Podcasts about RVT

I've never been one to play by the rules! National Veterinary Technician week is October 16-22 but I'm jumping the gun with my guest this week Anna Santos. Anna holds a BS, is an RVT and a LVT and has worked in veterinary nursing for over 20 years.  Her varied background demonstrates all that is possible in a career such as veterinary nursing.  We talk about all the things in this episode: -the impact of compassion fatigue and burnout on vet techs -the need for strong women leaders in veterinary nursing -how compassion fatigue impacts the clinical tech vs. the lab animal technician -career paths -how she has learned to take care of herself to be sustainable in this field I mentioned a Ted Talk I recently watched that highlights how veterinarians (and vet med) infiltrates all aspects of life. You can check that out here.  Also, registration for my 6-month group coaching program for women veterinarians, Living a Life You Love is open until 9/30/22. Click here for more info. 

“Acting your wage” is the latest social media, well, TikTok, trend to hit the US workplace. Gen Z'ers have taken “quiet quitting” and defined it in their terms. Bonus, there's also taking a “workcation” popping up on feeds everywhere. Viewfinders, you don't want to miss this one! Hosts Dr. Ernie Ward and Beckie Mossor, RVT, explore what “act your wage” means for veterinary practices, the root causes of these issues, and changes you can make in your management and leadership styles to help. Viewfinders, these trends are primarily in response to chronic low wages and benefits, poor or toxic workplace cultures, and managers more focused on profits than people. There's a lot to discuss on this topic, and we'd love to hear your thoughts and experiences. Please email us at veterinaryviewfinder@gmail.com or drop us a DM on our socials. While you're at it, please click on the Apple Podcasts link and drop us a 5-star to keep our little podcast growing! Thanks, and we'll talk to you next week!

Join Yvonne Brandenburg, RVT, VTS SAIM and Jordan Porter RVT, LVT, VTS SAIM as we talk about: We all know about heat stroke in dogs, but do we really? Do we know what is happening within the body after a pet experiences hyperthermia? We are going to find out!    Question of the Week What was the most unusual case of heat stroke you have seen caused by?   Resources We Mentioned in the Show  Today's Veterinary Practice: Heat Stroke in Dogs: https://todaysveterinarypractice.com/emergency-medicine-critical-care/todays-technician-heatstroke-in-dogs/ DVM 360: Heat Stroke in Dogs:  https://www.dvm360.com/view/heat-stroke-diagnosis-and-treatment Veterinary Emergency Group: Heat Stroke in Dogs:  https://veterinaryemergencygroup.com/blog/dog-heat-stroke/ VCA: Heat Strokes in Dogs:  https://vcahospitals.com/know-your-pet/heat-stroke-in-dogs    Thanks so much for tuning in. Join us again next week for another episode!  Want to earn some RACE approved CE credits for listening to the podcast? You can earn between 0.5-1.0  hour of RACE approved CE credit for each podcast episode you listen to.    Join the Internal Medicine For Vet Techs Membership to earn and keep track of your continuing education hours as you get your learn on!   Join now! http://internalmedicineforvettechsmembership.com/   Get Access to the Membership Site for your RACE approved CE certificates Sign up at https://internalmedicineforvettechsmembership.com  Get Access to the Technician Treasure Trove  Sign up at https://imfpp.org/treasuretrove    Thanks for listening!  – Yvonne and Jordan

This week on RVT, we recap the first THREE episodes of ‘ANDOR', streaming on Disney+- What we liked, what we didn't like, and what we expect to see from the series moving forwardHave a question for the fellas? Follow us on social media @MCTVPodcast, or visit MCTVPodcast.comMusic provided by WHALE AND THE WOLF. Check out their music on Apple and Spotify.Mark Overanalyses FilmA podcast about what great films mean, and how they go about meaning it.Listen on: Apple Podcasts Spotify

Kendra (RVT) chats with M. Hayden (RVT) about the long road that led to publishing their own veterinary cardiology all-in-one resource book for veterinary technicians. From a unique backstory (that includes a personal conversation with Ellen Pompeo!), to bouncing around through a few career paths, they finally found veterinary technology. After some heavy searching over an extended period of time, M. finally found their fit in veterinary nutrition. In the mean time, all the energy from tutoring in the past,  and COVID & job hunting stress was put to good use in creating a fantastic resource for VTNE studying. With the lofty goal of releasing a book for each system, their ultimate goal is to create user friendly resources for veterinary technicians that are an all-in-one guide. 

Have you ever worked in a veterinary clinic that split vaccine dosages? What about recommending half-dose heartworm or flea preventives? Ever stray so far off label that you felt uncomfortable? If you've ever encountered one of these dilemmas, you don't want to miss this episode! (Although you may need to turn the volume down, so your boss doesn't hear.) Hosts Dr. Ernie Ward and Beckie Mossor, RVT, share real-life stories of vet practices that may have pushed a little too far beyond the scientific and moral boundaries of veterinary care. Importantly, the pair discuss the impact of observing these uncomfortable acts on our mental health and physical well-being. In fact, they speculate these “tiny tensions” are a major contributor to veterinary burnout. Our hosts offer practical, although potentially painful, advice for anyone seeking to “stand up against” a questionable clinic protocol or practice. Viewfinders, this is yet another good discussion of a complex - and confounding - problem in veterinary medicine. It's a good one!

Join Yvonne Brandenburg, RVT, VTS SAIM and Jordan Porter RVT, LVT, VTS SAIM as we talk about: Bone marrow biopsies and bone marrow aspirates: how to get them and why we use them as a diagnostic tool. Thanks so much for tuning in. Join us again next week for another episode!  Want to earn some RACE approved CE credits for listening to the podcast? You can earn between 0.5-1.0  hour of RACE approved CE credit for each podcast episode you listen to.  Join the Internal Medicine For Vet Techs Membership to earn and keep track of your continuing education hours as you get your learn on! Join now! http://internalmedicineforvettechsmembership.com/ Get Access to the Membership Site for your RACE approved CE certificates Sign up at https://internalmedicineforvettechsmembership.com  Get Access to the Technician Treasure Trove  Sign up at https://imfpp.org/treasuretrove    Thanks for listening!  – Yvonne and Jordan 

This week on RVT, we visit a long time ago in a galaxy far, far away...ROGUE ONE was released in 2016, and it's prequel ‘ANDOR' is hitting Disney+ next week. We thought this was the perfect time to revisit an incredible piece of Star Wars.1:06 - Our discussion about ‘ROGUE ONE', and why the movie has aged so well. Have a question for the fellas? Follow us on social media @MCTVPodcast, or visit MCTVPodcast.comMusic provided by WHALE AND THE WOLF. Check out their music on Apple and Spotify.

