VPN Plus+ ExclusiveThe corporatization of veterinary practices in America—Will you be a part of it?September 15, 2020While the corporatization of veterinary medicine might be a cause of concern for you as an independent practice owner, the right guidance can help you succeed in this rapidly changing marketplace.
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Achieving closure: Oral surgical flapsSeptember 14, 2020One may find it challenging to recruit enough tissue to close certain sites with a flap, such as the maxillary and mandibular canine teeth.
Fatty, meaty aromas tempt dogs to eatSeptember 11, 2020While the majority of pups may not be the pickiest of eaters, there’s no harm in ensuring their dining experience is as enjoyable as possible.
Figuring out controlled substances regulations: Where do I start?September 11, 2020Finding answers to questions regarding controlled substances can be overwhelming, confusing, and time-consuming. It is difficult to know where to look for regulations and to determine which ones to should follow.
What kind of impostor are you?September 11, 2020Despite the kudos, the high fives, and the congrats, do you feel like you fooled everybody into thinking you’re better than you are? Like you don’t deserve the praise?
Displaced Oregon pets offered sanctuarySeptember 11, 2020VCA Animal Hospital has opened its doors to animals belonging to those impacted by the West Coast’s wildfires.
VPN Plus+ ExclusiveHow AI is helping get veterinary radiology results fasterSeptember 10, 2020 It's no secret most veterinarians are swamped with more work than they can complete in a day. Specialty radiologists face the same problem. As more and more veterinarians send radiographs to specialists for interpretation, the workload keeps growing and there aren't enough specialists in the field to handle it. In fact, one study predicted by 2022, 66 percent of the teleradiology caseloads won't be met.1 What if computers could be trained to think like humans, creating an extension of the veterinary team to get more done in less time? That's the power of artificial intelligence (AI). Why add AI to veterinary medicine? AI is increasingly being used in other industries to get more done with less, so we see the same promise for veterinary medicine. Having an AI-based tool in the veterinary practice to assist with radiology reads is like having a personal radiologist on staff to review cases in real-time and provide analysis and recommendations within five minutes. How does AI work? What makes it exciting? Today, when veterinarians take radiographs, they typically send out for results and receive analyses back in 10 to 15 days or more – sometimes up to 30 days. Treatment is delayed – if …
Arrest made in $1-million equine drug theftSeptember 10, 2020An illicit eight-year, million-dollar equine drug operation that endangered the lives of countless horses has ended in an arrest in the Empire State.
Practical preventive care profitability unpacked in resourceSeptember 9, 2020The American Animal Hospital Association's latest publication explores how veterinarians can up their profits while also offering optimal care.
Global nutritional group enriched with partnershipSeptember 4, 2020WSAVA’s Global Nutrition Committee promotes the importance of performing regular nutritional assessments.
