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Acupuncture

Acupuncture for a Sick Horse

Posted on March 14, 2012 by mpequine

Typically, I would not choose acupuncture for a sick horse as my first line of defense.  We have excellent drugs, like antibiotics and anti-inflammatories that have been known to save lives. During a course lecture for “Evidence Based Acupuncture” I … Continue reading →

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The Joys of Treating an Older Horse

Posted on February 15, 2012 by mpequine

As the owner of several geriatric horses, I know first hand how endearing owning an “oldie” can really be.  A swayed back, a droopy lip, a greyed face, a missing eye are charming qualities that become all the more sweet … Continue reading →

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Day in the Life of a Vet Student

Mixed Animal, Mixed Emotions

Posted on July 14, 2011 by mpequine

As I have mentioned in previous blogs, in the summer between third and fourth year, all students are required to pursue an 8-week externship in a ‘mixed’ animal veterinary clinic, taking both large and small animal calls under the supervision … Continue reading →

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Course Selections

Posted on May 24, 2011 by mpequine

Anyone who has been through the process of online course selection at college or university understands the frustration and subsequent cursing that can ensue. There is seemingly no predictable or logical plan of action to pick a decent schedule for … Continue reading →

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Equine Dentistry

Dentistry: Don’t Forget the Little Guy!

Posted on April 13, 2012 by mpequine

Equine dentistry can be one of the most challenging and rewarding aspects of veterinary medicine.  These days many veterinarians have special training in dentistry and several have devoted their practice exclusively to the subject.  As an associate at McKee-Pownall Equine … Continue reading →

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The Basics

Posted on March 9, 2012 by mpequine

Equine dentistry can be one of the most challenging and rewarding aspects of veterinary medicine.  These days many veterinarians have special training in dentistry and several have devoted their practice exclusively to the subject.  As an associate at McKee-Pownall Equine … Continue reading →

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Life of an RVT

Safety First

Posted on February 24, 2012 by mpequine

As many of you probably know, there was an explosion involving a hyperbaric oxygen chamber at an equine rehabilitation facility.  The explosion resulted in one horse and person being killed and a second person being seriously injured.  The details of … Continue reading →

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A Day Answering the Phones at MPES

Posted on February 1, 2012 by mpequine

My present role at MPES is as Head Technician.  This means that I spend a great deal of time in the clinic at a computer working on administrative duties, training initiatives, daily organizing and troubleshooting.  Occasionally, I head out on … Continue reading →

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Looking Back and Looking Forward with Drs. McKee and Pownall

American Association of Equine Practitioners Convention 2011

Posted on November 30, 2011 by mpequine

As you know, Mike, Michelle, Maggie, Elise, and myself all traveled to the American Association of Equine Practitioners convention in San Antonio Texas over the last week. Elise and I headed down together on Friday, and a customs guy asked … Continue reading →

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The Beginning

Posted on September 26, 2011 by Dr. Pownall

Welcome to the first of many, many blogs from me on the new McKee-Pownall Equine Service website. There are several reason why I wanted to write this blog. The first is to give those who are interested a “behind the … Continue reading →

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