This module sponsored by GastroDefense reviews the science behind bovine colostrum and its benefits as a nutritional supplement for dogs and cats. The presenters show how it can be used to bolster and balance the immune system, improve barrier function in the intestines, downregulate inflammation, and serve as an anti-infective agent. Lecture Transcript Course Handout…
This module sponsored by GastroDefense covers strategies for practice building aimed around the major pillars in the digital world. Concepts such as website design, SEO, reputation, and social media presence are reviewed. Lecture Transcript Course Handout Course Details
Heidi Reuss-Lamky reviews advanced catheterization techniques that veterinary technicians may be asked to perform. She discusses intraosseous catheters, arterial catheters, central line placement, and nasogastric and esophageal tube placement. Course Handout Course Details
Review of blood smear evaluation basics. A discussion of techniques to improve efficiency and common red blood cell, white blood cell, and platelet observations. View Course Course Handout Course Details
Dr. Misty Edmondson reviews the most common causes of urinary tract disease in small ruminants. She discusses clinical signs, diagnostics, treatment, and prevention of urolithiasis, and she also briefly covers conditions such as ulcerative posthitis and renal amyloidosis. Course Handout Course Details
Heidi Reuss-Lamky reviews common anesthesia mistakes that can affect veterinary patients. She discusses various areas of concern and provides instruction on utilizing surgical checklists to avoid errors. Course Handout Course Details
Heidi Reuss-Lamky reviews principles of radiation safety. She then provides detailed instructions on patient positioning for the most commonly utilized views in small animal practice. Course Handout Course Details
Heidi Reuss-Lamky reviews capnography and how it’s utilized in anesthesia. She discusses equipment, carbon dioxide physiology, and capnogram interpretation. Course Handout Course Details
Dr. Michelle Evason discusses clinical signs, diagnosis, and treatment of Lyme disease in dogs and cats. She then reviews prevention strategies. Course Handout Course Details
Dr. Lenore Bacek reviews arrhythmias that are commonly encountered in small animal emergencies. She provides tips for recognizing arrhythmias and recommended treatment options. Course Handout Course Details