http://www.dvm360.com/veterinary/Internal+medicine%3A+Veterinary+CE/Article/list/47777 Continuing education (CE) courses about veterinary internal medicine for veterinarians, veterinary technicians, veterinary practice managers, and other veterinary team members. 2013-06-19T11:18:32Z http://www.dvm360.com/veterinary/Veterinary+CE/Veterinary-Assistant-Training-Program/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/815283?contextCategoryId=47777&ref=25 VetMedTeam has 2 tracks of study for students interested in a NAVTA approved veterinary assistant training program. Tracks are for both novice and experienced VAs. The novice track is for VAs with dated experience or those with less than 5 years of experience. The experiential track will cater to those VAs who have 5 years or more of experience within the past 8 years, or those who have completed at least 1 year of studies in an AVMA accredited veterinary technology program. Both tracks offer on-demand access to course materials - you can login and complete assignments at your convenience until the course closes. Both tracks prepare students to sit for the designated examination. Students are required (no exceptions) to be employed a minimum of 20 hours per week actively as an assistant. The prospective student must perform the work of a veterinary assistant in a practice that provides full medical care to clients with privately owned animals. 2013-06-10T04:00:00Z http://www.dvm360.com/veterinary/data/articlestandard/veterinary/242013/815283/t_2_thumbnail.jpg http://www.dvm360.com/veterinary/data/articlestandard/veterinary/242013/815283null HTML http://www.dvm360.com/veterinary/Veterinary+CE/Urinary-Incontinence-When-Good-Dogs-Leak-Sponsored/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/815284?contextCategoryId=47777&ref=25 The course is designed to help the veterinary practice team understand the factors related to urinary incontinence. (3 CE credits) 2013-06-10T04:00:00Z http://www.dvm360.com/veterinary/data/articlestandard/veterinary/242013/815284/vt_free_thumbnail.jpg http://www.dvm360.com/veterinary/data/articlestandard/veterinary/242013/815284null HTML http://www.dvm360.com/veterinary/Veterinary+CE/Feline-Senior-Care-Guidelines/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/815285?contextCategoryId=47777&ref=25 The American Association of Feline Practitioners has developed a set of general guidelines for the care of the aging cat. This course discusses the AAFP senior guidelines and how to implement them into a veterinary practice. (2 CE credits) 2013-06-10T04:00:00Z http://www.dvm360.com/veterinary/data/articlestandard/veterinary/242013/815285/vt_free_thumbnail.jpg http://www.dvm360.com/veterinary/data/articlestandard/veterinary/242013/815285null XML http://www.dvm360.com/veterinary/Veterinary+CE/Implementing-the-AAHA-AVMA-Preventive-Healthcare-G/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/810488?contextCategoryId=47777&ref=25 This course is designed to help practices and practice team members become acquainted with the components of the guidelines and to help facilitate implementation. Through this course, practice team members will understand how implementation of these guidelines can help to increase the level of preventive care provided to patients, leading to a stronger practice and improved delivery of quality veterinary medicine. (1 CE credit) 2013-06-10T04:00:00Z http://www.dvm360.com/veterinary/data/articlestandard/veterinary/152013/810488/vt_free_thumbnail.jpg http://www.dvm360.com/veterinary/data/articlestandard/veterinary/152013/810488null XML http://www.dvm360.com/veterinary/Veterinary+CE/Introduction-to-Immunology-and-Principles-of-Vacci/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/813838?contextCategoryId=47777&ref=25 This online course provides an overview of how the immune system works, how vaccines can prevent disease, and why vaccines sometimes fail to protect from disease and occasionally cause adverse reactions. The course includes 4.5 hours of online video lectures. Participants have the freedom to go through the course on a schedule that best meets their needs. All participants receive printed study materials. (7 CE credits) 2013-05-21T04:00:00Z http://www.dvm360.com/veterinary/data/articlestandard/veterinary/212013/813838/vt_3_thumbnail.jpg http://www.dvm360.com/veterinary/data/articlestandard/veterinary/212013/813838null XML http://www.dvm360.com/veterinary/Veterinary+CE/The-Dashboard-Effect---Hematologic-and-Biochemistr/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/813586?contextCategoryId=47777&ref=25 A 15 minute power learning session about the common alterations observed in CBC and biochemistry panel results due to delayed analysis and sample handling errors. Learn to determine what are erroneous aberrations and what changes should be considered true problems in the equine patient. (0.25 CE credits) 2013-05-17T04:00:00Z http://www.dvm360.com/veterinary/data/articlestandard/veterinary/202013/813586/vt_1_thumbnail.jpg http://www.dvm360.com/veterinary/data/articlestandard/veterinary/202013/813586null XML http://www.dvm360.com/veterinary/Veterinary+CE/Focus-on-Companion-Animal-Zoonosis/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/810487?contextCategoryId=47777&ref=25 This course will provide the veterinary team with basic information regarding the infection potential for the most common zoonotic diseases of dogs and cats. Each of the 14 zoonotic diseases discussed in this course will contain a general overview leading into more specific details on how the disease can be transmitted to staff or a client.Topics covered in this course include gastrointestinal parasite prevalence, life cycles, transmission, diagnosis and treatment. In addition, current fecal evaluation techniques are explained and demonstrated. Zoonotic disease potential and client education are discussed. (5 CE credits) 2013-04-12T04:00:00Z http://www.dvm360.com/veterinary/data/articlestandard/veterinary/152013/810487/vt_free_thumbnail.jpg http://www.dvm360.com/veterinary/data/articlestandard/veterinary/152013/810487null XML http://www.dvm360.com/veterinary/Veterinary+CE/MerialEDU-Free-CE-Courses-Sponsored-by-Merial/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/810476?contextCategoryId=47777&ref=25 VetMedTeam has partnered with Merial to provide 9 Free CE courses for technicians and other health care team members. Course subjects range from dentistry to pain management to fleas/ticks to zoonotic diseases. Courses are asynchronous and on-demand formats for optimal convenience. (5 CE credits) 2013-04-12T04:00:00Z http://www.dvm360.com/veterinary/data/articlestandard/veterinary/152013/810476/vt_free_thumbnail.jpg http://www.dvm360.com/veterinary/data/articlestandard/veterinary/152013/810476null XML http://www.dvm360.com/veterinary/Veterinary+CE/Veterinary-Assistant-Program/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/810489?contextCategoryId=47777&ref=25 This is an experiential track that caters to those VAs who have 5 years or more of experience within the past 8 years, or those who have completed at least 1 year of studies in an AVMA accredited veterinary technology program. This course offers on-demand access to course materials - you can login and complete assignments at your convenience until the course closes. Course prepares students to sit for the designated examination. Students are required (no exceptions) to be employed a minimum of 20 hours per week actively as an assistant. The prospective student must perform the work of a veterinary assistant in a practice that provides full medical care to clients with privately owned animals. (No CE credit) 2013-04-12T04:00:00Z http://www.dvm360.com/veterinary/data/articlestandard/veterinary/152013/810489/vt_2_thumbnail.jpg http://www.dvm360.com/veterinary/data/articlestandard/veterinary/152013/810489null XML http://www.dvm360.com/veterinary/Veterinary+CE/Focus-on-Fecal-Diagnostics/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/810486?contextCategoryId=47777&ref=25 Topics covered in this course include gastrointestinal parasite prevalence, life cycles, transmission, diagnosis and treatment. In addition, current fecal evaluation techniques are explained and demonstrated. Zoonotic disease potential and client education are discussed. (5 CE credits) 2013-04-12T04:00:00Z http://www.dvm360.com/veterinary/data/articlestandard/veterinary/152013/810486/vt_free_thumbnail.jpg http://www.dvm360.com/veterinary/data/articlestandard/veterinary/152013/810486null XML