Clinician's Brief: The Podcast

Latest Episodes:

Veterinary Breakroom: The Compensation Conversation Jun 09, 2022

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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. Production-based compensation (commonly called the ProSal method) for associate veterinarians is often billed as a win-win for all involved. But implementation of the ProSal model varies significantly across practices. Join us in the breakroom as Dr. Alyssa and Dr. Beth discuss their personal experiences with different compensation structures and how those pay scales affected their job satisfaction and the practice culture overall.

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Podcast@briefmedia.com

Where to find us:

Cliniciansbrief.com/podcasts
Facebook.com/clinciansbrief
Twitter: @cliniciansbrief
Instagram: @clinicians.brief

The Team:

Alyssa Watson, DVM - Host
Beth Molleson, DVM - Host
Alexis Ussery - Producer & Digital Content Coordinator
Randall Stupka - Podcast Production & Sound Editing

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.

Gonadectomy in Dogs with Dr. Tobias May 30, 2022

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In this episode, host Alyssa Watson, DVM, welcomes back Karen M. Tobias, DVM, MS, DACVS, to talk about her recent Clinician’s Brief article, “Gonadectomy in Dogs: Considerations & Review.” Dr. Tobias lays out evidence for why spaying and castrating dogs at 4-6 months of age should no longer be a universal recommendation. She explains why—and how—we should be taking an individualized approach that focuses on musculoskeletal maturity and accounts for breed-related risks, behavioral factors, and client concerns.

Resource:

https://www.cliniciansbrief.com/article/gonadectomy-dogs-considerations-review

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Podcast@briefmedia.com

Where to find us:

Cliniciansbrief.com/podcasts
Facebook.com/clinciansbrief
Twitter: @cliniciansbrief
Instagram: @clinicians.brief

The Team:

Alyssa Watson, DVM - Host
Alexis Ussery - Producer & Digital Content Coordinator
Randall Stupka - Podcast Production & Sound Editing

Veterinary Breakroom: Is Euthanasia Really the Hardest Part of the Job? May 26, 2022

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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. We hear it all the time: euthanasia MUST be the hardest part of the job. But is it? How does euthanasia affect us as veterinarians and support staff? Tune in as we discuss these questions and also get tips on client communication throughout the euthanasia process from our resident expert Dr. Alyssa, who provides in-home euthanasia care in Las Vegas.

Contact us:

Podcast@briefmedia.com

Where to find us:

Cliniciansbrief.com/podcasts
Facebook.com/clinciansbrief
Twitter: @cliniciansbrief
Instagram: @clinicians.brief

The Team:

Alyssa Watson, DVM - Host
Beth Molleson, DVM - Host
Alexis Ussery - Producer & Digital Content Coordinator
Randall Stupka - Podcast Production & Sound Editing

Helping Pruritic Patients Get the Most Out of Food Elimination Trials with Dr. Bourgeois May 23, 2022

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Are you utilizing the food elimination trial as a diagnostic test to its full potential? In this episode of the Clinician’s Brief Partner Podcast, Ashley Bourgeois, DVM, DACVD, talks with host Beth Molleson, DVM, about why food elimination trials are so important in managing the pruritic patient. But never fear–she simplifies the steps, addresses owner communication issues, and breaks down the barriers to a successful FET.

Resource:

https://www.royalcanin.com/us/dogs/products/vet-products/ultamino-dry-dog-food

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Podcast@briefmedia.com

Where to find us:

Cliniciansbrief.com/podcasts
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Twitter: @cliniciansbrief
Instagram: @clinicians.brief

The Team:

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

Gastric Dilatation-Volvulus in Dogs with Dr. Fox-Alvarez May 16, 2022

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In this episode, host Alyssa Watson, DVM, is joined by W. Alex Fox-Alvarez, DVM, MS, DACVS-SA, to talk about his recent Clinician’s Brief article, “Gastric Dilatation-Volvulus in Dogs.” Dr. Fox-Alvarez covers everything from the major to minor points of handling GDV cases, with an evidence-based yet practical approach. From diagnosis to recovery, you can find the answers here.

Resource:

https://www.cliniciansbrief.com/article/gastric-dilatation-volvulus-dogs

Contact us:

Podcast@briefmedia.com

Where to find us:

Cliniciansbrief.com/podcasts
Facebook.com/clinciansbrief
Twitter: @cliniciansbrief
Instagram: @clinicians.brief

The Team:

Alyssa Watson, DVM - Host
Alexis Ussery - Producer & Digital Content Coordinator
Randall Stupka - Podcast Production & Sound Editing

Veterinary Breakroom: Going on the Record About Charting May 12, 2022

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Welcome to the Veterinary Breakroom, where Alyssa Watson, DVM, and Beth Molleson, DVM, discuss the important, relevant topics affecting veterinarians today. “I became a veterinarian because I just love charting,” said literally no one ever. And yet, generating complete, accurate medical records is a vital part of a veterinarian’s job and takes a considerable amount of time. Thorough records can facilitate continuity of care while incomplete records can hinder patient care and expose the veterinarian to liability. In this episode, Dr. Beth and Dr. Alyssa share how they manage their charts and what resources are available to avoid falling behind. Finish up that last patient's record and join us in the breakroom for this compelling chat between colleagues.

