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Is There an Adult in the Room? Wait. I Am the Adult May 30, 2024

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For many, earning a DVM degree is the fulfillment of a lifelong dream. You know the road ahead will be rewarding, but are you really prepared to practice veterinary medicine? In this VetFolio Voice podcast episode, Dr. Cassi chats with Dr. Grace Forker on the realities of a veterinary career. They compare notes about the challenges they faced as first-year veterinarians and those they had 10 years after graduating. Don’t miss their insightful conversation as they share their perspectives on what it’s like to be put in a leadership position when your diploma is still brand-new, the benefits and challenges they’ve had in practicing medicine outside of the “Ivory Tower,” how to navigate the “how long have you been practicing?” question, tips for responding to client communication questions in general, and the importance of collaborative medicine.

Compounding of Animal Drugs May 23, 2024

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Are you aware of the U.S. Food and Drug Administration's (FDA) new rules for compounded drugs for animals and how they will impact your prescribing and dispensing practices? Listen in to this VetFolio Voice podcast, earn CE, and learn about the changes impacting veterinarians as the FDA transitions to its current plan of regulating animal drugs compounded from bulk. We'll delve into the “rules” that have always been in place, and how the renewed effort to enforce those rules, while protecting patients, will affect the availability and use of compounded animal drugs.

Balancing Acts: Managing Urinary Health Along with Common Comorbidities May 16, 2024

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As a veterinary professional, you understand the crucial role of nutrition in the prevention and treatment of many diseases and conditions in pets. Oftentimes, however, health problems in companion animals don’t occur in a vacuum. Are you confident in making diet-related recommendations when your patient has multiple conditions? In this VetFolio Voice CE podcast episode, join Dr. Cassi as she hosts Dr. Adam Rudinsky, who reviews canine urolithiasis, including common types of stones, treatment considerations and client communication, as well as nutritional management of this condition, even when comorbidities are present. Want to earn CE from this episode? Be sure to log into VetFolio and take the quiz to qualify for your CE credit! https://www.vetfolio.com/courses/balancing-acts-managing-urinary-health-along-with-common-comorbidities-podcast-quiz

You Can Go Your Own Way: Finding Your Own Path In Veterinary Medicine May 09, 2024

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The career path that most of us imagine when we think of veterinarians or veterinary technicians is the role of a general practitioner or technician who takes care of small companion animals. But there are many potential career options for all veterinary professionals within the veterinary field. Students who enter a Doctor of Veterinary Medicine or veterinary technician program can choose the path that suits them, including nontraditional ones, as long as they have a mentor to help guide them, a willingness to step outside their comfort zone, and the confidence to seize opportunities when they present themselves. Listen to the nontraditional path Dr. Jessie Stanley took in this inspiring episode of the VetFolio Voice podcast.

Derm Updates: New Study on Steroid Use & Updates on Chewables May 02, 2024

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Dermatology conditions are among the most common reasons owners bring their pets into the veterinary clinic. These issues are also among the most difficult for you to treat, so it’s important to know your options. Tune into this informative VetFolio Voice podcast, as Dr. Dana Liska, a veterinary dermatologist with Zoetis, and Dr. Cassi highlight some key findings in a new study on adverse events with short-term steroid use in dogs. A few surprising findings debunk some of the myths and misperceptions about steroid side effects and have implications for pet owner communication on treatment options. Dr. Liska addresses the advantages of a chewable medication for canine allergic itch, including why pet owners prefer a chewable, how a chewable can lead to better compliance and decreased caregiver burden, and data around food allergy, speed of onset and transitioning patients onto the chewable.

