Bacha: Color Atlas of Veterinary Histology 3rd Edition

Designed to provide students with a foundation in understanding and interpreting histologic and cytologic preparations, Color Atlas of Veterinary Histology is a practical benchside reference focusing on the normal histology of eight common domestic species. This Third Edition has been revised with new images, information, and updated terminology throughout. Introductory chapters have also been expanded to offer more complete coverage of the basic types of tissues, providing an even more thorough grounding in the principles of histology.

For the first time, the more than 900 photomicrographs are available digitally in an interactive atlas on CD, offering images available for download with zoom capability. The new edition of this veterinary-specific histology atlas provides veterinary and veterinary technician students with an essential pictorial resource for interpreting histologic preparations.

Key Features

• Offers a practical resource for interpreting histologic and cytologic preparations.
• Designed as a benchtop guide to aid in recognizing normal tissue components.
• Covers the histology of dogs, cats, horses, cows, sheep, goats, pigs, and chickens.
• Revised with more and better photomicrographs, updated terminology, and expanded information.
• Expands on the introductory information on tissue types to provide a stronger foundation in histology.
• Includes an interactive histology atlas with zoom capability and images available for download on a companion CD.

Contents

• 1 General Principles of Histology
• 2 Epithelium
• 3 Connective Tissue Proper and Embryonic Connective Tissue
• 4 Cartilage
• 5 Bone Tissue
• 6 Blood
• 7 Bone Marrow
• 8 Muscle Tissue
• 9 Nervous System
• 10 Cardiovascular System
• 11 Lymphatic System
• 12 Integument
• 13 Digestive System
• 14 Urinary System
• 15 Respiratory System
• 16 Endocrine System
• 17 Male Reproductive System
• 18 Female Reproductive System
• 19 The Eye
• 20 The Ear
• Glossary
• Bibliography
• Index

Praise for Color Atlas of Veterinary Histology 3rd Edition

• “The text would be helpful to students studying veterinary histology and as a reference for both veterinarians in practice and veterinary pathologists.” (Australian Veterinary Journal, 1 April 2013)
• "The revisions provide the latest information while a DVD with an interactive histology atlas offers zoom capability and more study review questions, making this a 'must' for any college-level collection appealing to veterinary students." (Bookwatch, 1 December 2012)
• “The great photographs in this book make it attractive, and draw the reader in to explore the attached text explaining the ways that the different types of tissue contribute to a working anatomy.” (Veterinary Practice, 1 November 2012)

About the Authors

• William J. Bacha, Jr., PhD, is Professor Emeritus in the Department of Biology, Camden College of Arts and Sciences, Rutgers University, Camden, New Jersey.
• Linda M. Bacha, VMD, is Assistant Professor I of Biology in the Department of Biology, Camden County College, Blackwood, New Jersey.

Book Details

• Hardcover: 356 pages
• Publisher: Wiley-Blackwell; 3 edition (©2012)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0470958510
• ISBN-13: 978-0470958513
• Product Dimensions: 8.9 x 0.9 x 11.1 inches
• List price: $104.99

Thrall: Veterinary Hematology & Clinical Chemistry 2nd Edition

Veterinary Hematology and Clinical Chemistry, Second Edition is a well-illustrated, user-friendly reference on veterinary laboratory diagnostic techniques and interpretation. Covering both hematology and chemistry for a wide range of species, including birds, reptiles, amphibians, and fish, the book provides an overview of these critical veterinary skills. This Second Edition includes many revisions and additions, including new chapters on molecular diagnostics of hematologic malignancies and lipid pathology, updates to reflect advances in diagnostic instrumentation and capabilities, significant revisions to the data interpretation chapter to provide introductory guidance, and current information on immunodiagnostics and laboratory diagnostics of renal, endocrine, and calcium metabolic pathologies.

Beginning with the basic principles of laboratory testing and diagnosis, the book moves into in-depth information on hematology and chemistry of common domestic and non-domestic species. Clinical case presentations, supplying case data and offering narrative discussions to promote skills, have been expanded and incorporated into the body of the book. Packed with useful information for veterinary students, technicians, pathologists, and researchers, Veterinary Hematology and Clinical Chemistry is an essential addition to any veterinary library.

Key Features

• Clear, concise guide to veterinary laboratory diagnostic techniques and interpretation.
• Covers hematology and chemistry for a wide range of species, including valuable information on birds, reptiles, amphibians, and fish.
• Encompasses both basic principles and more in-depth explanations of laboratory testing and diagnosis.
• Adds new chapters on molecular diagnostics of hematologic malignancies and lipid pathology, as well as revised information throughout to reflect advances in the field.
• Offers 74 case studies to promote skills in laboratory data interpretation and diagnosis.
• Includes access to a companion website offering review questions, clinical cases, and the figures.

Contents

Section I General Principles of Laboratory Testing and Diagnosis

• 1 Laboratory Technology for Veterinary Medicine
• 2 Sample Collection, Processing, and Analysis of Laboratory Service Options
• 3 Perspectives in Laboratory Data Interpretation and Disease Diagnosis
• 4 Immunodiagnostics: Current Use and Future Trends in Veterinary Medicine

Section II Hematology of Common Domestic Species

• 5 Erythrocyte Morphology
• 6 Classification of and Diagnostic Approach to Anemia
• 7 Nonregenerative Anemia
• 8 Regenerative Anemia
• 9 Classification of and Diagnostic Approach to Polycythemia
• 10 Introduction to Leukocytes and the Leukogram
• 11 Neutrophil Production, Trafficking, and Kinetics
• 12 Interpretation of Leukocyte Responses in Disease
• 13 Molecular Diagnostics of Hematologic Malignancies
• 14 Laboratory Evaluation of Bone Marrow
• 15 Lymphoproliferative Disorders and Myeloid Neoplasms
• 16 Diagnosis of Disorders of Hemostasis
• 17 Principles of Blood Transfusion and Crossmatching

Section III Hematology of Common Nondomestic Mammals, Birds, Reptiles, Fish, and Amphibians

• 18 Mammalian Hematology: Laboratory Animals and Miscellaneous Species
• 19 Hematology of Birds
• 20 Hematology of Reptiles
• 21 Hematology of Fish
• 22 Hematology of Amphibians

Section IV Clinical Chemistry of Common Domestic Species

• 23 Laboratory Evaluation and Interpretation of the Urinary System
• 24 Laboratory Evaluation of Electrolytes
• 25 Laboratory Evaluation of Acid-Base Disorders
• 26 Laboratory Evaluation of the Liver
• 27 Laboratory Evaluation of the Pancreas and Glucose Metabolism
• 28 Laboratory Evaluation of Digestion and Intestinal Absorption
• 29 Laboratory Evaluation of Plasma and Serum Proteins
• 30 Laboratory Detection of Muscle Injury
• 31 Laboratory Evaluation of Lipids
• 32 Laboratory Evaluation of the Thyroid, Adrenal, and Pituitary Glands
• 33 Parathyroid Glands and Calcium and Phosphorus Metabolic Pathology

Section V Clinical Chemistry of Common Nondomestic Mammals, Birds, Reptiles, Fish, and Amphibians

• 34 Chemical Chemistry of Mammals: Laboratory Animals and Miscellaneous Species
• 35 Clinical Chemistry of Birds
• 36 Clinical Chemistry of Reptiles
• 37 Clinical Chemistry of Fish and Amphibians

