Christy Corp-Minamiji, DVM
Christy Corp-Minamiji, DVM, practices large animal medicine in Northern California, with particular interests in equine wound management and geriatric equine care. She and her husband have three children, and she writes fiction and creative nonfiction in her spare time.
Articles by Christy Corp-Minamiji
What to Consider Before Tooth Removal in Horses (AAEP 2012)
April 01, 2013
Before extracting a horse's tooth, owners and veterinarians must consider a number of important factors. Read More
Veterinary Medicine Regulation Issues Described (AAEP 2012)
March 30, 2013
As a licensed profession, veterinary medicine is subject to regulation at the state government level. Read More
Handling Equine Oral Tooth Extraction Failures (AAEP 2012)
March 22, 2013
Tooth extractions don't always go as planned, so practitioners must be ready for potential complications. Read More
New Hyperinsulinemia Screening Test Promising (AAEP 2012)
March 16, 2013
An oral sugar test might provide a more convenient means of screening horses for hyperinsulinemia. Read More
EPM-Causing Organisms Widespread in U.S. Horses (AAEP 2012)
March 09, 2013
EPM-causing organisms have a wider geographic distribution in the United States than commonly thought. Read More
<em>Lawsonia intracellularis </em>Tests: How Do They Measure Up? (AAEP 2012)
March 02, 2013
Researchers tested the usefullness of four blood serum tests in detecting L. intracellularis. Read More
Post-Colic Surgery Stent Bandage Prevents Incisional Infection (AAEP 2012)
February 27, 2013
One researcher says a stent bandage appears to create an ideal environment for incisional healing. Read More
Rare Vertebral Disease of Foals Described (AAEP 2012)
February 23, 2013
Although early VOD diagnosis is critical, diagnosis could be confounded by nonspecific signs of the disease. Read More
New Ponazuril Loading Dose Examined for EPM Treatment (AAEP 2012)
February 10, 2013
Achieving therapeutic drug levels sooner using a loading dose could minimize S. neurona-caused damage. Read More
Decoding Small Intestine Problems with Ultrasound (AAEP 2012)
February 09, 2013
Ultrasound can be a valuable aid to practitioners when assessing the cause and severity of colic. Read More
Thinking Through Cheek Tooth Extraction Complications (AAEP 2012)
January 25, 2013
Planning for potential dental extraction complications is essential to a successful procedure. Read More
Veterinarian Communication During Emergencies (AAEP 2012)
December 22, 2012
Communication is always critical when practicing veterinary medicine, but can be challenging in emergencies. Read More
Gouges and Gashes: Horse Wounds
July 01, 2012
A number of factors can enhance or derail wound healing. Read More
EPM Update
May 01, 2012
Equine protozoal myeloencephalitis (EPM) continues to pose diagnostic and treatment challenges. Read More
Physiology Modifiers in Joint Disease Reviewed (AAEP 2011)
April 12, 2012
One presenter reviewed the mechanisms behind drugs used to treat joint disease in horses. Read More
Intravenous PBZ Dosing in Horses (AAEP 2011)
February 29, 2012
One researcher concluded that when dosing PBZ in the horse, "More is not better. Less is less effective." Read More
The State of Stem Cells for Equine Joint Disease (AAEP 2011)
February 23, 2012
Successful treatment depends largely on the types of cases the veterinarian selects, said one researcher. Read More
Imprinting: The Great Debate
February 01, 2012
When it comes to equine education (training), horse owners face as many conflicting viewpoints as new parents. Read More
Bone Marrow-Derived Stem Cell Sources Compared (AAEP 2011)
January 22, 2012
Aspiration site should depend on clinician preference, as the cells from both sites behave similarly. Read More
PRP, Bone Marrow for Tendon/Ligament Injuries (AAEP 2011)
January 21, 2012
Mixed study results indicate more research is needed to determine dosing frequency and therapeutic window. Read More
Joint Lubrication and Injury Response (AAEP 2011)
January 19, 2012
Treatment goals should be to aid in performance without eliminating the joint's natural response to injury. Read More
Back Pain in Horses Table Topic (AAEP 2011)
January 07, 2012
Topics discussed included diagnostic methods, types of back pain, kissing spines, and treatment methods. Read More
Selecting a New Horse
January 01, 2012
Important factors to consider when buying a horse include use, conformation, temperament, health, and history. Read More
Genetic Selection for Equine Health and Performance
January 01, 2012
Understanding genetic determinants for health conditions can help us identify and manage predisposed horses. Read More
Therapeutic Shoeing Part 2: Hardware and Healing
November 01, 2011
We examine some common foot pathologies and therapy options Read More
