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Secondary Back Discomfort

Posted on January 18, 2012 by mpequine

At our practice, we regularly get together as veterinarians to share educational information.  Sometimes we have a wet-lab, where we can tryout new xray views or learn landmarks for unusual diagnostics etc (Don’t be concerned; no horses are harmed, just … Continue reading →

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The Final Exam

Posted on August 30, 2010 by Melanie

When I took my national board exams in school to qualify to be a veterinarian, I thought to myself, “This is the last real test you will ever have to take!” Then I found myself taking the California State Board … 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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Life of an RVT

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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Technician Continuing Education (NEAEP AAEVT Excellence Symposium & AAEP AAEVT Annual Conference)

Posted on January 10, 2012 by mpequine

Continuing education at MPES is very important for all staff.   By pursuing these opportunities, we are able to offer high end services and skills to our clients and patients.  Personally, I really enjoy going to conferences.  I find them informative, … 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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