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Lori Hehn is a practicing veterinarian and a contributor and content manager with XPrep Learning Solutions. She has a drive for continual learning and enjoys interacting with veterinary and vet tech students. She also writes veterinary learning books for children.
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Telemedicine: An E-Visit to the Vet

Posted by Lori Hehn on Sep 5, 2018 11:49:37 AM

 

I was recently attending a continuing education conference, and during our break I overheard a veterinarian in the chair next to me do a telemedicine consultation over his cell phone. He was asking the pet's name, age, etc. and what was going on with her after he had introduced himself.

I didn't listen after that, but it made me curious. I read an article earlier this year about how this would become a hot topic in our profession. I had a lot of questions about the legal implications and how exactly telemedicine works.

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Topics: Telemedicine

[Phlebotomy] Veterinary Supplies for Drawing Blood

Posted by Lori Hehn on Aug 3, 2018 10:32:44 AM

There are several basics and veterinary phlebotomy supplies you will need when drawing blood on pet patients. It is wise to gather all your supplies before you enter the exam room.

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How to Place an Over the Needle IV Catheter

Posted by Lori Hehn on Aug 2, 2018 7:28:40 AM

In this article, we will give you the step by step instructions of how to place an over the needle IV catheter in small animal patients.

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Topics: Over the Needle Catheter, Catheter

Link: Walmart will soon offer veterinary care

Posted by Lori Hehn on Jul 27, 2018 9:18:16 AM

I had to stop myself from doing an eye-roll when I first saw the title of the article.  At every turn, it seems that the veterinary industry is becoming more and more corporate. Smaller clinics getting bought out by a corporation, and then corporations getting bought out by larger ones.

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Topics: Veterinary Care

6 Best Note-Taking Apps for Vet Students

Posted by Lori Hehn on Jun 29, 2018 12:10:30 PM

Times have changed and the majority of what we do now is on our devices. I think most people can actually type faster than they can write.

In addition to saving paper and reducing our carbon print, the best way to take notes is via a handy-dandy note taking app which you can easily access on most of your devices. 

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Topics: Apps, Note Taking Apps

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