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Stephen L. Jones

Stephen L. Jones

DVM

About the Author

Stephen L. Jones, DVM, is the past president of the American Heartworm Society and a general practitioner/practice partner at Lakeside Animal Hospital, Moncks Corner, South Carolina. He received his DVM from the University of Georgia in 1985. Dr. Jones grew up in Summerville, South Carolina, and attended Clemson University where he graduated with a BS in Animal Science in 1981. He is also a member of the Trident Veterinary Medical Association, South Carolina Veterinary Medical Association, American Veterinary Medical Association, and the Veterinary Political Action Committee. Read more about Dr. Jones at lahmc.com/veterinarians.php.

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The Hidden Characteristics of Heartworm Disease

Parasitology

The Hidden Characteristics of Heartworm Disease

Clients often don’t understand what heartworms are—nor do they understand the consequences of infection in their pets. We must stress prevention.
Canine Caval Syndrome Series, Part 3: Management of Caval Syndrome

Cardiology

Canine Caval Syndrome Series, Part 3: Management of Caval Syndrome

Caval syndrome is a serious form of heartworm disease that must be promptly recognized as a surgical condition. This article focuses on the surgical treatment and postoperative outcome of caval syndrome.
Canine Caval Syndrome Series, Part 2: A Practical Approach to Diagnosing Caval Syndrome

Cardiology

Canine Caval Syndrome Series, Part 2: A Practical Approach to Diagnosing Caval Syndrome

This article focuses on the recognition and diagnosis of this life-threatening consequence of heartworm disease.

Canine Caval Syndrome Series, Part 1: Understanding Development of Caval Syndrome

Parasitology

Canine Caval Syndrome Series, Part 1: Understanding Development of Caval Syndrome

A small percentage of dogs harboring heartworms develop a severe form of heartworm disease that is fatal without prompt surgical intervention. Here’s how to recognize and understand this syndrome.

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