Section VI Clinical Case Presentations

• This section includes 74 cases with clinicopathologic data accompanied by an interpretive discussion and diagnostic summary.
• Index
• Extra PowerPoint presentations

Praise for Veterinary Hematology & Clinical Chemistry 2nd Edition

• “The second edition certainly fulfils its stated objective and is a valuable resource for its targeted audience. It will also prove be benefit for clinical pathology residents and specialists who deal with nondomestic and exotic species.” (Journal of the American Veterinary Medical Association, 15 March 2013)

About the Authors

• Mary Anna Thrall, DVM, MS, DACVP, is a Professor and Section Chief, Department of Pathobiology at Ross University School of Veterinary Medicine in Basseterre, St. Kitts, West Indies.
• Glade Weiser, DVM, DACVP, is a Professor, Special Appointment, in the Department of Microbiology, Immunology and Pathology, College of Veterinary Medicine & Biomedical Sciences at Colorado State University in Fort Collins, Colorado.
• Robin W. Allison, DVM, PhD, Dipl ACVP, is an Associate Professor in the Department of Veterinary Pathobiology, Center for Veterinary Health Sciences at Oklahoma State University in Stillwater, Oklahoma.
• Terry W. Campbell, DVM, PhD is a Professor in the Department of Clinical Sciences at Colorado State University in Fort Collins, Colorado.

Book Details

• Hardcover: 776 pages
• Publisher: Wiley-Blackwell; 2 edition (©2012)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0813810272
• ISBN-13: 978-0813810270
• Product Dimensions: 8.8 x 1.3 x 11.1 inches
• List price: $99.99

Grimm: Essentials of Small Animal Anesthesia & Analgesia 2nd Edition

Essentials of Small Animal Anesthesia and Analgesia, Second Edition presents the fundamentals of managing small animal anesthesia patients in a clinically relevant, accessible manual. The bulk of the book is distilled from Lumb and Jones' Veterinary Anesthesia and Analgesia to provide authoritative information in a quick-reference format, with references to Lumb and Jones' throughout for easy access to further detail. Logically reorganized with an easy-to-use structure and an increased focus on pain management, this new edition features new chapters on equipment and managing specific conditions.

The Second Edition has been updated to reflect current practices in anesthesia and analgesia, and a new companion website offers review questions and answers, video clips, and an image bank with additional figures not found in the printed book. Essentials of Small Animal Anesthesia and Analgesia, Second Edition provides veterinary care providers and students with key information on anesthetic and analgesic pharmacology, physiology, patient assessment, and clinical case management.

Key Features

• Practical, user-friendly distillation of Lumb and Jones’ Veterinary Anesthesia and Analgesia.
• Combines the authority of Lumb and Jones’ with the accessibility of a quick-reference manual.
• Allows readers to easily delve deeper into the subject matter by referencing information to Lumb and Jones’.
• Offers new chapters on equipment and management of patients with specific conditions.
• Fully revised throughout, with updated chapters and an increased focus on pain management.
• Includes access to a companion website with review questions, videos, and an image bank.

New to this edition

• The book has been restructured from the previous edition, with many chapters reworked.
• The first-edition chapter on anesthesia management of patients with disease has been replaced by seven new chapters on anesthesia for patients with specific disease written specifically for this book.
• Offers an increased focus on pain management.
• The first edition was presented entirely in outline format, but the second is written in a narrative (but still accessible) format.
• Now includes a companion website with review questions and answers; additional figures and video from the authors’ (very well known) Made Easy book with Teton New Media may also be included.
• New editors Kurt Grimm and Leigh Lamont
• Information on non-mammal exotics has been removed since these are significantly different and the previous edition coverage didn’t do them justice
• Information on euthanasia has been removed (in line with Lumb and Jones) because this is too complex of a subject for a single chapter

Contents

• 1 Patient evaluation and risk management
• 2 Anesthetic physiology and pharmacology
• 3 Pain physiology, pharmacology, and management
• 4 Chronic pain management
• 5 Anesthesia equipment
• 6 Patient monitoring
• 7 Acid–base balance and fl uid therapy
• 8 Anesthesia management of dogs and cats
• 9 Anesthesia and immobilization of small mammals
• 10 Local anesthetics and regional analgesic techniques
• 11 Anesthesia for patients with cardiovascular disease
• 12 Anesthesia for patients with respiratory disease and/or airway compromise
• 13 Anesthesia for patients with neurological disease
• 14 Anesthesia for small animal patients with renal disease
• 15 Anesthesia for patients with liver disease
• 16 Anesthesia for patients with gastrointestinal disease
• 17 Anesthesia for patients with endocrine disorders
• 18 Anesthetic considerations for special procedures
• 19 Anesthetic emergencies and accidents
• Index

Praise for This Edition

• "All in all, it's a nice little textbook that I expect will look as well thumbed as the BSAVA's drug formulary within a few months." (Veterinary Record, 20 November 2011)

About the Authors

• Kurt A. Grimm, DVM, MS, PhD, DACVA, DACVCP, is the Founder of Veterinary Specialist Services, Conifer, Colorado.
• William J. Tranquilli, DVM, MS, DACVA, is a Professor Emeritus at the University of Illinois College of Veterinary Medicine and the President of Veterinary Outdoor Recreation and Continuing Education (VORCE) Inc.
• Leigh A. Lamont, DVM, MS, DACVA, is an Associate Professor of Anesthesiology at the Atlantic Veterinary College, University of Prince Edward Island.

Book Details

• Paperback: 584 pages
• Publisher: Wiley-Blackwell; 2 edition (©2011)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0813812364
• ISBN-13: 978-0813812366
• Product Dimensions: 1 x 6.9 x 9.7 inches
• List price: $72.99

Adams & Stashak's Lameness in Horses 6th Edition

The Sixth Edition of Adams and Stashak’s Lameness in Horses builds on the book’s reputation as the classic gold-standard reference on equine lameness. Now in full color, the text has been fully revised and streamlined to improve user-friendliness, with a new, simplified format and a stronger emphasis on the diagnosis and management of lameness. A valuable supplementary DVD provides a complete guide to diagnosing lameness, offering additional anatomical images; video clips demonstrating key procedures such as physical examination, flexion tests, perineural and intrasynovial anesthesia; and examples of lameness conditions in motion.

The Sixth Edition presents new or significantly rewritten chapters on the axial skeleton, principles of musculoskeletal disease, principles of therapy for lameness, occupation-related lameness conditions, and lameness in the young horse. The diagnostic procedures chapter has also been significantly expanded to reflect advances in this important area. Adams and Stashak’s Lameness in Horses, Sixth Edition is an essential addition to any equine practitioner’s bookshelf.

Key Features

• Fully revised new edition of the classic text on equine lameness.
• Presented with a simplified format and reduced repetition to improve ease of use.
• Focused more strongly on lameness and diagnostics.
• Offers six new or significantly revamped chapters and an expanded diagnostic procedures chapter.
• Includes a DVD with practical supplements, including additional anatomical images, video clips demonstrating key procedures such as intrasynovial injections, and examples of conditions in motion.
• Now in full color, with an attractive two-color text design.

