Vote for Mark -- our Hero!!
Our own and beloved Mark Kittleson -- author, researcher, cardiologist extraordinaire, colleague, friend and VIN cardiology folder consultant -- has been nominated for "Cat Hero of the Year". If you, your family, your staff, or your clients would like to vote for a true feline hero, cast your vote for Mark. Voting ends Oct. 8 -- so Vote for Mark -- TODAY .
North American Companion Animal Formulary in the VIN Library!
This online version of the North American Companion Animal Formulary (NACAF) includes over 1900 references to the use of over 950 drugs. The uses and doses of the drugs listed are those established by the Michigan Veterinary Specialists or recommended following a review of contemporary veterinary literature. Wherever possible, veterinary and human drug trade names are indicated.
Common Dermatological Diagnostic Tests
Many procedures can be performed in the clinic to help diagnose or rule-out skin disorders. An accurate diagnosis relies on good sample collection, whether for in-house analysis or for submission to a diagnostic service. The Common Dermatological Diagnostic Tests Medical FAQ (written by VIN Consultant Keith Hnilica - DipACVD) provides guidelines for procuring a sample that is likely to be of diagnostic quality when investigating skin diseases. Contact VIN!
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Texas Farm Radio: In case you were unable to attend..
Browse these proceedings by speaker/category or search by topic: These informative and fun conferences are annual events. Plan to attend in 2008!
Etiology and pathogenesis of osteochondrosis
The term osteochondrosis has been used to describe a wide range of different lesions among different species. We suggest a refinement of this terminology to include the modifiers latens (lesion confined to epiphyseal cartilage), manifesta (lesion accompanied by delay in endochondral ossification), and dissecans (cleft formation through articular cartilage). The purpose of this review is to provide an overview of the disease, focusing on the most commonly cited theories, recent research findings, and our own views regarding the etiology and pathogenesis of osteochondrosis.
A big problem
When it comes to setting weight loss goals for pets, don't make it about the pounds at first. Too often we limit the discussion to losing weight when it really should be centered on improving overall health. Focus on increasing activity and decreasing calories.
Diagnosing pituitary pars intermedia dysfunction
Equine pituitary pars intermedia dysfunction (PPID) affects aged horses and ponies and is associated with life-threatening complications, such as laminitis. Early diagnosis and treatment may prevent the progression of clinical signs and development of disease sequelae.
Mycobacterium fortuitum pneumonia in a cat and the role of lipid in the pathogenesis of atypical mycobacterial infections
We report a cat with granulomatous pneumonia caused by M fortuitum resembling lipoid pneumonia in humans. We discuss the role of lipids in the pathogenesis of mycobacterioses and suggest an association between atypical mycobacteria and lipid-rich environments. We conclude that M fortuitum should be included as a differential in cases of lipid-rich pneumonias that do not respond to common antibiotics.
Sharps disposal
Just checking with sharps disposal costs and have seen how mine have risen. I put whole syringes and all vaccine bottles in. Some have said that can just put needles in and destroy syringes with a scissors or bush trimmer and throw vaccine vials away. What's the real law? Does it change from state to state?
Veterinarian refuses to work with MRSA positive staffer
A technician at our practice has two family members that had MRSA infections. Her doctor took a nasal swab to culture and she came back positive for MRSA, but has not had any active infections. I believe her doctor put her on a course of antibiotics.
Milk withholding time for goat dairy
Client just starting a goat dairy. I have not been able to find much in the way of milk withdrawal times for medications in dairy goats. FARAD hasn't been a rewarding search(unless I'm using it wrong). Where can I find useful information to put on prescription labels?
Fluticasone for feline asthma?
I have been searching here and on the internet to try to determine what is the most current recommendation is for starting cats with moderate asthma on inhaled fluticasone.
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 Virtual Coffeehouse
Tuesday, October 2, 9:30 pm EDT (October 3, 01:30 am GMT)
Stop by and chat with your colleagues.
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This Week's Rounds Schedule
EBM Journal Club
Tuesday, October 2, 10 pm EDT (October 3, 02:00 am GMT)
Join your colleagues for the next meeting of the Evidence Based Medicine Journal Club.
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How to Use VIN: Part 1
Wednesday, October 3, 9:30 pm EDT (October 4, 01:30 am GMT)
Learn how to use VIN.
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This Week's Rounds Schedule
Sunday Rounds
Sunday, September 30, 10 pm EDT (October 1, 02:00 am GMT)
Join Allyson C. Berent, DVM, DACVIM, for Interventional Radiology (IR) And Interventional Endoscopy (IE) Of The Urinary System: A Minimally Invasive Approach.
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This Week's Rounds Schedule Recent Rounds
@ = VINcast is available for this session Common Pitfalls in Staff Management EBM Journal Club (meeting 11) The Oral ATP Philosophy Insurance Planning for DVMs @ EBM Journal Club (meeting 10) Clomipramine And Cats (AAFP Rounds) Replacement Heifer Management @ EBM Journal Club (meeting 9) EBM Journal Club (meeting 8) Small Animal Nutrition @ What's New In Dermatology @
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What's Your Diagnosis?
* Dermatology Fun 7
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* Hypertrophic Osteodystrophy (HOD)
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Healthy Swimming and more...
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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: ACVC, WWVC, ACVS, VDF and CVC West.
Book Review of the Week:
Comparative Reproductive Biology
You can purchase this book in the VIN store.
These courses are currently open for enrollment. Click on the links to see the details and enroll!
For More Information on VIN's Upcoming CE Courses, check out the CE Main Page. Equine: Equine Neonatology
October 14 - November 11, 2007 Basic Equine Reproductive Ultrasonography
November 4 - December 2, 2007 Advanced Equine Reproductive Ultrasonography
December 2, 2007 - January 27, 2008 Canine: Introduction to Canine Rehabilitation
November 5 - November 19, 2007 Feline: What Makes Cats Tick? Feline Internal Medicine Module 5
Therapeutics, Dental Dilemmas, Analgesia and Anesthesia
October 31 - December 12, 2007 Coming Soon: Veterinary Dental Techniques Modules 4, 5 and 6 will be offered in early 2008. Please visit the How-to's of Online CE for more information about how online CE courses work. 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 are also open to VPSN members.
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