The Savvy VetTech

Did you know portosystemic shunts are defined as "vessels that allow normal portal blood draining from the stomach, intestines, pancreas and spleen to pass directly into the systemic circulation without first passing through the liver"(Fossum and Duprey 2002).

This is a very special month to share a vet tech story with Vet Tech Appreciation coming up soon. We know you will be inspired by Catherine Holly's path in veterinary medicine. A huge thank you to Cat for sharing her story; thanks for all you do!

Eyes and Ear…O for ocular and A for auricular.

Take this quick quiz to see if you know the fracture types. Be sure to take our other quizzes!

After you have taken your zillionth x-ray for the day, do you ever worry about the radation you are exposed to in the workplace causing lasting health effects on you? Many vet techs have some type of fear about the harm that ionizing radiation could cause. It is important to ensure that you are using good technique and minimizing your risks. If you do this, your radiation exposure will be at a minimum and very unlikely to cause any harmful effects.

Did you know horses have hypsodont, or high-crowned teeth, that continue to erupt throughout their life. This is why they have to have their teeth filed, or "floated."

Test your Veterinary Drug Knowledge!  See if you can match the Trade Name with the appropriate Generic Name for these medication.  Be sure to take our other quizzes!

The VTNE is not far away for those of you taking it in the November/December testing window. What are some things you can do now to prepare yourself?