Being Prepared to Make Quick Decisions in Surgery

We have all been in a surgery where we find something unexpected or we are forced to make a decision quickly that will affect the outcome of the case. Although quick decision making becomes easier…

Addisonian Crisis: A Summary of Emergency Presentation, Diagnosis, and Stabilization

AS “THE GREAT PRETENDER,” Addison's disease (hypoadrenocorticism) can look like just about anything. Thought to be most commonly secondary to immune-mediated adrenalitis, primary Addison's usually…

Grounding: A Wellness Tool During COVID-19

With the passing of time, there are many different reactions that we may be experiencing as our “new normal” unfolds during the COVID-19 pandemic. One feature that seems to linger is a persistent,…

Pass on the Gas: Understanding TIVA Techniques and Indications

Review total intravenous anesthesia techniques and protocols when inhalant anesthesia may not the best option for patients with co-existing disease. This lecture presented by Morgan McCann, CVT, LVT, VTS(Anesthesia/Analgesia) will include patient…

Pathophysiology of Shock

Shock is commonly seen in both the emergency room and the primary care clinic. It is a potentially reversible condition that significantly contributes to the death of patients from a variety of…

Applying and Troubleshooting ECG Leads

Getting a clear ECG reading on your patient is important. Learn tips from Nikki King, Cardiology Veterinary Assistant 3, about how to apply leads and troubleshoot common errors.

Journaling: A Wellness Tool During COVID-19

An unexpected outcome of this pandemic has been that it’s changed my days off. This weekend, the general sense of unease that has settled in since the pandemic began was accompanied by something else…