With the fall veterinary CE season ramping up, we thought we'd discuss what to wear and how to act at CE events. Yes, we had to go there. Listen and you'll learn why. Hosts Dr. Ernie Ward and Beckie Mossor, RVT share some of their tales of attire and attitudes at the scores of vet med events they've attended. From flip flops and tank tops, to feet propped up on chairs, to lecture hall Candy Crush marathons, our duo dish on some of the more interesting personal choices they've observed, and why it matters. Viewfinders, this conversation is about much more than the clothes we wear at CE events. It's about our attitudes and behaviors and getting the most out of our precious educational opportunities. This is an episode you really need to listen to before you comment. We'd love to hear your thoughts on what to wear (or not) to CE and what behaviors you think are a distraction (or helpful!). Thanks for listening!

Join Yvonne Brandenburg, RVT, VTS SAIM and Jordan Porter RVT, LVT, VTS SAIM as we talk about: Refeeding syndrome, how to diagnose and treat it. Thanks so much for tuning in. Join us again next week for another episode!  Get Access to the Membership Site for your RACE approved CE certificates Sign up at https://internalmedicineforvettechsmembership.com  Get Access to the Technician Treasure Trove  Sign up at https://imfpp.org/treasuretrove  Thanks for listening!  – Yvonne and Jordan 

Kendra (RVT) chats with Melissa (LVT, VTS-ECC) about her long history in veterinary medicine. After 24 years, pushing through burn out, learning to set boundaries, and some major achievements, Melissa is still going strong and sharing her wisdom with others. Her journey started in emergency medicine after setting up her own tuition reimbursement deal with her employer, she didn't stop there. Obtaining her VTS-ECC credentials made her the first in her state of South Carolina to do so. Hear all about the good times and the bad and what keeps her coming back for more after all these years. 

Feedback: everyone needs it to improve. But what happens when we get unexpected negative feedback? How can veterinary professionals separate “context from content” and learn the valuable lessons nearly any form of feedback offers? For a “profession of perfectionists,” there's a lot to discuss in this episode! Hosts Dr. Ernie Ward and Beckie Mossor, RVT, start by defining what valid feedback looks like in veterinary practice. From there, they review why nearly any form of feedback can be beneficial for your professional (and perhaps personal) growth, why your network is essential in evaluating feedback, and how to remain in control, even when you don't like what, or how, feedback is being delivered. Viewfinders, there's a lot to consider in this podcast that transcends “feedback.” We'd love to hear your thoughts! And we'd appreciate you giving us feedback over on Apple Podcasts by pressing the 5-stars! Your review really helps us reach more of our colleagues!

Join Yvonne Brandenburg, RVT, VTS SAIM and Jordan Porter RVT, LVT, VTS SAIM as we talk about: Salmonella infections in dogs and cats. Thanks so much for tuning in. Join us again next week for another episode!  Want to earn some RACE approved CE credits for listening to the podcast? You can earn between 0.5-1.0  hour of RACE approved CE credit for each podcast episode you listen to.  Join the Internal Medicine For Vet Techs Membership to earn and keep track of your continuing education hours as you get your learn on! Join now! http://internalmedicineforvettechsmembership.com/ Get Access to the Membership Site for your RACE approved CE certificates Sign up at https://internalmedicineforvettechsmembership.com  Get Access to the Technician Treasure Trove  Sign up at https://imfpp.org/treasuretrove    Thanks for listening!  – Yvonne and Jordan 

The Sonography Lounge Hosts Lori and Trisha dive get the low-down on new technology updates with Emily Smith and Justin Reynolds of CIVCO Medical Solutions. They discuss the Envision Gel-Free Ultrasound Transducer Covers, the technology behind them and clinical applications. Emily has been a clinical marketing specialist at CIVCO for almost 5 years. Emily was board certified as a diagnostic medical sonographer 28 years ago in ABD, OB, RVT and PS and has spent most of her career in clinical areas and education. Emily has 2 daughters and enjoys anything outdoors. Justin has been with CIVCO for over 5 years and runs the Infection Control product line, which is focused on providing a full suite of viral barrier solutions for the many types and applications of ultrasound. Justin is married with 2 children and enjoys spending time outdoors with his family, tinkering in the workshop and reading. CIVCO's goal is to enable clinicians to provide safer outcomes by developing patient-focused products, delivering outstanding service and superior quality. For more than 35 years, CIVCO Medical Solutions has been committed to making image-guided procedures safer through the design, manufacturing, and marketing of medical products. Our products are trusted by physicians and clinicians in radiology, regional anesthesia, vascular access, men's and women's health, cardiology, infection control, sterile processing, and surgery, primarily focusing on the use of ultrasound. Founded in 1981 on the principles of innovation and exceptional service, CIVCO is a global organization with customers in 85 countries and a partner to the top ultrasound manufacturers around the world. Growth is a part of our history and a key driver to this day. Our first acquisition was of ATL Accessories prostate treatment equipment in 1999, and most recently in 2016 of PCI Medical, a leader in ultrasound probe and endoscopy high-level disinfection. Over 100 associates work for CIVCO between our corporate headquarters in Coralville, Iowa, and our main production facility in Kalona, Iowa. CIVCO is a subsidiary of Roper Technologies. CIVCO is certified as part of ISO 13485 Quality Management System. To ensure continued excellence, a certified organization audits our quality system annually. Registrations, certifications, and assessments are performed by the SGS United Kingdom Ltd. Systems & Services Certification.   CIVCO Medical Solutions: https://www.civco.com   CME and Cross-training resources: Gulfcoast Ultrasound Institute (Training materials and programs): www.gcus.com     Societies and Certification Agencies: International Accreditation Commission: https://intersocietal.org/ Society of Vascular Ultrasound: https://www.svu.org/ Society of Vascular Surgery: https://vascular.org/ American College of Radiology: https://www.acr.org/ Sonographer / Physician: American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS): www.ardms.org Physicians: Alliance for Physician Certification & Advancement (APCA): www.APCA.org Point of Care Healthcare Providers: Point of Care Certification Academy (POCUS): www.pocus.org Sonographer / Physician: Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI): www.cci-online.org  American Institute of Ultrasound in Medicine: https://www.aium.org/   Want to become a Sonographer? Find an accredited long term Ultrasound Program:  https://www.caahep.org/Students/Find-a-Program.aspx

This week on RVT, we continue our special “once a month” series of rewatch every single “FAST & FURIOUS” movie. This week? 2006's ‘TOKYO DRIFT'. Prequel? Sequel? Both?00:51 -  Our thoughts on watching “2 FAST 2 FURIOUS” for the VERY FIRST TIME.Have a question for the fellas? Follow us on social media @MCTVPodcast, or visit MCTVPodcast.comMusic provided by WHALE AND THE WOLF. Check out their music on Apple and Spotify.

