OrthopedicsLooking Closer at Luxating Patellas in Small AnimalsLuxating patella is among the most common causes of pelvic lameness in small animal veterinary medicine, and veterinary nurses play a crucial role in its successful treatment and management.Personal/Professional DevelopmentCommunication Skills for Handling Angry, Abusive, or Combative ClientsVeterinary nurses/technicians face client aggression without the security protocols, training, or backup systems available in human healthcare settings. Managing an angry, difficult, or abusive client requires specialized communication skills distinct from standard client services interactions.Personal/Professional DevelopmentBreaking the Cycle: The Unconventional Career Journey of Melody Martinez, CVTAfter an extended break, Melody returned to veterinary medicine to help build a better future for her colleagues and community.Personal/Professional DevelopmentNutritional Support Yields an Against-the-Odds OutcomeLaura Warcholek’s advanced nursing and nutritional care helped change the trajectory for a formerly hoarded puppy with an often-fatal disease.Page 2 of 212