http://www.dvm360.com/veterinary/Veterinary+CE/NAVTA-Journal-Article-CE-Courses-Sponsored-by-NAVT/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/810475?contextCategoryId=47777&ref=25 VetMedTeam provides NAVTA journal article review courses RACE approved for 1 CE credit per article for technicians. The articles are presented on-demand--enroll in and complete the course at anytime before the course close date. (1 CE credit) 2013-04-12T04:00:00Z http://www.dvm360.com/veterinary/data/articlestandard/veterinary/152013/810475/t_1_thumbnail.jpg http://www.dvm360.com/veterinary/data/articlestandard/veterinary/152013/810475null XML http://www.dvm360.com/veterinary/Veterinary+CE/UTs-Companion-Animal-Pain-Management-Certificate-S/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/810494?contextCategoryId=47777&ref=25 This program is designed to help veterinarians and veterinary technicians identify the pathologies that will benefit from effective pain management practices. It provides an in-depth discussion of the neurobiology of acute and chronic pain. This program embraces the multimodal treatment of paint management and provides an evidence-based approach to treatment options. The course consists of 14 in-depth modules and meets the requirements for 28 RACE hours of continuing education credit for both veterinary technicians and veterinarians. (28 CE credits) 2013-04-12T04:00:00Z http://www.dvm360.com/veterinary/data/articlestandard/veterinary/152013/810494/vt_3_thumbnail.jpg http://www.dvm360.com/veterinary/data/articlestandard/veterinary/152013/810494null XML http://www.dvm360.com/veterinary/Veterinary+CE/UT-Canine-Osteoarthritis-Case-Manager-Certificate-/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/810508?contextCategoryId=47777&ref=25 The program covers the entire spectrum of OA Case Management from maximizing the effectiveness of business practices, correct utilization of the veterinary technician in case management applications, to exploration and application of the most common treatment modalities using the multimodal approach. (20 CE credits) 2013-04-12T04:00:00Z http://www.dvm360.com/veterinary/data/articlestandard/veterinary/152013/810508/vt_3_thumbnail.jpg http://www.dvm360.com/veterinary/data/articlestandard/veterinary/152013/810508null XML http://www.dvm360.com/veterinary/Veterinary+CE/UTs-Certificate-Program-in-Canine-Rehabilitation-S/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/810491?contextCategoryId=47777&ref=25 This program is a sequence of postgraduate courses for veterinarians, physical therapists, physical therapist assistants and veterinary technicians or students of these professions, followed by a supervised clinical experience and a cumulative examination. The modules in this program are designed to guide the participant through the theoretical foundations to the clinical applications of canine rehabilitation. This program begins with separate curricula for veterinary and physical therapy professionals and ends with these professions joining together for their final courses to best meet the needs of the students. The program reviews the regulatory issues involved in this field of practice from the perspective of physical therapists and veterinarians. (12 CE credits) 2013-04-12T04:00:00Z http://www.dvm360.com/veterinary/data/articlestandard/veterinary/152013/810491/vt_3_thumbnail.jpg http://www.dvm360.com/veterinary/data/articlestandard/veterinary/152013/810491null XML http://www.dvm360.com/veterinary/Veterinary+CE/Case-Study-Investigation-Case-Study-CE-Courses/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/807940?contextCategoryId=47777&ref=25 Free Case Study Investigation CE courses are available for registration at any time and individually explore the scenarios of a seizing canine, diabetic feline, icteric spaniel, terrier with weight loss, polydipsia in a canine, and a vomiting canine patient. The VetMedTeam Case Study Investigation courses present true-to-practice scenarios designed to lead the student through the initial presentation to treatment, discharge and follow-up. The Case Studies are structured to allow participants to proceed at their own pace and all necessary material is provided online. The Case Studies are appropriate for all veterinary practice team members involved in patient care who wish to broaden and/or review their medical knowledge. (1 CE credit) 2013-03-12T04:00:00Z http://www.dvm360.com/veterinary/data/articlestandard/veterinary/112013/807940/vt_free_thumbnail.jpg http://www.dvm360.com/veterinary/data/articlestandard/veterinary/112013/807940null XML http://www.dvm360.com/veterinary/Veterinary+CE/Lone-Star-and-American-Dog-Ticks-as-Disease-Vector/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/780691?contextCategoryId=47777&ref=25 In this Webinar, which is part of a series on the most common ticks found throughout the United States, Dr. Leah Cohn reviews the effects of the Lone Star and American Dog Ticks as disease vectors. (1 CE credit) 2012-07-09T04:00:00Z http://www.dvm360.com/veterinary/data/articlestandard/veterinary/282012/780691/vt_free_thumbnail.jpg http://www.dvm360.com/veterinary/data/articlestandard/veterinary/282012/780691null XML http://www.dvm360.com/veterinary/Veterinary+CE/Savvy-Radiation-Safety/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/777338?contextCategoryId=47777&ref=25 This on-demand course was written to provide information in a fun, easy, and memorable way that can be used to help hone your radiation safety skills; answer questions you may have; give you information you can use to decrease the amount of radiation you, as a radiation worker are exposed to; and to help you prepare for national, state, or local exams if you have those ahead. As people who spend a lot of time leaded, we also included radiation apparel comparisons and our recommendations. (2 CE credits) 2012-06-12T04:00:00Z http://www.dvm360.com/veterinary/data/articlestandard/veterinary/242012/777338/vt_1_thumbnail.jpg http://www.dvm360.com/veterinary/data/articlestandard/veterinary/242012/777338null XML http://www.dvm360.com/veterinary/Veterinary+CE/Understanding-Ultrasound/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/777337?contextCategoryId=47777&ref=25 In this on-demand CE course, you will become familiar with aspects of ultrasonography that will help veterinarians and technicians prepare patients for ultrasound exams, provide the basic knowledge needed for doing ultrasound exams, and learn terminology associated with ultrasonography. It is not meant to be a replacement for adequate and extensive hands-on training in doing ultrasounds. The course is written by Fern Delaney, a registered diagnostic medical sonographer who specializes in performing veterinary ultrasonography and training other professionals to do so. (2 CE credits) 2012-06-12T04:00:00Z http://www.dvm360.com/veterinary/data/articlestandard/veterinary/242012/777337/vt_1_thumbnail.jpg http://www.dvm360.com/veterinary/data/articlestandard/veterinary/242012/777337null XML http://www.dvm360.com/veterinary/Veterinary+CE/Radiation-Safety-Follow-the-Rules-and-Sleep-Better/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/775709?contextCategoryId=47777&ref=25 We receive dozens of emails from technicians and practice owners addressing problems in their radiology department. Many of these problems involve concerns about radiation safety, exposure badge readings, increased exposure from unnecessary retakes, increased exposure from digital radiography, pregnant employees and technicians who just don't want to hand-hold animals during radiography. This webinar addresses all of these points and will help you take control of radiology-related issues in your practice. (1 CE credit) 2012-05-31T04:00:00Z http://www.dvm360.com/veterinary/data/articlestandard/veterinary/222012/775709/vt_free_thumbnail.jpg http://www.dvm360.com/veterinary/data/articlestandard/veterinary/222012/775709null XML http://www.dvm360.com/veterinary/Veterinary+CE/Electrolytes-Got-You-Puzzled-An-In-house-Lab-Will-/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/771843?contextCategoryId=47777&ref=25 Online on-demand CE challenge: It's a simple fact that the inclusion of electrolytes on every biochemistry panel will add valuable information, yet practitioners commonly fail to include them. (0.5 CE credits) 2012-05-02T04:00:00Z http://www.dvm360.com/veterinary/data/articlestandard/veterinary/182012/771843/vt_free_thumbnail.jpg http://www.dvm360.com/veterinary/data/articlestandard/veterinary/182012/771843null XML http://www.dvm360.com/veterinary/Veterinary+CE/Disorders-of-Potassium-Hypokalemia-and-Hyperkalemi/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/756314?contextCategoryId=47777&ref=25 