Contact us:

Podcast@briefmedia.com

Where to find us:

Cliniciansbrief.com/podcasts
Facebook.com/clinciansbrief
Twitter: @cliniciansbrief
Instagram: @clinicians.brief

The Team:

Alyssa Watson, DVM - Host
Beth Molleson, DVM - Host
Alexis Ussery - Producer & Digital Content Coordinator
Randall Stupka - Podcast Production & Sound Editing

Top 5 Paraneoplastic Syndromes with Dr. Fox-Alvarez May 02, 2022

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In this episode, host Alyssa Watson, DVM, is joined by Stacey Fox-Alvarez, DVM, MPH, DACVIM (Oncology), to talk about her recent Clinician’s Brief article, “Top 5 Paraneoplastic Syndromes.” Dr. Fox-Alvarez thoroughly details some of the most notable paraneoplastic syndromes you may come across in practice—hypercalcemia, hypoglycemia, hypertrophic osteodystrophy, myasthenia gravis, and hyperestrogenism—and the cancers that lurk behind them.

Resources:

https://www.cliniciansbrief.com/article/top-5-paraneoplastic-syndromes

Contact us:

Podcast@briefmedia.com

Where to find us:

Cliniciansbrief.com/podcasts
Facebook.com/clinciansbrief
Twitter: @cliniciansbrief
Instagram: @clinicians.brief

The Team:

Alyssa Watson, DVM - Host
Alexis Ussery - Producer & Digital Content Coordinator
Randall Stupka - Podcast Production & Sound Editing

Veterinary Breakroom: The Veterinary Dress Code Apr 28, 2022

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Welcome to the veterinary breakroom! Today in the breakroom, Alyssa Watson, DVM, and Beth Molleson, DVM, reflect on a recent study that evaluated client perception based on how veterinarians were dressed. How does it feel to know you’re being judged on your appearance? What do these results mean for veterinary teams? Listen in as we discuss our reactions to the veterinary dress code.

Resource:

https://www.cliniciansbrief.com/article/how-appearance-can-influence-pet-owner-perception

Contact us:

Podcast@briefmedia.com

Where to find us:

Cliniciansbrief.com/podcasts
Facebook.com/clinciansbrief
Twitter: @cliniciansbrief
Instagram: @clinicians.brief

The Team:

Alyssa Watson, DVM - Host
Beth Molleson, DVM - Host
Alexis Ussery - Producer & Digital Content Coordinator
Randall Stupka - Podcast Production & Sound Editing

Inappropriate Urination in a Neutered Cat with Dr. Barstow Apr 18, 2022

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In this episode, host Alyssa Watson, DVM, talks with Carla Barstow, DVM, MS, DACT, about her recent Clinician’s Brief article, “Inappropriate Urination in a Neutered Cat.” Dr. Barstow shares the key physical examination finding that prepared her for the major twist in this case. She then leads us through the confirmation of the diagnosis with serology and reproductive ultrasound, concluding with successful treatment.

Resources:

https://www.cliniciansbrief.com/article/inappropriate-urination-neutered-cat

Contact us:

Podcast@briefmedia.com

Where to find us:

Cliniciansbrief.com/podcasts
Facebook.com/clinciansbrief
Twitter: @cliniciansbrief
Instagram: @clinicians.brief

The Team:

Alyssa Watson, DVM - Host
Alexis Ussery - Producer & Digital Content Coordinator
Randall Stupka - Podcast Production & Sound Editing

Veterinary Breakroom: Coping with COVID 2 Years In Apr 14, 2022

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Welcome to the Veterinary Breakroom, where Alyssa Watson, DVM, and Beth Molleson, DVM, discuss the important, relevant topics affecting veterinarians today. In this episode, Dr. Alyssa and Dr. Beth discuss how the COVID-19 pandemic has influenced each of their careers over the past 2 years. From the early days of uncertainty surrounding PPE shortages and who was considered essential to the now-routine masking and curbside care, things have changed significantly since the early days of 2020. Grab a drink and join us in the breakroom as we chat about just how resourceful and resilient our veterinary teams have had to be during these unprecedented times.

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