Exploratory Laparotomy and Gastrotomy

Ashley Magee, DVM, DACVS, performs an exploratory laparotomy on a dog diagnosed with a linear foreign body. She is able to remove the foreign body via gastrotomy, and explains the procedure while demonstrating.

Surgery of the Liver and Biliary System

Ashley Magee, DVM, DACVS, discusses different surgical techniques and the decision-making process when performing surgery on the liver and the biliary system.

This talk is specifically RACE-approved for one DVM or one Technician CE credit.

Canine Epidural

Coby Richter, DVM, DACVS, performs a single injection epidural in a dog prior to perianal surgery. Various methods for ensuring proper placement are discussed.

Journal Club

Lee Herold, DVM, DACVECC, does the reading work for you in this talk – she discusses the most clinically practical techniques and knowledge from recent veterinary journals. Topics include: urethral obstructions in cats, toxicology, and antibiotic use…

Heart Rate and Rhythm - Feline

Megan Brashear, CVT, VTS (ECC), discusses obtaining a heart rate on feline patients and the importance of listening for arrhythmias and checking pulses at the same time.

Monitoring Mucous Membranes - Feline

Megan Brashear, CVT, VTS (ECC), demonstrates how to examine mucous membrane color and measure capillary refill time in feline patients.

The Importance of Office Day

Megan Brashear, CVT, VTS (ECC), discusses the importance of dedicated office time for working hospital floor managers. She mentions ideas of how to fill that administrative time and how to communicate the importance to the rest of the team.

Corrected WBC Count

Megan Brashear, CVT, VTS (ECC), demonstrates how to calculate a corrected white blood cell count, which should be performed if more than five nucleated red blood cells are counted on a hand differential.

Pregnancy in the Workplace

Monica Maxwell, SPHR, talks about pregnancy in the workplace. This includes how to help pregnant employees keep themselves safe and how to communicate with pregnant employees and their doctor. Be sure to check out the helpful downloadable documents…

Open Gloving Technique

Megan Brashear, CVT, VTS (ECC), demonstrates how to don sterile gloves using an open gloving technique – meaning only the hands are sterile – to prepare for such procedures as placing a urinary catheter or central line.