Recently, I’ve added two new technologies to my practice. The first is the Mi-Eye diagnostic arthroscope. This hand held, portable technology allows me to see inside a joint (knee, hip, elbow, shoulder, hock, or carpus) in patients to accurately determine the extent of damage to the cartilage, ligament, tendon, and… Listen ⇢

I am pleased to announce that I will be attending the 9th annual International Symposium on Veterinary Rehabilitation and Physical Therapy this August. It is being held in Uppsala, Sweden at the veterinary college there. I have been asked to present lectures and demonstrations on kinesiology taping for dogs. For… Listen ⇢

Just wanted to share a quick success story. Keela had a luxation patella (sliding kneecap) surgically corrected at our hospital in February. She did well and went through 6 weeks of rehab with me and Rebecca. Mom wanted her to try agility and she had done well that I gave… Listen ⇢

I have been working with RockTape to investigate the use of kinesiology taping for dogs. For those of you not familiar with taping, this is the process of applying adhesive, stretch cotton weave tape to work on fascia. Fascia is the connective tissue between muscle planes that allows for fluid… Listen ⇢

I am excited to announce the development of a new course in veterinary rehabilitation that I am teaching this July. This will be a 2 day live course with a hands on laboratory session. The manual therapy course will focus on massage therapy and joint mobilizations for canines. We will… Listen ⇢

Hopefully all of you dog owners are out walking your dogs every day. Walking is critical for your dog. Physical health benefits aside, think about being inside all day while your favorite person is at work. When they come home, you want to spend time with them and unwind all… Listen ⇢

I was born and raised in Queens, NY. While attaining my Bachelors of Science in Animal Science from Cornell University, I realized upstate New York was the place for me. After attending Ross University School of Veterinary Medicine on St. Kitts in the Caribbean, I did my clinical rotations at Purdue… Listen ⇢

Please check out the updated website for North Country Veterinary Referral Center. We are proud to be part of this great community and are here to help you and your pets! Stay tuned for more information and services. http://northcountryvets.com Listen ⇢

Dr. Debbie and I have collaborated on many cases and we teach courses together in veterinary rehabilitation. This is a great article for easy core strengthening exercises you can do at home with your pet: http://totofit.com/five-basic-exercises-essential-to-building-core-strength/ Listen ⇢