Contents

• 1. Functional Anatomy of the Equine Musculoskeletal System
• 2. Conformation and Movement 
• 3. Examination for Lameness.
• History, Visual Exam, Palpation, and Manipulation 
• Evaluation of Horses at Work
• Objective Assessment of Lameness
• Kinematics/Kinetics
• Perineural and Intrasynovial Anesthesia
• Equine Diagnostic Acupuncture Examination (DAPE)
• 4. Diagnostic Procedures.
• Radiology
• Ultrasound
• Nuclear Medicine 
• Magnetic Resonance Imaging
• Computed Tomography 
• Arthroscopy/Endoscopy/Bursoscopy 
• Thermography 
• 5. Lameness in the Extremities.
• The Foot 
• The Pastern 
• The Fetlock 
• The Metacarpus and Metatarsus 
• The Carpus 
• The Antebrachium, Elbow, and Humerus 
• The Shoulder and Scapula
• The Tarsus and Tibia 
• The Stifle
• The Femur and Coxofemoral Joint 
• 6. Lameness Associated with the Axial Skeleton 
• 7. Principles of Musculoskeletal Disease.
• Joint Injuries and Disease and Osteoarthritis 
• Bone Injuries and Disease 
• Tendon and Ligament Injuries and Disease 
• Muscle Injuries and Disease 
• 8. Principles of Therapy for Lameness.
• Systemic/Parenteral 
• Topical/Local 
• Intrasynovial 
• Intralesional 
• Oral/Nutritional 
• Therapeutic Trimming and Shoeing 
• Surgical 
• Acupuncture Treatment of Lameness and Back Pain 
• Manual Th erapy Techniques 
• Rehabilitation/Physical Therapy 
• 9. Occupation-related Lameness Conditions.
• The Thoroughbred Racehorse 
• The Standardbred Racehorse 
• The Racing Quarter Horse
• The Endurance Horse 
• Show/Pleasure Horses 
• The Western Performance Horse 
• Jumping/Eventing/Dressage Horses 
• The Draft Horse 
• 10. Miscellaneous Musculoskeletal Conditions.
• Guidelines for Prepurchase Examination 
• The Poorly Performing Horse
• Headshaking and Bit-related Problems
• Stance and Gait Abnormalities Caused by Neurological Disease
• Evaluation of Proper Saddle Fit 
• Prevention and Treatment of Musculoskeletal Infections 
• 11. Lameness in the Young Horse.
• The Physis/Physeal Fractures 
• Epiphysitis/Physitis/Physeal Dysplasia
• Incomplete Cuboidal Bone Ossification/Juvenile Spavin
• Angular Limb Deformities (ALDs) 
• Flexural Deformities
• Osteochondrosis
• Lameness in Foals 
• Cervical Stenotic Myelopathy (Wobbler Syndrome)
• 12. Foot Care and Farriery.
• Basic Foot Care 
• Principles of Trimming and Shoeing 
• Farriery for Common Hoof Problems 
• Natural Balance Trimming and Shoeing 
• Index.

Praise for Adams & Stashak's Lameness in Horses 6th Edition

• "This excellent text has developed well from the previous editions. It is, I suggest, without doubt still an essential addition to the bookcase of any practice that does a significant amount of equine work." (Veterinary Practice, 1 November 2011)
• "The comprehensiveness of this work is little short of phenomenal. It is focused, extensively illustrated and would surely have no challengers to the title as the bible on equine lameness . . . Adams and Stashak have much to be proud of in this book, as does editor Baxter for his substantial input. " (Horsetalk , 23 June 2011)
• "This book remains a key text for equine clinicians, with particular strengths being the descriptive anatomy, summaries of diagnostic imaging techniques and the clarity of the diagnostic techniques presented, both in the text and on the DVD." (Equine Veterinary Education, May 2011)
• "The latest version of this classic not only has updated content, but includes many colour photographs and illustrations as well as an accompanying DVD. The latter is an excellent 'how to...' guide to equine lameness investigation, with excellent sections on perineural and intrasynovial injection techniques, which, in my opinion, is worth half the purchase price all by itself... this book remains an asset to all those with an interest in equine lameness." (Veterinary Record, April 2011)

About the Authors

• Gary M. Baxter, VMD, MS, is a Professor in the Department of Clinical Sciences at Colorado State University in Fort Collins, Colorado.

Book Details

• Hardcover: 1272 pages
• Publisher: Wiley-Blackwell; 6 edition (©2011)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0813815495
• ISBN-13: 978-0813815497
• Product Dimensions: 9.2 x 2.4 x 11.2 inches
• List price: $192.99

Xie's Chinese Veterinary Herbology

Xie's Chinese Veterinary Herbology serves as a practical guide to the theory and application of Chinese Herbal Medicine into veterinary practices. Divided into three parts, the book covers herbal materia medica used in treating various disorders and diseases, herbal formulas, and the clinical application of treatments. The book also outlines each herb's history, the formulation of herbal recipes, energetic actions, indications and contraindications of each formula, dosages, and clinical and pharmacological studies performed with herbal treatments. This text serves as an invaluable reference to veterinarians looking to expand treatment options.

Key Features

• Authored by veterinarians with vast experience using Chinese Herbal treatments.
• Provides over 200 herbal formulas to be used in clinical setting.
• Presents information on clinical and pharmacological studies carried out on herbal treatment.
• Includes a section on implementing herbal treatments into the clinical setting.

Contents

Part One Chinese Veterinary Materia Medica

• Introduction to Chinese Herbal Medicine
• Chapter 1 Herbs to Tonify Deficiency
• Chapter 2 Herbs to Release the Exterior
• Chapter 3 Herbs to Transform Phlegm and Relieve Cough and Asthma
• Chapter 4 Herbs to Clear Heat
• Chapter 5 Purgative Herbs
• Chapter 6 Herbs to Warm the Interior
• Chapter 7 Herbs to Dispel Damp
• Chapter 8 Herbs to Regulate (Stagnant) Qi
• Chapter 9 Herbs to Relieve Food Stagnation
• Chapter 10 Herbs to Stop Bleeding
• Chapter 11 Herbs to Invigorate Blood and Break Blood Stasis
• Chapter 12 Herbs to Calm Shen
• Chapter 13 Herbs to Pacify the Liver and Extinguish Endogenous Wind
• Chapter 14 Herbs to Stabilize and Bind (Astringents)
• Chapter 15 Herbs to Open Orifices (Senses)
• Chapter 16 Herbs to Expel Parasites
• Chapter 17 Herbs for Topical Application

Part Two Chinese Veterinary Herbal Formulation

• Chapter 18 Herbal Formulas to Tonify Deficiency
• Chapter 19 Herbal Formulas to Release the Exterior
• Chapter 20 Herbal Formulas to Transform Phlegm and to Relieve Cough & Asthma
• Chapter 21 Herbal Formulas to Clear Heat
• Chapter 22 Herbal Formulas to Warm the Interior
• Chapter 23 Herbal Formulas to Eliminate Dampness
• Chapter 24 Herbal Formulas to Regulate Stagnation
• Chapter 25 Herbal Formulas to Relieve Food Stagnation
• Chapter 26 Herbal Formulas to Stop Bleeding
• Chapter 27 Herbal Formulas to Invigorate Blood and Break Blood Stasis
• Chapter 28 Herbal Formulas to Stabilize and Bind (Astringents)
• Chapter 29 Herbal Formulas to Calm Shen
• Chapter 30 Herbal Formulas to Open Orifices (Senses)
• Chapter 31 Herbal Formulas to Expel Wind
• Chapter 32 Purgative Herbal Formulas
• Chapter 33 Herbal Formulas to Expel Parasites
• Chapter 34 Herbal Formulas for External Application

Part 3 Clinical Application of Chinese Veterinary Herbology

• Chapter 35 How to Integrate Chinese Herbal Medicine into Veterinary Practice
• Chapter 36 Clinical Application of Chinese Herbal Medicine for Companion Animals
• Chapter 37 Clinical Application of Chinese Herbal Medicine for Horses 
• Appendices 
• Index.

