An exciting update for veterinary professionals! Registration is now open for our new 1-hour CE course. The webinar will provide a comprehensive exploration of the link between diet and managing gastrointestinal disorders in pets—led by Laura Gaylord, DVM, DACVIM (Nutrition). Register now! Full details: Course title: Nutritional Management of Canine Chronic Gastrointestinal Disease 1-hour free CE (RACE approval pending) Led by: Laura Gaylord, DVM, DACVIM (Nutrition) When: Tuesday, May 7th 8-9 p.m. EST Register here: https://lnkd.in/gZsyNaRu
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Hospital-acquired infections (HAI), also known as healthcare-associated infections, are infections that occur during the care process in a hospital or healthcare facility and are not present or incubating at the time of admission. These infections represent the most frequent adverse events during care. In veterinary medicine, 70% of HAIs are preventable. The most common HAIs are bacterial contamination of intravenous catheters and surgical site infections. Despite this, hand hygiene remains underestimated as a key factor in preventing HAIs. Here are 5 key moments for hand hygiene to help fight and minimize avoidable hospital-acquired infections and unnecessary antibiotic use in veterinary medicine: 1. Before patient contact 2. After patient contact 3. Before clean or aseptic activities 4. After contact with potentially infectious material 5. After contact with the patient's immediate environment By practicing proper hand hygiene at these crucial moments, we can significantly reduce the risk of HAIs and ensure the health and safety of our patients. #MarsPetcare #ABetterWorldForPets #AniCura #PartnersInExceptionalVeterinaryCare
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🔬 Introducing the qcLAMP-Mini for UTI Testing 🚀 At Katalyst Laboratories, we are excited to present the qcLAMP-Mini, a groundbreaking tool designed for swift and accurate urinary tract infection (UTI) diagnosis. This innovative system can determine the presence of infection and identify the responsible organism in just 35 minutes. UTIs are a common issue in veterinary practice, often leading to discomfort and distress for pets and concern for their owners. Quick and accurate diagnosis is crucial for effective treatment. The qcLAMP-Mini offers a rapid solution, reducing the time to diagnosis from days to minutes. By ruling out infections quickly, we can significantly reduce the speculative use of antibiotics, promoting responsible antibiotic use and enhancing patient care. This is vital in the fight against antibiotic resistance, a growing concern in both human and veterinary medicine. Join us in our mission to combat antibiotic resistance and ensure effective treatment for our beloved pets. 🐶🐱 Discover how the qcLAMP-Mini can transform your practice and improve patient outcomes. #VeterinaryMedicine #AntibioticStewardship #UTITesting #InnovationInDiagnostics #PetHealth #RapidDiagnosis
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Owner / Veterinarian at Integrative Pet Wellness Center Specializing in Traditional and Holistic Pet Care in California and Nationwide.
IV Vitamin C therapy helps boost immune health, fight cancer, aid tissue repair, and detoxify the body. Studies show high-dose vitamin C given intravenously can penetrate tissues and achieve much higher concentrations than oral vitamin C supplements. #IntegrativePet uses IV vitamin C therapy as part of our integrative approach to veterinary medicine. If your pet struggles with chronic diseases or needs extra immune support, your Doctor - Dr. Chen, Dr. Hazzah, or Dr. Gaby - will advise you about including intravenous vitamin C along with other treatments to achieve optimal health. Boosting vitamin C is safe, effective and can greatly improve quality of life. #IVVitaminCBoost #pettherapy #holisticvet #integrativevet #rollinghillsesatates #veterinaryclinic #palosverdes
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Whiskers And Wisdom: A Thorough Discussion On Feline Urinary Tract Health 🐈⬛🐾 ⚕👩🏻⚕️ The Webinar Vet by Hill's Pet Nutrition & VetChat Joining Anthony for this PodCAT episode of VETchat by The Webinar Vet are Jody Lulich & Nathalie Dowgray. Jody is a Professor of medicine at the University of Minnesota Veterinary School and Nathalie is the Head of the International Society for Feline Medicine. In this PodCAT episode, we focus on the topic of improving feline urinary tract health. Jody and Nathalie share their careers to date and what led them to this area of veterinary medicine. They cover topics such as; the 3 most common diseases: stones, plugs, idiopathic cystitis, performing Decompressive Cystocentesis in a blocked cat, and how important urinary cytology really is. Anthony asks if we should be x-raying all the feline bladders we see, thus leading to a discussion on x-ray machines vs ultrasound machines. They also discuss the importance of nutrition when it comes to treating diseases such as struvite stones and give their insights on the wet vs. dry food debate. Anthony asks whether the general level of knowledge for nutrition in felines is still leading to cases of surgeries that may otherwise be avoidable through diet adaptations. Finally, Jody shares some news on the new potential treatment of FIP. 