Technicians

Erica Brandt, CVT, VTS (ECC), provides her most valued piece of advice for technician peers in a dvm360 interview.

Erica Brandt, CVT, VTS (ECC), discusses her educational session being presented at the 2025 Fetch dvm360 Conference in Charlotte, North Carolina.

Dechra in partnership with American Veterinary Medical Foundation is awarding a $2000 scholarship to 5 veterinary technician and veterinary students

At VMX 2025, Kevin Costner shared heartfelt stories about animals, purpose, and perseverance in an inspiring opening-day keynote address

In this CE session preview at VMX, Tasha McNerney , BS, CVT, CVPP, VTS (Anesthesia), discusses her upcoming lecture that discusses some human medicine concepts that can be applied to animal health

Karen Roach, RVT, VTS (ECC), discusses one hospital's capability for handling blood donors as well as the types of blood collected from canine and feline patients

Tasha McNerney, BS, CVT, CVPM, VTS (Anesthesia), discusses the upcoming VMX workshop on mechanical ventilation, which she will co-present with Tami Lind, BS, RVT, VTS (ECC), and Darci Palmer, LVT, VTS (Anesthesia & Analgesia)

Mary Anne Evans, BS, CVT, VTS (ECC), discusses how veterinary care teams manage smoke inhalation in pets

Updates on the group working to advance the statutory regulation across all Australian jurisdictions of veterinary nurses and technologists, and new antimicrobial stewardship learning resources

Elizabeth Reed, BSVT, LVT, CCRA, recounts the story of how her veterinary CPR skills helped save a stranger’s life during a roadside emergency.

dvm360 is counting down the Top 20 news stories and articles from 2024 with this series of spotlights

The 2024 honoree in the credentialed veterinary technician category holds leadership positions at Schwarzman Animal Medical Center in New York.

Mentorship is how we thrive—not just survive—in this profession

Title clarification and use may be needed for the professionals who assist veterinarians and also care for patients

Andrea Pace, CVT, VTS (ECC), details symptoms of GDV in dogs, and explains why this condition is considered a surgical emergency

Andrea Pace, CVT, VTS (ECC), discusses the importance of using Kirby’s Rule of 20

Jamie Rauscher, LVT, president of NAVTA, outlined 5 essential steps veterinary technicians should follow for an effective care plan for a cat in their end-of-life stage

Proposals that would create a new midlevel practitioner (MLP) role raise serious concerns about the future of quality care for veterinary patients. Sometimes referred to as a veterinary professional associate (VPA), their duties would overlap those of a veterinarian and veterinary technician.

Theresa Cosper-Roberts, RVT, CVPM, ACE(DE), CVBL, offers advice for veterinary technicians looking for a job

Veterinary technician Ken Yagi explains clinical signs, causes, and the importance of teamwork when treating patients presenting with a respiratory emergency

Andrea Pace, CVT, VTS (ECC), explained why veterinary professionals should know basic employment laws, and discussed misconceptions, addressing concerns in an interview at the recent Fetch dvm360 Conference

Andrea Pace, CVT, VTS (ECC), discussed clinical signs of dystocia in the emergency room in a post-session interview with dvm360.

Credentialed professionals share what makes them feel appreciated in their role and talk about National Veterinary Technician Week

Michael Azzarello, MBA, CVT, LVT, president of New Jersey Veterinary Technicians and Assistants, shares why he chose the veterinary field

Veterinary Industry Giving Tree is receiving the 2024 NAVC Gives award for its efforts in supporting veterinary professionals facing financial hardships

Sheena Davis, LVT, VTS (Dentistry),VCC, shares her journey into becoming a veterinary technician specialist , and how others can do the same

Michael Azzarello, MBA, CVT, LVT, president of New Jersey Veterinary Technicians and Assistants, talks about licensure for these professionals.