Praise for Xie's Chinese Veterinary Herbology

• “While there is room for more information in future editions, this text provides a solid foundation as the first of its kind to be published in the United States and will become a much-referenced text for years to come.” (Herbal Gram, 1 May 2012)
• "Xie’s Chinese Veterinary Herbology provides a succinct and appropriate resource for veterinarians in small animal or equine practice who have an interest in expanding the services they offer to clients. The author’s extensive background in teaching students at all levels allows him to guide readers and provide a rapid understanding of the process of diagnosis and a comfortable level for prescription of Chinese veterinary herbal formulas. This book will become an invaluable addition to the library of every growing veterinary practice in the United States. I encourage even beginning-level students of TCVM to seriously contemplate investing in this reasonably priced and expansive text, which I predict will quickly become the modern Plumb's Veterinary Drug Handbook of TCVM herbs in the veterinary world." (Journal of the American Veterinary Medical Association, December 2010)

About the Authors

• Huisheng Xie received his DVM at the Sichuan College of Animal Science and Veterinary Medicine in Sichuan, China. He was an assistant and staff veterinarian in the College of Veterinary Medicine of the Beijing Agricultural University. After receiving his master of veterinary science in veterinary acupuncture, he was assistant and associate professor in the Beijing Agricultural University College of Veterinary Medicine. He received advanced training in human acupuncture at the Beijing College of Traditional Chinese Medicine and the National Academy of Traditional Chinese Medicine, and later earned his PhD from the University of Florida for investigation of the mechanisms of pain control in horses using acupuncture. Currently, he is clinical assistant professor and director of the acupuncture internship training program in the College of Veterinary Medicine at the University of Florida. Dr. Xie is founder of the Chi Institute in Reddick, Florida, which trains veterinarians in Chinese acupuncture and herbal medicine (www.tcvm.com). He has received achievement awards from the Ministry of Agriculture, the National Science and Technology Committee, the Beijing Agricultural University, Nihon University (Japan), University of Mexico (Mexico), and China National Society of TCVM. He speaks internationally on veterinary acupuncture and herbal medicine, and is the author of numerous books and papers. His textbooks include Traditional Chinese Veterinary Medicine and Traditional Chinese Veterinary Medicine, Volume 1, Fundamental Principles.
• Vanessa Preast received her DVM from the University of Florida in 2000. As a graduate of the Chi Institute, she became certified in small animal acupuncture. She incorporated acupuncture into her practice of small animal medicine and surgery. Currently, she is a doctoral student in teaching and learning. She coauthored and edited Traditional Chinese Veterinary Medicine and Traditional Chinese Veterinary Medicine, Volume 1, Fundamental Principles.

Book Details

• Hardcover: 632 pages
• Publisher: Wiley-Blackwell; 1 edition (©2010)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0813803691
• ISBN-13: 978-0813803692
• Product Dimensions: 1.3 x 8.8 x 10.9 inches
• List price: $149.99

Prendergast: Front Office Management for the Veterinary Team

The only book of its kind, Front Office Management for the Veterinary Team focuses on the day-to-day duties of the veterinary team. It offers a complete guide to scheduling appointments, billing and accounting, communicating effectively and compassionately with clients, managing medical records, budgeting, marketing your practice, managing inventory, using outside diagnostic laboratory services, and much more. Written by Heather Prendergast, RVT, CVPM, this manual simplifies essential tasks with step-by-step instructions!

Key Features

• Exercises on the Evolve website offer additional practice with front office tasks.
• Interactive working forms give you experience completing sample checks, deposit slips, patient history forms, and incident reports.
• The latest information on electronic banking and tax forms ensures that you adhere to the most current financial guidelines.
• What Would You Do/Not Do boxes provide scenarios to expose you to real-life situations that occur in veterinary practice and guide you through to an appropriate resolution.
• Review questions test your understanding of concepts presented in each chapter.
• Practice Point boxes highlight practical information to remember while on the job.
• Veterinary Practice and the Law boxes provide essential information about laws that you must know in order to run an ethical practice and to protect the practice.
• Key terms and learning objectives guide you through study of the most important content.

Contents

Part I: Veterinary Practice as a Business

• 1. Veterinary HealthCare Team Members
• 2. The Receptionist Team
• 3. Team Management
• 4. Veterinary Ethics and Legal Issues
• 5. Human Resources
• 6. Stress and Burnout
• 7. Practice Design
• 8. Technology in the Office
• 9. Outside Diagnostic Laboratory Services
• 11. Marketing

Part II: Communication Management

• 11. Client Communications
• 12. Interacting with a Grieving Client

Part III: Veterinary Practice Systems

• 13. Appointment Management Systems
• 14. Medical Records Management
• 15. Inventory Management
• 16. Controlled Substances
• 17. Logs
• 18. Accounts Receivable
• 19. Pet Health Insurance
• 20. Preparing and Maintaining a Budget
• 21. Occupational Hazards and Safety Issues
• 22. Security

Part IV: Clinical Assisting in the Veterinary Practice

• 23. Clinical Assisting
• 24. Calculations and Conversions
• 25. Professional Development

About the Authors

• Heather Prendergast, BS, AS, RVT, CVPM, Certified Practice Manager, Jornada Veterinary Clinic, Las Cruces, New Mexico.

Book Details

• Paperback: 488 pages
• Publisher: Saunders; 1 Pap/Psc edition (©2011)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1437704468
• ISBN-13: 978-1437704464
• Product Dimensions: 8.5 x 0.7 x 10.9 inches
• List price: $60.53

Mosby: Spanish Terminology for the Veterinary Team

This convenient pocket guide is designed to help the entire veterinary team — veterinarians, veterinary technicians, assistants, and office staff — communicate more effectively with Spanish-speaking clients. It provides key Spanish grammar and pronunciation guidelines so users can formulate explanations, instructions, and questions in Spanish.

Key Features

• Organized by how a practitioner interacts with a patient, following a logical order from the initial greeting, to taking the patient's history, positioning the patient for an examination, and then performing any kind of procedure.
• Details key vocabulary and phrases for front office exchanges between clients and staff.
• Terminology covers a variety of topics that are essential to effective communication in the veterinary office, related to both procedures and administration.
• Includes several different ways to ask the same question so users will be able to select the expressions that they like best and find easiest to remember.

Contents

• Instructions to the User
• 1. Grammar
• 2. The Waiting Room
• 3. Patient History
• 4. Anesthesia
• 5. Bone and Joint Disorders
• 6. Cancer
• 7. Dentistry
• 8. Emergency and Critical Care Medicine
• 9. Equine
• 10. Euthanasia
• 11. Exotic Pets
• Birds
• Ferrets
• Guinea Pigs
• Rabbits
• 12. Internal Medicine
• 13. Large Animal
• 14. Neurologic Disorders
• 15. Ophthalmology
• 16. Pharmacology
• 17. Preventive Health
• 18. Radiology
• 19. Referring the Client to Another Veterinarian
• 20. Reporting Results to the Client
• 21. Skin and Ear Disorders
• 22. Surgery
• 23. Instructions for Home Care
• 24. Patient Information Form
• Appendix
• Index

Book Details

• Paperback: 640 pages
• Publisher: Mosby; 1 edition (©2006)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0323025633
• ISBN-13: 978-0323025638
• Product Dimensions: 4.6 x 0.9 x 7.6 inches
• List Price: $38.95

McCracken: Color Atlas of Small Animal Anatomy: The Essentials

This new resource provides a basic foundation in small animal anatomy for students of veterinary medicine, animal science, and veterinary technology. Extraordinary accuracy and beautiful original artwork make this a truly unique learning tool that includes the anatomy of all organ systems in the dog, cat, rabbit, rat, and guinea pig - all described in a consistent manner.