In this self-paced online course, Dr. Stephen P. DiBartola explains the major factors that determine potassium balance in the body, lists the common causes of hypokalemia and hyperkalemia, and explains how to symptomatically treat hypokalemia and hyperkalemia. (1 CE credit) 2012-01-13T05:00:00Z http://www.dvm360.com/veterinary/data/articlestandard/veterinary/022012/756314/vt_1_thumbnail.jpg http://www.dvm360.com/veterinary/data/articlestandard/veterinary/022012/756314null HTML http://www.dvm360.com/veterinary/Veterinary+CE/Atlantoaxial-Instability---A-Practical-Approach-to/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/756308?contextCategoryId=47777&ref=25 The presentation will help you understand the pathogenesis of AA instability and pertinent differentials in dogs, recognize exam and diagnostic imaging findings typical for AA instability, and be familiar with treatment options such as external coaptation of the cervical spine. (1 CE credit) 2012-01-13T05:00:00Z http://www.dvm360.com/veterinary/data/articlestandard/veterinary/022012/756308/vt_1_thumbnail.jpg http://www.dvm360.com/veterinary/data/articlestandard/veterinary/022012/756308null HTML http://www.dvm360.com/veterinary/Veterinary+CE/Disorders-of-Sodium-Hypernatremia-and-Hyponatremia/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/756313?contextCategoryId=47777&ref=25 This video-on-demand presentation will explain how the body regulates extracellular fluid volume and water balance, explain how hypernatremia and hyponatremia arise, and explain how hyponatremia can occur with both extracellular fluid volume depletion and volume expansion. (1 CE credit) 2012-01-13T05:00:00Z http://www.dvm360.com/veterinary/data/articlestandard/veterinary/022012/756313/vt_1_thumbnail.jpg http://www.dvm360.com/veterinary/data/articlestandard/veterinary/022012/756313null HTML http://www.dvm360.com/veterinary/Veterinary+CE/Cervical-Spondylomyelopathy-Wobbler-Syndrome-Curre/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/756306?contextCategoryId=47777&ref=25 In this video-on-demand presentation, you will learn to understand the differences between cervical spondylomyelopathy in large and giant breed dogs, know the advantages and disadvantages of the diagnostic options, and understand the advantages and disadvantages of the different methods of treatment. (1 CE credit) 2012-01-13T05:00:00Z http://www.dvm360.com/veterinary/data/articlestandard/veterinary/022012/756306null HTML http://www.dvm360.com/veterinary/Veterinary+CE/Canine-Degenerative-Myelopathy-Update-on-Diagnosis/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/756309?contextCategoryId=47777&ref=25 This video-on-demand will help you understand the clinical disease spectrum canine degenerative myelopathy, understand the pathophysiology as it relates to amyotrophic lateral sclerosis, and understand dilemmas associated with diagnosis of degenerative myelopathy. (1 CE credit) 2012-01-13T05:00:00Z http://www.dvm360.com/veterinary/data/articlestandard/veterinary/022012/756309/vt_1_thumbnail.jpg http://www.dvm360.com/veterinary/data/articlestandard/veterinary/022012/756309null HTML http://www.dvm360.com/veterinary/Veterinary+CE/Meningoencephalitis-in-Dogs-Overview-of-Diagnosis-/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/756307?contextCategoryId=47777&ref=25 This video-on-demand presentation will help you know the infectious and immune mediated causes of inflammation in the feline and canine central nervous system, appropriately investigate a patient to confirm an inflammatory disorder of the CNS, and appropriately treat a patient with CNS inflammatory disease. (1 CE credit) 2012-01-13T05:00:00Z http://www.dvm360.com/veterinary/data/articlestandard/veterinary/022012/756307null HTML http://www.dvm360.com/veterinary/Veterinary+CE/Case-Based-Acid-Base-Analysis-Sponsored-by-Ohio-Ve/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/756317?contextCategoryId=47777&ref=25 This self-paced online course presented by Dr. Stephen P. DiBartola will help you interpret blood gas analysis data and calculate the expected compensatory response in dogs, and recognize mixed acid base disturbances. (1 CE credit) 2012-01-13T05:00:00Z http://www.dvm360.com/veterinary/data/articlestandard/veterinary/022012/756317/vt_1_thumbnail.jpg http://www.dvm360.com/veterinary/data/articlestandard/veterinary/022012/756317null HTML http://www.dvm360.com/veterinary/Veterinary+CE/Introduction-to-Fluid-Therapy-Sponsored-by-Ohio-Ve/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/756312?contextCategoryId=47777&ref=25 This self-paced online course will help you assess the patient's dehydration and determine the animal's fluid needs for correction of dehydration, choose the appropriate crystalloid fluid based on clinical presentation and serum chemistry results, and understand how to determine a dog or cat's daily maintenance fluid needs. (1 CE credit) 2012-01-13T05:00:00Z http://www.dvm360.com/veterinary/data/articlestandard/veterinary/022012/756312/vt_1_thumbnail.jpg http://www.dvm360.com/veterinary/data/articlestandard/veterinary/022012/756312null HTML http://www.dvm360.com/veterinary/Diagnostic+Center/Innovative-Diagnostics-to-Manage-Canine-and-Feline/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/750749?contextCategoryId=47777&ref=25 This online on-demand course, part of a series on heart disease, will demonstrate the clinical utility of the cardiac biomarker, NTproBNP, which can help you diagnose canine and feline heart disease in your practice. (0.5 CE credits) 2011-11-29T05:00:00Z http://www.dvm360.com/veterinary/data/articlestandard/veterinary/492011/750749/vt_free_thumbnail.jpg http://www.dvm360.com/veterinary/data/articlestandard/veterinary/492011/750749null XML http://www.dvm360.com/veterinary/Veterinary+CE/The-IDEXX-Guide-to-Thyroid-Disease/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/741951?contextCategoryId=47777&ref=25 Hyperthyroidism and hypothyroidism are among the most common endocrinopathies affecting feline and canine patients, respectively, in middle age and geriatric years. This online, on-demand course will provide veterinary professionals the information they need to identify the common clinical signs as well as the unusual manifestations of thyroid disease. (2 CE credits) 2011-09-29T04:00:00Z http://www.dvm360.com/veterinary/data/articlestandard/veterinary/402011/741951/vt_free_thumbnail.jpg http://www.dvm360.com/veterinary/data/articlestandard/veterinary/402011/741951null XML http://www.dvm360.com/veterinary/Veterinary+CE/Commonly-Misdiagnosed-Radiographs-Sponsored-by-IDE/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/730335?contextCategoryId=47777&ref=25 In this online on-demand tutorial, learn about six commonly misdiagnosed radiographs with tips and best practices for avoiding misdiagnoses. 2011-07-06T04:00:00Z http://www.dvm360.com/veterinary/data/articlestandard/veterinary/282011/730335/vt_free_thumbnail.jpg http://www.dvm360.com/veterinary/data/articlestandard/veterinary/282011/730335null XML http://www.dvm360.com/veterinary/Veterinary+CE/Dont-Miss-a-Beat-What-You-Need-to-Know-About-Canin/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/730321?contextCategoryId=47777&ref=25 This online on-demand archived Webinar will introduce you to a classification scheme for heart disease and heart failure and will discuss the clinical significance of signalment, history and common cardiac diagnostic tests to appropriately stage dogs and cats with heart disease. (1 CE credit) 2011-07-06T04:00:00Z http://www.dvm360.com/veterinary/data/articlestandard/veterinary/282011/730321/vt_free_thumbnail.jpg http://www.dvm360.com/veterinary/data/articlestandard/veterinary/282011/730321null XML http://www.dvm360.com/veterinary/Diagnostic+Center/Answers-for-Sick-Cats---Real-Case-Could-It-Be-Panc/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/730318?contextCategoryId=47777&ref=25 This online on-demand course is a case-based review of feline pancreatitis. Each case will provide you with an approach to help answer questions about sick cats in your practice. (1 CE credit) 2011-07-06T04:00:00Z http://www.dvm360.com/veterinary/data/articlestandard/veterinary/282011/730318/vt_free_thumbnail.jpg http://www.dvm360.com/veterinary/data/articlestandard/veterinary/282011/730318null XML http://www.dvm360.com/veterinary/Veterinary+CE/Blood-Sample-Collection-Sponsored-by-IDEXX/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/730337?contextCategoryId=47777&ref=25 This online on-demand tutorial provides instruction on identifying the correct sample collection materials, proper restraint techniques for your patient for effective blood draws, how to perform jugular blood draws on a canine and feline patient, how to perform medial saphenous draws on a fractious feline patient, and how to properly handle samples after collection. 