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DVM360 MAGAZINE, Feb 1, 2013

News 'Obamacare' reaches veterinary medicine By Julie Scheidegger New equipment tax could increase cost of care, experts say. New York Life bails as AVMA health insurance underwriter GHLIT working to transition members to new plan by the time coverage runs out Dec. 31, 2013. Man arrested after threatening veterinary staff By Julie Scheidegger Distraught over the death of a cat, 68-year-old threatens to take an AK-47 to hospital. Canine patient emits toxic gas, sending veterinary staff to hospital Common commercial rodenticide thought to be cause of poisoning. Department of Education mandates changes for AVMA Council on Education By Julie Scheidegger Council has one year to comply to retain status as veterinary school accreditor. Construction on biolab at K-State should begin 'without further delay' By Julie Scheidegger Department of Homeland Security signs land transfer agreement for the high-risk veterinary research site. Pets and Vets: 438th Medical Detachment from Colorado opens veterinary clinic in Kandahar, Afghanistan Plus more animal health state by state. FTC reaches settlement with IDEXX Laboratories Manufacturer no longer permitted to maintain exclusivity agreements with all top veterinary distributors. Texas seeks to identify veterinary shortage areas for inclusion in loan repayment program Commission seeks nominations for areas in need of food animal medicine, rural private practice or public practice. Webster Veterinary Supply changes name to Patterson Webster was acquired by Patterson Companies in 2001. DVMs receive student debt repayment awards from USDA Awards average $98,000; go to veterinarians who agree to work in underserved areas. Five-minute wellness: Preventive veterinary care that lets the team take charge By Ashley Barforoush, Associate Content Specialist This veterinarian's unorthodox system thrilled employees, let doctors focus on medicine and quintupled practice revenue. Ohio State Veterinary Medical Center takes part in nationwide canine cancer study Recruitment for dogs with lymphoma is underway. Credit cards vs. third-party payment plans for veterinary care More active credit market may prompt questions from veterinary clients. University of Tennessee large animal hospital nears completion Veterinary school hopes to regain full accreditation with $20.9 million expansion. A close encounter of the veterinary kind By Julie Scheidegger No need for traditional veterinary care with treatment downloads via quantum tricorder. Ohio passes dog breeding law State can now regulate puppy mills. Equine Equine placentitis is on the rise By Ed Kane, PhD A recent increase in nocardioform placentitis serves as a good reminder for veterinarians to review the best ways to catch this infection early and how to treat it. Evaluating saddle fit analysis By Kenneth L. Marcella, DVM New developments in saddle analysis can help veterinarians determine if a horse's sore back is due to poor-fitting tack. Deaths of 19 BLM horses blamed on toxic milkweed Preliminary laboratory tests indicate that contaminated hay is the culprit. 58th annual American Association of Equine Practioners convention draws 5,700 to Anaheim, Calif. Veterinary professionals, students take advantage of CE opportunities. Small Animal Vaccine-associated sarcomas in cats By Kayla Born, DVM, DACVS Expert advice on surgical excision. Developmental orthopedic disease in large-breed puppies By Ed Kane, PhD Rapid growth can rapidly lead to skeletal abnormalities. Here's how a careful look at a pup's nutrition can help. Say goodbye to dental By Brett Beckman, DVM, FAVD, Dipl. AVDC, Dipl. AAPM Why you and your team need to adopt a new term—COHAT—to encompass all the facets of regular dental care. Featured Contributors Being friendly vs. being a friend to veterinary clients By Marc Rosenberg, VMD Clients expect you to be professional—so be careful about blurring the line. It's true: Walmart can be a veterinary practice builder By Michael H. Riegger, DVM, Dipl. ABVP Sound impossible? It's not. Embracing the $4 prescription model will benefit your veterinary practice and help you provide the best care for patients. How to figure out if you're successful—in veterinary practice or simply in life By Michael Paul, DVM Rather than going by society's rules, ask yourself one key question. Find what's lurking in your veterinary employment contract By Christopher J. Allen, DVM, JD Arm yourself with an ally when negotiating your employment terms. Top 10 ways to feel rich even when you're broke By Jeremy Campfield, DVM You can live large even when you're paying off student debt. How veterinary practice owners are like Japanese warlords By Gerald Snyder, VMD Defending your veterinary business against chaos is your paramount mission. Humor The origins of gullibility: 'Veterinary' advice abounds By Michael A. Obenski, DVM Bad pet health information has been circulating for centuries. A total upset in veterinary practice By Bo Brock, DVM Eager to show their expertise, veterinary clients help diagnose a poisoned dog. Commentary Best Blog: Veterinary drug shortages and compounding pharmacies By Laura McLain Madsen, DVM Drug unavailabity often means going "underground."