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Anything But Straight Forward: A Journey with Bisecting Angle Technique

Mastering the bisecting angle technique can be anything but straight forward sometimes. Amy Birchall, RVT, takes us on her journey of mastering her angles

Understanding Hyperadrenocorticism

Understanding Hyperadrenocorticism

Cushing’s Syndrome, also referred to as Cushing’s disease, is a condition resulting from persistently elevated cortisol levels in circulation. Learn about signs and tests to diagnose in this article.

Blood Smear : Hematology in the Point-of-Care Lab

Hematology in the Point-of-Care Lab

In recent years digital slide scanning has given veterinary professionals the option of point-of-care CBC pathologist review via remote consultation with board certified veterinary clinical pathologists. Learn More.

Urine Analysis Veterinary Medicine

Why Do a Urinalysis?

A urinalysis is a quick, safe, and easy screening test that provides invaluable information regarding pet health. Learn More.

Ultrasound and RVTs – Getting Started

Performing diagnostic ultrasound scans can generate new revenue, free up veterinarian’s time, and add to the job satisfaction of the technician. But how do we make this a reality?

measuring the Years Success for your veterinary practice

Measuring The Years Success

Has your practice had a good year? With the year coming to a close, it’s important to look back on your practice’s performance. Here are a few things to consider when reflecting on 2022.

Holiday Hazards for Pets

Ho, Ho, Ho, Uh oh! Winter Holiday Hazards

As veterinary professionals, we need to have a good understanding of what toxins are problematic and what diagnostic tools are needed to help us understand our patient’s status.

ZOONOTIC POTENTIAL OF LEPTOSPIROSIS

Originally leptospirosis affected mostly sporting, working, or herding dogs with extensive outdoor exposure, but smaller breeds and shelter dogs now also appear at increased risk.

Navigating Student Loans for Veterinary Technicians

Navigating Student Loans

Although veterinary student debt is often discussed in the media, student debt among veterinary technologists, technicians, and nurses is often overlooked.

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Use of Technicians during a COHAT; a Clinic’s Most Powerful Asset

In this article I want to focus on the COHAT (Comprehensive Oral Health Assessment & Treatment) and the use of veterinarians and technicians during the procedure.

5 Keys to Successfully Integrating Ultrasound Into Your Veterinary Practice

A Technician’s Role in Ultrasound

In human medicine, ultrasound is becoming an integral part of the physical exam, and veterinary medicine is not far behind.

Cognitive Dysfunction Syndrome

Cognitive Dysfunction Syndrome

As our pets age, we typically focus on the physical changes that are likely to arise. However, we should also be aware of the possibility of changes to cognition and should be equipped to recognize, diagnose, and manage cognitive dysfunction syndrome.