“Quiet quitting” has gone viral. This week we examine what “quiet quitting” really means, how it's actually been around for a long time (thank you, Gen Xers), and how you can learn from this workplace trend. In our 300th consecutive weekly episode (!), hosts Dr. Ernie Ward and Beckie Mossor, RVT discuss the latest Gen Z TikTok trend of “quiet quitting.” The pair explain how this applies to veterinary professionals, and why this may be a healthy movement. Dr. Ward reminds the Viewfinders that, “You are not defined by how many hours you work.” He shares why establishing healthy boundaries between work and personal life are essential for a long - and satisfying - career in veterinary medicine. (And he's been doing this for over 30 years.) Beckie examines the workplace pressures many veterinary professionals feel if they “take time for themselves” and how many clinics may be reinforcing toxic relationships with work by “texting you at 2 a.m. to ask about work" and then getting upset if you don't respond immediately. Someone needed to hear that... Viewfinders, thank you for allowing us to get to 300 podcasts! Back in 2016 when we started, we could not imagine how much we'd grow and how much fun we'd be having! Share this podcast with a colleague who needs to hear it and don't forget to head over to Apple Podcasts and give us a 5-star review so we can reach more veterinary professionals! Email: veterinaryviewfinder@gmail.com

Join Yvonne Brandenburg, RVT, VTS SAIM and Jordan Porter RVT, LVT, VTS SAIM as we talk about: More bacteria that causes chaos in the guts… but not always! Yep, this one may or may not affect the pets we see, but it is zoonotic so we should know about it!    Question of the Week What topics would you like us to talk about?  Leave a comment at https://imfpp.org/episode137  Resources We Mentioned in the Show  VCA: Campylobacter Infection In Dogs:   https://vcahospitals.com/know-your-pet/campylobacter-infection-in-dogs CDC: Campylobacter in Pets https://www.cdc.gov/campylobacter/pets.html Merck Veterinary Manual: Enteric Campylobacteriosis:  https://www.merckvetmanual.com/digestive-system/enteric-campylobacteriosis/overview-of-enteric-campylobacteriosis   Thanks so much for tuning in. Join us again next week for another episode!  Want to earn some RACE approved CE credits for listening to the podcast? You can earn between 0.5-1.0  hour of RACE approved CE credit for each podcast episode you listen to.    Join the Internal Medicine For Vet Techs Membership to earn and keep track of your continuing education hours as you get your learn on!   Join now! http://internalmedicineforvettechsmembership.com/   Get Access to the Membership Site for your RACE approved CE certificates Sign up at https://internalmedicineforvettechsmembership.com  Get Access to the Technician Treasure Trove  Sign up at https://imfpp.org/treasuretrove    Thanks for listening!  – Yvonne and Jordan   

We have all felt insecure at work; sometimes, these insecurities can hold us back. This week I talk to RVT Liz Waynick, about her experience with being insecure as a veterinary technician.  She shares how this insecurity resulted in her working at clinics where she was set up to fail and almost leaving the veterinary field altogether. She also shares her challenges in finding a veterinary practice that was a good fit for her, and more.Liz Waynick (RVT), grew up all over the Midwest but has settled in Northeast Ohio. She's been an RVT since 2010 and spent most of the beginning of her career in a general practice setting. She currently works at a Veterinary Cardiology practice and writes articles geared towards pet owners. She shares her home with her two cats (Heathcliff and Tyra), her box turtle Amelia, and her Russian tortoise Littlefoot.Healthcliff the cats's Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/heathcliff.the.cat/Support the show :TwitterFacebookInstagramEmail

A new perspective on wildlife rehabilitation! Kendra (RVT) chats with Katie (RVT) about her career as a credentialed veterinary technician working in sea turtle rehabilitation. Bringing  a lifelong dream to fruition was not an easy process for Katie. Hear her story about making herself the best candidate possible to obtain her dream job working with sea turtles. What are some great steps to take towards working with exotics? What is a day to day like in the life of a sea turtle rehabilitation facility? What do you feed a sea turtle?! Learn the answers to all of these questions and so much more as Katie shares her journey. 

Many of us see things that need changing or improving nearly every day. Sadly, few of us take action to make those changes or improvements. Stefanie Perry, CVT, VTS (Dentistry) recognized that Arizona veterinary technicians didn't have an organization, so she and two others decided to make that change! This week, we learn how you can help the AZVTA and steps you can take to make changes in your world! Hosts Dr. Ernie Ward and Beckie Mossor, RVT are thrilled to introduce you to Stefanie Perry, CVT, VTS, the current President of the brand new Arizona Veterinary Technician Association (azvta.org). She's part of a growing movement of licensed veterinary technicians who are establishing protections and promoting better standards of veterinary care around the US. Regardless of where you live, this episode is both inspiring and pragmatic for making change. We need more folks like Stefanie, President-Elect Jennifer Serling, CVT, RVT, VTES, AAS, BVSc (Go App State!), and Vice President Katie Foust, CVT! Bravo! If you're interested in learning more about the AZVTA, visit them at azvta.org.

Join Yvonne Brandenburg, RVT, VTS SAIM and Jordan Porter RVT, LVT, VTS SAIM as we talk about: We talk about the dreaded corona virus… but no, not COVID, Feline Corona Virus that we vaccinate for! Why do we vaccinate for it? Let us tell you.     Resources We Mentioned in the Show   Feline Enteric Coronavirus. Merck Manual. Alex Gallagher, DVM, MS, DACVIM (SAIM), Department of Small Animal Clinical Sciences, College of Veterinary Medicine, University of Florida. Last full review/revision Jun 2020 | Content last modified Oct 2020 Retrieved from https://www.merckvetmanual.com/digestive-system/diseases-of-the-stomach-and-intestines-in-small-animals/feline-enteric-coronavirus?query=coronavirus  Feline Coronavirus (FCoV) RT-PCR. Cornell University. https://www.vet.cornell.edu/animal-health-diagnostic-center/veterinary-support/disease-information/feline-coronavirus  Buonavoglia C, Decaro N, Martella V, Elia G, Campolo M, Desario C, Castagnaro M, Tempesta M. Canine coronavirus highly pathogenic for dogs. Emerg Infect Dis. 2006 Mar;12(3):492-4. doi: 10.3201/eid1203.050839. PMID: 16704791; PMCID: PMC3291441.https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3291441/   Thanks so much for tuning in. Join us again next week for another episode!  Want to earn some RACE approved CE credits for listening to the podcast? You can earn between 0.5-1.0  hour of RACE approved CE credit for each podcast episode you listen to.    Join the Internal Medicine For Vet Techs Membership to earn and keep track of your continuing education hours as you get your learn on!   Join now! http://internalmedicineforvettechsmembership.com/   Get Access to the Membership Site for your RACE approved CE certificates Sign up at https://internalmedicineforvettechsmembership.com  Get Access to the Technician Treasure Trove  Sign up at https://imfpp.org/treasuretrove    Thanks for listening!  – Yvonne and Jordan   