Overcoming the Great Imitator, Addison’s Disease in Vet Med Apr 25, 2024

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In veterinary medicine, Addison’s disease – hypoadrenocorticism – has been called “the Great Imitator” because it can mimic so many other diseases. Patients often present with vague clinical signs or biochemical abnormalities, making it challenging to correctly diagnose. In fact, it’s been said that managing Addison’s is not nearly as difficult as making the diagnosis in the first place. This CE episode of the VetFolio Voice podcast discusses diagnosing Addison’s disease in veterinary patients with nebulous clinical signs or biochemical abnormalities. It also covers routine approaches to management and prognosis. Want to earn CE credit for this podcast? Log into VetFolio to take the quiz and earn your CE credit. https://www.vetfolio.com/courses/overcoming-the-great-imitator-addisons-disease-in-vet-med-podcast-quiz

Bakers, Baristas and the Journey to ZooMed Apr 18, 2024

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Whatever she has accomplished — moving from Brazil to the U.S., transitioning into ZooMed, founding Vetahead — Dr. Lyla Proença has made a leap of faith and deep passion to pursue her dreams. In this episode of VetFolio Voice, Dr. Proença shares her journey of validating her veterinary diploma in the United States after moving from Brazil. She reveals the work, sweat and tears, and even how she considered changing career paths, which led her to ZooMed and the founding of VetAhead. Dr. Cassi and Dr. Proença discuss the core values that are the foundational support of VetAhead, the importance of access to knowledge for all veterinary professionals, and access to care for all species. They cover the importance of critical thinking when it comes to managing exotic species and the importance of recognizing and preserving the human animal bond with species beyond just dogs and cats.

Advances in the Treatment of Feline Diabetes Mellitus Apr 11, 2024

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In this VetFolio Voice podcast episode, Dr. Cassi chats with Dr. Patty Lathan about the pathophysiology of feline diabetes mellitus and some exciting updates in the treatment of diabetes mellitus including sodium-glucose cotransporter 2 (SGLT2) inhibitors. They discuss the importance for veterinary practitioners to understand how these medications work, the recommendations for monitoring these patients and the adverse side effects and complications. They also explore some important updates on insulin, including the availability of glargine at a much lower price and upcoming clinical trials for a once weekly insulin formulation. Want to earn CE from this episode? Be sure to log into VetFolio and take the quiz to qualify for your CE credit! https://www.vetfolio.com/courses/advances-in-the-treatment-of-feline-diabetes-mellitus-podcast-quiz-1

THC Toxicity Apr 04, 2024

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Though rare, marijuana poisoning in pets is on the rise as the result of pet owners having increased legal access to marijuana and marijuana-infused products (both medicinal and recreational). Though the toxicity is typically mild, THC (delta-9 tetrahydrocannabinol) — the psychoactive compound in marijuana that makes people high — is toxic to pets and is no laughing matter. Tune in to this informative episode of the VetFolio Voice podcast to learn about the sources of THC toxicities, the clinical signs, diagnostics, and decontamination and treatment plans, as well as how to manage the rare case when the toxicity is severe.

Clinical Updates on Pancreatitis in Dogs Mar 28, 2024

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The clinical signs of canine pancreatitis, which can range from mild to severe, can escalate rapidly. In severe cases, extra-pancreatic inflammation can lead to multi-organ failure, systemic inflammatory response syndrome, and death. Until now, the standard of care for dogs with this disease has been centered on supportive care only, including fluid therapy, pain and anti-nausea medications, and management of underlying causes, concurrent diseases and systemic complications. In this episode of the VetFolio Voice podcast, Dr. Cassi chats with Harry Cridge, an internal medicine specialist, about everything you need to know regarding pancreatitis in your patients, including the pathophysiology, diagnosis and causes of the disease. Earn CE and learn about effective treatment plans for dogs with acute pancreatitis, including a novel drug that targets neutrophilic inflammation, Panoquell®-CA1 (fuzapladib sodium for injection). Want to earn CE for this episode? Head over to VetFolio to take the quiz and earn your CE credit. https://www.vetfolio.com/courses/clinical-updates-on-pancreatitis-in-dogs-podcast-quiz

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