Y3S2 Week 3: Congenital Heart Diseases, VetnCare Lunch Talk, and Respiratory Emergencies!
- Izzy Pulido
- 5 days ago
- 3 min read
Week three is now in the books! Since last week’s blog went through Monday’s holiday, we will pick it up on Tuesday.
Tuesday began with a quick run around the park with Churro followed by a hot yoga session. We then had a lecture on the diagnosis of congenital heart disease where we dove into pulmonary stenosis, subaortic stenosis, patent ductus arteriosus, and ventricular septal defects. All of which can cause murmurs in our companion animals so being able to diagnose these early and intervene when necessary is crucial. We then had a lecture on pericardial disease followed by a session on the treatment of arrhythmias.
During lunch I had the opportunity to help with the VetnCare lunch talk. Dr. Ken Pawlowski from the SVVMA wanted to share some wisdom and externship opportunities with the students, and it was nice to help facilitate this event. The rest of the afternoon included a discussion session around the management of cardiac cases. Churro and I spent some time on the field before calling it a night and getting in some studying. He was also spoiled by Evermore Pet Food and after our walk we came home to a new food shipment. It is a privilege to work with a company who prioritizes not only the quality of their pet food, but also focuses on ethical sourcing!
Wednesday morning began with a nice run with Churro. We then had a two-hour session on congestive heart failure. This was a nice way to help cement the information from the prior day’s lecture and practice applying our knowledge. We then had a lecture on brachycephalic syndrome and learned how to diagnose and treat these patients. That session was followed by a lecture on anesthesia for brachycephalic patients. We discussed the anesthetic concerns and steps that we can take to help minimize the risk of complications. These lectures were extremely applicable, especially since the #1 dog breed in the US is the French Bulldog.
During lunch I had the opportunity to walk around the arboretum before heading back for a three-hour discussion session on congenital heart disease. This discussion was also a great way to review the prior day’s information and clear up some of the more technical points.
After a quick chiropractor appointment, I was done for the day and headed home to spend some time with Churro on the field.
Thursday morning began with a quick whirl around the park with Churro followed by a hot yoga session. We then had a lecture on incidental heart murmurs and how to use the patient’s signalment and history to formulate an appropriate diagnostic plan. The next lecture was on pulmonary hypertension and thromboembolisms followed by two lectures on diagnosing laryngeal/nasopharyngeal diseases and their treatment.
During lunch I walked around the arboretum and the rest of the afternoon included a radiology discussion session focused on cardiac cases. This was the final radiology discussion for the block, so some of the cases incorporated past material which was a nice away to review. The rest of the afternoon consisted of a walk with Churro and some studying.
Friday morning started off with a nice 3 miler with Churro followed by a swim at the rec center. We then had a three-hour lecture series on respiratory emergencies. Dr. Hopper did a wonderful job of presenting the material in a logical manner and keeping everyone engaged. She presented multiple videos to drive home her points and by the end of the session, I can confidently say that in the case of a respiratory emergency, I would know the key steps to take.
We had the remainder of the afternoon off, so I used that time to do some cleaning around the house and take Churro on a nice walk around the arboretum. The rest of the evening included some studying and snuggle time with Churro.
Saturday morning started off with a nice 6.5 miler with Churro followed by a hot yoga session. I then hit the farmer’s market before heading home to study. Most of the morning involved studying for the upcoming final exam and the afternoon included a walk around the arboretum with Churro.
Sunday began with a fun 3.5 miler with Churro followed by a hot Pilates class. I then went to church and did some grocery shopping before heading home to study. The rest of the afternoon included some frisbee time on the field with Churro and some meal prepping for the week!
Quote of the week: “They don’t default to friendly, they default to feral” -Dr. Cynthia Karsten discussing cats
I liked reading about your Week 3 recap on congenital heart diseases and emergency care because it makes tough vet topics feel simple and real for learners like me. When I was finishing a big paper once I even used Journal Editing and proofreading services to help fix my draft while I focused on understanding hard concepts like emergencies and heart issues. It reminds me that good support and steady learning make hard topics feel easier.
I read the post about congenital heart diseases and respiratory emergencies and it really helped me see how much vets learn to keep animals safe and healthy in tough situations. When I was finishing a big school story I used Book Cover Design Service to help make the front page look right, and that first bit of help made the whole project feel real. This made me think how care and good support matter everywhere.
I read your weekly update on congenital heart diseases and respiratory emergencies and it was cool to see how much hands‑on learning you got with lectures and discussions about real dog health issues, even getting to help with the VetnCare lunch talk. I remember once when I had too many tasks piling up I had to blog post writing agency help me finish my school summary while I focused on studying, and that really took some stress off my mind. It made me think support can make tough days easier.
I really appreciated how this week was documented with such balance between intense academics and intentional self care, especially the consistent routines with Churro grounding each day. Reading through the packed lectures reminded me of times I felt overwhelmed enough to think about pay someone to take my online Algebra class just to stay afloat. Your reflections show how structure, movement, and repetition make heavy material manageable, and that approach clearly carries you through demanding weeks like this.
I really enjoyed reading your week about congenital heart diseases, the VetnCare lunch talk, and all the real stuff about respiratory emergencies because it shows how vet school doesn’t just happen in textbooks but in real conversations and moments with clients. It reminded me of a crazy exam season when I almost missed lunches and even relied on a take my online Management class help service to finish some tough assignments so I could focus on hands-on skills. Your post made me smile and remember how important support and real-world learning both are.