2011-07-06T04:00:00Z http://www.dvm360.com/veterinary/data/articlestandard/veterinary/282011/730337/vt_free_thumbnail.jpg http://www.dvm360.com/veterinary/data/articlestandard/veterinary/282011/730337null XML http://www.dvm360.com/veterinary/Veterinary+CE/Coinfection-A-Practitioners-Approach-Lyme-Disease-/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/730320?contextCategoryId=47777&ref=25 This online on-demand archived Webinar provides a review of coinfection, with a special focus on Lyme disease and anaplasmosis. (1 CE credit) 2011-07-06T04:00:00Z http://www.dvm360.com/veterinary/data/articlestandard/veterinary/282011/730320/vt_free_thumbnail.jpg http://www.dvm360.com/veterinary/data/articlestandard/veterinary/282011/730320null XML http://www.dvm360.com/veterinary/Veterinary+CE/Fecal-Sample-Preparation-Sponsored-by-IDEXX/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/730340?contextCategoryId=47777&ref=25 In this online on-demand tutorial, you will learn the importance of fecal testing, how to prepare a fecal sample and how to centrifuge the fecal sample. 2011-07-06T04:00:00Z http://www.dvm360.com/veterinary/data/articlestandard/veterinary/282011/730340/vt_free_thumbnail.jpg http://www.dvm360.com/veterinary/data/articlestandard/veterinary/282011/730340null XML http://www.dvm360.com/veterinary/Veterinary+CE/Urine-Sample-Collection-Sponsored-by-IDEXX/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/730341?contextCategoryId=47777&ref=25 This online on-demand tutorial will help you learn how to properly and safely collect a urine sample from a canine and a feline patient. 2011-07-06T04:00:00Z http://www.dvm360.com/veterinary/data/articlestandard/veterinary/282011/730341/vt_free_thumbnail.jpg http://www.dvm360.com/veterinary/data/articlestandard/veterinary/282011/730341null XML http://www.dvm360.com/veterinary/Veterinary+CE/Emerging-Tick-borne-Diseases-A-Practical-Approach-/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/730322?contextCategoryId=47777&ref=25 This online on-demand archived Webinar will provide a comprehensive review of developing diagnostic, therapeutic and prevention strategies for emerging tick-borne diseases and will evaluate how to use the latest screening test to manage infection in patients. (1 CE credit) 2011-07-06T04:00:00Z http://www.dvm360.com/veterinary/data/articlestandard/veterinary/282011/730322/vt_free_thumbnail.jpg http://www.dvm360.com/veterinary/data/articlestandard/veterinary/282011/730322null XML http://www.dvm360.com/veterinary/Veterinary+CE/Managing-Heart-Disease-and-Heart-Failure-in-Your-F/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/730323?contextCategoryId=47777&ref=25 This online on-demand archived Webinar will highlight the importance of differentiating between heart disease and heart failure and will discuss the impact on diagnosis, therapy and monitoring your feline patients. (1 CE credit) 2011-07-06T04:00:00Z http://www.dvm360.com/veterinary/data/articlestandard/veterinary/282011/730323/vt_free_thumbnail.jpg http://www.dvm360.com/veterinary/data/articlestandard/veterinary/282011/730323null XML http://www.dvm360.com/veterinary/Veterinary+CE/The-Technicians-Guide-to-the-Real-Time-Care-Labora/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/724864?contextCategoryId=47777&ref=25 In this online on-demand training course, you'll learn about the value an optimal laboratory work flow can provide so that you can practice real time care. Also share practices for accurately and efficiently collecting, preparing, and running a patient's blood sample on your IDEXX in-house chemistry and hematology analyzers. (0.5 CE credits) 2011-05-27T04:00:00Z http://www.dvm360.com/veterinary/data/articlestandard/veterinary/222011/724864/vt_free_thumbnail.jpg http://www.dvm360.com/veterinary/data/articlestandard/veterinary/222011/724864null XML http://www.dvm360.com/veterinary/Veterinary+CE/Safe-Dental-Care-for-Seniors-Sponsored-by-IDEXX/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/724860?contextCategoryId=47777&ref=25 Online, on-demand CE challenge: Dental diseases, including periodontal and associated diseases of the oral cavity, are perhaps the most common ailments affecting feline and canine patients of all ages. As pets age, however, the incidence and severity of dental disease greatly increases. (0.5 CE credits) 2011-05-27T04:00:00Z http://www.dvm360.com/veterinary/data/articlestandard/veterinary/222011/724860/vt_free_thumbnail.jpg http://www.dvm360.com/veterinary/data/articlestandard/veterinary/222011/724860null XML http://www.dvm360.com/veterinary/Veterinary+CE/The-Importance-of-Total-T4-in-Screening-for-Thyroi/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/724861?contextCategoryId=47777&ref=25 Online on-demand CE challenge: The thyroid gland is the largest endocrine organ in the body. It produces thyroxine (T4) and trilodothryonine (T3), which regulate the metabollic rate, growth rate and function of many other body systems. Hyperthyroidism and hypothyroidism are the most common endocrinopathies affecting senior/geriatric feline and canine patients, respectively. (0.5 CE credits) 2011-05-27T04:00:00Z http://www.dvm360.com/veterinary/data/articlestandard/veterinary/222011/724861/vt_free_thumbnail.jpg http://www.dvm360.com/veterinary/data/articlestandard/veterinary/222011/724861null XML http://www.dvm360.com/veterinary/Veterinary+CE/Help-Avoid-Anesthetic-Complications-Sponsored-by-I/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/724863?contextCategoryId=47777&ref=25 Online, on-demand CE challenge: Thanks to increased client awareness and compliance, preanesthetic testing is not only practical and accepted, it is also expected. The results benefit everyone as they decrease client anxiety, improve anesthetic safety, establish baseline data and increase a practice's financial health. (0.5 CE credits) 2011-05-27T04:00:00Z http://www.dvm360.com/veterinary/data/articlestandard/veterinary/222011/724863/vt_free_thumbnail.jpg http://www.dvm360.com/veterinary/data/articlestandard/veterinary/222011/724863null XML http://www.dvm360.com/veterinary/Veterinary+CE/The-IDEXX-Guide-to-Hematology-Module-3-Platelets-a/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/724859?contextCategoryId=47777&ref=25 This online on-demand course focuses on the third component of the hemogram, the platelets, but additionally covers how to properly prepare and review a blood film in order to examine morphology. It also includes basic terminology, the components of the complete blood count (CBC) and common hematologic abnormalities. (2 CE credits) 2011-05-27T04:00:00Z http://www.dvm360.com/veterinary/data/articlestandard/veterinary/222011/724859/vt_free_thumbnail.jpg http://www.dvm360.com/veterinary/data/articlestandard/veterinary/222011/724859null XML http://www.dvm360.com/veterinary/Veterinary+CE/The-Value-of-a-Full-Chemistry-Profile-Including-El/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/724862?contextCategoryId=47777&ref=25 Online, on-demand CE challenge: A full chemistry profile, including electrolytes, added to a complete blood count (CBC) and a complete urinalysis, should be part of the minimum database for all wellness visits, sick-patient visits and preanesthetic patients. (0.5 CE credits) 2011-05-27T04:00:00Z http://www.dvm360.com/veterinary/data/articlestandard/veterinary/222011/724862/vt_free_thumbnail.jpg http://www.dvm360.com/veterinary/data/articlestandard/veterinary/222011/724862null XML http://www.dvm360.com/veterinary/Veterinary+CE/Ehrlichiosis---Clinical-Characteristics-of-Infecti/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/716250?contextCategoryId=47777&ref=25 This online on-demand archived Webinar provides a comprehensive review of canine tick-borne disease agents, with a special focus on those that cause ehrlichiosis. (1 CE credit) 2011-04-12T04:00:00Z http://www.dvm360.com/veterinary/data/articlestandard/veterinary/162011/716250/vt_free_thumbnail.jpg http://www.dvm360.com/veterinary/data/articlestandard/veterinary/162011/716250null XML http://www.dvm360.com/veterinary/Veterinary+CE/Connecting-the-Dots-from-Medical-Decision-Making-t/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/716249?contextCategoryId=47777&ref=25 In this online on-demand archived Webinar, Dr. Fred Metzger and Gina