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Rick LeCouteur
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RIck LeCouteur
5 days ago2 min read
Academia vs. Private Practice (2of2): Non-traditional avenues for veterinary discovery (#231)
If specialists increasingly leave academia for private practice, the dynamic of where and how discoveries in veterinary medicine are made...
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RIck LeCouteur
5 days ago1 min read
Academia vs. Private Practice (1of2): The research divide in veterinary medicine (#230)
A specialist in academia is more likely to engage in basic research in veterinary medicine compared to a specialist in private practice....
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RIck LeCouteur
5 days ago3 min read
The Purrfect Fit: How cats master tight openings (#229)
When it comes to squeezing through narrow spaces, cats often defy our expectations, seeming to flow like liquid through apertures that...
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RIck LeCouteur
Jan 83 min read
The Brick Wall of Discovery (2of2): Proprietary research (#224)
In the analogy of research as a brick wall, proprietary research introduces a unique challenge. Unlike publicly shared research that adds...
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RIck LeCouteur
Jan 83 min read
The Brick Wall of Discovery (1of2): A metaphor for research (#223)
In the world of research, progress is often slow and methodical, much like constructing a brick wall. Each discovery, each experiment,...
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RIck LeCouteur
Jan 73 min read
Balancing Hope and Reality: Medical futility in veterinary medicine (#222)
In the evolving landscape of veterinary medicine, advancements in diagnostic tools, therapeutic options, and life-supporting technologies...
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RIck LeCouteur
Jan 53 min read
From Trust to Trial: Legal troubles for Hill's Pet Nutrition (#221)
Hill’s Pet Nutrition has long been a trusted name in the pet food industry, known for its specialized diets and emphasis on...
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RIck LeCouteur
Jan 44 min read
Veterinary Telehealth (2of2): Benefits and challenges (#217)
Veterinary telehealth, an innovative adaptation of telemedicine for animal care, has emerged as a powerful tool in modern veterinary...
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RIck LeCouteur
Jan 43 min read
Veterinary Telehealth (1of2): Definitions (#215)
The terms telehealth  and telemedicine  are often used interchangeably, but they have distinct definitions.  According to the Health...
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RIck LeCouteur
Dec 30, 20243 min read
Polypharmacy in Veterinary Care: Risks, rewards, and best practices (#207)
Polypharmacy, the use of multiple medications to manage a single patient, is a common practice in veterinary medicine, particularly for...
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RIck LeCouteur
Dec 20, 20242 min read
Equilateral Communication in Veterinary Medicine: A balanced approach (#200)
In the world of veterinary medicine, the relationship between a pet owner, their primary veterinarian, and referral specialists is...
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RIck LeCouteur
Dec 18, 20245 min read
From Veterinary Clinics to Storybooks: The power of anticonventional thinking
In a world that often emphasizes conformity and efficiency, creativity can sometimes feel stifled.  Jeffrey Baumgartner’s book on...
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RIck LeCouteur
Dec 15, 20243 min read
Pet Food & Children's Picture Books:Â It's all about the brand
At first glance, pet food companies and children's picture book author/illustrators might seem worlds apart. One deals in kibble and...
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RIck LeCouteur
Dec 13, 20243 min read
Unlocking the Science Behind Pet Food: Why transparency matters
When it comes to pet food, we’ve entered an age of unprecedented innovation, offering companion animals high-quality nutrition crafted...
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RIck LeCouteur
Dec 13, 20244 min read
The Corporate-Sponsored Residency Debate: Opportunity or inequity?
Imagine earning a fully funded spot in a prestigious veterinary residency program - but there’s a catch: you’re bound to work for the...
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RIck LeCouteur
Dec 9, 20242 min read
Side Effects: Language, perception, and reality
When we hear the term side effects, it often carries an implicit assumption: these effects are secondary, unintentional, and separate...
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