As a Matter of FAQ...
The fastest route to an answer to your question is a VIN Database Search. But, because some topics have been discussed many times on the message boards, the number of "hits" can be overwhelming. To help you, the VIN consultants (and other experts) continue to create up-to-date summaries (FAQs) of topics commonly discussed on the message boards. Save time and check out the Medical FAQs before you post. Find them in the VIN Library or through the VINDEX (Ctrl+E). New and Updated:
Your Dog Ate What?!? NEW Toxicology Specialty Center
Your patients have a real knack for getting into potential toxins. Accidental poisonings often occur from exposure to certain foods, insecticides, household products, and medications. Resources from VIN and beyond are compiled in the Toxicology Specialty Center to help you deal with these unwelcome surprises. In the center, you'll find: - Links to useful books and manuals
- Medical FAQs
- Associate chapters and rounds.
- Client handouts
- Slide shows
- Links to journal articles and proceedings.
There are also whole sections dedicated to poisonous plants and pertinent FDA/EPA/FARAD websites. Look for the Toxicology Specialty Center on the About Page for the Toxicology Message Board and in the Specialty Centers section of the VIN Library.
Upload Images to the VIN Message Boards from your Mobile Device!
If you have an Android powered device or any Apple device running iOS6, now you can upload images to the VIN message boards directly from your mobile device. The VIN Geeks and Wizards have tested on the following devices with encouraging success: - iPad 2/3
- iPhone 3, 4(s) and 5
- Nexus 7
- Thrive
- Sony S
- Nook
- BlackBerry PlayBook
You can also take a photo and have it posted directly to the message boards from your device within seconds! Keep in mind that images taken with a mobile device are sometimes lacking in picture quality. Take care when using images posted from your mobile device in posts where you are requesting medical opinions on the message boards. Remember, whether you're using your mobile device or your desktop, you can only attach one (1) image per post so you'll still need to create a separate reply for each image you want to post. As you know, new features often have bugs to work out, but early testing looks encouraging! Read more about how to post images to Message Boards or watch this video. If you want to be on the "bleeding edge" make Beta.vin.com your VIN Homepage.
NEWS THAT'S FIT TO CLICK and discuss;
News reported for YOU...
Evolving stories
* TV show veterinarian raises eyebrows
* Anticipated return of chemical castrator renews debate
Be a VIN newshound:
VIN News Service (VNS) is here to give YOU a voice and report news that is important to YOU. Got an idea for a story? Have a story that needs covering? Post it on the boards or email News@vin.com. The VIN News Service (without access to the community discussions) is available to the general public. Share news.vin.com with nonVINners. Follow VNS on Twitter! Send a Twitter request to receive VNS Tweets.
New and Revised Articles to Share With Your Clients!
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Evaluation of a modification of the McKinnon technique to correct urine pooling in mares
Modifying the McKinnon technique by transversely splitting the urethral fold and retracting the dorsal half helps prevent a defect from forming in the cranial portion of the extension. The dorsal shelf can be retracted further caudally by creating a relief incision on the floor of the vagina.
Current British veterinary attitudes to the use of perioperative antimicrobials in small animal surgery
The percentage of respondents who always used antimicrobials in two surgical procedures classified according to NRC criteria as 'clean' was 25.3 per cent for removal of a 1 cm cutaneous mass and 32.1 per cent for routine prescrotal castration.
Acute phase protein levels in dogs with mast cell tumours and sarcomas
The acute phase proteins (APP) form part of a non-specific host response to inflammation. They may be induced by a range of different causes, including infection, inflammation, cancer and trauma. As they form part of the earliest response to such insults, they have potential for early identification of disease.
Radiograph Interpretation And Treatment For Dog With Pneumomediastinum And Possible Megaesophagus
There is a pneumomediastinum. That can occur with any penetrating or erosive disease of the pharynx, esophagus, bronchi, or alveoli, including perforating trauma, iatrogenic endotracheal tube pressure necrosis, barotrauma from blunt force impact, or even forceful coughing or vomiting.
Cryptococcosis Found In Young Cat That Has Swelling And Ulceration Of The Nose And Commissure Of The Eye
The histopathology results came back as cryptococcus! Here are some pictures of the sample, with those beautiful halos around the cells.