Toman will discuss the medical benefits of adding a CBC to your preanesthetic testing protocol and why it is critical for establishing minimum baseline data, as well as for identifying potential anesthetic risks. (1 CE credit) 2011-04-12T04:00:00Z http://www.dvm360.com/veterinary/data/articlestandard/veterinary/162011/716249/vt_free_thumbnail.jpg http://www.dvm360.com/veterinary/data/articlestandard/veterinary/162011/716249null XML http://www.dvm360.com/veterinary/Veterinary+CE/Energize-your-Practice-with-Endoscopy/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/709876?contextCategoryId=47777&ref=25 If you have thought about adding endoscopy to your practice but haven't yet taken the plunge, this free course is for you. 2011-03-01T05:00:00Z http://www.dvm360.com/veterinary/data/articlestandard/veterinary/102011/709876/v_free_thumbnail.jpg http://www.dvm360.com/veterinary/data/articlestandard/veterinary/102011/709876null XML http://www.dvm360.com/veterinary/Veterinary+CE/Cortisol-Testing-Challenges-Diagnosis-and-Monitori/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/707445?contextCategoryId=47777&ref=25 This online on-demand archived Webinar provides an overview of the available diagnostic tests for canine hypoadrenocorticism and hyperadrenocorticism. Current treatment recommendations including therapeutic monitoring protocols will also be reviewed. (1 CE credit) 2011-02-10T05:00:00Z http://www.dvm360.com/veterinary/data/articlestandard/veterinary/072011/707445/vt_free_thumbnail.jpg http://www.dvm360.com/veterinary/data/articlestandard/veterinary/072011/707445null XML http://www.dvm360.com/veterinary/Veterinary+CE/The-Management-of-Common-Bleeding-Disorders-Sponso/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/707444?contextCategoryId=47777&ref=25 In this online on-demand archived Webinar, Dr. Urs Giger reviews the diagnostic advances and testing of common hemostatic disorders. He discusses several treatment options including various drug therapies and transfusion medicine of primary (platelet, vWF and vascular defects) and secondary hemostatic disorders (coagulopathies). (1 CE credit) 2011-02-10T05:00:00Z http://www.dvm360.com/veterinary/data/articlestandard/veterinary/072011/707444/vt_free_thumbnail.jpg http://www.dvm360.com/veterinary/data/articlestandard/veterinary/072011/707444null XML http://www.dvm360.com/veterinary/Veterinary+CE/BVD-Control-in-Beef-Herds-Sponsored-by-IDEXX/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/703742?contextCategoryId=47777&ref=25 In this online on-demand archived Webinar, Dr. Brad White will review case studies illustrating bovine viral diarrhea virus (BVDV) prevalence and its impact on cow-calf herds. He will discuss control strategies based on client management practices and goals. (1 CE credit) 2011-01-17T05:00:00Z http://www.dvm360.com/veterinary/data/articlestandard/veterinary/042011/703742/vt_free_thumbnail.jpg http://www.dvm360.com/veterinary/data/articlestandard/veterinary/042011/703742null XML http://www.dvm360.com/veterinary/Veterinary+CE/Making-BVDV-Management-a-Part-of-Your-Practice-Spo/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/703754?contextCategoryId=47777&ref=25 In this online on-demand archived Webinar, learn how you, as a practitioner, can incorporate bovine viral diarrhea virus (BVDV) control techniques, procedures and services into programs that are beneficial for both your client and your practice. (1 CE credit) 2011-01-17T05:00:00Z http://www.dvm360.com/veterinary/data/articlestandard/veterinary/042011/703754/vt_free_thumbnail.jpg http://www.dvm360.com/veterinary/data/articlestandard/veterinary/042011/703754null XML http://www.dvm360.com/veterinary/Veterinary+CE/BVDV-General-Control-Strategies-Establishing-Farm-/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/703753?contextCategoryId=47777&ref=25 In this online on-demand archived Webinar, Dr. Bob Larson explores available strategies for managing the risk of introducing and spreading bovine viral diarrhea virus (BVDV) within cattle herds. (1 CE credit) 2011-01-17T05:00:00Z http://www.dvm360.com/veterinary/data/articlestandard/veterinary/042011/703753/vt_free_thumbnail.jpg http://www.dvm360.com/veterinary/data/articlestandard/veterinary/042011/703753null XML http://www.dvm360.com/veterinary/Veterinary+CE/BVD-Control-in-Calves-Post-Weaning-Sponsored-by-ID/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/703745?contextCategoryId=47777&ref=25 In this online on-demand archived Webinar, Dr. Larson will review case studies illustrating bovine viral diarrhea virus (BVDV) prevalence and its impact on feeder cattle. He will discuss control strategies based on client management practices and goals. (1 CE credit) 2011-01-17T05:00:00Z http://www.dvm360.com/veterinary/data/articlestandard/veterinary/042011/703745/vt_free_thumbnail.jpg http://www.dvm360.com/veterinary/data/articlestandard/veterinary/042011/703745null XML http://www.dvm360.com/veterinary/Veterinary+CE/BVD-Diagnostics-How-to-Identify-BVDV-in-Your-Herds/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/703747?contextCategoryId=47777&ref=25 In this online on-demand archived Webinar, Brad White, DVM, MS, will discuss the diagnostic tests currently available for bovine viral diarrhea virus (BVDV) and the benefits and limitations of these assays. The discussion will emphasize combining available diagnostics to create the optimal test strategy for specific situations. (1 CE credit) 2011-01-17T05:00:00Z http://www.dvm360.com/veterinary/data/articlestandard/veterinary/042011/703747/vt_free_thumbnail.jpg http://www.dvm360.com/veterinary/data/articlestandard/veterinary/042011/703747null XML http://www.dvm360.com/veterinary/Veterinary+CE/BVD-Economics-for-Cattle-Practitioners-Sponsored-b/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/703751?contextCategoryId=47777&ref=25 In this online on-demand archived Webinar, Dr. Larson will outline the factors leading to economic losses when bovine viral diarrhea virus (BVDV) is introduced to cattle herds. He will discuss both the benefits and the costs of BVDV control, related to the degree of risk associated with management practices. (1 CE credit) 2011-01-17T05:00:00Z http://www.dvm360.com/veterinary/data/articlestandard/veterinary/042011/703751/vt_free_thumbnail.jpg http://www.dvm360.com/veterinary/data/articlestandard/veterinary/042011/703751null XML http://www.dvm360.com/veterinary/Veterinary+CE/BVD-Overview-for-Cattle-Practitioners-Sponsored-by/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/703752?contextCategoryId=47777&ref=25 In this online on-demand archived Webinar, Dr. White will discuss the current state of knowledge concerning the bovine viral diarrhea virus (BVDV) and will discuss tools for BVDV disease management for all types of producers. (1 CE credit) 2011-01-17T05:00:00Z http://www.dvm360.com/veterinary/data/articlestandard/veterinary/042011/703752/vt_free_thumbnail.jpg http://www.dvm360.com/veterinary/data/articlestandard/veterinary/042011/703752null XML http://www.dvm360.com/veterinary/Veterinary+CE/BVD-Control-in-Dairy-Herds-Sponsored-by-IDEXX/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/703748?contextCategoryId=47777&ref=25 In this online on-demand archived Webinar, Dr. Larson will review case studies that illustrate the current state of knowledge about bovine viral diarrhea virus (BVDV) introduction, transmission and control in dairy operations. (1 CE credit) 2011-01-17T05:00:00Z http://www.dvm360.com/veterinary/data/articlestandard/veterinary/042011/703748/vt_free_thumbnail.jpg http://www.dvm360.com/veterinary/data/articlestandard/veterinary/042011/703748null XML http://www.dvm360.com/veterinary/Veterinary+CE/Treatment-of-Epilepsy-Standard-and-Novel-Approache/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/703484?contextCategoryId=47777&ref=25 This video-on-demand presentation provides an overview of conventional and novel AEDs appropriate for maintenance therapy in the dog and cat along with information regarding efficacy, common side effects, dosing strategies and therapeutic monitoring of each drug. (1 CE credit) 2011-01-14T05:00:00Z http://www.dvm360.com/veterinary/data/articlestandard/veterinary/032011/703484/vt_1_flash.jpg HTML http://www.dvm360.com/veterinary/Veterinary+CE/Head-Trauma-and-Status-Epilepticus-Sponsored-by-th/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/703483?contextCategoryId=47777&ref=25 In this video-on-demand presentation, the pathophysiology of brain injury will be described to illustrate the concepts of primary and secondary injury, progressive cerebral edema, brain