Clinician's Brief: The Podcast

Latest Episodes:

Oral Tumors with Dr. Boston Oct 12, 2020

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In this episode, host Beckie Mossor, RVT, talks to Sarah Boston, DVM, DVSc, DACVS, ACVS Founding Fellow of Surgical Oncology, ACVS Founding Fellow of Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery, about her recent Clinician’s Brief article, “Oral Tumors.” Dr. Boston shares her game plan for how to get successful outcomes with things like oral squamous cell carcinoma and melanoma. Because many tumors are found during routine dentals, she gives very practical instructions on how those situations should—and shouldn’t—be handled. Finally, Dr. Boston shares the importance of providing client support through aggressive orofacial surgery cases.

Resources:

https://www.cliniciansbrief.com/article/oral-tumors

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The Team:

Beckie Mossor, RVT - Host
Alexis Ussery - Producer & Digital Content Coordinator
Randall Stupka - Podcast Production & Sound Editing
Michelle Munkres - Senior Director of Content

Where to find Dr. Boston:

Twitter: @drsarahboston
Instagram: @drsarahboston
https://drsarahboston.com

Jaw Fractures with Dr. Miller Sep 28, 2020

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In this episode, host Beckie Mossor, RVT, talks to Jonathan Miller, DVM, MS, DACVS (Small Animal), about his recent Clinician’s Brief article, “Jaw Fractures.” Dr. Miller reviews the situations that are typically associated with jaw fractures. He also explains why jaw fractures are challenging for clients to notice and for veterinarians to diagnose. Rounding it out, Dr. Miller discusses treatment and postoperative care.

Resources:

https://www.cliniciansbrief.com/article/jaw-fractures

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Podcast@briefmedia.com

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

The Team:

Beckie Mossor, RVT - Host
Alexis Ussery - Producer & Digital Content Coordinator
Randall Stupka - Podcast Production & Sound Editing
Michelle Munkres - Senior Director of Content

Advising Pet Owners on Nutritional Adequacy with Dr. Linder Sep 14, 2020

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In this episode, host Beckie Mossor, RVT, is joined by Deborah Linder, DVM, MS, DACVN, to talk about her recent Clinician’s Brief article, “Advising Pet Owners on Nutritional Adequacy.” Often a hot topic filled with strong opinions, Dr. Linder shares her approach when speaking with clients about what to feed their pets. She discusses putting an emphasis on evidence when answering frequently asked pet food questions, but remaining flexible because evidence can change. Dr. Linder also talks about how to strike a balance between educating the clients who want to be told exactly what to do and the ones who want to know how to figure it out for themselves.

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The Team:

Beckie Mossor, RVT - Host
Alexis Ussery - Producer & Digital Content Coordinator
Randall Stupka - Podcast Production & Sound Editing
Michelle Munkres - Senior Director of Content

Acute Pleural Effusion with Dr. Linklater Aug 31, 2020

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In this episode, host Beckie Mossor, RVT, talks to Andrew Linklater, DVM, DACVECC, about his recent Clinician’s Brief article, “Acute Pleural Effusion in a Dog.” Dr. Linklater talks about what he learned from Marcus’ case—the dog featured in his article. He also gives in-depth reviews for both (yes, there was more than one) of the complicated conditions Marcus was diagnosed with and reminds us that starting with even the most basic tests can be a good way to start.

Resources:

https://www.cliniciansbrief.com/article/acute-pleural-effusion-dog

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Podcast@briefmedia.com

Where to find us:

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

The Team:

Beckie Mossor, RVT - Host
Alexis Ussery - Producer & Digital Content Coordinator
Randall Stupka - Podcast Production & Sound Editing
Michelle Munkres - Senior Director of Content

Feline Osteoarthritis with Dr. Colleran Aug 24, 2020

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In this episode, host Beckie Mossor, RVT, connects with Elizabeth Colleran, DVM, MS, DABVP, to discuss the growing prevalence of feline osteoarthritis (OA), including treating and managing OA-associated pain. Cats are never themselves when in the clinic, which can complicate obtaining an accurate pain assessment. Dr. Colleran also shares expert tips and tools for conducting pain assessments, obtaining a thorough patient history, and getting pet owners to maintain good follow-up and compliance.