Learning features include: carefully selected labeling helps students learn and remember structures and relationships; male and female of species are depicted on facing pages so topographic anatomy can be compared; structures common to various animals are labeled several times, whereas unique structures are labeled on one or two species so students can make rapid distinctions of the structures peculiar to certain animals; and an introduction that provides readers with a background in nomenclature and anatomic orientation so they can benefit from the atlas even if they lack training in anatomy.

The Atlas depicts topographic relationships of major organs in a simple, yet technically accurate presentation that's free from extraneous material so that those using the atlas can concentrate on the essential aspects of anatomy. It will be an invaluable resource for veterinary students, teachers and practitioners alike.

Key Features

• Carefully selected labeling helps students learn and remember structures and relationships.
• Male and female of species are depicted on facing pages so topographic anatomy can be compared.
• Structures common to various animals are labeled several times, whereas unique structures are labeled on one or two species so students can make rapid distinctions of the structures peculiar to certain animals.

Contents

Section 1. The Dog.

• Plate 1.1 Lateral view of the dog (Beagle).
• Plate 1.2 Lateral view of the bitch (Retriever).
• Plate 1.3 Body regions.
• Plate 1.4 Skeleton.
• Plate 1.5 Cutaneous muscles and major fasciae the dog.
• Plate 1.6 Superficial muscles of the bitch.
• Plate 1.7 Deep muscles of the dog.
• Plate 1.8 Deep cervical muscles, major joints, and in situ viscera of the bitch.
• Plate 1.9 Paraxial view of the third digit.
• Plate 1.10 Palmar views of the major structures of the forepaw; plantar view of the major structures of the hidpaw.
• Plate 1.11 Median section of the head, and dentition.
• Plate 1.12 The eye and accessory ocular structures.
• Plate 1.13 The nose.
• Plate 1.14 The ear.
• Plate 1.15 Mouth and tongue and esophagus.
• Plate 1.16 Ventral view of the abdomen and its structures.
• Plate 1.17 Large intestine, anus and anal sacs.
• Plate 1.18 Body cavities and serous membranes.
• Plate 1.19 Thoracic, abdominal and pelvic viscera related to the skeleton of the dog.
• Plate 1.20 Thoracic, abdominal and pelvic viscera, and mammary glands of the bitch.
• Plate 1.21 Hip joint.
• Plate 1.22 Location of major endocrine organs.
• Plate 1.23 Relations of the reproductive organs of the dog.
• Plate 1.24 Relations of the reproductive organs of the bitch.
• Plate 1.25 Major veins.
• Plate 1.26 Major arteries.
• Plate 1.27 Lymph nodes and vessels.
• Plate 1.28 Central and somatic nervous system.
• Plate 1.29 Autonomic nervous system.
• Plate 1.30 Brain, dorsal, ventral and lateral views.

Section 2. The Cat.

• Plate 2.1 Lateral view of the male cat (Moggie-nonpedigree).
• Plate 2.2 Lateral view of the female cat (Persian).
• Plate 2.3 Endocrine organs and lymph nodes.
• Plate 2.4 Skeleton.
• Plate 2.5 Cutaneous muscles and major fasciae of the male.
• Plate 2.6 Superficial muscles of the female.
• Plate 2.7 Middle muscles and in situ viscera of the male.
• Plate 2.8 Deep muscles and in situ viscera of the female.
• Plate 2.9 Median section of the head, and dentition.
• Plate 2.10 Oral cavity, tongue, pharynx and esophagus.
• Plate 2.11 The external, middle, and inter ear.
• Plate 2.12 The eye and accessory ocular structures.
• Plate 2.13 Isolated stomach and intestines.
• Plate 2.14 Large intestine, anus and anal sacs.
• Plate 2.15 Superficial and deep structures of the paw (foot) lateral view.
• Plate 2.16 Plantar views of the major structures of forepaw and hindpaw.
• Plate 2.17 Thoracic, abdominal and pelvic viscera related to the skeleton of the male.
• Plate 2.18 Thoracic, abdominal and pelvic viscera, related to the skeleton of the female.
• Plate 2.19 Relations of the reproductive organs of the male.
• Plate 2.20 Relations of the reproductive organs of the female.
• Plate 2.21 Major veins.
• Plate 2.22 Major arteries.
• Plate 2.23 Central and peripheral nervous system.
• Plate 2.24 Brain, dorsal, ventral and lateral views.

Section 3. The Rabbit.

• Plate 3.1 Lateral view.
• Plate 3.2 Body regions.
• Plate 3.3 Skeleton.
• Plate 3.4 Endocrine organs and lymph nodes.
• Plate 3.5 Superficial muscles of the male.
• Plate 3.6 Deep muscles of the female.
• Plate 3.7 Median section of the rabbit’s head and dentition.
• Plate 3.8 Oral cavity, tongue, pharynx and esophagus.
• Plate 3.9 Thoracic, abdominal and pelvic viscera (in situ) of the male.
• Plate 3.10 Thoracic, abdominal and pelvic viscera (in situ) of the female.
• Plate 3.11 Relations of the reproductive organs of the male.
• Plate 3.12 Relations of the reproductive organs of the female.
• Plate 3.13 Central and peripheral nervous system.
• Plate 3.14 Brain, dorsal, ventral, and lateral views.

Section 4. The Rat.

• Plate 4.1 Lateral view.
• Plate 4.2 Skeleton of the rat.
• Plate 4.3 Superficial muscles of the male.
• Plate 4.4 Deep and middle muscles of the female.
• Plate 4.5 Median section of the head and dentition.
• Plate 4.6 Ventral view of abdominal structures (in situ) and diagram of digestive system.
• Plate 4.7 Thoracic, abdominal and pelvic viscera related to the skeleton of the male.
• Plate 4.8 Thoracic, abdominal and pelvic viscera, related to the skeleton of the female.
• Plate 4.9 Relations of the reproductive organs of the male.
• Plate 4.10 Relations of the reproductive organs of the female.
• Plate 4.11 Spinal nerves.
• Plate 4.12 Autonomic nerves.
• Plate 4.13 Brain, dorsal, ventral, and lateral views.
• Plate 4.14 Brian, sagittal section, and detail of midbrain.

Section 5. The Guinea Pig.

