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Treating a Head Abscess Part 1: Prep, Drain, Flush
Views: 2,570 - Comments: 1An abscess can lead to patient discomfort and infections that requires ongoing medical treatments. Review how to prep and flush a large head abscess from Staff Veterinarian Lindsey McGuire, DVM.
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Post-Surgery Suture Removal
Views: 2,490 - Comments: 1Learn from DoveLewis Surgeon Andrea Sundholm, DVM, DACVS-SA about how to quickly finish the last step of a patients surgical care. In this video, review both continuous suture patterns and interrupted sutures.
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A Generation of Changes in Veterinary Medicine
Views: 2,419 - Comments: 0A lot has changed over the last 25 years in veterinary medicine- patient care, perscription drugs, and technology just to name a few. Sharon McDermaid, CVT, has been with DoveLewis for 25 years! And she has seen first hand ma...
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Radiograph Diagnosis of Cauda Equina Syndrome
Views: 727 - Comments: 0A feline patient presented for straining to urinate and constipation. Radiographs determined Cauda Equina Syndrome. What’s next?
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Determining the Fate of Feline Aortic Thromboembolism
Views: 2,386 - Comments: 0Feline aortic thromboembolism affects approximately 25-30 percent of cats with heart disease. Thrombus formation occurs secondary to stagnation of blood in a dilated left atrium (blood stasis), the highly reactive state of feline...
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Considerations for Scruffing Feline Patients
Views: 6,804 - Comments: 4Scruffing used to be one of the most common ways to restraint feline patients. But that doesn’t mean it’s the best method! Learn from Staff Veterinarian Christy Michael, BVMS, about alternative methods for restraining, recognizing...
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Keeping a Pace on Diltiazem Toxicity With Bradycardia
Views: 1,756 - Comments: 0A 12-year-old neutered male Chihuahua weighing 3.8 kg was presented for evaluation of weakness following suspected ingestion of any of a variety of medications, potentially including extended release diltiazem, ibuprofen, aspirin,...
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The Twists and Turns of Corn Cob Ingestion
Views: 1,302 - Comments: 0A 5-year-old male neutered Labrador retriever was referred for abdominal exploration following a three-day history of gastrointestinal signs. He was known to have consumed corn cobs three days earlier followed by vomiting, abdomin...
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Severe Pedal Necrosis: When Bandage Management Goes Wrong
Views: 3,791 - Comments: 2Bandages are commonly used in the management of injuries to the distal extremity in veterinary patients. Bandages offer many benefits for healing of wounds and other injuries to the limb; they provide support, decrease edema, main...
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The Anorexic Cat: A Breakdown of Appetite Stimulants
Views: 7,246 - Comments: 1We’ve all encountered the frustration that is the anorexic cat. It is possible to run a comprehensive diagnostic panel and still not understand why the patient is not eating. Add full body imaging and your client can easily spend...
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My Journey to Vet School
Views: 1,927 - Comments: 0Continuing education and training can have immense benefits on your longevity and happiness in your career. It impacts the patients you are working with today as well as the patients you will treat tomorrow. In this blog, Anthony...
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Canine Hypoadrenocorticism - Addison's Disease
Views: 1,809 - Comments: 0Hypoadrenocorticism (HA) is a deficiency of the adrenal cortex to produce mineralocorticoids and glucocorticoids. Learn from Ladan Mohammad-Zadeh, DVM, DACVECC, as she explains hypoadrenocorticism (also known as Addison’s Disease)...
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Canine Megaesophagus
Views: 1,636 - Comments: 2Megaesophagus is a condition characterized by decreased or absent esophageal tone and motility usually resulting in diffuse dilation of the esophagus. Review clinical signs, diagnosis, and treatment options with Internal Medicine...
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What Pet Loss Support Taught Me
Views: 1,279 - Comments: 0I attended my first Pet Loss Support Group run by Enid Traisman, MSW, CT in December of 2018. I immediately felt the power of this community resource and felt validated in my own grief by the stories, lessons and experiences of th...
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Cryptorchidism in Dogs
Views: 2,107 - Comments: 1Cryptorchid testicles occur when one or both testicles don’t descend normally. Learn from DoveLewis Surgeon Ashley Magee, DVM, DACVS about evaluating these patients and prepping for surgery.
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Contrast Esophagram Review
Views: 2,078 - Comments: 1There are two types of contrasts commonly used in veterinary medicine. Review the options and this case diagnosis with Veterinary Radiologist Alan Lipman, DVM, DACVR.