Uitvaartcoörperatie DELA neemt de Duitse klanten van concurrent Monuta over en verdubbelt zo het marktaandeel bij de Oosterburen. Hoe ver reiken de groeiambities van de uitvaartverzekeraar en –verzorger? Edzo Doeve, topman van uitvaartcoöperatie Dela is te gast in BNR Zakendoen. Hoekje macro Elke dag, even over twaalf, bespreekt presentator Thomas van Zijl met een macro-econoom de economische stand van zaken. Deze keer is het de beurt aan Hans Stegeman, Chief Investment Strategist bij de Triodos bank. Boardroompanel Richemont, het bedrijf achter Cartier, wordt belaagd door een activistische belegger. En: Philips-topman Frans van Houten vertrekt. Was zijn vertrek onvermijdelijk? Dat en meer bespreken we om 13.00 in het Boardroompanel met: -Ilona Haaijer, voormalig topvrouw bij DSM en commissaris bij Corbion en Glanbia (Plc); -Leen Paape, hoogleraar Corporate Governance Nyenrode, voorzitter RvC bij Univé Dichtbij en voorzitter van de RvT van het SNS Reaal Pensioenfonds. Luister | Boardroompanel Duurzaam wonen Hoe ziet de markt van duurzame energie er nu uit in Nederland? Waar koop je warmtepompen, zonnepanelen of isolatie? En hoe weet je dat je de goede keuze hebt gemaakt? Een inzicht in deze energiemarkt met Rense van Dijk, CEO van Woon Duurzaam. Zakenpartner Na een studie commercial Sport Economics in Amsterdam en heel wat sales ervaring rijker, kwam ze eind twintig in een burn-out terecht. Ze wilde haar leven drastisch gaan omgooien. Ze ontwikkelde een passie voor vitaliteit en ging aan de slag als Yoga lerares in Amsterdam. Nu ze haar passie helemaal gevonden heeft is ze actief als Head of Partnerschip Management bij sport- en fitnessplatform OneFit. De zakenpartner van deze week is Kari Littley. Contact & Abonneren BNR Zakendoen zendt elke werkdag live uit van 12:00 tot 14:30 uur. Je kunt de redactie bereiken via e-mail en Twitter. Abonneren op de podcast van BNR Zakendoen kan via bnr.nl/zakendoen, of via Apple Podcast en Spotify.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What's the latest news on the unionization movement in US veterinary clinics? What is a union and how can forming them help veterinary professionals preserve the best aspects of their jobs while improving many of the worst conditions? This week we welcome back vet tech extraordinaire Liz Hughston MEd, RVT, CVT, LVT, LMVT, VTS (SAIM) (ECC) to share the latest developments on veterinary professionals' unionization. Viewfinders, hold on to your seat…this is one fast-paced ride! Hosts Dr. Ernie Ward and Beckie Mossor, RVT explore the reasons why unions make sense in veterinary practice, why the continued expansion of corporate practice ownership makes them even more important, and the steps you can take if you're interested in forming a union in your place of work. Beckie and Liz detour into what (or not) vet med organizations such as the AVMA and NAVTA should be doing (or not) when it comes to educating veterinary professionals about collective bargaining. Our trio also discusses what information is (and isn't) being shared with our colleagues from our professional groups. They also offer advice on how our associations and agencies can be more transparent and inclusive when it comes to offering a variety of opinions and strategies for change. Viewfinders, this is another impactful conversation that covers a lot of essential topics. Share your thoughts with us on our social media challenge or email us at veterinaryviewfinder@gmail.com For more information on veterinary unions, check out these links: http://www.natvpu.org/ https://www.instagram.com/nvpunion/ https://www.facebook.com/NationalVeterinaryProfessionalsUnion communications@natvpu.org

Join Yvonne Brandenburg, RVT, VTS SAIM and Jordan Porter RVT, LVT, VTS SAIM as we talk about: Heartworm Disease in dogs and cats, how to diagnose and treat it. Thanks so much for tuning in. Join us again next week for another episode!  Get Access to the Membership Site for your RACE approved CE certificates Sign up at https://internalmedicineforvettechsmembership.com  Get Access to the Technician Treasure Trove  Sign up at https://imfpp.org/treasuretrove  Thanks for listening!  – Yvonne and Jordan 

Join Yvonne Brandenburg, RVT, VTS SAIM and Jordan Porter RVT, LVT, VTS SAIM as we talk about: Feline Panleukopenia and how it's like Canine Parvo, but it is its own disease.  Question of the Week Have you successfully treated Blastomycosis and let me know your protocol?  Resources We Mentioned in the Show  Feline panleukopenia. AVMA. Retrieved on 8-5-2022 from https://www.avma.org/resources-tools/pet-owners/petcare/feline-panleukopenia  Feline Panleukopenia: (Feline Infectious Enteritis, Feline Parvoviral Enteritis). Richard A. Squires, BVSc (Hons), PhD, James Cook University Retrieved on 8-5-2022 from https://www.merckvetmanual.com/generalized-conditions/feline-panleukopenia/feline-panleukopenia Sykes JE. Feline Panleukopenia Virus Infection and Other Viral Enteritides. Canine and Feline Infectious Diseases. 2014:187–94. doi: 10.1016/B978-1-4377-0795-3.00019-3. Epub 2013 Aug 26. PMCID: PMC7151839. https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC7151839/  Thanks so much for tuning in. Join us again next week for another episode!  Get Access to the Membership Site for your RACE approved CE certificates Sign up at https://internalmedicineforvettechsmembership.com  Get Access to the Technician Treasure Trove  Sign up at https://imfpp.org/treasuretrove    Thanks for listening!  – Yvonne and Jordan 

Do you throw a party when a team member leaves? What about birthdays or work anniversaries? How do you make celebrating employees fair and equitable? Does it sometimes feel like high school all over again in terms of who gets recognized, how, and when? If you've ever felt unsure about what, who, and how to recognize your team's special events (and some maybe not so special happenings), then you'll definitely want to check out this week's Veterinary Viewfinder! Hosts Dr. Ernie Ward and Beckie Mossor, RVT explore how to gracefully - and strategically - celebrate a team member's leaving. Dr. Ward explains why many veterinary clinics don't commemorate when a staff member leaves for a competing practice across town, but are quick to “throw a party” when they move across state. Beckie details how saluting staff for a wide variety of milestones can boost your culture and encourage job satisfaction. Both hosts offer simple, and affordable, tips on making meaningful staff recognitions and advice on keeping things fair. Viewfinders, share your thoughts on this episode or suggestions for additional topics on your social media or email us at veterinaryviewfinder@gmail.com.

