This Tuesday afternoon, K. Fred Gingrich II, DVM, will present a special Rounds session outlining these important new regulations. Stop by at 1 p.m. ET (12 p.m. CT, 11 a.m. MT, 10 a.m. PT) to learn what's allowed extra-label and what's subject to VFD regulation.

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Ophthalmology for the Equine Practitioner
Need help keeping an eye on your equine patients? Ophthalmology for the Equine Practitioner, by VIN Consultant Dennis Brooks, DVM, PhD, DACVO, is a highly visual (no pun intended) presentation that contains:

• 600 quality clinical photographs, over 550 in full color
• 35 videos depicting specific diagnostic and treatment procedures
• Up-to-date drug information
• Step-by-step protocols for diagnosis and treatment
• Explanations and identification of commonly encountered anomalies

Find it in the VIN Library and in the Ophthalmology and Equine Specialty Centers.

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Which is More Effective in Altering the Intra-Gastric pH in Dogs, Omeprazole or Ranitidine? (Knowledge Summary)
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Based on the current available evidence, omeprazole is the superior choice for raising intra-gastric pH.

Use of a percutaneous transabdominal catheter for management of obstructive urolithiasis in goats, sheep, and potbellied pigs: 69 cases (2000-2014)
Placement of a PTC into the urinary bladder allowed for effective stabilization of goats, sheep, and potbellied pigs with obstructive urolithiasis while acid-base and electrolyte imbalances were corrected.

Incidence of malignancy and outcomes for dogs undergoing splenectomy for incidentally detected nonruptured splenic nodules or masses: 105 cases (2009-2013)
Incidentally found, nonruptured splenic masses or nodules without associated hemoperitoneum were most commonly benign. Results suggested that life expectancy for these dogs with incidentally detected benign or malignant splenic lesions that received prompt intervention was better than has previously been reported for other studied populations.

Should Diphenhydramine And Prednisone Be Continued Post Mast Cell Tumor Excision?
There might be some "dispelling of myths" you can do that would help the owners understand how well it's generally tolerated.

Wild Eagle With Radial/Ulnar Fracture Left Untreated By Wildlife Rehabilitation Center: Treatment Considerations And Prognosis
If the bird isn't dragging or damaging the wing, and is getting around well, no amputation would be necessary. I'd re-evaluate symptoms and quality of life every 2-3 months. If things change for the worse...

Staff Members Reluctant To Take Lunch Breaks
It may help to share with your staff *why* we need to take a lunch break and actually eat something. It's more than just needing a break, there is a physiological reason for it too.

Rabbit With Bloody Discharge And Mild Hypothermia; Importance Of Body Temperature, Blood Glucose, And Sodium Level As Prognostic Indicators In Ill Rabbits
Being a prey species, prognostic indicators are important in rabbits as they not only hide the signs and severity of disease, but also owners often unknowingly present them in a critical state. Here are some easily measurable parameters for assessing the severity of a rabbit's condition...

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VIN Rounds
Tuesday, December 6 - 1 p.m. ET
(Tuesday, December 6 - 6 p.m. GMT)
Join K. Fred Gingrich II, DVM, for Understanding the Veterinary Feed Directive.
*This session will feature audio. Take the readiness test before attending.

Venting Over a Venti
Tuesday, December 6 - 9:30 p.m. ET
(Wednesday, December 7 - 2:30 a.m. GMT)
Need to vent about solo vet issues?
Christina McRae, DVM, and other colleagues are here to lend an ear.

How to Use VIN, Part 1
Wednesday, December 7 - 9:30 p.m. ET
(Thursday, December 8 - 2:30 a.m. GMT)
The VIN Representative Committee will show you how to get more out of your VIN experience.
Email HowTo@VIN.com for more information about this free, three-session course.

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Is it ethical?
The best I can say is that nobody deserves to be judged without being given an opportunity to tell their side of the story. On many occasions, the records and the complainant's recollections don't accurately reflect what actually took place.

If the client feels that the veterinarian did wrong, encourage them to register a complaint. Nobody deserves to be judged by their colleagues without due process.

Website of the Week
Tufts Clinical Nutrition Service

What's your Diagnosis?
Zoonotic Case 174 - Opened 11/29
Ophthalmology Fun 189 - Opened 11/21
Dental Brain-Teaser 94 - Opened 11/22
Archives of the Challenging and Fun Cases

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Basics of Exotic Companion Mammal Dentistry
December 28, 2016 - January 28, 2017
Presenter(s): Sandra Mitchell, DVM, DABVP (Feline, ECM); Löic Legendre, DVM, FAVD, DAVDC, DEVDC

We will cover the basic dental anatomy for rabbits, guinea pigs, rodents, mice, rats, hamsters, and prairie dogs, as well as husbandry issues (such as diet) which may influence dental health. We will then discuss the common presentations seen with each species, methods of diagnosing dental disease, and the appropriate treatment for these conditions. Some time will be spent going over the proper equipment needed in the exotic dental suite, and post-procedural management options and care. This class will only touch on the anesthesia of these patients, leaving that generous topic for another course.

Anatomy of an Exotic Pet Practice
January 13 - February 8, 2017
Presenter(s): Rose Ann Fiskett, MS, VMD, DABVP (ECM)

This presentation will explore the reasons for starting an exotic pet practice or adding an exotic component to an existing practice. Whether or not one pursues this journey to completion depends on some soul searching and critical background preparation. There are drugs and various types of equipment unique to exotic pet practice in addition to essential whole hospital staff training. Only after careful preparation, whole hospital commitment to excellence in exotic pet care, staff training and compensation, equipment and drug purchases, etc. should the practice open the door to patients.

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