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Vet Spotlight: Exotics and companion animal vet, Dr. Pakes, finds virtual care incredibly satisfying

Meet Dr. Deborah Pakes, a veterinarian with 17 years of experience in caring for a wide variety of species. Dr. Pakes helps pet parents on Vetster with their cats, dogs, pocket pets, amphibians, and reptiles.

The Vetster Editorial Team

Sep 13, 2024

4 min read

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The impact of nutrition on cancer management

Cancer treatment is challenging, but research underscores the vital role that nutrition can play. As a virtual care veterinarian on Vetster, you are uniquely positioned to educate and empower pet owners on how tailored nutritional strategies can support their dogs and cats through their cancer journey.

The Vetster Editorial Team

Sep 13, 2024

6 min read

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Tips for troubleshooting common tech issues

In today’s digital age, virtual care has made it easy for veterinarians to enjoy flexibility and convenience when connecting with clients. To ensure a smooth and successful appointment, here are some tips on troubleshooting common problems and optimizing your setup for a seamless experience.

The Vetster Editorial Team

Sep 13, 2024

5 min read

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Nourishing Wellness: Nutrition's vital role in managing kidney disease in pets

Nutrition plays a vital role in managing kidney disease in pets, and with the advent of virtual care consultations, the opportunity to educate and empower pet owners has never been more accessible.

The Vetster Editorial Team

Aug 27, 2024

4 min read

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Vet Spotlight: Dr. Talia Gattenuo leans into education via virtual care

Meet Dr. Gattenuo, an exotics and companion animal veterinarian living in Connecticut who treats dogs, cats, rabbits, hamsters, hedgehogs, guinea pigs, birds, reptiles, amphibians, and poultry...

The Vetster Editorial Team

Aug 9, 2024

6 min read

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Nutrition solutions for otitis

Otitis tops the list of common and frustrating conditions faced by veterinarians and owners alike. How often have you heard a client say, “I’ve tried everything, Doc, and it just keeps coming back!”

The Vetster Editorial Team

Jul 17, 2024

6 min read

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Vet Spotlight: Dr. Smidova takes pandemic best practices mainstream

Meet Dr. Smidova, a multilingual general veterinarian based in Quebec, who treats small companion animals. Dr. Smidova recently joined Vetster in April 2024 and is already making strides in her virtual practice.

The Vetster Editorial Team

Jul 11, 2024

8 min read

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Professional liability insurance for virtual care

One of the things you’ll notice when using the Vetster platform to practice virtually, is that the tools are purpose-built to ensure you are able to deliver a medically sound, safe and ethical service for your clients.

The Vetster Editorial Team

Jul 10, 2024

6 min read

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Nutrition and diabetes management

Diabetes mellitus is unfortunately common in US pets, and nutrition plays an important role in managing the disease for the approximately 1% of pets who will experience it during their lifetimes. With Vetster, clients can get the ongoing support they need without leaving home.

The Vetster Editorial Team

Jun 20, 2024

7 min read

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Vet Spotlight: Dr. Vergette’s success with multiple licenses, multiple species, and extended hours

Meet Dr. Vergette, a veterinarian licensed in eight states who treats dogs, cats and horses. Dr. Vergette has nearly 25 years of experience as a vet and six years as a technician.

The Vetster Editorial Team

Jun 11, 2024

5 min read

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A letter to new grads

Congratulations! We are thrilled you have chosen your profession. The world needs you. As you embark on this exciting journey, we want to share some tips to help you navigate the challenges ahead and avoid compassion fatigue and burnout.

The Vetster Editorial Team

Jun 11, 2024

5 min read

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Unlocking proactive pet care with Vetster

Welcome to a new era of pet care! While Vetster has long been recognized for its ability to address urgent pet needs, such as sudden GI distress, it also serves as a forum for sharing general information about proactive care.

The Vetster Editorial Team

May 21, 2024

7 min read

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Vet Spotlight: Dr. Berman enjoys using Vetster and speaks to her experiences with telehealth

Meet Dr. Berman, a PA licensed veterinarian who has been practicing medicine for 27 years. Her skill set includes emergency, general medicine and surgery and shelter/rescue work.

The Vetster Editorial Team

May 13, 2024

5 min read