The Veterinary Viewfinder was founded in 2016 to “tackle the toughest topics in veterinary medicine.” One of the tough topics we've covered repeatedly is the growing movement to ban non-therapeutic, non-preventive procedures such as feline digit amputation, often referred to as “declawing.” This week we're excited to introduce you to the Canadian Animal Health Technician (same as US RVT/CVT/LVT) who succeeded in the enactment of a law banning declawing in the Province of Quebec. If you're wondering, Quebec is the second-most populous province with a population of over 8 million. Not bad for a vet tech! Hosts Dr. Ernie Ward and Beckie Mossor, RVT are thrilled to bring you a master class in how one person can bring about big change. Leading the class is the amazing vet tech (animal health technician in Canadian-speak) Alexandra Yaksich, BSc., AHT. Alex wears many hats. She is currently working as a freelance writer, communications consultant, content creator, and relief animal health technician. The story we share this week is about how anyone can overcome their doubts and fears to create change. Viewfinders, prepare to be inspired! Alex is a loyal podcast subscriber and decided to email us at veterinaryviewfinder@gmail.com and tell us she had a story to share! (You can, too!) If there's something in your world you want to improve or change, Alex lays out a practical, logical, and systemic approach. Whether it's animal welfare, social justice, LGBTQ+, worker rights, or anything you feel is wrong or less than ideal, we believe this episode will not only inspire, but offers a pathway for change. Viewfinders, this is a good one! Follow Alex on Instagram (@alexandra.yaksich) or connect with her via LinkedIn at https://bit.ly/3znSCoZ.

Join Yvonne Brandenburg, RVT, VTS SAIM and Jordan Porter RVT, LVT, VTS SAIM as we talk about: The dreaded parvovirus. We learn all about how it causes chaos in the body and we even discuss the damage on a cellular level.    Question of the Week Have you seen an adult parvo case?  Leave a comment at https://imfpp.org/episode133  Resources We Mentioned in the Show  Merck Veterinary Manual: https://www.merckvetmanual.com/digestive-system/diseases-of-the-stomach-and-intestines-in-small-animals/canine-parvovirus AVMA:  https://www.avma.org/resources-tools/pet-owners/petcare/canine-parvovirus Cornell:  https://www.vet.cornell.edu/departments-centers-and-institutes/baker-institute/our-research/canine-parvovirus VCA https://vcahospitals.com/know-your-pet/parvovirus-in-dogs     Thanks so much for tuning in. Join us again next week for another episode!  Want to earn some RACE approved CE credits for listening to the podcast? You can earn between 0.5-1.0  hour of RACE approved CE credit for each podcast episode you listen to.    Join the Internal Medicine For Vet Techs Membership to earn and keep track of your continuing education hours as you get your learn on!   Join now! http://internalmedicineforvettechsmembership.com/   Get Access to the Membership Site for your RACE approved CE certificates Sign up at https://internalmedicineforvettechsmembership.com  Get Access to the Technician Treasure Trove  Sign up at https://imfpp.org/treasuretrove    Thanks for listening!  – Yvonne and Jordan   

Radiation therapy can sound very scary to many dog lovers. But it can be extremely useful for dog cancer, both to destroy tumors and to provide pain relief. Jenny Fisher is a veterinary technician specialist in oncology, and has helped many dogs through radiation treatments. She explains all things radiation therapy, from the different treatment types to its best uses and potential side effects. If you've ever wondered about the difference between teletherapy and brachytherapy, why some courses of radiation are short and others long, or what a dog experiences when dropped off for a treatment, this episode is for you. Links Mentioned in Today's Show: The Role of Vet Techs in Oncology podcast episode Related Links: Cyberknife Use with Dog Cancer – Cutting Edge Technology podcast episode Bone Marrow Transplants for Dogs podcast episode About Today's Guest, Jenny Cassibry Fisher: Jenny has worked in veterinary medicine in some regard for over 25 years, receiving her RVT in 2002 and her VTS (IM-oncology) in 2015. Her clinical experience includes academia, general medicine, and emergency medicine. Jenny serves as the president-elect for the Academy of Internal Medicine for Veterinary Technicians (AIMVT). LinkedIn Other Links: To join the private Facebook group for readers of Dr. Dressler's book “The Dog Cancer Survival Guide,” go to https://www.facebook.com/groups/dogcancersupport/  Dog Cancer Answers is a Maui Media production in association with Dog Podcast Network This episode is sponsored by the best-selling animal health book The Dog Cancer Survival Guide: Full Spectrum Treatments to Optimize Your Dog's Life Quality and Longevity by Dr. Demian Dressler and Dr. Susan Ettinger. Available everywhere fine books are sold. Have a guest you think would be great for our show? Contact our producers at DogCancerAnswers.com Have an inspiring True Tail about your own dog's cancer journey you think would help other dog lovers? Share your true tail with our producers. If you would like to ask a dog cancer related question for one of our expert veterinarians to answer on a future Q&A episode, call our Listener Line at 808-868-3200 www.dogcanceransers.com. Dog Cancer News is a free weekly newsletter that contains useful information designed to help your dog with cancer. To sign up, please visit: www.dogcancernews.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jenny Cassibry Fisher, RVT, VTS (Oncology) shares some of the factors specific to anesthetizing veterinary patients for radiation therapy. This episode covers patient and procedural factors, medications commonly involved, and some success stories from Jenny's experiences as an oncology technician.

Kendra (RVT) is joined by Beth (CVT) to discuss the ins and outs of the Veterinary Technician National Exam (VTNE). The huge exam that stands between your hard work in school and your credentials. But it doesn't have to be as scary as it seems. How does the exam break down? What are some great study methods? Are there beneficial study tools outside of our school notes & textbooks? What are realistic study goals to set for ourselves? Learn the answers and so much more along the way! 

It's no secret many (most?) veterinary clinics across the nation are feeling overwhelmed. Our clients and patients must wait days to weeks to be seen or endure long waits in lobbies for "walk-in" appointments. Could shifting to a "hybrid urgent care model" help ease the stress many veterinary professionals are experiencing? Let's talk about it. Hosts Dr. Ernie Ward and Beckie Mossor, RVT discuss how any general veterinary clinic could shift to a "hybrid urgent care model" and the potential benefits. Dr. Ward emphasizes that this type of strategic change could help by changing our team's perspective and expectations on an already busy day. Beckie shares that many vet techs who would like to work ER cases but can't manage the hours may also find this model appealing. We'd love to hear your thoughts and opinions. We'll continue to promote and advocate for innovations that improve patient care, client service, and staff well-being. Share your thoughts on our social media accounts or email us at veterinaryviewfinder@gmail.com.

