VPN Plus+ ExclusiveTech Talk: Is there really a veterinary technician shortage? A profession in crisisFebruary 19, 2021By Ed Carlson, CVT, VTS (nutrition)Unfortunately, no statistics are provided for the number of veterinary assistants employed or other individuals working in a veterinary technician capacity. Given these numbers are of individuals self-reporting as veterinary technicians, it is doubtful it represents only credentialed veterinary technicians. So, does this make a difference?
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Cat foundation rebrand reflects global visionFebruary 19, 2021A feline-focused nonprofit organization with more than 50 years’ history has revamped its name to better embody a global vision for cat health and welfare.
Funds available for emerging leaders in feline medicineFebruary 18, 2021Cat-loving veterinary students are encouraged to sharpen their claws and pounce on a scholarship opportunity from Winn and AAFP.
Diagnostics, monitoring streamlined with connected careFebruary 16, 2021Arming veterinary teams with the skills and knowledge needed to confidently implement telehealth and connected care is at the heart of a newly published industry resource.
A wholehearted approach to treating the cardiac patientFebruary 11, 2021Cardiology can seem intimidating, but as our knowledge and treatment recommendations advance, so do the benefits for our patients.
Should veterinarians adhere to scientific standards for acceptable practice?February 11, 2021The purpose of evidence-based veterinary medicine (EBVM) is to improve patient care by providing clinicians with high-quality information and, more importantly, with the decision-making tools necessary to use it effectively.
Preventing horse deaths central to transport billFebruary 11, 2021Ensuring the safe and humane transport of horses is the aim of a bipartisan bill recently reintroduced in the U.S. House of Representatives.
VPN Plus+ ExclusiveCurbside dilemmas: nine tips for troubleshooting the dreaded COVID protocolFebruary 11, 2021By Patty Khuly, VMD, MBAClient communication has taken a hit during COVID. Here are nine troubleshooting tips to help get your teams through the pandemic.
Cancer misdiagnosis may be common in English bulldogsFebruary 11, 2021Research out of CSU suggests a high B-cell count does not necessarily indicate cancer in English bulldogs, Morris Animal Foundation reports.
How our profession went viral: COVID-related changes in client behaviorFebruary 9, 2021Last March, when COVID-19 initiated its first round of shutdowns, most of us wrung our hands and wondered whether our profession could weather this.