compliance and autoregulation, intracranial pressure and herniation. (1 CE credit) 2011-01-14T05:00:00Z http://www.dvm360.com/veterinary/data/articlestandard/veterinary/032011/703483/vt_1_flash.jpg HTML http://www.dvm360.com/veterinary/Veterinary+CE/Compounding-of-Pharmaceuticals-for-Veterinary-Use/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/703502?contextCategoryId=47777&ref=25 This on-demand course provides information regarding the legal aspects of veterinary compounding including what the veterinarian's role/responsibility is as well as the pharmacist?s role/responsibility. (1 CE credit) 2011-01-14T05:00:00Z http://www.dvm360.com/veterinary/data/articlestandard/veterinary/032011/703502/vt_1_thumbnail.jpg http://www.dvm360.com/veterinary/data/articlestandard/veterinary/032011/703502null XML http://www.dvm360.com/veterinary/Veterinary+CE/Preanesthetic-Evaluation---Make-No-Compromises-Spo/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/703292?contextCategoryId=47777&ref=25 In this online on-demand archived Webinar, Fred Metzger, DVM, DABVP, discusses preanesthetic testing best practices and the medically sound reasons for same-day, fasted results to minimize risks, protect your patients against adverse anesthetic events and speed up patient recovery time. (1 CE credit) 2011-01-13T05:00:00Z http://www.dvm360.com/veterinary/data/articlestandard/veterinary/032011/703292/vt_free_thumbnail.jpg http://www.dvm360.com/veterinary/data/articlestandard/veterinary/032011/703292null XML http://www.dvm360.com/veterinary/Veterinary+CE/New-Insight-into-the-Practical-Diagnosis-of-Bleedi/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/703291?contextCategoryId=47777&ref=25 In this online on-demand archived Webinar, Dr. Urs Giger presents the practical approach to diagnosing bleeding disorders, including thrombocytopenias, thrombocytopathias, and von Willebrand's disease, as well as many coagulopathies, such as disseminated intravascular coagulation (DIC), by utilizing signalment, history, clinical signs and in-house diagnostics. (1 CE credit) 2011-01-13T05:00:00Z http://www.dvm360.com/veterinary/data/articlestandard/veterinary/032011/703291/vt_free_thumbnail.jpg http://www.dvm360.com/veterinary/data/articlestandard/veterinary/032011/703291null XML http://www.dvm360.com/veterinary/Veterinary+CE/2010-Practitioners-Challenge-Diagnosing-the-Vomiti/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/703274?contextCategoryId=47777&ref=25 This online on-demand archived Webinar utilizes clinical cases and illustrates the proper use of history, physical exam findings, laboratory profiling, diagnostic imaging and other diagnostic procedures to differentiate the many causes of vomiting. (1 CE credit) 2011-01-13T05:00:00Z http://www.dvm360.com/veterinary/data/articlestandard/veterinary/032011/703274/vt_free_thumbnail.jpg http://www.dvm360.com/veterinary/data/articlestandard/veterinary/032011/703274null XML http://www.dvm360.com/veterinary/Veterinary+CE/Advanced-Fluid-Therapy--An-Interactive-Case-Review/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/703281?contextCategoryId=47777&ref=25 In this online on-demand archived Webinar, Dr. Stephen DiBartola reviews the four main acid-base disturbances (metabolic and respiratory acidosis and metabolic and respiratory alkalosis), the normal compensatory responses to these disturbances and the physiologic limits of these responses. (1 CE credit) 2011-01-13T05:00:00Z http://www.dvm360.com/veterinary/data/articlestandard/veterinary/032011/703281/vt_free_thumbnail.jpg http://www.dvm360.com/veterinary/data/articlestandard/veterinary/032011/703281null XML http://www.dvm360.com/veterinary/Veterinary+CE/Dont-Be-Afraid-Its-Only-a-RadiographRadiographic-P/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/703287?contextCategoryId=47777&ref=25 This online on-demand archived Webinar covers standard views of the anatomy and why each view is important for interpretation, including positioning and labeling protocols. (1 CE credit) 2011-01-13T05:00:00Z http://www.dvm360.com/veterinary/data/articlestandard/veterinary/032011/703287/vt_free_thumbnail.jpg http://www.dvm360.com/veterinary/data/articlestandard/veterinary/032011/703287null XML http://www.dvm360.com/veterinary/Veterinary+CE/Chemistry-Confusion-How-Laboratory-Profiling-Can-H/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/703284?contextCategoryId=47777&ref=25 This online on-demand archived Webinar gives you a systematic and thorough approach to your patient's blood work that will help you make a quick and accurate diagnosis. (1 CE credit) 2011-01-13T05:00:00Z http://www.dvm360.com/veterinary/data/articlestandard/veterinary/032011/703284/vt_free_thumbnail.jpg http://www.dvm360.com/veterinary/data/articlestandard/veterinary/032011/703284null XML http://www.dvm360.com/veterinary/Veterinary+CE/Thrombocytopenia---A-Practical-Approach-Sponsored-/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/703312?contextCategoryId=47777&ref=25 In this online on-demand archived Webinar, Dr. Saxon focuses on the clinical implications of thrombocytopenia and how to best diagnose this common bleeding disorder in your patients. In addition, Dr. Saxon discusses treatment options and case management based on a patient's clinical signs. (1 CE credit) 2011-01-13T05:00:00Z http://www.dvm360.com/veterinary/data/articlestandard/veterinary/032011/703312/vt_free_thumbnail.jpg http://www.dvm360.com/veterinary/data/articlestandard/veterinary/032011/703312null XML http://www.dvm360.com/veterinary/Veterinary+CE/Challenges-in-the-Diagnosis-and-Treatment-of-Canin/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/703282?contextCategoryId=47777&ref=25 This online on-demand archived Webinar provides an overview of the available diagnostic tests for hypothyroidism. Current treatment recommendations including, therapeutic monitoring protocols, are reviewed. (1 CE credit) 2011-01-13T05:00:00Z http://www.dvm360.com/veterinary/data/articlestandard/veterinary/032011/703282/vt_free_thumbnail.jpg http://www.dvm360.com/veterinary/data/articlestandard/veterinary/032011/703282null XML http://www.dvm360.com/veterinary/Veterinary+CE/A-Clinical-Approach-to-Fluid-Therapy-Sponsored-by-/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/703279?contextCategoryId=47777&ref=25 In this online on-demand archived Webinar, Dr. Stephen DiBartola discusses why fluid therapy can be critical when treating conditions such as vomiting, dehydration, hypovolemic shock and gastroenteritis, to name just a few. (1 CE credit) 2011-01-13T05:00:00Z http://www.dvm360.com/veterinary/data/articlestandard/veterinary/032011/703279/vt_free_thumbnail.jpg http://www.dvm360.com/veterinary/data/articlestandard/veterinary/032011/703279null XML http://www.dvm360.com/veterinary/Veterinary+CE/Evaluate-a-Blood-Film-in-Less-than-3-Minutes-Spons/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/703288?contextCategoryId=47777&ref=25 In this online on-demand archived Webinar, Dr. Dennis DeNicola reviews why the information gathered from a 3 minute microscopic blood film evaluation, in addition to a CBC, is critical in helping to identify and characterize various hematologic abnormalities. Case examples are given throughout. (1 CE credit) 2011-01-13T05:00:00Z http://www.dvm360.com/veterinary/data/articlestandard/veterinary/032011/703288/vt_free_thumbnail.jpg http://www.dvm360.com/veterinary/data/articlestandard/veterinary/032011/703288null XML http://www.dvm360.com/veterinary/Veterinary+CE/The-Diagnosis-and-Management-of-Feline-Hyperthyroi/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/703294?contextCategoryId=47777&ref=25 In this online on-demand archived Webinar, Dr. Nelson reviews the clinical manifestations and criteria used to establish a diagnosis of feline hyperthyroidism. He examines the interpretation of thyroid hormone test results and the diagnostic options for occult hyperthyroidism. (1 CE credit) 2011-01-13T05:00:00Z http://www.dvm360.com/veterinary/data/articlestandard/veterinary/032011/703294/vt_free_thumbnail.jpg http://www.dvm360.com/veterinary/data/articlestandard/veterinary/032011/703294null XML http://www.dvm360.com/veterinary/Veterinary+CE/Unraveling-the-Hemogram-What-Do-All-Those-Numbers-/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/703313?contextCategoryId=47777&ref=25 This online on-demand archived Webinar focuses on the interpretation of changes that occur in the hemogram of the dog and the cat which have clinical significance in the diagnosis and management of diseases. (1 CE credit) 2011-01-13T05:00:00Z