Join Yvonne Brandenburg, RVT, VTS SAIM and Jordan Porter RVT, LVT, VTS SAIM as we talk about: The other fungus among us! But this one is everywhere, and when I say everywhere, I mean… everywhere! It attacks the nose, it does not favor one species, it is a beast!    Question of the Week Have you seen a feline sino-orbital aspergillosis?   Resources We Mentioned in the Show  https://vcahospitals.com/know-your-pet/aspergillosis-in-dogs https://www.merckvetmanual.com/generalized-conditions/fungal-infections/aspergillosis https://veterinarypartner.vin.com/default.aspx?pid=19239&id=4952634 https://www.vet.cornell.edu/departments-centers-and-institutes/cornell-feline-health-center/health-information/feline-health-topics/aspergillosis      Thanks so much for tuning in. Join us again next week for another episode!  Want to earn some RACE approved CE credits for listening to the podcast? You can earn between 0.5-1.0  hour of RACE approved CE credit for each podcast episode you listen to.    Join the Internal Medicine For Vet Techs Membership to earn and keep track of your continuing education hours as you get your learn on!   Join now! http://internalmedicineforvettechsmembership.com/   Get Access to the Membership Site for your RACE approved CE certificates Sign up at https://internalmedicineforvettechsmembership.com  Get Access to the Technician Treasure Trove  Sign up at https://imfpp.org/treasuretrove    Thanks for listening!  – Yvonne and Jordan   

We've heard too many stories the past few months of veterinary clinics not taking new patients or unable to see routine care appointments for weeks. Have the pandemic, workplace shortage, an inflation made the veterinary industry potentially less “recession proof” than before? Viewfinders, let's tackle this tough topic! Hosts Dr. Ernie Ward and Beckie Mossor, RVT discuss how some clinics may be inadvertently putting themselves at increased risk of recession impacts due to not accepting new patients, long waits for annual care, and rising prices. Dr. Ward points out why this potential recession may be unlike any other for the veterinary profession as a multitude of veterinary market forces conspire to threaten our traditional economic resilience. Beckie discusses her concerns that too many veterinary practices may not appreciate that today's clients may not be as loyal as in the past and that vet-flation may cause many pet parents to price shop out services. Our hosts discuss the “veterinary workforce translocation” that may have additional impacts on how independent vet clinics operate in the future. They also discuss steps every clinic needs to take now to lessen the affects of a potential economic downturn. Viewfinders, we hope this episode gives you ideas on how to weather the economic storms that may lie ahead. Don't forget to head over to Apple Podcasts and drop 5-stars on on us so we may reach more veterinary colleagues! If you have any questions or topic ideas, email us at veterinaryviewfinder@gmail.com!

When lifestyle changes forced Leilani Mustillo to consider leaving Vet med, she connected with friend and fellow industry colleague Dr. Sean Neate to discuss a solution to both the career changes she faced and an opportunity to improve Telehealth. After a couple long brainstorming sessions, Animal HealthLink was born, with the vision and mission to redefine the veterinary emergency and after-hours triage model and be the veterinary industry standard for triage. Leilani, RVT CEO is a born and raised Albertan who completed the Olds College Animal Health Technology program in 2009. Since graduating, she has worked in specialty and emergency medicine in both nursing and management roles. Since 2015, she has been an instructor in Olds College's Animal Health Department. As an advocate for RVT advancement, she has a love for mentoring and training those who are new to emergency and critical care medicine, with her favourite topic being emergency triage. Sean grew up in Alberta and originally obtained a Bachelor of Commerce from the University of Alberta, but switched careers and graduated from the Faculty of Veterinary Medicine at the University of Calgary. After graduation, Sean completed a rotating small animal internship at a referral institution in Calgary. After spending several years in referral and emergency medicine, he moved to family practice. Sean is currently a practicing partner in a group of veterinary hospitals in Calgary where he enjoys a mixture of clinical cases and leading teams in their growing practices. In our wide-ranging conversation with Leilani and Sean, topics covered include: Leilani and Sean's career journey Creating a new path to keep involved in the profession Animal HealthLink's inception The benefit of Animal HealthLink's services for veterinarians and clinics Transforming the way telehealth is done Working within the regulatory framework in multiple States and Provinces How does Animal HealthLink work? The fun of starting up a veterinary business - what it really takes What's got Leilani and Sean excited for the company's future Leilani and Sean's Impact Round! Thank you to Leilani and Sean for joining us on the show! To find out more about Animal Health Link, visit or connect with them in the following ways: https://www.animalhealthlink.ca/ info@animalhealthlink.ca @animalhealthlink on Instagram, Facebook, and LinkedIn We're online! Check out our website at theveterinaryproject.com for more info on the show, our hosts, and all things Veterinary Project. If you liked the show and want to stay in the know, please follow / subscribe to the podcast on the listening platform of your choosing. Want to join our community of like-minded Veterinary Professionals? Send an email to theveterinaryprojectpodcast@gmail.com and we'll get you connected to our private Veterinary Project Facebook group. Any questions, comments, feedback, or requests for guests can also be sent to theveterinaryprojectpodcast@gmail.com. Thank you for listening and we look forward to seeing you next Wednesday for another episode of The Veterinary Project Podcast! - Jonathan Leicht, DVM and Michael Bugg, DVM

Join Yvonne Brandenburg, RVT, VTS SAIM and Jordan Porter RVT, LVT, VTS SAIM as we talk about: More fungus! We talk about Valley Fever or coccidioidomycosis; this can affect the respiratory tract, skin, ocular, bones, and even the CNS.    Question of the Week Have you seen ocular valley fever, what did it present like?  Leave a comment at https://imfpp.org/episode131   Resources We Mentioned in the Show  https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/18762558/#:~:text=The%20dimorphic%20fungi%20Coccidioides%20immitis,frequently%20results%20in%20chronic%20cough. https://veterinarypartner.vin.com/default.aspx?pid=19239&id=4952695 https://www.merckvetmanual.com/generalized-conditions/fungal-infections/coccidioidomycosis https://vcahospitals.com/know-your-pet/coccidioidomycosis-in-dogs https://health.ucdavis.edu/valley-fever/    Thanks so much for tuning in. Join us again next week for another episode!  Want to earn some RACE approved CE credits for listening to the podcast? You can earn between 0.5-1.0  hour of RACE approved CE credit for each podcast episode you listen to.    Join the Internal Medicine For Vet Techs Membership to earn and keep track of your continuing education hours as you get your learn on!   Join now! http://internalmedicineforvettechsmembership.com/   Get Access to the Membership Site for your RACE approved CE certificates Sign up at https://internalmedicineforvettechsmembership.com  Get Access to the Technician Treasure Trove  Sign up at https://imfpp.org/treasuretrove    Thanks for listening!  – Yvonne and Jordan   

Kendra (RVT) chats with Amber (LVT) about her adventures as a credentialed veterinary technician working abroad. If you follow her adventures on Instagram you may be familiar with Amber's adventures. But, this episode gets you behind the scenes to allow you to follow in her footsteps. How do you get into working abroad? How are you able to offer services abroad where there may not even be credentialed technicians? Where do you research living, working or transportation in a new country? If you are wanting to venture outside of your country with your skills this episode is for you!

