Oncology
Lymphadenectomy: Overview of Surgical Anatomy and Removal of Peripheral Lymph Nodes
Lymphadenectomy is an important technique for evaluating abnormal lymph nodes or staging evaluation of patients with neoplasia.Urology & Renal Medicine
Feline Urethral Obstruction: Diagnosis and Management
Feline UO is a treatable emergency, with a survival rate to discharge higher than 90%, despite the fact that it is potentially life threatening due to severe electrolyte and acid–base imbalances secondary to acute postrenal azotemia/uremia.Diagnostics
Uncovering the Cause of Fever in Dogs
How to use an ordered and logical diagnostic and treatment protocol to determine the origin of a fever in veterinary practice.Toxicology
Illuminating the Toxicity of Fireworks
A case-based approach to treating a dog that has consumed fireworks.Personal/Professional Development
Making Dreams a Reality for Today’s Aspiring Veterinarians – An Interview with Dr. Chris Carpenter
An interview with Dr. Chris Carpenter, founder of Vet Set Go.Practice Management
Are Exotics a Fit for Me? Part 1: Development of the Exotics Practice
Factors to consider before incorporating exotics into your veterinary practice.Urology & Renal Medicine
By the Numbers: Feline Urinary Diseases
A look at the prevalence of cats with urinary diseases presented to Banfield Pet Hospitals in 2015 and what these numbers mean to the practitioner.Orthopedics
Regenerative Medicine for Soft Tissue Injury and Osteoarthritis
Regenerative medicine has been used to stimulate healing in areas that have not responded to more traditional approaches, helping injured tissues heal to their original or near-original condition.Personal/Professional Development
Life is Good: Lessons Learned from a T-Shirt
As I write this column, I’m remembering the 2016 NAVC Conference—the valuable education sessions and the fun we had during those five days in January.