How Attacks on DEI Enable Discrimination in Veterinary Workplaces
In recent years, there's been an alarming trend: employers, including those in veterinary medicine, are quietly retreating from their commitments to diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI). At the same time, key federal agencies that protect workers from discrimination—such as the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC)—are facing cuts to their leadership and budgets.
What You Should Know About KBroVet®-CA1: The Once-Daily Option for Canine Epilepsy
Now, with the introduction of KBroVet®-CA1 by PRN Pharmacal, veterinarians have a new, promising solution. This is the first FDA-conditionally approved potassium bromide medication designed specifically for dogs with idiopathic epilepsy—and it brings with it a host of advantages for both clinicians and clients.
Is FIRE Still Achievable for Veterinarians in 2025?
The Financial Independence, Retire Early (FIRE) movement has gained traction among high-earning professionals, but veterinarians—facing student debt, rising practice costs, and moderate salary growth—often wonder if early retirement is still realistic.
Prevalence of ear disease in cats undergoing cone beam computed tomography for dental procedures
Ear disease in cats is often underdiagnosed, yet it can significantly impact their health and well-being. This prospective, cross-sectional study investigated the prevalence of incidental ear disease in feline patients undergoing cone beam computed tomography (CBCT) for dental procedures. The findings provide new insights into the frequency of ear abnormalities detected during advanced dental imaging.
Barbie’s Neurology Journey: How a Cuban Immigrant Became a Veterinary Anesthesia Advocate
The hum of the MRI machine fills the room as Barbie Santiesteban carefully adjusts the positioning of Gizmo, a dachshund paralyzed from intervertebral disc disease. This scan marks a critical step before the dog undergoes a life-changing hemilaminectomy. As a Certified Veterinary Technician in neurology at Southeast Veterinary Neurology, Barbie has prepared hundreds of patients for complex surgeries, but she never takes these moments for granted.
Dog’s Close Call with Salmon Poisoning Disease Shocks Owners but Raises Awareness
Ollie, a 7-year-old chocolate Labrador retriever, lives his best life with owners Sarah Christie and Dan York of Sacramento. He enjoys plenty of outdoor activities, especially on hunting trips with York or to the family’s second home in Del Norte County in northwest California. But a recent health scare with Ollie alerted Christie and York to a disease they never knew existed and will make their awareness of Ollie’s outdoor activities keener.