• Plate 5.1 Lateral view.
• Plate 5.2 Skeleton.
• Plate 5.3 Superficial muscles of the male.
• Plate 5.4 Deep and middle muscles of the female.
• Plate 5.5 Median section of the head and dentition.
• Plate 5.6 Ventral view of abdominal structures (in situ) and diagram of digestive system.
• Plate 5.7 Thoracic, abdominal and pelvic viscera related to the skeleton of the male.
• Plate 5.8 Thoracic, abdominal and pelvic viscera, and mammary glands of the female.
• Plate 5.9 Relations of the reproductive organs of the male.
• Plate 5.10 Relations of the reproductive organs of the female.
• Plate 5.11 Central and peripheral nervous system.
• Plate 5.12 Brain dorsal, ventral, and lateral views

Praise for Color Atlas of Small Animal Anatomy: The Essentials

• "This book will be an invaluable resource for veterinary students, teachers, and practitioners alike as it manages to present information in a manner that is easy to understand by almost any reader". (Mammalia, 2010)
• "This atlas fills the gap between... highly detailed references and oversimplified anatomic descriptions. The authors have achieved their objectives by providing accurate descriptions of the most pertinent anatomy while avoiding excessive detail... it manages to present information in a fashion that is easy to understand by almost any reader. Veterinary students will appreciate the comparative nature of the book, with the range of species presented. Professionals with more advanced knowledge will find the atlas useful in explaining anatomy to laypersons, clients, and students." - Doody's Reviews, June 2009
• “The Color Atlas of Small Animal Anatomy: The Essentials beautifully depicts the topographic anatomy of organ systems in dogs, cats, rabbits, rats, and guinea pigs.... The atlas is an invaluable source of accurate basic anatomic illustrations for veterinary medical students, practitioners, and educators and contains reasonable details to be of use for laboratory animal researchers.” - Journal of the American Veterinary Medical Association
• "I would recommend this book for any clinic or hospital and suggest that your technicians and staff will use it often." - Veterinary Information Network

About the Authors

• Thomas O. McCracken, MS, is Professor of Anatomy & Physiology at Robert Ross International University of Nursing (IUON) in Basseterre, St Kitts, West Indies; and Former Associate Professor of Anatomy at the College of Veterinary Medicine and Biomedical Sciences, Colorado State University.
• Robert A. Kainer, DVM, MS, is Professor Emeritus of Anatomy at the College of Veterinary Medicine and Biomedical Sciences, Colorado State University, Fort Collins, Colorado.

Book Details

• Paperback: 160 pages
• Publisher: Wiley-Blackwell; Revised Edition (©2009)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0813816084
• ISBN-13: 978-0813816081
• Product Dimensions: 9 x 0.4 x 12 inches
• List price: $75.99

Moore: Clinical Manual of Small Animal Endosurgery

A practical and comprehensive guide to rigid endoscopy and endosurgery in small animal practice. Fully illustrated throughout, it covers the clinical treatment of small animals from pre-operative through to post-operative care. With reference to specific procedures, this manual includes guidance on the selection of equipment, surgical techniques, anaesthesia and possible complications. A specialist chapter advising on the treatment of birds, reptiles and small mammals is also included.

Clinical Manual of Small Animal Endosurgery will enable veterinarians to develop and improve their endoscopic techniques in clinical practice, as well as providing guidance on referral options for more complex cases. 

Contents

• 1 Rigid Endoscopy
• 2 Diagnostic Arthroscopy
• 3 Operative Arthroscopy
• 4 Diagnostic Laparoscopy
• 5 Operative Laparoscopy
• 6 Thoracoscopy
• 7 Urethrocystoscopy and the Female Reproductive Tract
• 8 Endoscopy of the Upper Respiratory Tract: Rhinosinusoscopy, Pharyngoscopy and Tracheoscopy
• 9 Endoscopy of the Canine and Feline Ear: Otoendoscopy
• 10 Small Exotic Animal Endosurgery
• Index

Key Features

• Provides comprehensive information on how to perform rigid endoscopic investigations and procedures.
• The focus is on dogs and cats with a specialist chapter covering the treatment of exotic small animals.
• Contains many full colour clinical photographs.
• Written and edited by experts in the field.

About the Authors

• Alasdair Hotston Moore is a soft tissue surgeon at Bath Veterinary Referrals, UK and was previously Lecturer and Senior Clinical Fellow in Small Animal Surgery at the University of Bristol, UK. He holds RCVS certificates in small animal surgery, animal cardiology and veterinary radiology and has been published widely in both books and peer reviewed journals. He has considerable experience in all areas of soft tissue surgery in referral practice, and has particular interest in rigid endoscopy.
• Rosa Angela Ragni is a veterinary surgeon at the Blue Cross Animal Hospital in London.

Book Details

• Hardcover: 336 pages
• Publisher: Wiley-Blackwell; 1 edition (July 24, 2012)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1405190019
• ISBN-13: 978-1405190015
• Product Dimensions: 10.4 x 8.8 x 1.9 inches

List Price: $89.99 

 

Zachary: Pathologic Basis of Veterinary Disease 5th Edition

With over 2,000 full-color illustrations, Pathologic Basis of Veterinary Disease, 5th Edition provides complete coverage of both general pathology and pathology of organ systems in one convenient resource. In-depth explanations cover the responses of cells, tissues, and organs to injury and infection.

Expert researchers James F. Zachary and M. Donald McGavin keep you up to date with the latest advances in cellular and molecular pathology plus expanded coverage of genetics and disease, incorporating the newest insights into the study of disease mechanisms, genesis, and progression.

Already the leading reference for pathology, this edition also includes an enhanced website with images of less common diseases and and guidelines for performing a complete, systematic necropsy.

Contents

Part One: General Pathology

• 1. Cellular Adaptations, Injury, and Death: Morphologic, Biomechanical, and Genetic Bases
• 2. Vascular Disorders and Thrombosis
• 3. Inflammation and Wound Healing
• 4. Mechanisms of Microbial Infections
• 5. Diseases of Immunity
• 6. Neoplasia and Tumor Biology

Part Two: Pathology of Organ Systems

• 7. Alimentary System and the Peritoneum, Omentum, Mesentery, and Peritoneal Cavity
• 8. Hepatobiliary System and Exocrine Pancreas
• 9. Respiratory System, Mediastinum, and Pleurae
• 10. Cardiovascular System and Lymphatic Vessels
• 11. The Urinary System
• 12. Endocrine System
• 13. Bone Marrow, Blood Cells, and Lymphatic System
• 14. Nervous System
• 15. Skeletal System
• 16. Bone, Joints, Tendons, and Ligaments
• 17. The Integument
• 18. Female Reproductive System and Mammary Gland
• 19. Male Reproductive System
• 20. The Ear and Eye

Appendix: Photographic Techniques in Veterinary Pathology 

Key Features 

• Each chapter is consistently organized, presenting information on structure, function, portals of entry, defense mechanisms, responses to injury, and diseases organized by species.
• Full-color illustrations, schematics, flow charts, and diagrammatic representations of disease processes make it easier to understand difficult concepts.
• Discussions of pathologic processes and individual disorders are integrated with the latest established information available.
• Clear, up-to-date explanations of disease mechanisms describe the cell, tissue, and organ response to injury and infection.
• Over 20 recognized experts deliver the most relevant information, whether you're a practitioner, student, or preparing for the American College of Veterinary Pathology board examination.

