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Monday
Jul162012

App Review: Equine Techniques

Equine Techniques Equine Techniques - Veterinary Advances Ltd
Creator: Veterinary Advances, Ltd.


This app was created by Veterinary Advances, Ltd., a group directed by two equine veterinarians and based in Ireland. It has 53 techniques commonly performed in the horse, and each procedure has an 'Equipment' section listing the materials you need, a 'Notes' section with a written description of the procedure, and then a 'Photos' and 'Video' section (although not every procedure has a video associated with it). 

Sample image of the app's directory of techniques

You can check out a youtube video demonstrating the app here.
The creators of this app note that an advantage to this over a traditional textbook is that they will be adding updates with more information and more procedures in their app updates. They have already updated the app a few times since its creation.
Right now Equine Techniques is available on the iPad and the iPhone for purchase and costs $24.99

Full screen videos for some procedures
As a fourth year veterinary student on clinical rotations, I've found this app handy for my time spent with large animals. The app gives a basic overview of procedures like jugular catheterization, intubation, biopsies of various locations, and many other common diagnostic and sampling techniques. It wont have the in depth background of the anatomy and physiology for the procedure you are trying to do, but if you are looking for a quick reference to refresh your memory as a student on clinics or a beginning equine veterinarian, this app may be useful for you!

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