Looking Forward to or Planning Your Class Reunion? Need Help Finding your Classmates?
Whether planning your 5, 10, 20 or 50 year reunion, the hardest part if locating your classmates. Recently the UCD Class of '85 discovered that VIN can help. Email Paul@vin.com or post in the Veterinary School message boards if you want help. See how it worked for UCD Class of 85.
eVetsite II is Here!
eVetsite, a VIN Partner Company is excited to announce that eVetsite II is now officially online. eVetsite II was built in response to many ideas and suggestions by VINners using eVetsite I. See a demo of eVetsite II. Tell us what you think
How to get the Most from your Post
Whether you've never posted before, or would like some tips on how to get the best response to your posts -- there's help! Getting the Most from your Posts will show you some excellent tips on getting the answers you need.
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Extended-Release Liposomal Opioids for Treating Pain in Dogs
Our group, at the University of Wisconsin's School of Veterinary Medicine, in collaboration with chemists at the University of Wisconsin's School of Pharmacy, has been developing novel liposome-encapsulated formulations of both oxymorphone and hydromorphone. We have shown that a single dose of liposomal oxymorphone provided therapeutic serum concentrations of drug for three days in healthy dogs. Currently, our laboratory is focusing on pharmacokinetic studies in dogs, rats, and nonhuman primates.
Detection of Novel Papillomaviruses in Canine Mucosal, Cutaneous and in situ Squamous Cell Carcinomas
Papillomavirus DNA was discovered in 21% of the tested SCC samples. Interestingly, the classical canine oral papillomavirus was amplified from only one sample, while the other positive cases were associated with a variety of thus far unknown papillomaviruses.
Efficacy of Topical Administration of Eprinomectin for Treatment of Ear Mite Infestation in Six Rabbits
Clinical improvement was seen within 3 days of the first application; however, complete recovery of clinical signs and elimination of mites in 5/6 rabbits did not occur until the end of the study. Results of this trial indicated that eprinomectin was partially effective in the treatment of psoroptic mange in rabbits.
Palliative Intracavitary Carboplatin Therapy in a Cat with Suspected Pleural Mesothelioma
Following complete drainage of the thoracic cavity under ultrasound guidance, 180 mg/m2 carboplatin diluted in 60 ml sterile water was infused into the pleural space (30 ml in each hemithorax). This resulted in complete resolution of clinical signs for 34 days (having required thoracocentesis on four occasions in the preceding 4 weeks). The procedure was repeated using 200 mg/m2 carboplatin, and there was a further 20-day period where the cat was free of clinical signs.
Greyhound Anesthesia
But it's important to give the induction drugs to effect; that way you give what they need. In my opinion, Greyhounds can tend to be stressed and nervous in the clinic, and if they aren't sedate after their premeds they will take more induction agent, but if they're sedate, I haven't noticed them taking more.
What Dog Breed Would You Suggest for an Autistic Child?
I have a client whose son is a 'high functioning autistic'. She wants to get him a dog. Does anyone have any breed suggestions for autistic children?
Seventy-Two Dental Procedures Per Veterinarian Per Year?? Not me! How Do I Get There?
Somehow your clients aren't getting convinced of the need of the procedure. I use phrases like "pain" and "infection" regularly when I talk to clients about dental disease. And progression of periodontal disease leads to tooth loss and pain.
Referral Center Recommends that GDV Dogs be Stabilized and Gastropexy Done 5 Days Later - Why?
The clinician there reported that they never perform surgery on day 1 for GDV. They proposed 5 days for stabilization before performing a gastropexy.
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 Virtual Coffeehouse
Tuesday, February 21, 9:30 pm ET
Are you starting to see signs of Spring? Stop by and share!
This Week's Rounds Schedule -- use the Coffeehouse link to join the discussion.
How To Use VIN: Part 1
Wednesday, March 1, 9:30 pm ET
Learn how to use VIN! Email Nate@VIN.com for more information about this free, three-part course that can help turn *you* into SuperVINner!
AAFP Rounds
Sunday, February 26, 8 pm ET
Join Stephen DiBartola, DVM, DACVIM (SAIM), for Feline Renal Disease. VIN Rounds
Sunday, February 26, 10 pm ET
Join your colleagues for a Veterinary Quiz Challenge. (Yes, there will be prizes!) This Week's Rounds Schedule -- use the Rounds link to join the discussion.
Recent Rounds
Economics of In-House LabsDisaster Preparedness RoundsBehavioral Conditioning In ZoosCoronavirus-Associated ECE In FerretsKitten KindergartenInternships and ResidenciesThe Great Cat WatchFunction of Incident Command SystemYou Cannot Cost Cut Your Way to ProsperityWading Into Acupuncture
 Abstract Of The Week:
Inhibition of the Growth In Vitro of Trichophyton mentagrophytes, Trichophyton erinacei and Microsporum persicolor by Miconazole and Chlorhexidine
What's Your Diagnosis?
* Intense Localized Pruritus
* Monthly Veterinary Challenge
* Case Archives
Website Of The Week:
Olympic Games Organization and more...
Book Review of the Week:
Practical Lambing and Lamb Care, Third Edition
You can find it in the VIN Bookstore.
Get More From VIN!
* Steps To A More Effective Search
* Read The "How To Use VIN" Tutorial
* How Can I ... Learn Associate?
* How Can I ... Become A Super-Duper VIN User?
eVetsites Tip of the Week:
Client Forms for Your Web Site
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: WVC, SAVMA and the Veterinary Dermatology Forum.
From the Boards:
* Can Diet Affect Insulin Requirements?
* Bovine Trichomonas Information
* Intense Pruritus In Dermatomyositis Dog
* Chronic Lung Disease Case
OSHA & Practice Safety
This course is designed for the Practice Owner, Manager or Administrator who desires to understand OSHA's Standards as well as practical ways to implement them in a veterinary practice. We attempt to avoid debating the merits of any particular requirement and focus on how to achieve compliance! This course will cover ALL aspects of a hospital safety program, not just the Hazard Communication Standard. The participants will be provided with many downloadable resources, including the actual text versions of applicable standards. Instructor: Philip Seibert, CVT Dates:
April 17 - July 10, 2006
Real-time sessions: Monday evenings, April 17, 24, May 1, 8, 15. 2-week break, June 5, 12, 19, 26, July 3; 9:30 - 11:00 pm ET (US) CE Hours: 15 Tuition:
Member/$299, Non-Member/$400 by April 3, 2006;
Member/$325, Non-Member/$437 after April 3, 2006;
Registration also open to VSPN members.
Course fee includes cost of printed manuals.
Veterinary students may enroll at a reduced price of $55. To register:
Visit the OSHA & Practice Safety page:
Veterinarians
Veterinary Staff
and click on the Enroll Now link.
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