New to This Edition

• Updated content on cellular and organ system pathology provides the latest on the science of inflammation, cellular injury, molecular carcinogenesis, and pathogenesis.
• NEW topics include the genetic basis of disease, the monocyte-macrophage system, diseases of the ear, and disorders of ligaments and joints and of the peritoneum.
• NEW coverage of World Organization for Animal Health (OIE) reportable diseases ("foreign animal diseases") adds information on microorganisms that have catastrophic impact on livestock health and production.
• NEW Mechanisms of Microbial Infections chapter adds in-depth coverage of the means by which microbes encounter, colonize, and cause disease in animals in a chronological sequence of events.
• NEW and updated flow charts, schematic illustrations, and diagrams of disease processes summarize important information and clarify complex concepts.
• An enhanced companion website includes all the images from the book, plus additional images and schematic illustrations of common diseases; guidelines for performing a complete, systematic necropsy and appropriate sample acquisition for selected organ systems; and a glossary of terms to accompany selected organ systems.

About the Authors

• James F. Zachary, DVM, PhD, Diplomate, American Colllege of Veterinary Pathologists; Professor of Veterinary Pathology, Department of Pathobiology, College of Veterinary Medicine, University of Illinois, Urbana, IL.
• M. Donald McGavin, MVSc, PhD, FACVSc, Diplomate, American College of Veterinary Pathologists, Professor Emeritus of Veterinary Pathology, Department of Pathobiology, College of Veterinary Medicine, University of Tennessee, Knoxville, TN.

Book Details

• Hardcover: 1344 pages
• Publisher: Mosby; 5 edition ( 2012)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0323075339
• ISBN-13: 978-0323075336
• Product Dimensions: 2.2 x 8.8 x 11 inches

List Price: $144.00 

 

Schmeltzer: Nursing the Feline Patient

Nursing the Feline Patient is a comprehensive and accessible clinical manual addressing the unique nursing needs of cats. Covering all aspects of feline nursing care from the examination room to the surgical suite, the book highlights the special considerations for cat patients throughout. Written specifically for veterinary technicians and nurses, topics range from restraint, preventative care, and laboratory procedures to surgery, dentistry, and specific diseases of concern.

Carefully designed for easy reference, chapters are logically organized into sections on patient management, diagnostics, surgery and recovery, and major diseases by body system. Each chapter begins with an overview of the anatomy and physiology required for a full understanding of the disease. Nursing the Feline Patient is an essential resource for veterinary technicians working with feline patients.

Contents 

Section 1: Patient Management

• 1 Patient History and Physical Examination
• 2 Restraint
• 3 Environmental Enrichment in the Hospital
• 4 Preventive Health Programs
• 5 Gestation, Parturition, and Neonatal Care
• 6 Geriatric Care

Section 2: Diagnostics

• 7 Diagnostic Imaging of the Feline Patient
• 8 Venipuncture and Cystocentesis
• 9 Cytology
• 10 In-Office Methodology and Quality Assurance Assessment
• 11 Interpretation of Common Feline Laboratory Values
• 12 Hematology

Section 3: Surgery and Recovery

• 13 Anesthesia: Sedation and General
• 14 Surgical Preparation
• 15 Anesthetic Monitoring of the Feline Patient
• 16 Pain Assessment and Management
• 17 Postoperative Care
• 18 Physical Therapy and Rehabilitation
• 19 Dentistry and Dental Radiography

Section 4: Major Diseases of the Cat

• 20 Cardiology
• 21 Dermatology
• 22 Diseases of the Digestive System
• 23 Endocrine Diseases
• 24 Feline Immunodeficiency Virus
• 25 Feline Infectious Peritonitis
• 26 Feline Leukemia Virus Diseases
• 27 Parasitology
• 28 Respiratory Diseases
• 29 Toxicoses
• 30 Urinary Tract Diseases

Index

Key Features

• Offers complete coverage on providing cats with high-quality veterinary care as a technician or nurse
• Addresses the unique aspects of feline nursing throughout
• Encompasses patient management, diagnostics, surgery and recovery, and major diseases
• Designed specifically for veterinary technicians and nurses seeking thorough information on working with cats in the clinical setting
• Includes access to a companion website with review questions and answers, clinical cases, and images in PowerPoint at www.wiley.com/go/schmeltzer.

About the Authors

• Linda E. Schmeltzer, RVT, is the head technician at Alamo Feline Health Center in San Antonio, Texas.
• Gary D. Norsworthy, DVM, DABVP (Feline), is the owner and head veterinarian at the Alamo Feline Health Center in San Antonio, Texas.

Book Details

• Paperback: 240 pages
• Publisher: Wiley-Blackwell; 1 edition (May 1, 2012)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0470959010
• ISBN-13: 978-0470959015
• Product Dimensions: 8.7 x 0.4 x 10.9 inches

List Price: $59.99 

 

Mann: Fundamentals of Small Animal Surgery

Fundamentals of Small Animal Surgery offers a thorough introduction to the surgical principles essential to good veterinary practice. With many high-quality pencil drawings and clinical photographs to complement the detailed descriptions, the book is a useful resource for building basic surgery skills.This book  is designed to provide a grounding in the foundations of veterinary surgical practice and an understanding of the practical application of surgical techniques.

Covering topics ranging from assessment and surgical pack preparation to aseptic technique and postoperative pain management, Fundamentals of Small Animal Surgery is a valuable reference for surgical procedure training in veterinary or veterinary technician schools, and serves as a refresher for veterinarians and technicians in practice.

Contents

• Introduction 

PART ONE The Chairs Role and Career Path 

• 1. In the Trenches 
• 2. Preparing for the Chairs Role 
• 3. Assessing What Kind of Department Chair You Are 
• 4. Serving as an Untenured Department Chair 
• 5. Coexisting with a Former Chair 
• 6. Creating a Career Plan 
• 7. Returning to the Faculty 
• 8. Seeking Higher Administrative Positions 
• 9. A Scenario Analysis on the Chairs Role and Career Path 

PART TWO Departmental Management and Politics 

• 10. Understanding Departmental Ethics and Politics 
• 11. Chairing Small Departments 
• 12. Chairing Large Departments 
• 13. Setting Course Rotations and Schedules 
• 14. Making Decisions 
• 15. Setting Annual Themes 
• 16. Creating Departmental Centers for Excellence in Teaching and Learning 
• 17. A Scenario Analysis on Departmental Management and Politics 

PART THREE The Chairs Role in Searches, Hiring, and Firing 

• 18. Writing Job Descriptions and Position Announcements 
• 19. Understanding the Chairs Role in the Search Process 
• 20. Interviewing Candidates 
• 21. Letting Someone Go 
• 22. A Scenario Analysis on Hiring and Firing 

PART FOUR Mentoring Challenges and Opportunities for Department Chairs 

• 23. Helping Faculty Members Sharpen Their Focus 
• 24. Coaching Faculty Members to Increase Productivity 
• 25. Promoting a More Collegial Department 
• 26. Coping with Passive-Aggressive Behavior 
• 27. Resolving Chronic Complaints 
• 28. Addressing Staff Conflicts 
• 29. Overcoming Conflicts 
• 30. A Scenario Analysis on Mentoring Challenges 

PART FIVE The Chairs Role in Faculty Development 

• 31. Facilitating a Positive First-Year Faculty Experience 
• 32. Coaching Faculty in Writing Effective Resumes 
• 33. Creating an Effective Professional Development Plan 
• 34. Creating an Effective Teaching Portfolio 
• 35. Creating an Effective Course Syllabus 
• 36. Promoting Creativity in Teaching and Learning 
• 37. A Scenario Analysis on Faculty Development

PART SIX Best Practices in Evaluation and Assessment 

• 38. Creating Written Evaluations 
• 39. Conducting Oral Evaluation Sessions 
• 40. Writing Letters of Recommendation 
• 41. Doing Assessment Effectively 
• 42. Conducting Program Reviews 
• 43. Conducting Posttenure Reviews 
• 44. A Scenario Analysis on Evaluation and Assessment 

PART SEVEN Essentials of Budgeting and Planning 

• 45. Strategic Planning 
• 46. Planning a Budget 
• 47. Implementing a Budget 
• 48. Fundraising 
• 49. Accounting for Sponsored Research 
• 50. A Scenario Analysis on Strategic Budgeting and Planning 

Epilogue: A Checklist for the Essential Department Chair 

Index

Key Features

• Introduces the reader to the basics of veterinary surgical practice.
• Includes many pencil drawings and clinical photographs to accompany the text
• Provides a useful resource for building basic surgery skills.
• Covers key topics for surgical procedures such as positioning, draping, and instrument handling.
• Serves as a valuable reference for gaining confidence in surgical procedures.
• Offers detailed descriptions of common tube placement techniques and a comprehensively illustrated step-by-step canine ovariohysterectomy technique.

