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Vaginal Cytology - Canine
Megan Brashear, CVT, VTS (ECC), demonstrates how to obtain a vaginal cytology on a dog.
Venipuncture Technique in Tortoise
Utilizing your teammates to help with difficult or unusual patients is crucial in veterinary medicine. Review a recent case with Patient Care and Education Specialist Sarah Harris, CVT, VTS (ECC), about how technicians worked together to collect blood…Venous Blood Gas
DoveLewis Technician Trainer Jessica Waters, CVT, reviews how to perform a venous blood gas test.
Veterinary Financial Coordinator Interview
Financial Coordinator at DoveLewis, Amy O’Daly, discusses her job description, how it fits in to the flow of the hospital, and her tips for talking about money with clients. This video is helpful for anyone responsible for discussing financial matters…
Veterinary Interview Prep
Whether you are applying for a position in a new city, or promotion at your current hospital, there are a few tips you should keep in mind. Cheryl Latta, DoveLewis Human Resources Manager, discusses how to make the best impression during your next…Vitamin D3 Toxicity: Rare but Noteworthy
Cholecalciferol is an uncommon cause of toxicity in the dog and cat, however after seeing several cases recently, I thought that it warranted a review. Thankfully, these cases were seen shortly after…Voiding Urohydropropulsion
A three-year-old, 39-pound, spayed Cocker Spaniel was referred for evaluation of a urinary tract obstruction. She had stranguria of several hours in duration. Evaluation at her primary care…Vomit Induction (Emesis)
Ladan Mohammad-Zadeh, DVM, DACVECC, discusses vomiting in patients, specifically induction of vomiting. The time frame for vomit, which foreign objects are safe to induce vomiting with, and the exploration of a patient’s vomit are all covered.
Von Willebrand Disease
Ladan Mohammad-Zadeh, DVM, DACVECC, gives a quick overview of Von Willebrand disease and discusses the treatment strategy for a dog previously diagnosed with the disease that presented to the hospital needing an exploratory laparotomy.
Well-being During COVID-19
We may be beginning to feel like we have more questions than answers amidst the COVID-19 pandemic. It is not unusual to experience a wide range of thoughts, feelings, and reactions. Some of these…Wellness Program
DoveLewis Wellness Program coordinators Enid Traisman, CT, MSW, and Josey Kinnaman, CVT, discuss the staff benefits of a coordinated hospital wellness program and the steps DoveLewis has taken to improve the wellness options for employees.
What We Bring Ep. 2: Flexibility and Finding an Unexpected Path in VetMed with Kaitlyn
Sometimes our career takes us in surprising directions. In this episode, atdove.org Account Executive Kaitlyn Sanborn discusses how she forged a somewhat unexpected path in vet med. She explains how she went from working at a shelter…
What We Bring Ep. 3: Dr. Caroline Tonozzi, Volunteer Veterinarian for the Iditarod
In this episode, Dr. Caroline Tonozzi discusses returning to her alma mater as a professor and her experience as a volunteer veterinarian for the Iditarod in the Alaskan wilderness.What We Bring Ep. 4: Chris Costa, CVT's Mental Health Journey In & Outside of Work
Learning to navigate and address a mental health diagnosis is challenging in and of itself, but how do we do so while also progressing in our professional lives? Chris Costa, a technician at DoveLewis discusses how he has learned to find support for his…What We Bring Ep. 5: Finding Connection Through Humor with Vet Stickers Founder Emily VanEron
In the face of the increased challenges in clinic life during the pandemic, technician Emily VanEron has found an unlikely way to find and spread joy in the vetmed community: stickers. Tune in to hear how she started her small business…
What We Bring: Imposter Syndrome & Client Compassion with Kara
Welcome to What We Bring! In our first episode emergency CVT Kara discusses imposter syndrome, how stress affects our patience at work, finding compassion for clients, and more. Tune in to hear the conversation and an introduction to the…
What Won’t Dogs Eat?
After years of practice in veterinary medicine, I still find myself pondering astonishingly: what won’t dogs eat? We know that most dogs do not have discriminating tastes, but I remain amazed at the…What's New in Veterinary Trauma Literature
Review updates in veterinary trauma literature with Ladan Mohammad-Zadeh, DVM, DACVECC. In this lecture we'll specifically discuss insights gained from the VetCOT Initiative and use of the Animal Trauma Triage Score. This talk is specifically RACE-…
When (You Think) Your Staff is the Problem: Manager Compassion Fatigue
In this session with DoveLewis Chief Administrative Officer Monica Maxwell, SPHR, SHRM-SCP, we will discusses manager compassion fatigue and how it appears differently from traditional burnout. Managers will often become resentful of their clinic’s…