It’s getting harder and harder to breathe: How I treat pneumoniaBacterial pneumonia is fairly common in vet med. This post provides an in-depth discussion of diagnosis and treatment. Read More
Myths in clinical cardiologyMuch of our education has been taught as dogma. This post reviews a list of common clinical myths involving cardiac disease with little evidence to support their validity. Read More
Factors to consider prior to pursuing allergen-specific immunotherapy in caninesAllergen-specific immunotherapy (ASIT) is the only therapy that has the potential to change the immunologic response to allergens. Read More
Whiskey in the water: How to smooth anesthesia with the right pre-medsPremedication is the basis of a sound anesthesia plan or menu. Every premedication is composed of: tranquilizer and opioid, combinations of which Read More
Perioperative hypoxemia – What do I do?Appropriate arterial levels of oxygen are important for maintaining normal tissue oxygenation and therefore normal cellular metabolism and overall cellular function. Read More
Imaging diagnosis of common gastrointestinal and respiratory emergenciesInterpretation of radiographs, or any additional diagnostic imaging studies, should be performed in a systematic manner to ensure evaluation of all structures and consideration of all possible diagnoses. Read More
Dexmedetomidine use in small animal surgeryUse of dexmedetomidine in an anesthesia protocol can be nerve-racking at first, but with time you'll come to appreciate its use in balanced anesthesia. Read More
No pain-true gain?Half of all veterinary patients present emergently in pain, especially dogs presenting with orthopedic or neurosurgical conditions, yet rapid and accurate identification and scoring of pain remains challenging. Read More
Lifelong careThe objective of the Lifelong Care initiative is to support pet, pet owner, and veterinary practice wellness. Read More
