New Slideshows in the Student Center
WALTHAM Helps Sponsor Student Access to VIN!
Remember, WALTHAM(R) USA helps sponsor the Student Center and Student Access to VIN. Please take a moment to send a big "Thank You!" to WALTHAM (ThankYouWaltham@VIN.com) for their generous support of the VIN Student Member program.
Ellen Behrend Survey's VIN Members
For many years, the ACTH stimulation and LDDST tests have been the standard screening tests for Cushing's syndrome. In recent years, a few other tests have emerged as part of the workup for Cushing's. This survey is intended to help VIN consultant, Ellen Behrend, DVM, DACVIM assess how VINners are approaching this issue. VIN Members, please help us by completing this survey.
Upcoming CE: Equine Hindlimb Lameness
On the heels of our first successful collaboration with the American Association of Equine Practitioners (AAEP), VIN and AAEP will jointly offer Equine Hindlimb Lameness. This online interactive course will be held September 12 - October 18, 2004. Enroll today! Not familiar with VIN CE? See what questions your colleagues had about Uterine Lavage and Mannose Treatment, and read the responses from VIN and AAEP's first joint online CE course -- Equine Reproduction.
What do you and your clients want to know today?
VeterinaryPartner.com, VIN's online information resource for your clients, is always adding new content. This week we added: On VIN, have you taken the time to check these out?
Pneumatosis in canine gastric dilatation-volvulus syndrome
The positive and negative predictive values of gastric pneumatosis for predicting gastric necrosis were 40.9% and 74.9%, respectively.
Expression of cyclooxygenase-2 in canine epithelial nasal tumors
COX-2 expression was present in 17 of 21 (81%) tumors. The expression was observed in several different tumor types, including nasal carcinomas, adenocarcinomas, and squamous cell carcinomas
Histomorphologic and morphometric evaluation of the uterine horns in nulliparous and multiparous Beagles
In this study, we documented that in contrast to other species, the uterus of nonpregnant dogs does not increase in size and volume even after at least 7 pregnancies. Furthermore, sclerotic alterations of uterine arteries are proof of at least 1 pregnancy.
Effect of dietary soy on serum thyroid hormone concentrations in healthy adult cats
Soy is a common dietary component that increases serum T4 concentration in cats
Chip Fractures, Acid Etching, Bonding Materials
I know that the carnassial tooth is difficult to apply material to without risk of it chipping right off again. Is there any recommendation that you can offer me for product(s) that would be good in this circumstance, or is there anything strong enough to withstand normal chewing?
When Blood Pressure Drops, What Fluid Rate is Needed?
Is needing to increase fluids in about 50% of cases too much? I just want to make sure if we need to evaluate our doses or drug choices...
How to Get Blood Out of Tiny Puppies/Kittens
I have a somewhat cool trick for sticking jugulars on kitties and tiny puppies. I don't have anyone restrain the dog. I take my left thumb and place it in the groove of the neck to make the vein pop. I then use my middle, ring and pinky fingers (of my left hand) to hold the dog's body. Then I place my pointer finger under the critter's chin to tilt the dog's head up. Use my right hand to draw the blood. Works (almost) every time.
Incentives for Staff when they Recommend Procedures to Clients
Personally, I really have a problem with having to motivate people to perform the most essential elements of their jobs... I'm all for rewarding people for going above and beyond, but in my mind recommending services is not going above and beyond.
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 Virtual Coffeehouse
Tuesday, August 31, 9:30 pm ET -
Have you seen any weird cases lately? Stop by and share!
This Week's Rounds Schedule -- use the special Coffeehouse link to join the discussion
How To Use VIN: Part 1
Wednesday, September 1, 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.
This Week's Rounds Schedule -- use the link in the Rounds Schedule to join the discussion
Sunday Rounds
Sunday, September 5 - NO Rounds
No Rounds today. It's Labor Day weekend in the USA. Do plan to attend Sunday Rounds on September 12, when Andrew Mackin, BSc, BVMS, MVS, DVSc, FACVSc, DSAM, Diplomate (ACVIM) presents Feline Anemia: The Diagnostic Approach a joint AAFP/VIN Rounds.
Recent Rounds
Staph: Residence, Resilience, ResistanceHypertension Management Mergers for Practices at Risk as an Exit Strategy Pleural Space Disease Part 1 and Part 2 (ACVSc)Feline Stomatitis and Dental Radiology (AAFP)Canine EhrlichiosisFeral Cat: Trap, Neuter, and Release (AFFP)
 Abstract Of The Week:
Probiotics to Prevent Salmonella Shedding in Hospitalized Horses
What's Your Diagnosis?
> Small Mammal Brain-Teaser
> Dental Brain-Teaser 26
Website Of The Week:
Applied Ethology and more ...
Book Review:
Shelter Medicine for Veterinarians and Staff
This resource is available in the VINstore.
Note: You may also be interested in Dr. Miller's upcoming VIN CE course: The Control of Disease Transmission in Animal Shelters.
eVetsites Tip of the Week:
Discover Card Logo Added to Payment Methods List
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, SWVS
From the Boards:
* Hemosiderin In Uterine Biopsy
* Trilostane Order Fiasco
* Rehashing Mitral Regurgitation
* Fifth Disease
Introduction to Veterinary Herbal Medicine
- Have you read enough about herbal treatments to be both intrigued and confused?
- Do you start out okay, but then founder, when trying to answer a client's questions about herbal options for his pet's medical therapy?
- Are you ready to take the next step in preparing for herbal medicine boards?
VIN CE and the Veterinary Botanical Medicine Association can help with its online course: Introduction to Veterinary Herbal Medicine! This course in Veterinary Herbal Medicine is an introductory clinically based course in Western herbal medicine designed for veterinarians, qualified veterinary technicians and veterinary nurses who wish to start adding herbal medicine to their range of treatment options. It is also suitable for the practitioner who doesn’t wish to be a herbalist but has clients who ask questions about herbs. It assumes a knowledge of conventional animal physiology, anatomy, pathophysiology and husbandry. The course is presented over 6 weeks in 6 modules. It is affiliated with the Veterinary Botanical Medicine Association and for those who wish to obtain a VBMA Certificate of Introductory Herbal Medicine for Animals (120 hours) additional study and assignments will be required to be submitted to VBMA for assessment and an additional fee of $600.00 will be incurred.
Students have the option of continuing the learning process after the VIN course and completing a VBMA accredited Certificate of Introductory Herbal Medicine for Animals over the next 6-9 months via a flexible home-study format. Instructor: Barbara Fougere, BVSc, Acupuncture and Natural Therapies, Rozelle, NSW, Australia.
President- Elect, Veterinary Botanical Medicine Association. Dates: Sept 28 - Nov 9, 2004
Interactive sessions: Tuesday evenings; 9:30 - 11:30 PM ET CE Hours: 12 Tuition:
VIN Member/$173, Non-VIN Member/$250 by September 14;
VIN Member/$192, Non-VIN Member/$276 after September 14 To learn more about this course, the requirements for the certificate course, and to enroll visit the Introduction to Veterinary Herbal Medicine course page.
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