Clinician's Brief: The Podcast

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Veterinary Breakroom: Taking the Fight Against Rabies to Tanzania Apr 10, 2023

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Welcome to the Veterinary Breakroom! In this episode of the breakroom, Alyssa Watson, DVM, and Beth Molleson, DVM, sit down with Peggy Burris, DVM, to hear about her recent trip to Tanzania with Mission Rabies, a United Kingdom-based charity group with the goal of eliminating human rabies by the year 2030. Dr. Peggy's involvement, as well as that of 6 other volunteers, was made possible by Merck Animal Health, provider of Nobivac® rabies vaccines for all Mission Rabies drives.

Listen in as Dr. Peggy explains how she became involved with this extraordinary organization and how Mission Rabies is going to rabies hotspots all over the world to provide life-saving vaccines and education to stop this deadly disease in its tracks.

Want to find out how you can help in the fight against rabies? Reach out to us at volunteers@briefmedia.com.

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

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.

Insights into Veterinary Supplements with Dr. Buckley Apr 06, 2023

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Does anyone else begin to sweat when a pet owner starts pulling bottles out of their purse, ready to dive into a conversation about veterinary supplements? In this episode, sponsored podcast host Dr. Beth Molleson asks internist Dr. Faith Buckley all your burning questions about navigating the world of veterinary supplements. They discuss tips for client communication surrounding supplements, how to identify trusted brands, and how to navigate the use of liver supplements when faced with elevated liver values.

Sponsored by VetriScience

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Beth Molleson, DVM - Host
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Top 5 Uses for Gabapentin in Dogs & Cats with Dr. Reader Apr 03, 2023

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In this episode, host Alyssa Watson, DVM, is joined by Rebecca Reader, DVM, DACVAA, to talk about her recent Clinician’s Brief article, “Top 5 Uses for Gabapentin in Dogs & Cats.” Dr. Reader sorts through the evidence to help us differentiate between all the ways gabapentin can be used and all the ways it should be used, which are far fewer. She also shares useful dosing details. Finally, Dr. Reader discusses the potential for tighter restrictions, as gabapentin abuse by humans needs to be on everyone’s radar.

Resource:

https://www.cliniciansbrief.com/article/gabapentin-extralabel-dogs-cats

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

A Special Conversation with Tuskegee University's Dean Perry Mar 27, 2023

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In this special episode, our Chief Scientific Officer Indu Mani, DVM, DSc, has an impactful conversation about our profession with Ruby Perry, DVM, MS, PhD, DACVR, dean of Tuskegee University College of Veterinary Medicine. Dr. Perry experienced desegregation in the southern United States as a child, and those uncomfortable lessons served her as she entered and advanced in veterinary medicine—the least diverse field of healthcare. Dr. Perry shares some of what she’s learned about working to make our profession reflect the diverse public it serves, listening to the next generation, and not running from discomfort.

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

Veterinary Breakroom: The Doctor Loyalty Dilemma Mar 20, 2023

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Welcome to the Veterinary Breakroom! In the breakroom, Alyssa Watson, DVM, and Beth Molleson, DVM, discuss the important, relevant topics affecting veterinarians today. In this week’s episode, they discuss how different practices operate when it comes to doctor preference and doctor loyalty. Is it ideal for a patient to have a primary doctor? Do the patients themselves care? Tune in as Dr. Beth and Dr. Alyssa share their experiences and see if you agree!

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

Top 5 Ways to Differentiate Syncope & Seizures with Dr. Barnes Mar 13, 2023

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In this episode, host Alyssa Watson, DVM, welcomes back Heidi Barnes Heller, DVM, DACVIM, to talk about her recent Clinician’s Brief article, “Top 5 Ways to Differentiate Syncope & Seizures.” Dr. Barnes offers an in-depth neurologic perspective on how to differentiate a fainting episode (syncope) from a proper seizure. She reviews relevant observations and examination findings. Dr. Barnes emphasizes that what happens during and after an episode is important, but the details of what happened right before the episode are most likely more useful.

Resource:

https://www.cliniciansbrief.com/article/top-5-ways-differentiate-syncope-seizures

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The Team:

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

Veterinary Breakroom: The Future of Noncompete Clauses Mar 06, 2023

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Welcome to the Veterinary Breakroom! In the breakroom, Alyssa Watson, DVM, and Beth Molleson, DVM, discuss the important, relevant topics affecting veterinarians today. Noncompete provisions have long been considered part of the package when it comes to veterinary employment contracts. But recently the Federal Trade Commission has proposed banning nearly all of these types of clauses in the United States, including those currently in effect. Join us in the breakroom as we discuss how a potential federal ban—as well as current state restrictions—could shape the future of the noncompete clause for veterinarians.

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

Therapy Protocols for Acute Hemorrhagic Diarrhea Syndrome in a Dog with Dr. Thevelein Feb 27, 2023

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In this episode, host Alyssa Watson, DVM, talks with Britt Thevelein, DVM, DACVECC, about her recent Clinician’s Brief article, “Therapy Protocols for Acute Hemorrhagic Diarrhea Syndrome in a Dog.” Dr. Thevelein covers typical presentations, expected hematologic changes, and why calling it “HGE” is a thing of the past. She also emphasizes that fluid therapy is the most important aspect of treatment and explains why metronidazole can be considered almost entirely unnecessary.

Resource:

https://www.cliniciansbrief.com/article/acute-hemorrhagic-diarrhea-syndrome-treatment-dog

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Where to find us:

Youtube.com/@clinicians_brief
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The Team:

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

Veterinary Breakroom: Do Dogs Deserve Their Breed Stereotypes? Feb 20, 2023

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Welcome to the Veterinary Breakroom! In the breakroom, Alyssa Watson, DVM, and Beth Molleson, DVM, discuss the important, relevant topics affecting veterinarians today. It’s natural to have a favorite (or not-so-favorite) dog breed. But how do those stereotypes affect interactions in the examination room? Join us in the breakroom as Dr. Alyssa and Dr. Beth discuss a recent study that suggested a dog’s breed actually doesn’t have much impact on its behavior and compare that conclusion with their personal experiences in the clinic.

Resource:

https://www.science.org/doi/10.1126/science.abk0639

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Where to find us:

Youtube.com/@clinicians_brief
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The Team:

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

Tips for Managing Nocturnal Anxiety in Geriatric Dogs with Dr. Albright Feb 13, 2023

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In this episode, host Alyssa Watson, DVM, is joined by Julia Albright, DVM, MA, DACVB, to talk about her recent Clinician’s Brief article, “Top 5 Tips for Managing Nocturnal Anxiety in Geriatric Dogs.” Dr. Albright reminds us that older dogs can have multiple concurrent factors that can cause interruption to their sleep, but establishing good daytime activity and a predictable nighttime routine can make a big impact. She also discusses how supplements and medications can help the whole house get some sleep.

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