Cations may be the cutest of the ions, but they are only part of the equation. This lecture will cover all things homeostasis, electrolyte balance, fluid shifts, ions, buffers, and more. The many systems involved, as well as their derangements in our patients will be the focus of this presentation for veterinary technicians and assistants.…
In this program, we will review Vet Blue, a novel technique for point-of-care ultrasound of lungs in veterinary patients. We will discuss scoring and how to diagnose and track common respiratory conditions. Date & Time Tuesday, November 1, 20226:00pm – 7:00pm (Central Time) Please note that registration for the webinar will close 15 minutes prior…
Within the last several years cognition and affect researchers have tried to understand the animal state better. Some studies show a more human like perception to pain with an emotional state, while others refute this conclusion. We will learn how to interpret our patients based on the evidence we have from measured behavioral and biological…
Respiratory distress is a common presentation in both emergency and general practice. This program will review localization of disease to different parts of the respiratory tract, common diseases, and approach to stabilization and diagnosis. Date & Time Wednesday, December 7, 20226:00pm – 7:00pm (Central Time) Please note that registration for the webinar will close 15…
This lecture provides a general overview of the evaluation and intervention of sick neonatal and pediatric patients with emphasis on review of the physiologic differences between neonatal, pediatric, and adult canines and felines. History collection, physical examination, and sample collection techniques are discussed. Normal vital parameters, laboratory reference ranges, fluid therapy and nutritional calculations are…
The lecture only briefly covers the pathophysiology of anaphylaxis but focuses on how to rapidly gain supportive evidence for the diagnosis of single insult (envenomation, vaccine/drug injection, degranulation of mast cell tumor) canine anaphylaxis. Sonographic detection of gallbladder wall edema has been published as having high sensitivity and specificity for anaphylaxis but has other causes.…
This session will discuss regional and local anesthesia methods available for food animals. When properly administered, local and regional anesthesia provides a safe and effective alternative to general anesthesia. General anesthesia requires more labor and equipment as compared to local anesthesia and has more adverse effects, such as bloat and cardiopulmonary depression. This session will…
Pulmonary hypertension (PH) is a relatively common cause of cardiopulmonary symptoms in older dogs, but it often proves difficult to diagnose and medically manage. This program will aim to clarify the details of this clinical enigma. Pulmonary hypertension will be defined, and the classifications and causes of the disease as outlined by the 2020 ACVIM…
With advances in preventive and medical care, our patients are living long, healthy lives, with an emphasis on health-span, not just life-span. Determining the relative age or life stage of a pet is important to provide optimal care, which includes more frequent wellness examinations and diagnostic efforts to identify and manage issues from early phases.…
In this premium webinar produced in partnership with Vet Candy Studios, we will review the basics of diabetes mellitus in cats. We will discuss anatomy, pathophysiology, comorbidities, management, and more! Date & Time Wednesday, December 21, 20226:00pm – 7:00pm (Central Time) Please note that registration for the webinar will close 15 minutes prior to start…
As a veterinary professional, you play an important role in helping to recognize the early signs of osteoarthritis (OA) in your canine patients as well as educating dog owners about this common joint disease. By proactively observing your patients and engaging with clients, you can help dog owners understand why routine OA exams are essential…
Simple and practical tips that can be easily incorporated into everyday practice to improve the euthanasia experience such as quality of life assessment tools, key sentences to show your empathy, where to inject, what to give and how to prevent professional complaints. But more than anything, how to feel better around euthanasia and to get…
This case-based session will summarize key aspects of anaplasmosis and ehrlichiosis in dogs and cats and provide resources for practical clinical management. Recent peer-reviewed literature, and evidence- and expert-based guidelines and resources, will be discussed. Date & Time Thursday, February 9, 20236:00pm – 7:00pm (Central Time) Please note that registration for the webinar will close…
You think like a veterinarian not like an accountant. So how can you excel at managing the finances of your practice without having to go to business school? Despite preconceived notions, understanding practice finances is not that dissimilar from understanding medical diagnostics. Much like we use diagnostic tests to assess an animal’s health, it is…
In this sponsored webinar, Marcy Bliss, the CEO of Wedgewood Pharmacy, along with panelists Ernie Ward (CVO, Vertical Vet), Leslie Boudreau (BASVT, TVTg, CVPM, PHR, PHRca, SPHR), and Cathy Barnette (DVM), will review GFI 256 and how it might impact practices and patients. She’ll discuss provisions and definitions and provide 5 easy ways to prepare…
As veterinary professionals we have a responsibility to provide harm reduction education to our clients regarding cannabis products. This lecture will bring you up to speed on the current research of the endocannabinoid systems of small animal species. It will include the special considerations, drug interactions and recommended safety protocols, as well as clinical monitoring…
A review of the diagnosis, clinical signs, treatment, and prognosis of Cushing’s Disease. Date & Time Wednesday, February 22, 20236:00pm – 7:00pm (Central Time) Please note that registration for the webinar will close 15 minutes prior to start of the event. Files Course Handout Zoom Webinar Details Meeting URL: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/81467530931?pwd=a1cyM3gzeE1MaGp0Z21jdHNJeW50Zz09Meeting ID: 81467530931Meeting Password: 1a05af3ebc Earning CE Credit…
This course will discuss the most common companion and animal diet trends with a focus on extracting the science from the fiction. An emphasis is also placed on client communication throughout the entirety of the lecture. Date & Time Tuesday, February 28, 20236:00pm – 7:00pm (Central Time) Please note that registration for the webinar will…
Do you find talking about money stressful? In school, we learn gold standard medicine, but in practice, we must balance client financial limitations with the best interest of our patients. There are flexible ways to get the information we want and need while still working within a client’s means by embracing the concepts of spectrum…
Some days it feels like commercial products are one size fits no one as we are trying to figure out how to treat our patients when we struggle to get an accurate dosage and struggle to get that dosage into the patient reliably. This is when we can reach for compounded medications that are made…