Kristen Eighner

Patent ductus arteriosus (PDA) is one of the most common congenital heart defects in dogs. While minimally invasive transcatheter occlusion is now considered the gold standard for treatment, very small dogs, particularly those weighing under…
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Insulin therapy plays a critical role in the management of diabetes in both dogs and cats. Insulin is available in various formulations, including vials, pens, and cartridges. Different types of insulins are supplied in different…
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Russman is a farrier. Tell us about your background. I’ve spent the past 18 years around horses. I’ve done anything from riding to working as a groom, managing, and training. After finishing with my associate’s…
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Highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI) has not been featured as prominently in the news lately as it was in winter. Luckily, cases in Illinois have been on the decline this spring. This was expected, as…
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The diversion and abuse of controlled substances (CS) is a growing problem in our society. Veterinary practice involves routine use of these substances. Strict monitoring of their use is critical for recording keeping, patient and…
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Dr. White is a clinical staff pharmacist. Tell us about your background. I grew up in Springfield, Illinois, and then as a teenager moved to a smaller northern suburb, McHenry. From there, I completed my…
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Dr. Patrick Barko is an assistant professor in the small animal internal medicine service. Tell us about your background. I grew up in the suburbs of Detroit, Mich­igan, and my family moved to Phoenix, Arizona,…
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