The American College of Veterinary Internal Medicine (ACVIM) Announces 2024 Recognition Award Recipients
The American College of Veterinary Internal Medicine (ACVIM) recently announced the recipients of the 2024 ACVIM Recognition Awards during the 2024 ACVIM Forum in Minneapolis, Minnesota. The winners are accomplished veterinary professionals and ACVIM Diplomates who have demonstrated professional excellence, dedicated service and expertise, making a significant impact on the wellbeing of animals and advancing the veterinary profession. Please join us in congratulating this year’s esteemed awardees.
Revolutionize Your Vet Practice: 7 Game-Changing Tech Innovations You Can't Afford to Miss!
In the ever-evolving field of veterinary medicine, the adoption of innovative technologies is essential to enhance efficiency, reduce workload, and improve client satisfaction. This article highlights seven ways veterinary practices can leverage technology to overcome staffing challenges and optimize operations. Key innovations include automatic check-ins and check-outs, automated appointment scheduling, chatbots for customer communication, AI-powered communication tools, AI-driven radiology, automated medical record management, and remote patient monitoring. Experts like Caitlin Palmer, Dr. Jill Lopez, Dr. Aleksandr Zuraw, Dr. Richard Joseph, and Dr. Shannon Gregoire share their insights on how these technologies are transforming veterinary care, improving productivity, and ensuring better patient outcomes.
Using AI to decode dog vocalizations
University of Michigan researchers are exploring the possibilities of AI, developing tools that can identify whether a dog's bark conveys playfulness or aggression.
The Silent Threat: Cytauxzoonosis in Indiana Cats – A Conversation with Dr. Grant Burcham
In a startling revelation, recent research has uncovered a disturbing trend in Indiana, one that has cat owners and veterinarians on high alert. From 2018 to 2022, seven domestic shorthair cats in the state were diagnosed with Cytauxzoon felis, the parasite responsible for the often fatal disease known as bobcat fever. These cases mark the first confirmed instances of both acute and chronic cytauxzoonosis in Indiana, indicating a worrying expansion of this deadly tick-borne disease.
Unleashing Insights: Vet Candy's June Special Edition on Veterinary Behavior
This June, Vet Candy Magazine is thrilled to present a special edition that dives deep into the world of veterinary behavior. This issue is a must-read for any veterinary professional looking to stay ahead of the curve and provide the best care for their patients. Featuring some of the brightest stars in the veterinary behavior community—Dr. Wailani Sung, Dr. Hagar Hauser, Dr. Ellen Lindell, and Dr. Natalie Estep—this edition is packed with invaluable insights and cutting-edge expertise.
Embrace Your Body: Mental Health Expert Tips for Self-Acceptance Even When You Don’t Love Everything About It
In a society that constantly promotes idealized body images, many people struggle to love every aspect of their bodies. However, mental health experts emphasize that you don’t have to love every part of your body to embrace it fully. Here are some expert tips on how to develop a healthier, more accepting relationship with your body, even when you don’t love everything about it.