Clinician's Brief: The Podcast

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The Feline Psyche: Maximizing a Cat’s Environment With Dr. Pachel Sep 03, 2026

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What does the world look like from a cat’s perspective? Listen in to this episode of the Partner Podcast as veterinary behaviorist Christopher Pachel joins to share his practical insights into feline environmental stress, the 5 pillars of a healthy environment, and what general practitioners can do to help cats thrive at home.

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The Team:

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

Veterinary Breakroom: One Practice's Journey to Becoming a Certified Autism Center Aug 24, 2026

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Welcome to the Veterinary Breakroom! In this episode, Alyssa Watson, DVM, sits down with special guest Ashley Smith-Miller, DVM, to share the how and why behind her decision to make her Pennsylvania clinic the first veterinary practice in the United States to earn the certified autism center designation from the International Board of Credentialing and Continuing Education Standards (IBCCES). Tune in as they discuss what the certification process actually involves, what changed for Dr. Ashley's team and clients, and what every veterinary practice can learn from her experience.

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Website: CliniciansBrief.com/Podcasts
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The Team:

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

Disclaimer: This podcast recording represents the opinions of Dr. Alyssa Watson and Dr. Beth Molleson. 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.

An Internist’s Approach to the Vomiting Cat With Dr. Rudinsky Aug 20, 2026

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How many of your vomiting cat cases warrant a full diagnostic investigation? In this episode of the Partner Podcast, Dr. Beth sits down with Adam Rudinsky, board-certified veterinary internist, to discuss a practical approach to the vomiting cat, including when symptomatic management is appropriate, how to prioritize diagnostics when budgets are limited, and how to navigate referral conversations with clients.

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Where to find us:

Website: CliniciansBrief.com/Podcasts
YouTube: Youtube.com/@clinicians_brief
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LinkedIn: LinkedIn.com/showcase/CliniciansBrief/

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Instagram: @clinicians.brief

The Team:

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

Veterinary Breakroom: Who Renewed Your Prescription—Your Doctor or an AI Agent? Aug 17, 2026

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Welcome to the Veterinary Breakroom! Join Alyssa Watson, DVM, and Beth Molleson, DVM, as they discuss pressing issues impacting the veterinary profession. Would you want an AI agent renewing your personal prescription? How about your patient's? In this episode, Dr. Alyssa and Dr. Beth react to a recent JAMA article on Utah's first-of-its-kind pilot program allowing an autonomous AI agent to renew prescriptions for people—and the medical licensing board pushback that followed. Don’t miss this candid conversation about what this could mean for patients, providers, and a veterinary profession that may not be far behind.

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Website: CliniciansBrief.com/Podcasts
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Instagram: @Clinicians.Brief
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The Team:

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

Projectile Injury in Dogs With Dr. Hall & Dr. Tucker Aug 10, 2026

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In this episode, host Alyssa Watson, DVM, welcomes Claire Tucker, DVM, MPH, PhD, DACVECC, and Kelly Hall, DVM, MS, DACVECC, to discuss their recent Clinician’s Brief article, “Projectile Injury in Dogs.” Like with all trauma cases, Dr. Tucker and Dr. Hall lay out the systematic approach that is ideal for these injured pets and share some particulars for recognizing and handling projectile wounds. They also emphasize the importance and process of client communication for sudden, life-threatening problems.

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Instagram: @Clinicians.Brief
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The Team:

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

Maximizing Air Flow Through Stenotic Nares via Ala Vestibuloplasty With Dr. Tobias Jul 20, 2026

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In this episode, host Alyssa Watson, DVM, welcomes back Karen M. Tobias, DVM, MS, DACVS, to discuss her recent Clinician’s Brief article, “Maximizing Air Flow Through Stenotic Nares via Ala Vestibuloplasty.” While many find the nasal anatomy confusing and this surgical procedure intimidating, Dr. Tobias guides us through this highly practical approach, demystifying the surgery along the way.

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Where To Find Us:

Website: CliniciansBrief.com/Podcasts
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LinkedIn: LinkedIn.com/showcase/CliniciansBrief/
Instagram: @Clinicians.Brief
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The Team:

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

Ear Cytology: A Test We Too Often Skip With Dr. Layne & Dr. Belew Jul 16, 2026

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Ear cytology gives us information that a visual examination—or even sniff test—simply cannot, yet we too often forgo this essential diagnostic step. In this episode of the Partner Podcast, Dr. Beth talks with Liz Layne, DVM, DACVD, and Christi Belew, DVM, about the role of cytology in otitis externa management. They share practical tips for interpreting samples and explore how emerging analyzer technology is bringing a new level of consistency and accuracy to in-clinic results.

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Contact us:

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/

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Instagram: @clinicians.brief

The Team:

Beth Molleson, DVM - Host
Taylor Argo- Producer, Sound Editing, & Project Manager, Brief Studio

Veterinary Breakroom: When "Practice Owner" Isn't What It Sounds Like Jul 13, 2026

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Welcome to the Veterinary Breakroom! Join Alyssa Watson, DVM, and Beth Molleson, DVM, as they discuss pressing issues impacting the veterinary profession. Corporate consolidators are offering associates equity in veterinary practices at an increasing rate, and the pitch can sound pretty compelling. But, is a minority stake actually the partnership it's made out to be? Tune in as Dr. Alyssa and Dr. Beth react to a recent VIN News Service article on the trend, consider what the fine print can mean for career mobility, and reflect on the gap between feeling like an owner and actually being one.

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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
Beth Molleson, DVM - Host
Alexis Ussery - Producer & Multimedia Specialist

Manipulation of the Renin-Angiotensin-Aldosterone System With Dr. Luther Jul 06, 2026

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In this episode, host Alyssa Watson, DVM, is joined by Linda E. Luther, DVM, MVSc, DACVIM (SAIM), to discuss her recent Clinician’s Brief article, “Manipulation of the Renin-Angiotensin-Aldosterone System.” Dr. Luther delves into proteinuria, hypertension, heart disease, and the often overlooked hyperaldosteronism as conditions that feature chronic RAAS activation. She explains how each of our therapeutic options—ACE inhibitors, angiotensin II receptor blockers (ARB), spironolactone—are best put to use.

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