A frequent guest on the podcast, Stephen Cital RVT, RLAT, SRA, CVPP, VTS- LAM (Res. Anesthesia), recently caused a bit of controversy on vet med social media by taking a very public stand against continuing education conferences held in states harboring laws against women's and LGBTQ+ rights and other social injustices. Stephen decided to “sit out” or boycott speaking at these events, resulting in considerable online chatter. This week, in an exclusive interview, we're thrilled to bring you his side of the story and why it matters to all of us. Hosts Dr. Ernie Ward and Beckie Mossor, RVT review Stephen's actions, discuss both the support and criticisms he has received, and practical steps we can all take to stand up for the things we believe in. Viewfinders, this is an important conversation on a topic that many, including us, may find uncomfortable at times. We think it's important to openly (and civilly) address this issue as a profession and hope this sparks conversation - and action - in your world. A huge thanks to Stephen for joining us and bravely sharing his story. Link to Stephen's LinkedIn post: https://bit.ly/3o5zTJj Link the Facebook post discussed in the podcast: https://bit.ly/3NY9EPP veterinaryviewfinder@gmail.com @veterinaryviewfinder

Choosing a veterinary or veterinary technician school is one of the most important - and potentially challenging - decisions you'll make in your career. Today, technology and educational innovations provide vets and vet techs with more professional school choices than ever before. This week, let's look at one exciting new veterinary technician program developed by our very own Beckie Mossor, RVT! Hosts Dr. Ernie Ward and Beckie Mossor, RVT explore the next generation of veterinary technician programs. Dr. Ward begins by sharing a recent “random Facebook message” he received about choosing a veterinary school and the advice he offered. Beckie takes us on a deep dive into the current state of US veterinary technician schools and why she's excited to share some of the innovations of her new A.S in Veterinary Medical technology Program from Gurnick Academy. And Dr. Ward explains why that A.S. degree might be more important to your decision than you might think. Viewfinders. Share this podcast with any students or colleagues interested in pursuing a prolonged career in vet med! To learn more about Beckie's Gurnick Academy veterinary technician A.S. program, click here: https://www.gurnick.edu/programs/veterinary-medical-technology-program/ If you'd like to learn more about all the veterinary technician programs accredited by the AVMA CVTEA, check out this link: https://bit.ly/3yl7YKn

Kendra (RVT, LVT) chats with Jessie (LVT) on her adventures in veterinary blood banking. Moving into a small community within veterinary medicine and exploring new options for patients is not for the faint of heart. Jessie explored new options to be able to start the first veterinary blood bank in the state of South Carolina. Hear her tale of moving into biopharma and ultimately closing her circle on her "why" in veterinary medicine. 

Join Yvonne Brandenburg, RVT, VTS SAIM and Jordan Porter, RVT, VTS SAIM as we discuss The ACVIM Forum including: Veterinary Technician Case Reports Meeting listeners Supporting the AIMVT Academy and more! If you ever wanted to hear what it's like at The ACVIM Forum we discuss the week and how much we love it (even if we are exhausted at the end of it!)

When your dog has cancer, there are a lot more people on her care team than just you and the oncologist. Veterinary technicians – including ones who specialize in oncology – are another layer of medical professionals ready to help your dog. Jenny Fisher, Registered Veterinary Technician and Veterinary Technician Specialist in Oncology, was the Head Technician in Oncology at Louisiana State for 14 years. Fisher explains what vet techs do in the hospital, the education they have undergone, and the struggles of working in this profession. She also explains why vet techs aren't called veterinary nurses in the US, and untangles some of the different credentials used in various states. Links Mentioned in Today's Show: Academy of Internal Medicine for Veterinary Technicians National Association of Veterinary Technicians in America American Association of Veterinary State Boards Related Links: Cancer Treatment Unit at Louisiana State University How to Meditate With Your Dog (the Maui the dog story) About Today's Guest, Jenny Cassibry Fisher: Jenny has worked in veterinary medicine in some regard for over 25 years, receiving her RVT in 2002 and her VTS (IM-oncology) in 2015. Her clinical experience includes academia, general medicine, and emergency medicine. Jenny serves as the president-elect for the Academy of Internal Medicine for Veterinary Technicians (AIMVT). LinkedIn Other Links: To join the private Facebook group for readers of Dr. Dressler's book “The Dog Cancer Survival Guide,” go to https://www.facebook.com/groups/dogcancersupport/  Dog Cancer Answers is a Maui Media production in association with Dog Podcast Network This episode is sponsored by the best-selling animal health book The Dog Cancer Survival Guide: Full Spectrum Treatments to Optimize Your Dog's Life Quality and Longevity by Dr. Demian Dressler and Dr. Susan Ettinger. Available everywhere fine books are sold. Have a guest you think would be great for our show? Contact our producers at DogCancerAnswers.com Have an inspiring True Tail about your own dog's cancer journey you think would help other dog lovers? Share your true tail with our producers. If you would like to ask a dog cancer related question for one of our expert veterinarians to answer on a future Q&A episode, call our Listener Line at 808-868-3200 www.dogcanceransers.com. Dog Cancer News is a free weekly newsletter that contains useful information designed to help your dog with cancer. To sign up, please visit: www.dogcancernews.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Folks...it's been a WEEK! We at RvT want you to know we are with you in rage and sorrow. The guys delve into the shift we all experienced in this country on Friday because of the supreme court. The guys do what they can to make sense of it, but honestly - this is an issue we'll all be unpacking for quite some time. The gents then try to switch gears to the controversies surrounding "What If: Miles Morales" and "Spider-Man: Lotus". The guys wrap it up with the no- punches-pulled by the Amazon series "The Boys". All this plus our song of the week: "A Man Without Love" by Engelbert Humperdinck. ABORTION RIGHTS ARE HUM,AN RIGHTS!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Perhaps there's never been a time when more veterinary professionals changed jobs than during the past 18 months. Many colleagues are finding increased salaries, better benefits, and interesting opportunities. But what happens when your new job turns out to have many of the old problems you were getting away from? Viewfinders, let's talk about that and a whole lot more concerning switching employers. Hosts Dr. Ernie Ward and Beckie Mossor, RVT begin with a recent conversation Dr. Ward had with a young veterinarian who recently changed jobs. Despite an awesome signing bonus and generous salary bump, after a few months at the new clinic, she confided she wasn't as happy as she'd hoped. What went wrong? Listen to find out! Our pair discuss what to look for when thinking about changing jobs, how to self-evaluate what's really wrong in your workplace, and why it's essential for each of us to self-reflect on why we love this profession in order to find the best workplace. Oh, and why any job isn't necessarily going to provide you with purpose, fulfillment and meaning in your life. As always, there's a lot to unpack in this podcast! The duo also discuss establishing realistic expectations for veterinary professionals when dealing with the pet-owning public, relationships with coworkers, and treatment from managers and bosses. There's so much to talk about this week! Please join in wishing Beckie a Happy Birthday this week! All she asks for is a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts: http://bit.ly/VetView Thanks again for listening! Email us at: VeterinaryViewfinder@gmail.com

