When Sharing Is Not Nice
Providing and maintaining a secure community that protects the integrity of veterinarians is critical to all VIN members. If more than one colleague in your practice is using a single VIN account, you and your colleagues should create a group membership. Please click here for more information about groups on VIN.
Are Clients Asking About Poinsettia Toxicity?
Not clear on just how toxic this holiday favorite might be? Need a source of advice for your clients with green thumbs? Just have a need to know? Then take a look at the Household Poisonous Plant Book!
Holiday Gift-Giving Time!
Use VIN's Bookstore to find the perfect gift for your associates! (Can't pick THE perfect one? Give a Gift Certificate!)
Hey! Do you have your eye on a special book or CD? Show the Bookstore to your family members, and let them know what would really make your holiday great! (After all, do you really need another Rudolph tie that has a glowing nose??)
In case you were unable to attend ...
Australian College of Veterinary Scientists (ACVSc) 2004 Proceedings Online - Browse by speaker/category or search by topic. New On VeterinaryPartner.com:
Efficacy and Safety of Transdermal Methimazole in the Treatment of Cats with Hyperthyroidism
Serum T4 concentration was significantly lower at week 2 in cats treated with oral methimazole, compared to those receiving methimazole by the transdermal route. By week 4, the difference in serum T4 concentration between oral and transdermal groups was no longer significant.
Association Between Liver Copper Concentration and Subclinical Hepatitis in Doberman Pinschers
This study indicated that normal hepatic copper concentrations in Doberman Pinschers are less than 400 ug/g dry matter. Subclinical hepatitis was seen in 22 dogs, which persisted in only 6 dogs with increased copper concentrations, suggesting a role for copper in the pathogenesis of Doberman
Echocardiographic Estimation of Mean Left Atrial Pressure in a Canine Model of Acute Mitral Valve Insufficiency
Doppler tissue imaging is an echocardiographic technique that quantifies the velocity of cardiac wall motion. The longitudinal velocity of the mitral valve annulus during early diastole correlates well with the time constant of ventricular isovolumic pressure decay and is a relatively load-independent index of early ventricular diastolic function.
The variability of serological and molecular diagnosis of feline immunodeficiency virus infection
The PCR assays correctly identified 100%, 80%, and 50% of the FIV-positive samples, and 100%, 90%, and 70% of FIV-negative samples. Each dog sample was reported as FIV PCR positive at least once, and FIV subtypes A, B, and C were identified. It was concluded that PCR tests currently available for FIV infection are unreliable, with highly variable sensitivity and specificity.
Scheduling Strategies
Not what you're asking, but one that always bears repeating ... raise your fees! You may naturally open up a few time slots, but still make the same amount of money.
Fractured Mandible, Tooth Bud In Pup; Bonding Teeth For Stabilization
Keep in mind that after day 50, virtually all mandibular growth comes from the ramus, so you do not have too much worry about restricting mandibular growth.
People With Endless Questions!
We actually sold squares in 2 minute blocks in one class, to see when our favorite classmate asked her less than intelligent question. My all time favorite question was when she asked if it was ok to euthanize people during triage, if we knew they would not live ...
In and Out in 20 Minutes?
What you want to avoid is time in the waiting room, not the exam room. If they are in the exam room conversing with a tech on the topic at hand, they are not dissatisfied. If they are just sitting, they become unhappy within a very few minutes
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 VIN/AAFP Rounds
Sunday, December 19, 8 pm ET
SPECIAL TIME!!
Join Susan Little, DVM, DAVBP, for Feline Infertility.
This Week's Rounds Schedule -- use the link in the Rounds Schedule to join the discussion.
ACVSc Rounds
Saturday, December 18, 9 pm ET
Join Dr. Vanessa Barrs for Feline Pyothorax. All VINners are welcome to attend the Australian College of Veterinary Scientists (ACVSc) Rounds.
This Week's Rounds Schedule -- use the link in the Rounds Schedule to join the discussion.
Virtual Coffehouse
Tuesday, December 21, 9:30 pm ET
Have you started gotten all your shopping done? Stop by and tell us!
This Week's Rounds Schedule -- use the Coffeehouse link to join the discussion.
Recent Rounds
 Abstract Of The Week:
Massive Hepatocellular Carcinoma in Dogs
What's Your Diagnosis?
* Cusp Challenge 4
* Case Archives
Website Of The Week:
Continuous Rate Infusions and more ...
Book Review:
Parasitology: Diagnosis and Treatment of Common Parasitisms in Dogs and Cats
Order this book from the VIN Store.
eVetsites Tip of the Week:
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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: NAVC, WVC.
From the Boards:
* Holiday Bonuses
* Lepto. Bratislava/Autumnalis Testing
* Bates Body
* Do Animals Exhibit Intelligent Food Selection?
Want to know how to get more from your VIN experience?
Because you've asked the questions, we're giving you the answers. Visit these links: How Can I ... Post Better Radiographs?
A radiograph can be worth a thousand words. If you think yours are only worth a hundred, we can help! How do I create a hyperlink in a post?
Trying to share a link in a message board post? Click the above link to learn how! The Holiday Season Is Approaching! So why not give the gift that keeps on giving? VIN and VSPN's CE is the perfect solution to a gift for your doctors, staff or technicians! It's convenient, inexpensive, and fits your schedule. To learn more about upcoming courses read the course catalogs:
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