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Ethical Issues for Racetrack Practitioners (AAEP 2012)

Erica Larson January 7, 2013

Many difficult decisions racetrack practitioners encounter are out of their control, one veterinarian says.

Tiludronate, Shock Wave to Treat Bucked Shins

Erica Larson January 4, 2013

One vet found success in treating the condition using tiludronate, ESWT, and a modified exercise program.

Monday's Top Tweets from the 2015 AAEP Convention

Problem Breeding Mare Table Topic (AAEP 2012)

Kristina G. Lu, VMD, Dipl. ACT December 30, 2012

Attendees discussed anovulatory follicles, ovulation induction agents, oviductal dysfunction, and more.

how to protect your horse from equine influenza; Massachusetts Horse Owners Urged to Vaccinate

Vaccination Table Topic (AAEP 2012)

Julie Wilson, DVM, Dipl. ACVIM December 29, 2012

Attendees discussed a variety of topics surrounding current a future equine vaccinations.

Scientists Study Elapid Snakebites in Horses

Factors Associated with Surviving Potomac Horse Fever (AAEP 2012)

Nancy S. Loving, DVM December 26, 2012

While PHF has a serious clinical impact on affected horses, some parameters are associated with survival.

How to Address an Old Racing Injury When Selling a Horse

Law, Morals, and Ethics in Equine Practice (AAEP 2012)

Nancy S. Loving, DVM December 25, 2012

One vet says the best way to ensure equine welfare is “through a synergism of law, morals, and ethics.”

OSHA and the Equine Practitioner (AAEP 2012)

Nancy S. Loving, DVM December 24, 2012

Safety in the workplace is as important in veterinary medicine as anywhere else.

Practical Equine Medicine Studies of 2015

Flunixin Meglumine Doses: More or Less? (AAEP 2012)

Nancy S. Loving, DVM December 23, 2012

A double dose of the drug proved no more effective than a single dose and presented a higher toxicity risk.

Veterinarian Communication During Emergencies

Christy Corp-Minamiji, DVM December 22, 2012

Communication is always critical when practicing veterinary medicine, but can be challenging in emergencies.

Input Sought on Veterinarian Selection Survey

Speaker Coaches Veterinarians on Effective Communication (AAEP 2012)

Nancy S. Loving, DVM December 17, 2012

Dieken said If veterinarians can effectively influence their communications they’ll have clients for life.

Tennessee Piroplasmosis: 19 Horses Now Confirmed Positive

Piroplasmosis Table Topic (AAEP 2012)

Benjamin Espy, DVM, Dipl. ACT December 14, 2012

Attendees discussed several topics including the history of EP, regulatory issues, and practical topics.

AAEP Convention Brings 5,700 to Anaheim

Edited Press Release December 14, 2012

The convention drew 5,730 veterinarians, students, guests, and exhibitors to California.

AAEP 2012: The International Veterinarian

The Horse Staff December 11, 2012

German jumping team vet Jan-Heim Swagemakers, DVM, discusses why he makes the trip to the AAEP Convention each year.

Top Equine Surgery Studies of 2012 (AAEP 2012)

Erica Larson December 10, 2012

Dr. Lisa Fortier recaps studies on upper respiratory tract health, colic, lameness, and racehorse health.

AAEP 2012: Prepurchase Exams

The Horse Staff December 10, 2012

Dr. Sue Emerson shares what veterinarians discussed and learned about during the prepurchase exam table topic at the 2012 AAEP Convention in Anaheim, Calif.

AAEP 2012: Role of The Horse’s AAEP Editorial Board

The Horse Staff December 8, 2012

Washington State University’s Dr. Deb Sellon explains the editorial board’s role with The Horse and TheHorse.com at the 2012 AAEP Convention in Anaheim, Calif.