Expert Interviews

When evaluating a patient’s emotional state there needs to be a clear definition of the term in order to minimize confusion and misdiagnosis.

This modality provides "a great window" into the search for heart disease, says Dr. Bonnie Lefbom.

Vickie Byard, CVT, VTS (Dentistry), veterinary technician dentistry specialist at PetED Veterinary Education and Training Resources recommends talking with clients about a complete oral health assessment and not just a surface cleaning.

As Rachel Cezar, DVM, director of the USDA Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service, explains, there are multiple different ways veterinarians have been trying to enhance diversity and inclusiveness in the profession.

Brenna Fitzgerald, DVM, DABVP (Avian Practice), associate veterinarian at the Medical Center for Birds in Oakley, California, explains some of determinations veterinarians must make to decide appropriate treatment when a bird presents with an enlarged stomach.

As a veteran of veterinary ultrasounds, Mark Howes, DVM, DACVR, radiologist at the Veterinary Specialty Center in Buffalo Grove, Illinois, shares some of his tips for veterinarians learning to master ultrasound techniques.

The lack of access to veterinary care is one of the largest animal welfare issues confronting owned pets, says Michael Blackwell, DVM, MPH, director of the Program for Pet Health Equity at the University of Tennessee College of Social Work.

The myth that veterinary dentistry can be done properly without the use of anesthesia is one of the aspects covered in the WSAVA Global Dental Guidelines.

Amanda Landis-Hanna, DVM, senior manager of veterinary outreach for PetSmart Charities, explains a better tactic for getting shelter dogs adopted.

According to Caitlin DeWilde, DVM, owner of The Social DVM, LLC, the pros of promoting your veterinary practice on social media far outweighs the cons.

Treating pain is a veterinary professional's ethical job, says Alison Gottlieb, BS, CVT, VTS (ECC), ICU veterinary nurse and education coordinator for CARES (Center for Animal Referral and Emergency Services).

Because cats are rarely a willing participant in a physical examination, you need to be very patient and employ certain techniques.

Patients' perceptions are vastly different from our ownan important consideration when building a hospital.

Peter Weinstein, DVM, MBA, owner of PAW Consulting and executive director of the Southern California Veterinary Medical Association, challenges veterinarians to work more closely with community members who aren't able to easily access the services of a veterinarian.

Rather than just having a little compact piece of information, the process of clinical reasoning provides a much more holistic view of why this animal is presenting.

A rehab specialist shares a real-world case where the modality, conducted in concert with the referring practice, made a difference.

Regardless of the reason a pet bird is visiting your practice, nutrition always needs to be part of the exam.

Joseph Taboada, DVM, DACVIM, provides details about some of the ongoing research taking place at Louisiana State University School of Veterinary Medicine where he serves as professor and associate dean.

In many ways, geneticists have always applied One Health principles to their work.

Fetch dvm360 conference speakers want you to remember how much you love learning.

Rachel Cezar, DVM, director of the USDA Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service, explains that the first step to expanding your professional network is signing up for this popular social media website.

Ken Drobatz, DVM, MSCE, DACVIM, DACVECC, professor of critical care at the University of Pennsylvania, explains how veterinarians hope thromboelastography will improve veterinary medicine.

According to Megin Nichols, DVM, MPH, DACVPM, enteric zoonoses activity lead at the CDC, antibiotic resistance is a One Health issue.

Richard Ford, DVM, MS, professor emeritus at North Carolina State University College of Veterinary Medicine, explains where veterinary vaccines are strong and where there is still room for improvement.

Now, more than ever before, a veterinary practice needs to have an established online reputation.

Epidemiologist Dr. Missy Simpson shares the first prospective research from the Morris Animal Foundation's Golden Retriever Lifetime Study.At Fetch dvm360 conference in Kansas City, Missy Simpson, DVM, PhD, epidemiologist for the Morris Animal Foundation's Golden Retriever Lifetime Study, presented "Gold-mining clinical insights from the Golden Retriever Lifetime Study-3,000+ dogs strong and six years along."Solid Goldies

Ava Frick, DVM, CVC, FAIS, chief of staff at Pet Rehab & Pain Clinic in Eureka, Missouri, explains how electroceuticals are used to treat pain and instances where it is most effective.

Veterinary Nurse Initiative aims to streamline, unify professional designation.

Michael Blackwell, DVM, MPH, director of the Program for Pet Health Equity at the University of Tennessee College of Social Work, talks about how it is important to take a One Health approach to treating pets and their families.

Niels Pedersen, DVM, PhD, professor emeritus, University of California, Davis School of Veterinary Medicine, explains how antiviral drugs can potentially be used against feline infectious peritonitis.