Vet Topics (Spring 2007)
Click here to download your copy of the Spring 2007 issue of Vet Topics. Here are some highlights from the Companion Animal Health Fund's news publication:
• THE ULTIMATE VARIETY SHOW: WCVM veterinary students are making the final preparations for VETAVISION 2007 — the largest veterinary exposition in Western Canada.
• MAJOR DONATION BENEFITS COMPANION ANIMAL HEALTH: WCVM's programs for companion animal-focused health care and training for veterinarians have received a major boost from the Heather Ryan and L. David Dubé Foundation.
• VETERINARY DENTISTRY RESIDENCY PROGRAM APPROVED: WCVM has received approval from the American Veterinary Dental College to offer Canada's first accredited residency program in veterinary dentistry.
• PETS AND SECOND-HAND SMOKE: A WCVM study suggests that there are measurable changes in the heart and blood vessels of dogs exposed to second-hand smoke.
• MEDICAL ONCOLOGIST JOINS WCVM: Dr. Valerie MacDonald will soon be establishing a clinical practice in veterinary medical oncology at WCVM, along with teaching and research programs in the specialized area.
• RADIATION ONCOLOGY, STEP BY STEP: Experience a morning in WCVM's radiation oncology centre through this photo essay.
• PETS: GREAT GAINS FROM NO PAIN: Highlights of two WCVM studies that investigated some questions about tramadol and fentanyl — two pain-controlling drugs used in human and companion animal health.
• CHAMPION OF PAIN CONTROL: Dr. Alex Livingston's efforts in pain control research were recently recognized by the European Association for Veterinary Pharmacology and Toxicology (EAVPT).
• CREATURE COMFORTS: Delta Saddler of Vernon, B.C., is giving back to companion animals by establishing an endowment fund for the support of canine health research at WCVM.
• PET PROJECTS: A WCVM-based study points out the benefits of quickly seeking veterinary care after your pet encounters a porcupine.
