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Parvovirus is one of the most common causes of illness and mortality in dogs worldwide. It is a highly contagious, po­tentially fatal disease that prevents cells of the intestinal lining from absorbing nutrients, retaining fluids,…
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Faster Discharge Reports, Vet Portal

June 08, 2021 / Practitioner Updates

We heard you! Upon evaluation of the surveys you completed, we put improv­ing communication at the forefront of our goals. As we continue to strive to provide bet­ter communication with our clients and referring partners,…
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Minimally Invasive Tracheal Stenting

May 11, 2021 / Practitioner Updates

Above: Dr. Arnon Gal and Dr. Jennifer Reinhart prepare a stent for placement in the Veterinary Teaching Hospital interventional radiology suite. The U of I small animal internal medi­cine service is proud to announce that…
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Inherited Ocular Diseases: Using CAER Exams to Show We Care

May 11, 2021 / Practitioner Updates

The Companion Animal Eye Registry (CAER) examination, carried out by board-certified veterinary ophthal­mologists to screen dogs for inherited eye problems, is an important tool for preventing ophthalmic disease. Just as you may recommend prospective breed­ing…
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Faculty Spotlight: Audrey Billhymer, DVM, DACVR

May 11, 2021 / Practitioner Updates

Above: Dr. Audrey Billhymer is a clinical assistant professor in diagnostic imaging. Tell us about your background. Dr. Audrey Billhymer is a clinical assistant professor in diagnostic imaging. I am originally from the suburbs of…
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Canine Atopic Dermatitis: Update on Treatment Options

May 11, 2021 / Practitioner Updates

Above: A Yorkshire Terrier with erythema (skin inflammation) and hyperpigmentation due to atopic dermatitis. Atopic dermatitis is one of the most common cutaneous inflammatory and pruritic diseases in dogs. The treatment options have been expanding…
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Faculty Spotlight: Audrey Billhymer, DVM, DACVR

May 11, 2021 / Practitioner Updates

Tell us about your background. I am originally from the suburbs of Chicago (Schaumburg), and I went to undergrad at a small liberal arts college in Minnesota, St. Olaf College. I actually majored in English…
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Canine Atopic Dermatitis: Update on Treatment Options

May 06, 2021 / Practitioner Updates

Above: A Yorkshire Terrier with erythema (skin inflammation) and hyperpigmentation due to atopic dermatitis. Atopic dermatitis is one of the most common cutaneous inflammatory and pruritic diseases in dogs. The treatment options have been expanding…
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Dr. Tisha Harper

Coxofemoral Luxation: Tips for Closed Reductions

April 13, 2021 / Practitioner Updates

Above: Dr. Tisha Harper is a clinical associate professor and the service head for small animal orthopedics and rehabilitation at the Veterinary Teaching Hospital. Traumatic hip luxations are commonly seen in dogs and cats, with…
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