http://www.dvm360.com/veterinary/data/articlestandard/veterinary/032011/703313/vt_free_thumbnail.jpg http://www.dvm360.com/veterinary/data/articlestandard/veterinary/032011/703313null XML http://www.dvm360.com/veterinary/Veterinary+CE/The-Complete-Urinalysis-Sponsored-by-IDEXX/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/703293?contextCategoryId=47777&ref=25 In this online on-demand archived Webinar, Dr. Rick Cowell covers the Complete Urinalysis, which is comprised of three examinations: the physical exam, the chemical exam and the sediment exam. (1 CE credit) 2011-01-13T05:00:00Z http://www.dvm360.com/veterinary/data/articlestandard/veterinary/032011/703293/vt_free_thumbnail.jpg http://www.dvm360.com/veterinary/data/articlestandard/veterinary/032011/703293null XML http://www.dvm360.com/veterinary/Veterinary+CE/Cracking-the-Code-on-Characterizing-Anemia-Sponsor/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/703285?contextCategoryId=47777&ref=25 In this online on-demand archived Webinar, Dr. Dennis DeNicola focuses on minimizing the confusion around characterizing its severity and defining whether or not an anemia is regenerative or non-regenerative to ensure the correct direction for diagnostic investigation. (1 CE credit) 2011-01-13T05:00:00Z http://www.dvm360.com/veterinary/data/articlestandard/veterinary/032011/703285/vt_free_thumbnail.jpg http://www.dvm360.com/veterinary/data/articlestandard/veterinary/032011/703285null XML http://www.dvm360.com/veterinary/Veterinary+CE/Everyday-Emergencies-The-Bleeding-Patient---How-to/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/703289?contextCategoryId=47777&ref=25 This online on-demand archived Webinar demonstrates that you don't have to be a specialty practice to successfully diagnose and treat common hematologic emergencies. To better prepare your clinic for the emergent bleeding patient, you will learn how to determine the coagulation defect based on physical examination, emergency diagnostics and treatment options. (1 CE credit) 2011-01-13T05:00:00Z http://www.dvm360.com/veterinary/data/articlestandard/veterinary/032011/703289/vt_free_thumbnail.jpg http://www.dvm360.com/veterinary/data/articlestandard/veterinary/032011/703289null XML http://www.dvm360.com/veterinary/Veterinary+CE/Prevention-of-nosocomial-infections/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/699114?contextCategoryId=47777&ref=25 Though any infectious agent can spread in a hospital, nosocomial agents are those that have evolved to be highly adapted to the hospital ecosystem. Certain strains of Staph aureus, Klebsiella pneumoniae, Clostridium difficile, and others spread between patients and hospitals in both humans and animals. The ecology and general means by which nosocomial agents spread will be covered in the first hour. Details for specific agents along with disinfection and monitoring will be covered. 1 CE credit. 2010-12-07T05:00:00Z http://www.dvm360.com/veterinary/data/articlestandard/veterinary/502010/699114/v_1_thumbnail.jpg http://www.dvm360.com/veterinary/data/articlestandard/veterinary/502010/699114null HTML http://www.dvm360.com/veterinary/Veterinary+CE/Common-brain-disorders-in-dogs-and-cats/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/699101?contextCategoryId=47777&ref=25 This neurology course focuses on common brain disorders in dogs and cats. Some animals have untreatable brain tumors or other serious diseases, and others have conditions that are treatable or at least controllable. How do we tell them apart? How do we localize the problem to different parts of the brain? 7 CE credits. 2010-12-07T05:00:00Z http://www.dvm360.com/veterinary/data/articlestandard/veterinary/502010/699101/v_3_thumbnail.jpg http://www.dvm360.com/veterinary/data/articlestandard/veterinary/502010/699101null HTML http://www.dvm360.com/veterinary/Veterinary+CE/Oncologic-Cytology/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/699104?contextCategoryId=47777&ref=25 Cytology is a minimally invasive, yet diagnostically powerful tool that can provide you and your clients with a wealth of information about the patient. The goal of this conference will be to strengthen cytologic skills through the extensive use of clinical examples. The emphasis will be on improving recognition of the more common neoplasms and differentiating them from non-neoplastic conditions. 5.25 CE hours. 2010-12-07T05:00:00Z http://www.dvm360.com/veterinary/data/articlestandard/veterinary/502010/699104/v_2_thumbnail.jpg http://www.dvm360.com/veterinary/data/articlestandard/veterinary/502010/699104null HTML http://www.dvm360.com/veterinary/Veterinary+CE/Practical-Oncology-Answers-to-Frequently-Asked-Que/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/699109?contextCategoryId=47777&ref=25 This course will highlight practical aspects of veterinary oncology such as breaking the news to clients, and managing chemotherapy side effects and cancer pain. 8.5 credit hours. 2010-12-07T05:00:00Z http://www.dvm360.com/veterinary/data/articlestandard/veterinary/502010/699109/v_3_thumbnail.jpg http://www.dvm360.com/veterinary/data/articlestandard/veterinary/502010/699109null HTML http://www.dvm360.com/veterinary/Veterinary+CE/Endocrinology/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/699092?contextCategoryId=47777&ref=25 This course will help you change your entire approach in treating diabetic cats and help you have a better understanding of the various insulin preparations available. You will feel comfortable treating the Ketoacidotic Diabetic and know how to prevent and treat diabetic cataracts and complications associated with them. 7 CE credits. 2010-12-07T05:00:00Z http://www.dvm360.com/veterinary/data/articlestandard/veterinary/502010/699092/v_3_thumbnail.jpg http://www.dvm360.com/veterinary/data/articlestandard/veterinary/502010/699092null HTML http://www.dvm360.com/veterinary/Veterinary+CE/Practical-clinical-oncology/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/699108?contextCategoryId=47777&ref=25 This course covers basic Principles of oncology, diagnostic imaging of cancer patients, practical radiation therapy, chemotherapy drugs, managing the feline cancer patient, canine nasal tumors, lymphoma in dog and cats. 12 CE hours. 2010-12-07T05:00:00Z http://www.dvm360.com/veterinary/data/articlestandard/veterinary/502010/699108/v_3_thumbnail.jpg http://www.dvm360.com/veterinary/data/articlestandard/veterinary/502010/699108null HTML http://www.dvm360.com/veterinary/Veterinary+CE/Small-animal-cardiology/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/699111?contextCategoryId=47777&ref=25 Heart disease is a common problem diagnosed in cats and dogs. It can be a congenital problem or acquired later in life. Patients with heart disease may present with an incidental murmur or in fulminant congestive heart failure requiring immediate emergency treatment. 6 CE hours. 2010-12-07T05:00:00Z http://www.dvm360.com/veterinary/data/articlestandard/veterinary/502010/699111/v_3_thumbnail.jpg http://www.dvm360.com/veterinary/data/articlestandard/veterinary/502010/699111null HTML http://www.dvm360.com/veterinary/Veterinary+CE/Feline-geriatric-medicine/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/699093?contextCategoryId=47777&ref=25 This course features practical tips on minimizing stress for their feline patients in the clinic setting; the latest information on managing renal failure, practical and effective protocols for anesthesia and analgesia in geriatric cats. 7.2 CE credits. 2010-12-07T05:00:00Z http://www.dvm360.com/veterinary/data/articlestandard/veterinary/502010/699093/v_3_thumbnail.jpg http://www.dvm360.com/veterinary/data/articlestandard/veterinary/502010/699093null HTML http://www.dvm360.com/veterinary/Veterinary+CE/Holistic-Medicine-Naturally-Nutraceutical/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/699096?contextCategoryId=47777&ref=25 In this course, you'll learn the theory and practice of providing information and clinical support for clients interested in home preparing foods or selecting ?natural? commercial diets and the theory and practice that underlie the clinical use of botanical and nutraceutical medications alongside of or instead of conventional pharmaceuticals or surgery. 6.8 CE Credits. 2010-12-07T05:00:00Z http://www.dvm360.com/veterinary/data/articlestandard/veterinary/502010/699096/v_3_thumbnail.jpg http://www.dvm360.com/veterinary/data/articlestandard/veterinary/502010/699096null HTML http://www.dvm360.com/veterinary/Veterinary+CE/Vaccination-compliance/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/698834?contextCategoryId=47777&ref=25 Dental Compliance is an engaging, interactive training program that helps your team understand dental compliance issues and how they impact pet wellness, the management of related disease processes and the fiscal/economic well being of the practice. 