VPN Plus+ ExclusiveVideo series demonstrates 3 massage therapy techniquesJanuary 24, 2025In the Surgical Insights column of the February 2025 issue of Veterinary Practice News, Michael Petty, DVM, addressed using rehab therapy, including massage, in post-op patients. In a VPN Plus+ exclusive, Dr. Petty shares three videos to demonstrate his techniques.
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VPN Plus+ ExclusiveVideo series demonstrates testicular block, ovarian block, and diffusion catheterMarch 1, 2024In the Surgical Insights column of the March 2024 issue of Veterinary Practice News, Michael Petty, DVM, addressed how local blocks can be used to prevent pain in spay and neuter procedures. You can read the full article here. In a VPN Plus+ exclusive, Dr. Petty shares three videos to demonstrate his techniques.
Six steps for easier lipoma removalMay 22, 2023Lipoma removal is not a simple lumpectomy. It takes very careful surgical procedure and aftercare for these to heal without incident.
Surgical instrument selection and careApril 25, 2023Selecting the right tools makes for a more pleasant experience in performing procedures. Keeping tools in good working order also makes the job much less frustrating.
There's a new way to detect cancerDecember 3, 2022There are 14.5 million growths detected every year in the U.S. Approximately 40 percent of them are never diagnosed for reasons of time, cost, and invasiveness of procedure among others.
Cystotomy tips for challenging casesOctober 20, 2022There is something gratifying about doing a cystotomy and removing uroliths from the bladder.
An unusual surgery and an effective solutionAugust 3, 2022Recently, Dr. Mike Petty got a phone call from a panicking dog owner because her dog had what appeared to be an anal tumor, which had grown rather suddenly.
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.
VPN Plus+ ExclusiveA look at analgesia for enucleation -- with web-exclusive videosFebruary 22, 2022The surgical procedure for an eye enucleation is within the reach of any reasonably skilled surgeon; however, the pain during and after a procedure can be excruciating.
A look at analgesia for enucleationFebruary 7, 2022The surgical procedure for an eye enucleation is within the reach of any reasonably skilled surgeon; however, the pain during and after a procedure can be excruciating.