Minimizing Hazards For Pregnant Veterinarians Working With Exotic Animals
I appreciate that exotic practice is different since it is not possible to intubate the tracheas of many of the animals, but it is vital that the working environment is safe for everyone. If you're having to make big changes to anesthetic protocols when someone announces they are pregnant, then things need to be reviewed for everyone.
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 Virtual Coffeehouse
Tuesday, October 2, 9:30 p.m. EDT
(Wednesday, October 3, 1:30 a.m. GMT/UTC)
Join your VIN colleagues for a chat!
How to Use VIN: Part 1
Wednesday, October 3, 9:30 p.m. EDT
(Thursday, October 4, 1:30 a.m. GMT/UTC)
Learn how to use the most popular VIN features.
Email HowTo@VIN.com for more information about this free, three-session course.
VIN Journal Club
Thursday, October 4, 1 p.m. EDT
(Thursday, October 4, 5 p.m. GMT/UTC)
Join Stijn Niessen, DVM, PhD, MRCVS, DECVIM, to discuss an endocrine paper.
Hofer-Inteeworn N, Panciera DL, Monroe WE, et al.
Effect of hypothyroidism on insulin sensitivity and glucose tolerance in dogs.
Am J Vet Res. April 2012;73(4):529-38
All VIN members are welcome to attend this monthly series.
Find out how to access the full text article.
* This session is all text, no audio.
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You can Participate in Clinical Research Without Leaving Your Home or Office! Check the clinical trials page to see if any of the ongoing trials might make new or novel therapies available for your patients. If you would like to add your clinical trial or research project, please complete this survey or contact mrishniw@vin.com.
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 Book Review of the Week
Equine Surgery, 4th Edition
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Horse Dissection
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Linking To Images
What's your Diagnosis?
Archives of the Challenging and Fun Cases
Ophthalmology Fun 153 - Opened 9/21
Dental Brain-Teaser 90 - Opend 9/23
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Fine-Tune Your Message Board Search Results
Associate - Updated and New
Sciatic nerve injury in dogs (revised)
Explore the rest of Associate!
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 websites! Links to information about upcoming conferences include: ACVC, Wild West, ACVR/VCS and AAZV.
An Oldie but a Goodie: Bad Pet Names
People got a cat. Named it Precious. Brought it in. Found out it's a boy. Deciding what to call it, wife says to husband, "What do you think about Peter?" He said "Precious Peter? I don't think so."
NOW OPEN FOR ENROLLMENT!
Click on the links below to see the details, register, and find more upcoming CE.
Brilliant Sanity - How Mindfulness Meditation Can Help Make You More Effective and Happier
October 8 - December 14, 2012 Mindfulness meditation is a secular contemplative practice that has been shown to decrease stress, increase empathy, reduce burnout among health care professionals and contribute to a greater sense of well-being. These sessions are designed to introduce mindfulness meditation to the participants and support the individual's personal practice through on-line meetings with like-minded professionals. All You Need to Know About Fevers of Unknown Origin (FUO)
November 20 - December 7, 2012 Fever is a common finding in small animal general practice and can be caused by a variety of infectious, immune-mediated, and neoplastic diseases. Case examples utilizing radiographs, ultrasound images, and cytology will be discussed to help the participant learn how to best diagnose and treat patients with fever of unknown origin. New Resources for VIN CE Participants
If you're new to VIN online CE or just need a refresher, visit the new CE Practice Area and the CE Participant Resource Center for some helpful tips. To get the most from your CE course, plan to attend a practice session before your course begins. Practice sessions are scheduled for the same day and time each week for your convenience: - Tuesdays 1:00 - 2:00 p.m. EDT
- Wednesdays 10:00 - 11:00 p.m. EDT
- Thursdays 7:00 - 8:00 p.m. EDT
Check the World Clock Time Zone Converter to confirm the time for your area. For more information on CE opportunities for veterinary technicians, receptionists, or practice managers, visit the VSPN Course Catalog. VSPN offers courses tailored to veterinary support personnel, and certain VIN courses also are open to VSPN members. Follow VIN CE and VSPN on Twitter! Click the "Send request" button to prompt the (VIN / VSPN) crews to accept you as a follower. Visit the CE Main Page and check out the Course Catalog to see what's on the schedule.
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