Clinician's Brief: The Podcast

Latest Episodes:

The Power of Veterinary Technicians with. Dr. Vande Linde Mar 27, 2025

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Do you ever feel like your days in the clinic could run smoother? In this episode of the Clinician’s Brief Partner Podcast, Dr. Beth invites Dr. Mary Ann Vande Linde to join her in a discussion on how veterinary teams can work smarter, not harder, by maximizing the potential of the team’s veterinary technicians. From understanding state-specific legal boundaries of the veterinary technician role to real-world examples of maximizing delegation to technicians, this episode explores how leveraging technicians can benefit veterinarians, patients, pet owners, and technicians themselves.

Sponsored by Ceva Animal Health, LLC

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Podcast@instinct.vet

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The Team:

Beth Molleson, DVM - Host
Sarah Pate - Producer & Project Manager, Brief Studio
Randall Stupka - Podcast Production & Sound Editing

Veterinary Breakroom: Supporting Each Other in Uncertain Times Mar 24, 2025

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Welcome to the Veterinary Breakroom! Join Alyssa Watson, DVM, and Katie Berlin, DVM, as they discuss pressing issues impacting the veterinary profession today. This week, Dr. Katie and Dr. Alyssa take a few moments to acknowledge that the rapidly changing social climate in the United States is hard on a lot of us, particularly on colleagues and friends who are members of marginalized communities. They also share resources for people feeling unsafe and for allies who want to help support those affected.

Resources:

PrideVMC’s allyship resources, including a Virtual First Aid kit for those affected firsthand and a Mutual Aid page where allies can find ways to help.

Contact:

podcast@instinct.vet

Where To Find Us:

Website: CliniciansBrief.com/Podcasts
YouTube: Youtube.com/@clinicians_brief
Facebook: Facebook.com/CliniciansBrief
LinkedIn: LinkedIn.com/showcase/CliniciansBrief/
Instagram: @Clinicians.Brief
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The Team:

Alyssa Watson, DVM - Host
Katie Berlin, DVM - Host
Alexis Ussery - Producer & Multimedia Specialist

Disclaimer: This podcast recording represents the opinions of Dr. Alyssa Watson and Dr. Katie Berlin. Content is presented for discussion purposes and should not be taken as medical advice. No guarantee is given regarding the accuracy of any statements or opinions made on the podcast.

Itchy Dogs, Allergic Flares, & Solutions That Stick with Dr. Schick Mar 20, 2025

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Allergic patients can be some of the most frustrating cases in veterinary medicine—for veterinary teams, owners, and patients alike. When a patient has an allergic flare, how do we treat the patient, address pet owner concerns, and work to prevent future flares? In this episode of Clinician’s Brief Partner Podcast, Dr. Anthea Schick answers this big question, shares her go-to strategies, and offers us a glimpse into her allergy toolkit.

Sponsored by Indevets

Resource:

indevets.com

Contact us:

Podcast@instinct.vet

Where to find us:

The Team:

Beth Molleson, DVM - Host
Sarah Pate - Producer & Project Manager, Brief Studio
Randall Stupka - Podcast Production & Sound Editing

Veterinary Breakroom: Memorable Cases in the Trenches Mar 03, 2025

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Welcome to the Veterinary Breakroom! Join Alyssa Watson, DVM, and Katie Berlin, DVM, as they discuss the pressing issues impacting the veterinary profession today. You never know what will walk through the door in general practice. In this episode, Dr. Alyssa and Dr. Katie reflect on some of their recent zebra cases, sharing challenges, surprises, and key takeaways—plus a few practical tools you just might find useful in your own practice.

Contact:

podcast@instinct.vet

Where To Find Us:

Website: CliniciansBrief.com/Podcasts
YouTube: Youtube.com/@clinicians_brief
Facebook: Facebook.com/CliniciansBrief
LinkedIn: LinkedIn.com/showcase/CliniciansBrief/
Instagram: @Clinicians.Brief
X: @CliniciansBrief

The Team:

Alyssa Watson, DVM - Host
Katie Berlin, DVM - Host
Alexis Ussery - Producer & Multimedia Specialist

Cutaneous Lymphoma in an American Pit Bull Terrier Crossbreed with Dr. Pye Feb 24, 2025

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In this episode, host Alyssa Watson, DVM, welcomes Charlie Pye, DVM, DVSc, DACVD, to talk about her recent Clinician’s Brief article, “Cutaneous Lymphoma in an American Pit Bull Terrier Crossbreed.” Dr. Pye covers all the essential background for cutaneous lymphoma, which can mimic many other skin diseases. She also gives practical tips for performing skin biopsies, runs through treatment options, and even negotiates the challenging terminology connected to this disease (mycosis fungoides?!).

Resource:

https://www.cliniciansbrief.com/article/lymphoma-treatment-lymph-nodes-dog

Contact:

podcast@instinct.vet

Where To Find Us:

Website: CliniciansBrief.com/Podcasts
YouTube: Youtube.com/@clinicians_brief
Facebook: Facebook.com/CliniciansBrief
LinkedIn: LinkedIn.com/showcase/CliniciansBrief/
Instagram: @Clinicians.Brief
X: @CliniciansBrief

The Team:

Alyssa Watson, DVM - Host
Alexis Ussery - Producer & Multimedia Specialist

Combating Uremic Toxins with Dr. Summers Feb 13, 2025

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Ready to refine your approach to managing feline chronic kidney disease (CKD)? In this episode of Clinician’s Brief Partner Podcast, Dr. Beth asks Dr. Stacie Summers, DVM, PhD, DACVIM, to share her expert insights into the often-overlooked role of uremic toxins in feline CKD. Listen in as they discuss why uremic toxins matter, their impact on the systemic health of CKD patients, and evidence-based strategies for effective management.