About the Authors

• Fred Anthony Mann, DVM, MS, Diplomate ACVS, Diplomate ACVECC is Director of Small Animal Emergency & Critical Care Services, Small Animal Soft Tissue Surgery Service Chief, and Small Animal Surgery/Neurology Instructional Leader at University of Missouri, Columbia, Missouri, USA.
• Gheorghe M. Constantinescu, DVM, PhD, mult. Drhc is Professor of Veterinary Anatomy and Medical Illustrator in the Department of Veterinary Biomedical Sciences at University of Missouri, Columbia, Missouri, USA.
• Hun-Young Yoon, DVM, MS, PhD is a Research Professor at the College of Veterinary Medicine, Veterinary Science Research Institute at Konkuk University, Seoul, South Korea.

Book Details

• Paperback: 448 pages
• Publisher: Wiley-Blackwell; 1 edition (February 8, 2011)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0781761182
• ISBN-13: 978-0781761185
• Product Dimensions: 9.6 x 7.4 x 0.9 inches

List Price: $84.99 

 

Plumb: Health Maintenance & Principal Microbial Diseases of Cultured Fishes 3rd Edition

Health Maintenance and Principal Microbial Diseases of Cultured Fishes, Third Edition is a thoroughly revised and updated version of the classic text. Building on the wealth of information presented in the previous edition, this new edition offers a major revision of the valuable health maintenance section, with new pathogens added throughout the book. Health Maintenance and Principal Microbial Diseases of Cultured Fishes, Third Edition focuses on maintaining fish health, illustrating how management can reduce the effects of disease.

Divided into sections on health maintenance, viral diseases, and bacterial diseases, Health Maintenance and Principal Microbial Diseases of Cultured Fishes, Third Edition, covers a wide variety of species, including catfish, salmon, trout, sturgeon, and tilapia. The book is a valuable resource for professionals and students in the areas of aquaculture, aquatic health maintenance, pathobiology, and aquatic farm management.

Contents

Part I: Health Maintenance.

• 1 Principles of Health Maintenance.
• 2 Epizootiology of Fish Diseases.
• 3 Pathology and Disease Diagnosis.
• 4 Disease Management.

Part II: Viral Diseases.

• 5 Catfish Viruses.
• 6 Carp and Minnow Viruses.
• 7 Eel Viruses.
• 8 Trout and Salmon Viruses.
• 9 Sturgeon Viruses.
• 10 Other Viral Diseases of Fish.

Part III: Bacterial Diseases.

• 11 Catfish Bacterial Diseases.
• 12 Carp and Minnow Bacterial Diseases.
• 13 Eel Bacterial Diseases.
• 14 Salmonid Bacterial Diseases.
• 15 Striped Bass/Hybrid Bacterial Diseases.
• 16 Tilapia Bacterial Diseases.
• 17 Other Bacterial Diseases.

Part IV: Appendices.

• Appendix I. List of Common and Scientific Names of Fishes.
• Appendix II. Table of Conversion Factors.
• Appendix III. List of Cell Lines Commonly Used for Diagnostics.

Index.

Key Features

• Major revision of the valuable fish health maintenance section
• Presents new pathogens and advances in the field
• Illustrates methods for maintaining fish health in culture systems through management of disease
• Offers sections on health maintenance, viral diseases, and bacterial diseases
• Covers a wide variety of fish species

About the Author

• JOHN A. PLUMB is Professor Emeritus, Department of Fisheries and Allied Aquacultures, Auburn University. 
• LARRY A. HANSON is Professor in the Department of Basic Sciences, College of Veterinary Medicine, Mississippi State University.

Book Details

• Hardcover: 400 pages
• Publisher: Wiley-Blackwell; 3 edition (November 11, 2010)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0813816939
• ISBN-13: 978-0813816937
• Product Dimensions: 7.9 x 1.1 x 10 inches

List Price: $159.95 

 

Roberts: Fundamentals of Ornamental Fish Health

Fundamentals of Ornamental Fish Health is a complete guide to managing the health and well-being of ornamental aquatic animals. Grounded in the foundations of fish medical care, the book summarizes nonlethal aquatic diagnostics and medicine, putting the information within a clinical context. Providing a comprehensive overview of the subject, Fundamentals of Ornamental Fish Health equips aquatic animal health professionals with all the information needed to competently and effectively treat these patients, from transporting and examining fish to diagnostic techniques and the identification and treatment of specific diseases and syndromes.

Contents

BASICS OF FISH KEEPING.

• 1. Anatomy and physiology
• 2. A brief overview of the ornamental fish industry and hobby 
• 3. Stress in fish
• 4. Water quality
• 5. Environment and husbandry: Ponds and aquaria

FISH HEALTH.

• 6. Biosecurity and ornamental fish
• 7. Nutrition
• 8. Parasites of fish
• 9. Viral pathogens of fish
• 10. Bacterial diseases of fish
• 11. Fungal diseases in fish
• 12. Zoonotic diseases of fish

FISH MEDICINE.

• 13. Transport and hospitalization of the fish patient
• 14. History
• 15. Physical examination of fish
• 16. Anesthesia, analgesia, and euthanasia
• 17. Nonlethal diagnostic techniques
• 18. Surgery and wound management in fish
• 19. Necropsy of fish
• 20. Neoplasia in fish
• 21. Specific syndromes and diseases

Index.

Key Features

• Complete guide to managing the health and well-being of ornamental aquatic animals including discussion on disease prevention through effective biosecurity practices.
• Summarizes the knowledge base of nonlethal aquatic diagnostics, medicine, and surgery.
• Emphasizes a clinical perspective on fish medicine.
• Equips animal health professionals to competently and effectively treat fish patients.
• Provides a tool for providing ornamental fish and invertebrate medical care and advice.

About the Authors

• Helen Roberts, DVM, is an owner-partner at 5 Corners Animal Hospital and the owner of Aquatic Veterinary Services of WNY, an ambulatory aquatic practice. She is a consultant for VIN’s Aquatic Animal Message Boards, an instructor for VIN’s Fish Medicine Courses, an international lecturer on pet fish health, and the instructor for the aquatic animal section of the exotic animal course at Medaille College's veterinary technology program.

Book Details

• Paperback: 244 pages
• Publisher: Wiley-Blackwell; 1 edition (November 17, 2009)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0813814014
• ISBN-13: 978-0813814018
• Product Dimensions: 7.5 x 0.6 x 9.7 inches

List Price: $77.99