A viral news story involving a Maine veterinary clinic and relinquishment of a pet whose owner couldn't afford treatment has been widely circulating on social media. This week we address many of our concerns from sloppy reporting to missed media opportunities to the practice of pet relinquishment. Our full support and hearts go out to the entire veterinary team involved with this challenging case, and hope this conversation will help others facing similar situations. Viewfinders, there's a lot to discuss on this tough topic. Hosts Dr. Ernie Ward and Beckie Mossor, RVT review the recent case involving the Maine Veterinary Medical Center and a client who relinquished her pet because she couldn't afford the $10,000 fee. Dr. Ward begins by examining tactics to handle media inquiries involving disgruntled clients. Beckie Mossor, RVT shares her own experiences and why the art of compromise is essential in dealing with these cases, especially in an emergency setting. Dr. Ward reviews his opinion on financial relinquishment and confiscation of pets. He also encourages clinics to role-play these scenarios and create plans to help when confronting financial constraints. Viewfinders, while our hearts are broken for all involved in this case, we urge our colleagues not to resort to online client-bashing and hurtful rhetoric. It can be challenging to practice radical empathy and compassion, but we hope you can remain respectful and professional when posting your thoughts. There are many lessons we can learn from these tragedies. We encourage you to check out Dr. Ward's piece on a couple of similar situations. We're also including the Maine Veterinary Medical Center's complete June 11, 2022 Statement on our website. Local News Reports: 'That's my boy:' Mainer pleads for return of puppy surrendered over $10K vet bill https://wgme.com/news/i-team/thats-my-boy-owner-pleads-for-return-of-puppy-surrendered-over-10k-vet-bill Maine vet clinic responds to I-Team investigation about surrendered dog https://wgme.com/news/i-team/mvmc-responds-to-i-team-investigation-maine-veterinary-medical-center-jaxx-german-shepherd Maine Veterinary Medical CenterJune 11, 2022 Statement https://www.scribd.com/document/578065883/Statement-From-Maine-Veterinary-Medical-Center#from_embed Dr. Ernie Ward's 2017 Video and Blog on a similar case: Why Don't Veterinarians Treat Animals For Free? “Why don't we just treat it for free?” is a question that many pet owners have for veterinarians, especially in cases where the pet owner can't afford treatment. https://www.drernieward.com/blog/2017/12/22/why-dont-veterinarians-treat-animals-for-free

Join Yvonne Brandenburg, RVT, VTS SAIM and Jordan Porter RVT, LVT, VTS SAIM as we talk about: Blastomycosis, when we think of this we think of how it can affect the respiratory tract, but wait! That's not all, it can form cutaneous lesions too?!?!    Question of the Week Have you successfully treated Blastomycosis and let me know your protocol?  Leave a comment at https://imfpp.org/episode130   Resources We Mentioned in the Show  VCA: Blastomycosis in Dogs:  https://vcahospitals.com/know-your-pet/blastomycosis-in-dogs Merck Veterinary Manual: Fungal Infections, Blastomycosis https://www.merckvetmanual.com/generalized-conditions/fungal-infections/blastomycosis   Thanks so much for tuning in. Join us again next week for another episode!  Want to earn some RACE approved CE credits for listening to the podcast? You can earn between 0.5-1.0  hour of RACE approved CE credit for each podcast episode you listen to.    Join the Internal Medicine For Vet Techs Membership to earn and keep track of your continuing education hours as you get your learn on!   Join now! http://internalmedicineforvettechsmembership.com/   Get Access to the Membership Site for your RACE approved CE certificates Sign up at https://internalmedicineforvettechsmembership.com  Get Access to the Technician Treasure Trove  Sign up at https://imfpp.org/treasuretrove    Thanks for listening!  – Yvonne and Jordan   

Caffeinators, have you ever had an idea for a veterinary product or invention but you had know idea to make that a reality? Or perhaps an improvement on an existing product that you know could be better but never knew what to do? Then this is the episode for you! As veterinary technicians, we're quite resourceful and possess great powers of ingenuity when it comes to connecting tubes to machines, or just making stuff work. That's where Alli Butler, RVT, with MILA International comes in! Jeff worked with her for a couple years at the veterinary school at Tufts University while Alli was working on her biomedical engineering degree. She has since been hired as a biomedical engineer at MILA working on these exact things-how to create products that will make our jobs easier. This discussion takes us through her path to MILA (you'll love this story!), what her job looks like there, projects she's working on, and the incredible CE program they've started. If you're going to be at ACVIM later this month, make sure to stop by the MILA booth and say hi to Alli and let her know you heard her on the Vet Tech Cafe and thank them for supporting veterinary technicians! Show Links: Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/vettechcafe Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/vettechcafepodcast Like and Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCMDTKdfOaqSW0Mv3Uoi33qg  Our website: https://www.vettechcafe.com/ Vet Tech Cafe Merch: https://www.vettechcafe.com/merch If you would like to help us cover our podcast expenses, we'd appreciate any support you give through Patreon. We do this podcast and our YouTube channel content to support the veterinary technicians out there and do not expect anything in return! We thank you for all you do.

We hate to break it to you, but the pandemic isn't over yet! This week we examine some of the less-discussed impacts of the “Pandemic Period” in veterinary medicine. Viewfinders, this is one interesting conversation! Hosts Dr. Ernie Ward and Beckie Mossor, RVT take listeners on a circuitous route around some of the lasting effects on our psyche post-pandemic. From fear of coughing in the exam room (or the terrifying sound of a client coughing!), to crowded elevators and lobbies, to learning potentially disagreeable facts about co-workers beliefs during lockdowns, this podcast packs a powerful punch! Viewfinders, what lingering effects are you observing these days? Any advice for colleagues struggling to get “back to some form of normal?” Share on our social media or email us at veterinaryviewfinder@gmail.com.

Join Yvonne Brandenburg, RVT, VTS SAIM and Jordan Porter RVT, LVT, VTS SAIM as we talk about: When the immune system attacks DNA. That is right, I said DNA. But it doesn't go around attacking ALL DNA. We discuss DLE and when the body attacks skin cells.    Question of the Week Who is going to ACVIM 2022?  Leave a comment at https://imfpp.org/episode129  Resources We Mentioned in the Show  VCA: Discoid Cutaneous Lupus Erythematosus:  https://vcahospitals.com/know-your-pet/discoid-cutaneous-lupus-erythematosus   VIN: https://veterinarypartner.vin.com/default.aspx?pid=19239&catId=102899&id=4952581   Thanks so much for tuning in. Join us again next week for another episode!  Want to earn some RACE approved CE credits for listening to the podcast? You can earn between 0.5-1.0  hour of RACE approved CE credit for each podcast episode you listen to.    Join the Internal Medicine For Vet Techs Membership to earn and keep track of your continuing education hours as you get your learn on!   Join now! http://internalmedicineforvettechsmembership.com/   Get Access to the Membership Site for your RACE approved CE certificates Sign up at https://internalmedicineforvettechsmembership.com  Get Access to the Technician Treasure Trove  Sign up at https://imfpp.org/treasuretrove    Thanks for listening!  – Yvonne and Jordan   

From the RVT in London - a live episode - with no edits - our panel and fans discuss the 2009 Greatest Hits package by Madonna.