodeficiency virus (FIV) are among the most common infectious diseases of cats. Although vaccines are available for both viruses, identification and segregation of infected cats form the cornerstone for preventing new infections. Guidelines in this report have been developed for diagnosis, prevention, treatment, and management of FeLV and FIV infections.
Maintaining fluid and electrolyte balance in heart failure
Advanced heart failure and its treatment are often associated with a variety of hemodynamic, fluid, and electrolyte derangements. This article gives the practitioner an overview of the pathophysiology of common fluid and electrolyte alterations present in animals with heart failure, highlighting specific clinical correlates.
Hypercalcemia: a quick reference
This article serves as a quick reference for hypercalcemia. Guidelines for causes, clinical signs, analysis, and diagnosis are presented in a stepwise approach.
Teaching newbies how to use VIN
Since shortly after the inception of VIN, we (VIN Reps) started teaching a How to use VIN course on the first 3 Wednesdays of every month at 9:30 pm eastern time. For the last year, we have had very few people attend the class, so we need to make changes.
Getting ready for my first CRI
I'm doing a forelimb amputation and haven't done a regional block in that area before - I will definitely look that up. I just read the VASG piece on CRIs, so now I know I will be using a loading dose of hydro and adding valium to the propofol.
What are our obligations when a dying pet is admitted but no consent to treat has been given?
A client left his parvovirus-infected puppy at our clinic to go home and get some money for the deposit. He didn't sign any consent to treat and doesn't return.
Grey tooth in a dog: how to determine if the tooth needs treatment
When an ancient lab with discoloured teeth passes on, ask for permission to extract the teeth and send for analysis. The best way to assess complete closure of the apical delta and any accessory canals might be ...
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 Sunday Rounds ~ NO ROUNDS
July 4 is Independence Day in the USA. You are free to do your learning on the Message Boards this weekend.
Virtual Coffeehouse
Tuesday, July 8, 9:30 p.m. EDT
(July 9, 1:30 a.m. GMT)
Stop by and chat with your fellow VIN addicts!
How To Use VIN: Part 2
Wednesday, July 9, 9:30 pm EDT
(July 10, 01:30 am GMT)
Learn how to be a Super VINner!
Email Nate@VIN.com for more information about this free, three-session course.
This Week's Rounds Schedule
Use the Rounds link to join these discussions.
Recent Rounds
@ = VINcast is available for this session Twenty Interviewing Mistakes Renal Hyperphosphatemia @ Radiation Safety @ IMHA in Dogs: An Update @ Open Book Management @ Feline Genome Project ~ AAFP
 Member Benefit:
Plan to hire a new grad!
Many of the best graduating seniors are regular VIN users. Post your position in Vetquest Classifieds. Please use the Positions Offered -- New Graduates category as this is where we encourage the 2008 Graduates to search for open positions and post their resumes. This is a FREE service provided by VIN and VETQUEST.
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From The VINdex: Continual Education
Don't just attend CE - learn and enjoy! VIN continual education courses are unlike any CE you've experienced. Experience direct interaction among instructors and fellow participants daily on the message boards and during the weekly real time sessions. Please visit the CE Main Page and check out the Course Catalog for information on current courses.
Funny Bones:
Best Pictures Ever!
"I can't stop making stupid captions!!!"
What's Your Diagnosis?
* Derm Fun 21
* DI Case 3
* Archives of the Challenging and Fun Cases
Book Review of the Week:
Color Atlas of Small Animal Anatomy: The Essentials
Purchase this book in the VIN Bookstore!
eVetsite Tip of the Week:
Online Stores and Internet Pharmacies Website of the Week:
Veterinary Public Health And Rabies Control (County of Los Angeles) and more...
Associate - Updated and New:
* Malignant hyperthermia in Cats and Dogs
* Explore the rest of the Associate!
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: ECVS, AVMA, and World Veterinary Conference.
These courses are now open for enrollment!
Click on the links below to see the details, register and find more upcoming CE.
Veterinary Dental Techniques Module 6
June 23 - July 14, 2008 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. Veterinary Cytology & Fluid Analysis: What Can You Learn From a Smear of Schmutz
July 8 - August 19, 2008
Collection and evaluation of a cytology preparation can be a quick, relatively noninvasive way to obtain information about a lesion or effusion. This course is designed to provide veterinarians with detailed information on collection and interpretation of these samples. 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 specifically tailored to veterinary support personnel, and certain VIN courses also are open to VPSN members.
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