1 CE hour. 2010-12-06T05:00:00Z http://www.dvm360.com/veterinary/data/articlestandard/veterinary/502010/698834/t_1_thumbnail.jpg http://www.dvm360.com/veterinary/data/articlestandard/veterinary/502010/698834null HTML http://www.dvm360.com/veterinary/Veterinary+CE/Vaccination-basics-Sponsored-by-Pfizer-Animal-Heal/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/698821?contextCategoryId=47777&ref=25 This program provides team members with a general understanding of immunity, how vaccination protects against disease and a description of various canine and feline diseases for which vaccines are currently available. 1 CE credit hour. 2010-12-06T05:00:00Z http://www.dvm360.com/veterinary/data/articlestandard/veterinary/502010/698821/t_1_thumbnail.jpg http://www.dvm360.com/veterinary/data/articlestandard/veterinary/502010/698821null HTML http://www.dvm360.com/veterinary/Diagnostic+Center/Diagnosis-and-Staging-of-Canine-and-Feline-Heart-D/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/698307?contextCategoryId=47777&ref=25 This online on-demand course will introduce you to the ACVIM classification scheme for heart disease and heart failure to help you appropriately diagnose and stage at risk patients in your practice. (0.5 CE credits) 2010-12-02T05:00:00Z http://www.dvm360.com/veterinary/data/articlestandard/veterinary/492010/698307/t_free_thumbnail_thumbnail.jpg http://www.dvm360.com/veterinary/data/articlestandard/veterinary/492010/698307null XML http://www.dvm360.com/veterinary/Veterinary+CE/Keeping-Indoor-Cats-Healthy-Sponsored-by-Ohio-Vete/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/693145?contextCategoryId=47777&ref=25 Dr. Tony Buffington provides tips and techniques for preventing stress-related health problems in cats. 2010-10-28T04:00:00Z http://www.dvm360.com/veterinary/data/articlestandard/veterinary/442010/693145/vt_1_thumbnail.jpg http://www.dvm360.com/veterinary/data/articlestandard/veterinary/442010/693145null XML http://www.dvm360.com/veterinary/Veterinary+CE/GDV-Whats-new-Sponsored-by-PetsVetSpace/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/689443?contextCategoryId=47777&ref=25 In this presentation, Dr. Theresa J. Fossum discusses what's new regarding risk factors for this deadly disease, what to tell your clients who have high risk pets, whether prophylactic gastropexy is indicated, what you can do to reduce mortality, how quickly you need to operate and the best gastropexy techniques to use. (1 CE credit) 2010-09-30T04:00:00Z http://www.dvm360.com/veterinary/data/articlestandard/veterinary/402010/689443/vt_1_thumbnail.jpg http://www.dvm360.com/veterinary/data/articlestandard/veterinary/402010/689443null XML http://www.dvm360.com/veterinary/Veterinary+CE/Hemangiosarcoma---All-Bleeding-Stops-Eventually-Sp/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/689441?contextCategoryId=47777&ref=25 In this online on-demand course, Dr. Pam Jones discusses hemangiosarcoma - including staging tests and treatment options for various forms of hemangiosarcoma. (1 CE credit) 2010-09-30T04:00:00Z http://www.dvm360.com/veterinary/data/articlestandard/veterinary/402010/689441/vt_1_thumbnail.jpg http://www.dvm360.com/veterinary/data/articlestandard/veterinary/402010/689441null XML http://www.dvm360.com/veterinary/Veterinary+CE/Daily-Nutrition-Matters---Project-Pet-Slim-Down-Sp/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/682643?contextCategoryId=47777&ref=25 This on-demand online module includes a step-by-step approach to setting up an in-clinic weight management program, as well as six case studies covering a range of cat and dog weight issues. (1 CE credit) 2010-08-10T04:00:00Z http://www.dvm360.com/veterinary/data/articlestandard/veterinary/332010/682643/vt_free_thumbnail.jpg http://www.dvm360.com/veterinary/data/articlestandard/veterinary/332010/682643null XML http://www.dvm360.com/veterinary/Veterinary+CE/Daily-Nutrition-Matters---Nutrition-for-GI-Cases-S/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/682641?contextCategoryId=47777&ref=25 This online on-demand course presents a series of case studies that teach veterinary professionals how to use nutrition to tackle everyday GI challenges. (2 CE credits) 2010-08-10T04:00:00Z http://www.dvm360.com/veterinary/data/articlestandard/veterinary/332010/682641/vt_free_thumbnail.jpg http://www.dvm360.com/veterinary/data/articlestandard/veterinary/332010/682641null XML http://www.dvm360.com/veterinary/Diagnostic+Center/Canine-and-Feline-Heart-Disease-Basics-Sponsored-b/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/682441?contextCategoryId=47777&ref=25 This online on-demand course is designed to give you a general overview of the most common canine and feline heart diseases and their effect on the cardiovascular system. (0.5 CE credits pending) 2010-08-09T04:00:00Z http://www.dvm360.com/veterinary/data/articlestandard/veterinary/332010/682441/t_free_thumbnail_thumbnail.jpg http://www.dvm360.com/veterinary/data/articlestandard/veterinary/332010/682441null XML http://www.dvm360.com/veterinary/Veterinary+CE/Inhalant-Anesthetics-Sponsored-by-Ohio-Veterinary-/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/680197?contextCategoryId=47777&ref=25 This self-paced online course presented by Dr. John A. Hubbell will help you understand how inhalant anesthetics are safely administered, and more. (1 CE credit) 2010-07-23T04:00:00Z http://www.dvm360.com/veterinary/data/articlestandard/veterinary/302010/680197/vt_1_thumbnail.jpg http://www.dvm360.com/veterinary/data/articlestandard/veterinary/302010/680197null XML http://www.dvm360.com/veterinary/Veterinary+CE/Farrowing-ManagementNeonatal-Piglet-Enteric-Diseas/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/680275?contextCategoryId=47777&ref=25 At the end of this module, practitioners should be able to describe the different stages of swine production, and much more. (2 CE credits) 2010-07-23T04:00:00Z http://www.dvm360.com/veterinary/data/articlestandard/veterinary/302010/680275/v_2_thumbnail.jpg http://www.dvm360.com/veterinary/data/articlestandard/veterinary/302010/680275null HTML http://www.dvm360.com/veterinary/Veterinary+CE/Health-Management-of-Miniature-Pigs/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/680272?contextCategoryId=47777&ref=25 This course covers various aspects of miniature pig medicine including behavior disorders, anesthesia of swine and common surgical problems. (2 CE credits) 2010-07-23T04:00:00Z http://www.dvm360.com/veterinary/data/articlestandard/veterinary/302010/680272/v_2_thumbnail.jpg http://www.dvm360.com/veterinary/data/articlestandard/veterinary/302010/680272null HTML http://www.dvm360.com/veterinary/Veterinary+CE/Poisonous-Plants-Plants-Affecting-the-Digestive-Sy/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/680260?contextCategoryId=47777&ref=25 Plants and their toxins that cause digestive diseases in livestock and horses are discussed in this course. (1 CE credit) 2010-07-23T04:00:00Z http://www.dvm360.com/veterinary/data/articlestandard/veterinary/302010/680260/v_1_thumbnail.jpg http://www.dvm360.com/veterinary/data/articlestandard/veterinary/302010/680260null HTML http://www.dvm360.com/veterinary/Veterinary+CE/Health-Management-of-Nursery-Stage-Pigs/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/680276?contextCategoryId=47777&ref=25 At the end of this module, practitioners should be able to describe the changes in immune status of the piglet that occur upon weaning, and much more. (2 CE credits) 2010-07-23T04:00:00Z http://www.dvm360.com/veterinary/data/articlestandard/veterinary/302010/680276/v_2_thumbnail.jpg http://www.dvm360.com/veterinary/data/articlestandard/veterinary/302010/680276null HTML http://www.dvm360.com/veterinary/Veterinary+CE/Poisonous-Plants-Plants-Affecting-the-Urinary-and-/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/680261?contextCategoryId=47777&ref=25 In the first half of this course, you will become familiar with the important oxalate-containing plants that cause kidney disease in animals. The second half of this course deals with plants such as onions, sweet clover, red maple and bracken fern. (1 CE credit) 2010-07-23T04:00:00Z http://www.dvm360.com/veterinary/data/articlestandard/veterinary/302010/680261/v_1_thumbnail.jpg http://www.dvm360.com/veterinary/data/articlestandard/veterinary/302010/680261null HTML