Author | Melissa Evans, CVT, LVT, VTS (ECC)

Melissa Evans, CVT, LVT, VTS (ECC)

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Q&A with Melissa Evans, CVT, LVT, VTS (ECC): From theater to the ICU—and vet tech insights

Evans reflects on her unexpected path to veterinary medicine, what she wishes other team members knew about technicians, and her advice for aspiring vet techs.

Understanding the technician's role in a diabetic emergency case

Melissa Evans, CVT, LVT, VTS (ECC), describes how some members of the veterinary team actively participate in caring for patients with this serious condition.

Clues to thromboembolism in patients

Melissa Evans, CVT, LVT, VTS (ECC), explain that patients may suddenly experience breathing difficulties or neurological signs, which may indicate a hypercoagulable state.

Differentiating between hypoglycemia, DKA, and HHS in emergency settings

Melissa Evans, CVT, LVT, VTS (ECC), discusses signs of hypoglycemia, diabetic ketoacidosis, and hyperglycemic hyperosmolar syndrome.