by Alexandra Digweed VN, Boongarry Veterinary Services, Aeroglen, QLD These heartworm forceps are basically modified blunt-nosed alligator forceps. This particular one is at least 40 years old and was inherited with the practice many years ago. There is a running […]
Tools of the trade
Tools of the trade: Welch Allyn Finnoff Transilluminator
by Dr Cale Weston, Nairne Vet, SA This transilluminator produces a very focused beam of light that we use for eye examinations. It’s such a direct fine beam that it allows us to see very small details in and around […]
Tools of the trade: K-Laser CUBE 4 VET
by Kirra Pearce VN, Kedron Veterinary Clinic, QLD The K-Laser is a non-invasive way to give the patient pain relief and encourage increased circulation. It reduces inflammation, enhances tissue healing and works very well with musculoskeletal pain and injuries. What’s good […]
Tools of the trade: Veterinary Heart Monitor (ECG)
by Dr Nick Hobson, Jonora Animal Hospital, Kurrajong, NSW This is a small ECG unit that fits onto an iPhone or Android device. It allows you to do an ECG instantaneously on any animal you wish. What’s good about it […]
Tools of the trade: Philips IU22 xMatrix ultrasound
by Dr Mark Booth, Kiama Veterinary Hospital, NSW This is a high-end ultrasound unit that’s commonly used in human ultrasonography practices. The image quality is great and it comes with a multitude of probe options. What’s good about it We […]
Tools of the trade: Medifusion DI-2000 Infusion pump
by Dr Warren Doidge, Companion Vet Care, North Lakes, QLD This pump provides a constant rate infusion of whatever fluids are required. We use it in our theatre with all patients that are on anaesthetic. What’s good about it The pump […]
Tools of the trade: LOGIQ V2
by Dr Emily Nunn, Whites Hill Veterinary Surgery, Camp Hill, QLD I’m undertaking a Graduate Certificate in Small Animal Ultrasonography through the University of Melbourne, so I use this unit frequently. I only have a single probe, a micro-convex 5 […]
Tools of the trade: Clear Rabbit Skull model
by Dr Joanne Sheen, Sydney Exotics and Rabbit Vets, Crows Nest, NSW This is a see-through model of a rabbit skull that clearly demonstrates the relationship of their long and open-rooted teeth with the skull bones. What’s good about it This […]
Tools of the trade: MiniReader
by Dr Kelly Skilbeck, Bass Hill Vet, NSW The MiniReader measures progesterone levels in dogs or cattle. We use it with dogs when planning mating times or if a dog is due for a caesarian. It uses ELISA (Enzyme Linked […]
Tools of the trade: Cardiofax ECG-6511
by Paula Pangrazio VN, Manly Road 24hr Veterinary Clinic, Manly West, QLD We’ve had this ECG for years. The newer models have superseded it in many ways but I like this old workhorse. What’s good about it We use this […]