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Radland - Anal Sac Mass
Views: 1,029 - Comments: 0A 12-year-old female spayed basset hound presented to DoveLewis Veterinary Emergency & Specialty Hospital with a history of vomiting, lethargy and multiple episodes of straining to urinate. Physical exam findings included a la...
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Receiving Constructive Criticism
Views: 5,075 - Comments: 2Being open to criticism, good or bad, is vital to being successful in any job. How else are you going to know what to improve on, how to grow, and areas may require more focus? When it comes to receiving criticism, it doesn’t a...
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Diagnosis of Ischium Lesions
Views: 1,073 - Comments: 1With Veterinary Radiologist Alan Lipman, DVM, DACVR, review a canine patient suffering from abdomen pain and the imagery that led to an effective diagnosis.
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Cadaver Labs
Views: 1,331 - Comments: 0DoveLewis is a teaching hospital, which means that we have interns, externs, and numerous students walking through our doors to learn. A great learning and hands-on opportunity takes place in our cadaver labs, hosted by Critical C...
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Preoperative TPLO Radiographs
Views: 2,522 - Comments: 0Learn from DoveLewis Surgeon Andrea Sundholm, DVM, DACVS-SA, about the unique radiograph views needed prior to completing a TPLO surgery.
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Understanding Cremation
Views: 2,036 - Comments: 0If you are a pet owner whose pet is in failing health, or if you have sadly experienced the recent passing of a pet, the following information may help guide you through this difficult period with knowledge, understanding and peac...
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Triaging the Acute Abdomen
Views: 3,252 - Comments: 1“Acute abdomen” in human medicine is defined as sudden and severe abdominal pain of unclear etiology. In veterinary medicine, it is typically a more general term used to describe a patient with any acute significant abdominal sign...
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When Thrombosis Gets Complicated
Views: 1,867 - Comments: 0Coagulation is a protective mechanism to prevent excessive hemorrhage following trauma. However, regulatory mechanisms are normally in place to control the timing and extent of the clotting process. For example, the procoagulant e...
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Snake Physical Exam and Restraint
Views: 3,223 - Comments: 0A physical examination of a snake includes looking at their eyes, nose, scales, and vent. Learn from Carrie Daly, DVM, about tips for completing a stress-free exam.
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Cannabis in Veterinary Medicine
Views: 5,275 - Comments: 2As a small animal veterinary professional, particularly one practicing in Portland, OR, it seems highly likely that you have been or will be asked about cannabis as a treatment option for a pet’s condition. It is tempting to just...
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Lymph Node and Mass Aspirate
Views: 2,286 - Comments: 0It’s important to know the different ways to sample masses and lymph nodes, as some techniques can end up altering your sample. Learn from Critical Care Specialist Ladan Mohammad-Zadeh, DVM, DACVECC, about ensuring your slides are...
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Talking to Children About Pet Death: Pt 2
Views: 1,789 - Comments: 2Dealing with a pet’s death is hard, and can be even harder when children are involved. Kids may not understand the magnitude of their pet’s illness, the related expenses, or how to assess quality of life. During these times, you c...
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Gastroduodenal Perforation in a Dog Treated with Steroids and NSAIDs
Views: 2,015 - Comments: 0An elderly Golden Retriever from out of state was presented for evaluation of abdominal effusion and possible surgery. The patient had a history of osteoarthritis and was being managed chronically with deracoxib. One week prior, s...
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Double Vision
Views: 3,445 - Comments: 4Veterinarians and technicians rely on one another every day to perform their jobs. Learn from Veterinarian Christy Michael, BVMS, and Megan Brashear, CVT, VTS (ECC) about how to improve communication, simplify hospital processes,...
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Dealing with Guilt
Views: 1,720 - Comments: 0Guilt is a common feeling among participants in the DoveLewis Pet Loss Support Program. Enid Traisman, MSW, CT, and Director of the DoveLewis Pet Loss Support Program reviews how to help those dealing with feelings of grief after...
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Leech Therapy
Views: 2,648 - Comments: 0Medicinal leeches can be used for treatment of congested blood and swelling. Learn from Andrea Sundholm, DVM, DACVS-SA, about how leech therapy was used to treat a dog’s hind leg with surgical complications.
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Forequarter Amputation
Views: 2,582 - Comments: 0Surgeon Andrea Sundholm, DVM, DACVS-SA, reviews the steps and considerations for completing a forequarter amputation on a dog.
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TPLO Surgery
Views: 2,410 - Comments: 0A TPLO, or tibial-plateau-leveling osteotomy, is a surgery performed to help stabilize the stifle joint. Learn the step-by-step instructions from Surgeon Andrea Sundholm, DVM, DACVS-SA, for completing this procedure.
