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In this issue of
Veterinary Clinics: Small Animal Practice, guest editor Dr. Laurie Dohmen brings her considerable expertise to the topic of
Integrative Veterinary Medicine. Integrative veterinary medicine combines conventional veterinary practices with complementary and alternative therapies and is guided by the best available evidence. In this issue, top experts cover topics that help veterinarians emphasize preventive care, identify underlying imbalances, and reduce reliance on medications or invasive procedures, for a more personalized and effective approach to veterinary medicine for small animals.
- Contains 16 relevant, practice-oriented topics including TCM herbology; integrative oncology; nutrition; Western herbal medicine; hospice and palliative care; and more
- Provides in-depth clinical reviews on integrative veterinary medicine, offering actionable insights for clinical practice
- Presents the latest information on this timely, focused topic under the leadership of experienced editors in the field. Authors synthesize and distill the latest research and practice guidelines to create clinically significant, topic-based reviews
List of contents
One Health: Introduction to Integrative Veterinary Medicine
Clinical Application of Chinese Herbal Medicine in Small Animal Practice
The Role of Acupuncture in Veterinary Medicine
Classical Homeopathy
Western Botanical Medicine for Small Animals: A Pathway to Integrative Veterinary Care
Raw Foods: A Second Look
The Rise of Fresh Foods
Nutraceuticals
Introduction to Veterinary Medical Aromatherapy
Animal Chiropractic: A Basic Description and Its Importance in Veterinary Practice
Ayurveda for Animals
Veterinary Medical Ozone Therapy: An Integrative Approach
Cannabis and Veterinary Medicine
Integrative Veterinary Oncology: Part I-Diet, Herbs, Essential Oils, and Supplements
Integrative Veterinary Oncology: Part II - Homeopathy, Acupuncture, Manual Therapies, Oxygen Therapies, Energy Work and Phototherapies
Integrative Veterinary Hospice and Palliative Care
Appendix: Resources