Journal of Exotic Pet Medicine
Volume 18, Issue 2 , Pages 98-111 , April 2009

Clinical Approach to the Anemic Reptile

  • Miguel D. Saggese, DVM, MS, PhD

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    • Corresponding Author InformationAddress correspondence to: Miguel D. Saggese, DVM, MS, PhD, College of Veterinary Medicine, Western University of Health Sciences, Pomona, CA 91766

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doi: 10.1053/j.jepm.2009.04.003

Journal of Exotic Pet Medicine
Volume 18, Issue 2 , Pages 98-111 , April 2009

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