Resources:

https://www.zoetisus.com/oa-pain/feline-oa-pain.aspx

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Podcast@briefmedia.com

Where to find us:

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

The Team:

Beckie Mossor, RVT - Host
Alexis Ussery - Producer & Digital Content Coordinator
Randall Stupka - Podcast Production & Sound Editing
Michelle Munkres - Senior Director of Content

Cystocentesis with Dr. Odunayo Aug 10, 2020

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In this episode, host Beckie Mossor, RVT, is joined by Adesola Odunayo, DVM, MS, DACVECC, to talk about her recent Clinician’s Brief article, “Cystocentesis.” Dr. Odunayo shares her knowledge covering all aspects of this procedure—from why to when to how. She talks about potential complications and overall safety. Dr. Odunayo also discusses specific scenarios, including decompressive cystocentesis in cases of urethral obstruction.

Resources:

https://www.cliniciansbrief.com/article/cystocentesis

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Podcast@briefmedia.com

Where to find us:

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

The Team:

Beckie Mossor, RVT - Host
Alexis Ussery - Producer & Digital Content Coordinator
Randall Stupka - Podcast Production & Sound Editing
Michelle Munkres - Senior Director of Content

Epiphora with Dr. Haeussler Jul 27, 2020

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In this episode, host Beckie Mossor, RVT, talks to DJ Haeussler Jr, DVM, MS, DACVO, about his recent Clinician’s Brief article, “Epiphora in Dogs.” Dr. Haeussler starts with the general conditions that lead to epiphora, contrasting those that should be fixed with those that can be lived with. He then moves to the diagnostic process, emphasizing that we all should be doing more tear testing. Dr. Haeussler also gives some tips for flushing nasolacrimal ducts and shares his 3 main ocular symptoms clients need to keep an eye out for.

Resources:

https://www.cliniciansbrief.com/article/epiphora-dogs

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Podcast@briefmedia.com

Where to find us:

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

The Team:

Beckie Mossor, RVT - Host
Alexis Ussery - Producer & Digital Content Coordinator
Randall Stupka - Podcast Production & Sound Editing
Michelle Munkres - Senior Director of Content

FLUTD with Dr. St. Denis Jul 22, 2020

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In this episode, host Beckie Mossor, RVT, chats with Kelly St. Denis, MSc, DVM, DABVP (Feline), about the formidable and frustrating feline lower urinary tract disease (FLUTD). A boarded feline specialist, Dr. St. Denis shares her wisdom in evaluating and managing cats—and clients. She reviews the individual diagnoses that comprise FLUTD, with a focus on feline idiopathic cystitis (FIC) as the most common cause, and discusses current best practices in therapy, including environmental enrichment and the role of therapeutic diets.

Resources:

Contact us:

Podcast@briefmedia.com

Where to find us:

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

The Team:

Beckie Mossor, RVT - Host
Alexis Ussery - Producer & Digital Content Coordinator
Randall Stupka - Podcast Production & Sound Editing
Michelle Munkres - Senior Director of Content

Intussusception Reduction with Dr. Latimer Jul 13, 2020

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In this episode, host Beckie Mossor, RVT, talks to Christian Latimer, DVM, CCRP, DACVS-SA, about his recent Clinician’s Brief article, “Intussusception Reduction.” Though rare, Dr. Latimer reviews those patients who are at greatest risk for developing intussusceptions, as well as how to diagnose them. He goes into great detail about treatment options and whether what we do has an impact on recurrence. Dr. Latimer also makes sure we all keep our terms straight: intussuscipiens vs intussusceptum.

Resources:

https://www.cliniciansbrief.com/article/intussusception-reduction

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Podcast@briefmedia.com

Where to find us:

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

The Team:

Beckie Mossor, RVT - Host
Alexis Ussery - Producer & Digital Content Coordinator
Randall Stupka - Podcast Production & Sound Editing
Michelle Munkres - Senior Director of Content

Owner Compliance with Pet Medication Regimens with Dr. Tobias Jun 29, 2020

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In this episode, host Beckie Mossor, RVT, connects with Karen Tobias, DVM, MS, DACVS, to dive into her recent Clinician’s Brief article, “Improving Owner Compliance with Pet Medication Regimens.” Client compliance can be a 50/50 proposition, and Dr. Tobias explains why pet owners can have trouble giving medications. She then lays out the ways veterinary teams can help clients succeed down to the very last drop, pill, or mL. Dr. Tobias also shares yet another reason to practice evidence-based medicine.

Resources:

https://www.cliniciansbrief.com/article/improving-owner-compliance-pet-medication-regimens

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