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Deep Dive on Specialist Consults with Dr. Myles McKenna Nov 02, 2023

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Specialists have an essential role in veterinary medicine by ensuring the best possible health care for patients, in a variety of disciplines, including internal medicine, surgery, dermatology, preventive medicine, toxicology, dentistry, behavior and pathology. In this episode of VetFolio Voice, Dr. Cassi chats with Dr. Myles McKenna about the ability of the Zoetis Virtual Laboratory to deliver individualized care in a timely manner and how specialist support can elevate care through one centralized platform. Discover how “specialist support that elevates care” is not just a slogan at Zoetis.

VetConsult: Access Veterinary Clinical Answers Anytime, Anywhere Oct 26, 2023

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Blackwell’s Five-Minute Veterinary Consult covers 845 specific disorders in dogs and cats. It is designed to be a comprehensive and timely reference on canine and feline medicine and provides fast access to key information on the diagnosis and treatment of diseases and conditions that veterinarians encounter in practice. In this edition of the VetFolio Voice podcast, Dr. Cassi hosts Larry Tilley, one of the editors of this invaluable reference. Listen in as they chat about how the book came to be an important support for thousands of veterinarians, and how it’s now available digitally for access wherever and whenever vets need it.

How to Elegantly Extract Teeth (Yes, Even Those Teeth!) Oct 19, 2023

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When Ben Franklin famously said that “an ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure,” he could have been referring to preventive dental care in dogs and cats. In this episode of VetFolio Voice, Dr. Cassi chats with Dr. Jan Bellows, a multi-board certified veterinary dental specialist. They discuss preventive dental care, including how to obtain the VOHC seal of acceptance, different products for preventative home dental care, and Dr. Bellows’ “Elegant Extraction” technique. Earn CE while getting Dr. Bellows’ tips and tricks for the extraction technique, making dental blocks successful and navigating some common complications, all of which help ensure efficient extraction, decreased pain and surgical trauma for the patient, and decreased stress for the practitioner and patient. 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/how-to-elegantly-extract-teeth-yes-even-those-teeth-podcast-quiz

Current Trends for Managing Osteoarthritis: A Surgeon’s Perspective Oct 12, 2023

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Osteoarthritis (OA) in pets have reportedly been on the rise for years. How can veterinary professionals reverse the trend and achieve a better outcome for their patients? In this VetFolio Voice podcast episode, Dr. Cassi chats with Dr. Davis Dycus about the pathophysiology of OA, objective scoring measures for evaluating OA in a patient, important client communication points from predisposition and early diagnosis to progressive or severe OA, and effective strategies for maintaining joint health and managing flare-ups in affected patients.

In the Company of Colleagues: Vet Tech Edition Oct 05, 2023

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VMX 2023 was the largest conference and expo in the NAVC’s history. Thousands of veterinary professionals from all over the world came to Orlando, Florida, to learn, network and have fun. It was the perfect opportunity for our staff veterinary technician, Sam Sacasa, to be on the Expo Hall floor and talk to her peers. In this edition of the VetFolio Voice podcast, join Sam as she gathers unique and thoughtful perspectives on important topics affecting veterinary technicians today.

That Didn’t Go as Planned! (Unexpected Challenges and Joys in VetMed) Sep 28, 2023

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Your days in the clinic can be chaotic, messy and just plain hard. On top of that, your professional identity has become intertwined with your personal one, affecting your well-being. Sometimes, nothing in the clinic goes according to plan, leaving you overwhelmed. But before you leap to the conclusion that this episode of the VetFolio Voice podcast is yet another gloomy and pessimistic look at the veterinary profession, we’d like to introduce you to our fun-loving and optimistic guest, Kelsey Beth Carpenter (her LinkedIn profile: “Registered Veterinary Technician with a side of music and humor!”). Kelsey totally gets the challenges, but she has found a way to embrace her career in VetMed, accept the unpredictable, become empowered through her creative side, and remain positive in the face of challenges and uncertainty. Kelsey’s dream for veterinary professionals is that they find happiness in their career. Don’t miss this fun, compassionate and inspiring episode! It might just be the “medicine” you need in your life right now.

Advances in Managing CKD-associated Anemia in Cats Sep 21, 2023

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Chronic kidney disease (CKD) in a cat can be difficult for the veterinary practitioner to treat, and for the pet owner, it is a disease that requires day-to-day management. One of CKD’s complications, nonregenerative anemia, often contributes to the death or euthanasia of an affected cat. In this VetFolio Voice podcast episode, Dr. Shelly Vaden joins host Dr. Cassi in a discussion about the first drug for the control of nonregenerative anemia associated with CKD in cats, Varenzin-CA1 (molidustat oral suspension). Learn about what this novel drug does, how it is used, and how to monitor the patient during its administration.

New Treatment: Moving Dogs from Lagging Behind to Leading the Walk Sep 14, 2023

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New Treatment for Canine OA In this VetFolio Voice podcast, Dr. Cassi chats with Dr. Tamara Grubb about a new species-specific monoclonal antibody approved by the FDA to control osteoarthritis pain in dogs.

Dry Eye in Dogs – Types and Treatments Sep 07, 2023

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Dry eye — keratoconjunctivitis sicca (KCS) — is an ocular condition commonly diagnosed in dogs and can become a very uncomfortable and painful condition for the patient. Tune in to this episode of VetFolio Voice as Dr. Cassi hosts two board-certified veterinary ophthalmologists to chat about the different types of dry eye and how to identify them, as well as discuss the available treatment options. The good news: For the majority of affected patients, the prognosis for long-term comfort and maintenance of vision can be excellent. 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/dry-eye-in-dogs-types-and-treatments-podcast-quiz

Being an Antimicrobial Steward While Treating UTIs Aug 31, 2023

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Antibiotics are frequently prescribed for pets with urinary tract infections (UTIs), but antimicrobial resistance (AMR) is a real-life dilemma that presents a One Health challenge to veterinary clinicians. VetFolio Voice podcast host Dr. Cassi discusses the latest guidelines for treating UTIs in small animal patients and important pharmacological concepts for antibiotics with Dr. Natalie Young, who is board certified through the Board of Pharmacy Specialists in sterile compounding. They address the dangers posed by antimicrobial resistance and the “catch-22” circumstance veterinarians face as they balance their “gut checks” versus their desire to be good antimicrobial stewards.

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