The Perils of Palpation

Madison Gohlke of Auburn University, one of our 'Foot in Mouth Disease' category winners, shared this witty piece of poetry with us!  We love your unique perspective, thank you for sharing!

The Perils of Palpation

I button up my coveralls

(My grandpa would be proud)

And walk out to the dairy barn

To meet the bovine crowd

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ASPCA Presents FREE 1-Hour RACE Approved CE Course

Has COVID-19 cancelled your CE?  Quarantine putting a damper on your conference plans?  Look no further!  Check out this FREE 1 hour RACE approved CE course by Dr. Wendy Hauser, DVM and Dr. Joy Fuhrman, DVM, MBA, CPA.  Learn about the benefits of the 'salary + merit based bonus model' from the comfort of your couch!  Thank you to Dr. Hauser, Dr. Fuhrman, and the ASPCA for sharing with our students!

'In this presentation we will outline how veterinarians are compensated and examine the history of how and why production-based compensation came to be.  We will discuss how production-based compensation structures impact hospital cultures and make recommendations on alternative compensation models that are designed to promote a culture of teamwork and collaboration while still incentivizing associate veterinarians to grow hospital revenues and profits.'

Summer 2020: COVID Edition

Thank you to Laci Taylor from Cornell University for sharing her summer experiences with us!  Even in the midst of the pandemic, she found a way to make the best of a less than optimal situation - we love hearing your stories of hard work and new experiences!

Change of Plan 

Laci Taylor ǀ Cornell University College of Veterinary Medicine ‘22

As an aspiring veterinarian interested in zoological medicine, I have tried my best to take advantage of all zoo and wildlife opportunities available to me. When I think about the kind of veterinary career I want to have, it is one where I can combine my interests in conservation, international travel and cultural immersion. For this reason, I am sure you can imagine my excitement when back in January, I was accepted to work at the Jane Goodall Institute (JGI) in Uganda for the summer of 2020.

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VIN Topic Rounds

Are you missing out on clinical rotations because of COVID-19? The VIN Student Team has you covered with Tuesday Topic Rounds.  During the month of November, join Dr. Sherri Wilson for 30 minute, case-based sessions on Endocrinology every Tuesday at 12ET. Everyone and all levels of experience are welcome. There will be time for Q&A and discussion following. The next session is Hypocalcemia in the Dog and Cat on November 10, 2020 at 12 ET.

In this rounds:

• The very short list of causes of hypocalcemia
• How to stabilize a hypocalcemic pet acutely
• How to stabilize a hypocalcemic pet chronically

REGISTER HERE FOR THE SESSION

The Veterinary Information Network (VIN) is here to help you as a vet student – especially during this worldwide pandemic. Membership is always free as a student!

Eyes and Ears

My, what big ears you have!  And those eyes! Thank you to Kyara Moran from Cornell University for sharing these cuties with us! We love seeing your photos, keep them coming!