Veterinary Technician Specialties
You've probably heard about specialized technicians, but you may still be wondering what's in it for you and your practice. Join a panel discussion on Veterinary Technician Specialties: Advancing To VTS Advances The Practice and wonder no more! To find out what other interesting rounds topics are coming soon, see This Week's Rounds Schedule. NEWS THAT'S FIT TO CLICK and discuss
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MyCE Now Available on www.VIN.com
Now you can use this simple, easy way to keep track of your past, present and future continual education participation on www.VIN.com, not just at Beta.vin.com. There are two ways to use MyCE: - Log in to VIN and click CE on the main navigation bar. Next click the yellow MyCE banner.
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You'll be able to see previous, current and upcoming course registrations, view/print your certificates and keep track of credits you've earned. If you haven't taken any CE courses yet, please visit the CE Main Page and check out the Course Catalog to see what's on the schedule. More great new features are making their debut on Beta.vin.com! If you want the latest and greatest and want to be on the "bleeding" edge of where VIN is going, make Beta.vin.com your VIN Homepage.
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Neurological examination of the cat: How to get started
This article is aimed at all first opinion practitioners who see cats. It will provide the necessary tools to perform and make the most of the neurological examination of the feline patient.
Cytopathological and histopathological diagnosis of canine splenic disorders
Benign disorders of growth, vascular disturbances, and necrosis were the most commonly diagnosed canine splenic disorders, both cytopathologically and histopathologically.
Behavioral and nutritional aspects of the Virginian Opossum (Didelphis virginiana)
Opossums' popularity as pets seems to be growing, and it is likely that pet opossums will be more common in veterinary practice.
How many new grads change careers?
I knew one young vet here in Texas years ago who was quitting because he couldn't afford a private jet, which his dad had. He wanted to fly to Florida to play golf like they had done while he was in college at Texas A&M, and he wanted his own jet to fly in. Because of that, he decided he had better find another more lucrative profession. I told him I thought that was a pretty good idea.
Canine Influenza vaccine
In talking with folks at diagnostic labs, the prevalence of it does not appear to be that significant. In addition, it is generally a mild self-limiting disease.
Evil rottweilers: is it the breed's fault or the owner's fault?
This dog is already dangerous at six months of age, and the owner is treating her like she's some little petunia.
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 Sunday Rounds
Sunday, August 30, 10 p.m. EDT
(Monday, August 31, 2 a.m. GMT/UTC)
Join a panel discussion on Veterinary Technician Specialties: Advancing To VTS Advances The Practice.
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Learn how to use VIN's Knowledgebase.
Email Nate@VIN.com for more information about this free, three-session course.
(This session was incorrectly listed as scheduled for August 26/27 in the last issue. We apologize for any confusion!)
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Got Staff?
The Veterinary Support Personnel Network was created specifically for your technicians, practice managers and other staff members to have access to their own message boards, chats and CE. Have your staff go to www.vspn.org to register! It's free!
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Why Should I Cross-Post?
By cross-posting, you allow the various specialists to combine their knowledge into one discussion, thus creating a TEAM EFFORT in guiding you with your case. Get help and see examples!
Funny Bones
They probably don't hear this on "the other side"
I was in the dentist chair yesterday and I had the random thought of "What would happen if I stared my hygenist in the eye while she's working in my mouth instead of gazing at the ceiling, window blinds, that light above me, etc...?"
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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: IVECCS, ECVIM and SWVS.
NOW OPEN FOR ENROLLMENT!
Click on the links below to see the details, register and find more upcoming CE.
Avian Anatomy and Physiology
October 28 - November 11, 2009 This course will be an in-depth look at avian anatomy and physiology, for veterinarians and veterinary staff. Avian Handling, Restraint and Behavior
November 17 - December 1, 2009
This course will integrate the methods of a clinician and behaviorist and apply them to avian handling, restraint and management of common behavior problems. 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 more 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. Now you can follow VIN CE and VSPN on Twitter! Simply click the "Send request" button to prompt the (VIN/VSPN) crews to accept you as a follower.
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