VPN Plus+ ExclusiveWhen in doubt, cut it out! But by how much?April 13, 2022By Brennen McKenzie, MA, MSc, VMD, cVMARegardless of its mysterious provenance, the 3-cm margin for MCT excision has been widely adopted. Given the technical difficulty of this practice and the risk of post-surgical complications, it is likely many patients have suffered such complications or even been denied treatment for their disease due to the lack of an available veterinarian comfortable performing such an aggressive surgical excision. The adoption of standards without strong evidence has real-world consequences for our patients.
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Canine heartworm and Dirofilaria dollar discourseApril 12, 2022Canine heartworm prevention is a common client conversation topic. In the contiguous U.S., the nematode parasite causing heartworm, Dirofilaria immitis, is endemic, and elsewhere (globally) it is an increasing concern due to climate change, subsequent vector (mosquito) abundance, and range expansion.
Surgical success: Not just about procedureApril 12, 2022Two important parts of any surgical procedure’s successful outcome is the surgery itself and the anesthesia/analgesia that ensures patient safety and comfort.
The 'other' dental pain—ergonomic issuesApril 12, 2022Ergonomics is understood as the science dealing with designing and arranging things so people can use them easily and safely.
An updated look at practice evaluationApril 12, 2022Has the time come for veterinary practice appraisers and brokers to reconsider the parameters of fair market value for the general small animal practice?
Which equipment purchase option is right for your practice?April 11, 2022For practice owners, a common question is, “How do I expand and improve operations when it relates to purchasing expensive equipment?”
Getting the team in on every transactionApril 11, 2022ACT and ADT are two of the key practice indicator (KPI) metrics that should be monitored at regular intervals.
How to handle negative online reviewsApril 11, 2022Reviews are a powerful tool in the business world. They can be gifts our clients offer to help in our efforts to reach a wider audience.
Who is the real Marty Becker?April 11, 2022We all know, “First, Do No Harm” is part of the Hippocratic Oath, but I would like to take some literary license and expand this to, “First, Do No Harm To Thyself.”
Vet school adds Fear Free to curriculumApril 11, 2022Ensuring the next generation of veterinarians are familiar with gentle and effective handling techniques is the goal of a new academic requirement at RUSVM.
