Webster Veterinary and Milburn Equine release DIA Equine

Webster Veterinary and Milburn Equine announced the upcoming release of DIA Equine, a new version of its client education software. A pre-release version of this program debuted at the AAEP conference in Las Vegas. DIA Equine will include over 1,000 3D animations, surgical animations, virtual anatomy illustrations, diagnostic images and handouts combined. Practitioners will be able to more clearly illustrate key equine health topics to horse owners and the software allows for printing and e-mailing additional information.
www.diawebster.com

Health o meter® Professional 222KL digital bowl scale

Health o meter® Professional announced the introduction of the new 222KL digital bowl scale, ideally suited for weighing small animals. It has an 11-pound/5 kg capacity with a resolution of ¼ ounce or 1 gram, is easy-to clean stainless steel, includes tare functionality, is factory calibrated and offers a user-friendly design. Extra bowls are available.
www.homscales.com

IDEXX announces new practice management software

IDEXX Computer Systems announced the availability of its IDEXX Cornerstone® Practice Management Software version 8.0. To help veterinarians capture, store and share all medical information, Cornerstone 8.0 software simplifies the recording of detailed medical notes, and automatically integrates them into electronic medical records. Doctors can more easily finish notes during the exam or patient visit instead of at the end of the day, and quickly retrieve accurate, comprehensive information. In addition, new functionality within Cornerstone 8.0 software makes it easier for organizations that own or support multiple locations to share client and patient data.
www.idexx.com

Sempermed introduces SemperForce™ black nitrile exam glove

Sempermed introduced its SemperForce™ black nitrile exam powder-free glove. SemperForce™ by Sempermed® black nitrile examination gloves are designed for demanding work environments where safety and style are a must. Its black color will hide stains from grease, dirt, ink and dye. A textured surface promises secure gripping capabilities. This product is available in sizes Small – XX-Large. SemperForce™ black nitrile gloves are ideal for automotive, industrial, tattoo, and cosmetology applications.
www.SempermedUSA.com

Midmark’s Cardell® MAX-12HD DUO Vital Signs Monitor and LoFlo sidestream C02 module available

Midmark Corporation recently announced the availability of its Cardell® MAX-12HD DUO Vital Signs Monitor and the LoFlo sidestream C02 module for the veterinary office. The high-performance Cardell® MAX-12HD DUO Vital Signs Monitor allows users to upgrade to CO2 at any time, and download case data to a USB flash drive for transfer to a PC. Featuring the Cardell non-invasive blood pressure technology, the monitor provides readings for patients from kittens to horses, and is validated by peer-reviewed studies in anesthetized cats, dogs and foals. Customers can choose CO2 monitoring in a mainstream or sidestream format by adding the optional Philips Respironics Capnostat® Mainstream solid state probe or their LoFlo™ Sidestream module. In addition, the Midmark LoFlo C02 module for the Cardell 9500HD and MAX-12 DUO monitors is now available, offering the first plug-and-play sidestream monitoring system. The module provides a 50ml/min sampling rate; low dead space adapters for cats and exotics, and Luer lock line for equine. This solution offers an option for those whose patients include large animals, or who simply prefer sidestream CO2 monitoring. This module is compatible with all Cardell 9500HD monitors sold to date with CO2 monitoring capability.
www.midmark.com

Statspin introduces OvaTube

Statspin, Inc. announced the introduction of the new StatSpin Ovatube, Ova and Parasite Detection System. The StatSpin OvaTube is the first centrifugation method that is easy and fast without the mess. With a simple coring tool to obtain sample, just add the sample to the tube and mix with standard floatation fluid. Centrifuge in either a fixed angle or horizontal centrifuge, remove the tube, add a coverslip, and twist. In just a few minutes results are ready to read. Among the other benefits: you can use with most centrifuges; it standardizes process; it is cost effective to run; vets are able to diagnose patients while in the office and it eliminates send-outs.
www.statspinvet.com

Studies confirm PKB’s ZYMOX® formulations effective against MRSA

PKB Animal Health announced published studies confirming the patented LP3 Lactoperoxidase Enzyme System in ZYMOX® Otic and ZYMOX® Topical Spray kills Methicilin-Resistant Staphylococcus aureus in 30 seconds upon contact – adding to the list of scientifically proven effectiveness against resistant microbes of the ears and skin such as pseudomonas, staphylococcus, malassezia, candida albicans and pyoderma. Copies of these studies can be found in The International Journal of Applied Veterinary Research Vol 7, No 4 2009. 165-168. Or visit www.jarvm.com, key word search: Zymox.