🐱 International Society of Feline Medicine Watch Jody's ISFM webinar here: https://lnkd.in/gDaB8pAp #FelineHealth #UrinaryTractHealth #WhiskersAndWisdom #VETchat #WebinarVet #HillsPetNutrition #CatWellness #PodCAT #VeterinaryMedicine #CatNutrition #ISFM #FIPTreatment #VetChatDiscussion
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Oesophagostomy tubes can provide enteral nutrition to patients who are unable or unwilling to eat, therefore improving their overall outcome. Feeding tubes are safe to place and associated with a low rate of major complications. Which 2 of the 4 following parameters are associated with an increased risk of stoma site infection in cats with an O-tube? a) Glucocorticoids treatment b) Duration of time in place c) Being discharged from hospital with the O-tube d) Chemotherapy treatment Keep an eye out for the answers later this week…. www.vvs.vet #VVS #VirtualVet #VirtualVeterinarySpecialists #ClinicalExcellence #TeamGrowth #VeterinaryPractice #AnimalHealth #VeterinaryDiagnostics #VeterinarySurgeon #VetNurse
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Case Report: Blood Transfusion in a 2-Month-Old Puppy Fluffy, a 2-month-old puppy was presented with severe anemia, presenting with an Hb of 3.2 g/dL and a PCV of 10%. Immediate blood transfusion was essential. Diagnosis and Treatment: Blood work showed anemia with a PCV of 10% and Hb of 3.2 g/dL , necessitating swift blood transfusion from an in-house donor. Procedure:Transfusion administered with close monitoring of vitals and blood parameters to ensure acceptance. Significant improvement post-transfusion with increased energy and stable vitals. Follow-up included iron supplements and deworming. The puppy is now thriving, showcasing the importance of prompt veterinary care and the critical role of blood transfusions. #VeterinaryMedicine #AnimalCare #BloodTransfusion #PuppyCare #EmergencyMedicine #PetHealth ---
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Bladder stones in female cats can lead to discomfort and urinary issues. These mineral formations can vary in size and composition, causing symptoms like frequent urination, straining, or blood in the urine. A vet's assessment is crucial for diagnosis and determining an appropriate treatment plan, which may involve dietary changes, medication, or in severe cases, surgical intervention. Monitoring your cat's water intake and providing a balanced diet can contribute to preventing the formation of bladder stones. Regular veterinary check-ups help ensure early detection and proactive management. #CatHealth #BladderStones #PetWellness
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Very interesting JAVMA paper regarding challenges and opportunities for antibiotic stewardship in feline medicine. We need to work together to change the overuse of Cefovecin in cats. A fundamental point here is education with a One Health mind set of owners and the veterinary care team. https://lnkd.in/gcBiiKCT
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Diabetes mellitus is a common endocrinopathy affecting our canine and feline patients, with alarming statistics indicating that 1 in 200 cats and up to 1 in 300 dogs are affected. With the rising rates of pet obesity, which nearly half of us have witnessed in the past two years, this condition is expected to become even more prevalent. 🐾 To better understand this important topic, dive into Helen Evans' insightful article, "Decoding Diabetes Mellitus in Dogs and Cats" https://lnkd.in/eiuUm3jy Helen's extensive background in veterinary endocrinology provides a wealth of knowledge that can help us better understand and treat this chronic condition, which impacts many of our patients. In this comprehensive piece, she decodes the complexities of diabetes mellitus, outlining the differences between feline and canine forms of the disease, key diagnostic criteria, and monitoring strategies. She emphasises the importance of early diagnosis and intervention to improve outcomes and even achieve remission in some cases. 📊✨ Original publication: The Veterinary Edge, issue 42, August 2024, pp 24-26 #veterinary #laboratory #endocrinology #diabetes #vetsurgeon #vetnurse #animalhealth #canine #feline
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