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Hi Dr. Chambreau,
I am new the the veterinary field, I just got my first job at a veterinary clinic. A healthy pitbull puppy, about 5 months old, was spayed. She was on HW preventive, no parasites, but no pre anesthetic blood. There were no complications during surgery. I moved her into the recovery cage and she grunted/wined. But when I checked back on her she was not breathing. We tired to resuscitate her, gave her O2, chest compressions, The doctor gave her quite a few shots. She did have a slight heartbeat and color began to return to her tongue but in the end she did not pull threw :( Do you have any idea why this would happen? Do you have any advice on how to deal with the clients in this sort of situation?
Hopefully you are working for a wonderful, experienced colleague who can coach you and speak with the owners.
I would love to have you call me at 410-771-4968 and I can work with you. too involved to do by typing. We all go through this - didn't they teach it to you in clinics?
Come to the next AHVMA conference and be part of a wonderful group of supportive, caring, hugging veterinarians. Even better, come to the Healing retreat before the conference AND the conference and you will be so nurtured and supported!!!!!!
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| Comment | Unfortunately, the veterinarian is very old school. I just graduated, I have less than 6mo experience. The vet just said it probably had a heart problem, he doesn't really know. That is the first time I've been in that situation. Thank you for offering to speak with me over the phone, that is very kind of you. | ||
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Dr. Christina Chambreau
Expertise
I can give you the holistic approach to any problem in any species, though mostly I work with dogs and cats. Depending on the condition and the type of animal, I will be able to give very specific treatment suggestions such as what flower essences, homeopathic remedies, nutritional supplements, diet changes, lifestyle changes or herbs that may be helpful - not drugs. I can also suggest where you can go for further education or to find a specialist in a specific holistic field. I can help you understand why your animal is ill and what improvements can be expected. I do not check messages more than every one to two days, so PLEASE DO NOT ask about EMERGENCIES - call your local veterinarian. I cannot diagnose your animal. I cannot prescribe specific treatments. I am no longer very current with conventional treatments, so cannot answer questions on those. I am not an expert on birds or small critters. I will give you helpful connections about hose species.
Experience
I graduated from the University of Georgia College of Veterinary Medicine in 1980 and began using homeopathy in my practice after a client introduced me to it. By 1988 I was using exclusively holistic treatments. I began lecturing in 1987 and have spoken at veterinary conferences, health food stores, people's homes, churches, veterinary college conferences - anywhere people want to learn more about keeping their animals healthy.
Organizations
Academy of Veterinary Homeopathy (I helped found this one)
American Holistic Veterinary Medical Association
National Center for Homeopathy
American Veterinary Medical Association
Publications
I have written in many magazines, journals and newspapers. A few include Bark Magazine; Journal of the AHVMA; Baltimore Dog Magazine; Whole Dog Journal; Tiger Tribe; Wolf Clan. I have also been frequently interveiwed on radio and TV.
Education/Credentials
Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM)
Certified Veterinary Homeopath (CVH)
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