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Foreign Body in Radiology
Views: 3,212 - Comments: 0Pets are constantly eating things they shouldn’t be. Learn from DoveLewis Radiologist, Alan Lipman, DVM, DACVR, about identifying unique foreign bodies.
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5 Ways to Use Peanut Butter in an Animal Hospital
Views: 3,127 - Comments: 0March 1st is National Peanut Butter Lover’s Day, and peanut butter is a commonly used tool here at DoveLewis. To celebrate, we’re sharing 5 facts about peanut butter and 5 ways to use peanut butter in your hospital. 5...
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Pulmonary Hypertension
Views: 1,766 - Comments: 0Review causes, diagnosis, and treatment of Pulmonary Hypertension in dogs with Caryn Reynolds, DVM, DACVIM (Cardiology). This talk is specifically RACE-approved for 1 DVM or Technician CE credit.
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Heart Murmurs in the Asymptomatic Canine and Feline Patient
Views: 2,323 - Comments: 0A heart murmur is a relatively common physical exam abnormality in dogs and cats. In this session, learn the likely causes of heart murmurs in asymptomatic patients based on the history, signalment and physical exam with Caryn Rey...
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Exploring Pulmonary Hypertension
Views: 2,364 - Comments: 0An 11-year-old, female spayed mixed breed dog was referred to cardiology for two episodes of syncope. Her owners reported an occasional cough and a slowly decreasing activity level and appetite over a two-week period. She was prev...
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Heartworm Treatment and Melarsomine Injection
Views: 3,921 - Comments: 3We know how important it is to remind owners to keep their pets on year round heartworm prevention, but what happens when a pet actually has heartworms? Veterinary Cardiologist Caryn Reynolds, DVM, DACVIM, reviews the treatment pr...
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Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy: An Overview
Views: 3,194 - Comments: 0Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (or HCM) is a common disease affecting cats. DoveLewis Cardiologist Caryn Reynolds, DVM, DACVIM (cardiology) reviews common symptoms, diagnosis, and medical management.
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Placing a Holter Monitor
Views: 1,787 - Comments: 0A Holter monitor (also called an ambulatory electrocardiography device) is a noninvasive method of assessing the heart's rhythm. Jaclyn Benglian, CVT, reviews how to assemble a Holter monitor for patients to wear at home. Downl...
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Small Animal Ultrasound: The Big 5
Views: 2,807 - Comments: 2Diagnostic sonography has proven to be a front line diagnostic for small animal patients. DoveLewis Radiologist Alan Lipman, DVM, DACVR, reviews factors to take into account to increase diagnostic yield when using ultrasound. T...
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Breaking the "Sink or Swim" Mentality
Views: 2,015 - Comments: 1Creating a training structure is a tedious, time consuming process, but it saves time and provides value for both you and your staff in the long run. Learn from Chief Administrative Officer Monica Maxwell, SPHR-SPC, about how to...
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Treating Proptosis with Temporary Tarsorrhaphy
Views: 2,878 - Comments: 0Proptosis is a protrusion of the globe from the boney orbit. It most commonly results from trauma to the head or neck. The degree force necessary to result in proptosis varies depending on the patient. Dolicocephalic b...
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Coping with Grief and Loss
Views: 2,353 - Comments: 1How does grief differ when a pet is lost due to old age versus a sudden tragedy? Enid Traisman, MSW, CT, and Director of the DoveLewis Pet Loss Support Program, reviews how clients may feel and react after losing a pet in each cir...
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Open Chest CPR
Views: 4,000 - Comments: 0You’ve just completed external chest compressions with no response, now what? Learn from DoveLewis Critical Care Specialist Ladan Mohammad-Zadeh, DVM, DACVECC, about how to enter the chest to begin cardiac massage.
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Open Chest CPR - Advanced Methods
Views: 2,471 - Comments: 0Open chest CPR is a difficult and hard to practice procedure. Learn from DoveLewis Critical Care Specialist Ladan Mohammad-Zadeh, DVM, DACVECC, about a few advanced ways to attempt to revive a patient.
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Why We Stay Open
Views: 2,356 - Comments: 0We learned recently that some local emergency hospitals are sending their patients to DoveLewis in an attempt to manage their own caseloads. We get it—when you combine factors like a national hiring shortage and our pet-friendly c...
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Glo Germ: A Staff Training Tool
Views: 3,754 - Comments: 3Here at DoveLewis, we take all things cleaning very seriously. It’s important that every staff member is up to date on our latest cleaning protocols. While it can be time consuming to spend time with each staff member reviewing ho...
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