Author: Devon Volkel

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Charting new paths in veterinary cardiology: A profile of Dr. Brian A. Scansen 

Dr. Brian Scansen’s journey into veterinary cardiology wasn’t a straightforward path. If his career were charted like an ECG, the rhythm would look irregular, full of pauses, pivots, and unexpected turns that ultimately shaped his path far more than any long-term plan would.    Scansen grew up on an island in Washington state, between Everett and Snohomish, where, as he put it, life […]

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When to use – and when not to use – antibiotics in veterinary dentistry

When it comes to antibiotic resistance in veterinary medicine, both veterinarians and pet owners play an important role in helping prevent it. It is not always easy to know when antibiotics are needed, so our dentistry and oral surgery team created simple, practical guidelines you can rely on. These recommendations are designed to support you, […]