Neurology
Treatment Plans for Routine and Refractory Canine Epilepsy
An effective epilepsy treatment plan for dogs should reduce seizure frequency, minimize adverse drug effects, and maximize quality of life.
Infectious Disease
Chagas Disease in Dogs: Transmission, Diagnosis, Treatment, and Prevention
Chagas disease in dogs is transmitted from triatomine insect vectors, but can be diagnosed, treated, and prevented by veterinarians.
Integrative Medicine
Probiotics, Prebiotics, Synbiotics, and Intestinal Health of Dogs and Cats
Probiotics for dogs and cats have become more popular with pet owners. Probiotics, prebiotics, and synbiotics have shown beneficial effects on some GI disorders in various clinical trials.
Diagnostics
Continuous Glucose Monitoring in Veterinary Patients
Continuous glucose monitors for companion animals with diabetes have become more commonplace in veterinary medicine as the advancement and affordability have progressed past more traditional methods.
Pharmacology
Maropitant Use in Cats
Maropitant can be an effective antiemetic in felines and is also useful as an adjunct to therapy for visceral pain.
Veterinary Forensics
Role of the Veterinary Pathologist in Veterinary Forensic Investigations
Veterinary pathologists must be scientific and objective in gathering forensic evidence since it could potentially be used in future court proceedings.
Dermatology
TCVM for Treating Autoimmune Skin Diseases
With proper training, traditional Chinese veterinary medicine modalities (specifically acupuncture and Chinese herbal therapy) can be easily implemented in clinical settings to empower Western practice for better patient-centered care.
Emergency Medicine/Critical Care
Definitive Treatment of Limb Fractures With Splints or Casts
Veterinarians must preserve their knowledge and skills in the “art” of utilizing splints and casts for limb fracture treatment. Learn the keys to successful use of coaptation as a definitive fracture treatment.
Infectious Disease
Lyme Disease in Dogs: Signs and Prevention
Lyme disease in dogs is a significant medical concern. Effective measures for preventing Lyme disease in dogs include proper use of tick control products and risk-based use of Lyme vaccines.
Integrative Medicine
Fish Oil Dosing in Pet Diets and Supplements
EPA and DHA may be beneficial in disease states, but use care when recommending EPA and DHA–containing VTDs and pet supplements concurrently.