Why is my patient waking up while still under anesthesia?November 16, 2020The art and science of anesthesia is keeping the patient under an appropriate anesthetic depth.
Education Center - SponsoredVector-Borne Disease Coming to a Neighborhood Near You: Which Tests to Reach For, and Why?by • AntechWhether it’s a screening to identify exposure to tick-borne pathogens, or a broad molecular diagnostic panel to help with acute disease detection or confirm the presence of genetic material, these options empower veterinary teams, guide treatment, and support antimicrobial stewardship.
How you can prevent iatrogenic mandibular fracturesNovember 16, 2020The clinical specialist plays many roles, including support of the general practitioner (GP). The former can be a valuable resource for the latter, offering advice when preoperative, intraoperative, and postoperative questions arise.
Individualized care central to trial canine osteosarcoma treatment methodNovember 16, 2020Dogs diagnosed with a deadly form of bone cancer may soon have a greater chance of survival, thanks to the expansion of a clinical trial.
Wacky pet insurance claims recognizedNovember 16, 2020From an Australian cattle dog who sustained a mouth-to-mouth collision with another dog at a park to a playful boxer who ran through a glass window to greet a visitor, the nominees of this year’s Hambone Awards by Nationwide are as peculiar as ever.
VPN Plus+ ExclusiveLasering in on a better approach for BOAS patientsNovember 13, 2020A practical guide of surgical tips to using lasers for BOAS patients, as well as an overview of related issues for brachycephalic dog breeds.
In the house: New thinking on kennels and cagesNovember 13, 2020Cage and kennel housing have been keeping dogs and cats safe and secure for more than 100 years, but continuous improvement makes today’s units much more pet-friendly.
"Doctor, I missed a heartworm dose!"November 13, 2020Temporaray pandemic-related disruption to pet wellness visits may have resulted in lapses in administering heartworm prophylaxis. What now?
Eight tips to increase laboratory revenueNovember 11, 2020Because more pet owners are working from home, they are noticing subtle symptoms and seeking treatment earlier. Attentive pet owners can drive the growth of your diagnostic revenue.
Do your clients have a contingency COVID pet-care plan?November 9, 2020As COVID numbers continue to climb across the U.S., AVMA is asking veterinarians to ensure their clients have an animal-care plan in the event they contract coronavirus.
Telehealth gives pets a handNovember 6, 2020One columnist's tale of how a connected care conference call helped him ease the discomfort of his 18-year-old Devon rex.