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What You Need to Know About Canine Osteoarthritis and the Canine Osteoarthritis Staging Tool with Dr. David Dycus | VETgirl Veterinary Continuing Education Podcasts Mar 25, 2024

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In today's VETgirl online veterinary CE podcast, we talk to Dr. David Dycus, MS, CCRP, DACVS about what you need to know about managing canine osteoarthritis (OA), how it affects our canine patient's quality of life, and what we can do about it. Tune in to learn about the Canine Osteoarthritis Staging Tool (COAST), how it affects our veterinary patient outcomes, and what to do if you're hesitant to use NSAIDs long term! What role do anti-NGF monoclonal antibody products (e.g., Librela) have for the treatment of OA?
Sponsored By: Elanco

Clinical Signs And Prognosis Between Dogs With Left Atrial Rupture Secondary To Myxomatous Mitral Valve Disease And Neoplastic Cardiac Tamponade | VETgirl Veterinary Continuing Education Podcasts Mar 18, 2024

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In today's VETgirl online veterinary CE podcast, we review the clinical signs, clinical course and prognosis for dogs diagnosed with pericardial effusion secondary to either left atrial rupture from myxomatous mitral valve disease versus those with neoplastic cardiac tamponade. This is based off a recent study by Sugiura et al entitled “Retrospective evaluation of clinical signs, clinical course, and prognosis between dogs with left atrial rupture secondary to myxomatous mitral valve disease and those with neoplastic cardiac tamponade (2015-2019): 70 cases.”

Do you need a financial advisor? with Tom Seeko and CJ Burnett | VETgirl Veterinary Continuing Education Podcasts Mar 11, 2024

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In this VETgirl veterinary continuing education podcast, we interview financial advisors Tom Seeko and CJ Burnett, co-founders of Florida Veterinary Advisors. VETgirl? I have a financial advisor, so the question is, do YOU need a financial advisor? Do you need one who understands the veterinary industry? Tune in as we discuss some of the biggest hurdles that veterinarians experience within their finances, challenges that practice owners can face, and the resources available to the veterinary industry.

Coaching Pet Owners Participating in Food Trials for Allergy Determination with Juliann London | VETgirl Veterinary Continuing Education Podcasts Mar 04, 2024

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In this VETgirl veterinary continuing education podcast, we interview Juliann London AAS, RVT, VTS (Dermatology) on all things dermatology! When it comes to food trials in your veterinary patients, are you doing them correctly? How do you explain to the pet owner why various dermatological testing protocols may be needed to determine if their pet has food allergies? And what about when your pet owner asks about blood or saliva tests for food allergies? When should you implement a food trial and what does your pet owner need to know about food trials? Tune in to learn some tips from a veterinary technician and VTS in dermatology as she reviews some communication tips on coaching pet owners for successful foot trials!
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Top 5 Things that Have Fallen Out of Favor in Vet Med | VETgirl Veterinary Continuing Education Podcasts Feb 26, 2024

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In today's VETgirl online veterinary continuing education podcast, Dr. Justine Lee, DACVECC, DABT and Dr. Garret Pachtinger, DACVECC discuss the top 5 things that have fallen out of favor in veterinary medicine. From pressure wraps to the use of colloids to overuse of antibiotics to "negative explores" or cosmetic surgery, tune in to learn what you shouldn't be doing anymore (from these old school vets!).

Discussing all Things Dermatology with Dr. Brittany Lancellotti | VETgirl Veterinary Continuing Education Podcasts Feb 19, 2024

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In today's VETgirl online veterinary CE podcast, we talk to Dr. Brittany Lancellotti, DACVD about all things derm! Tune in as she discusses some of the biggest challenges in treating dogs with allergic skin disease, and how to deal with owners who become frustrated with their pet's skin disease! What tools should you have in your "derm tool box" to help you treat these derm cases better. And tune in to learn that one thing that veterinarians should know about itchy pets!
Sponsored By: Elanco

Pericardial Effusion in Dogs: Diagnosis andamp; Treatment | VETgirl Veterinary Continuing Education Podcasts Feb 12, 2024

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In today's VETgirl online veterinary CE podcast, we’re going to talk about pericardial effusion – from how to diagnose it, what the clinical signs are, and how to treat it! Most importantly, tune in to learn how to perform a successful pericardiocentesis (well, as best I can teach you via an audio podcast!).

Should I Pursue Research in Veterinary Medicine with Dr. Linda Black | VETgirl Veterinary Continuing Education Podcasts Feb 05, 2024

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In today's VETgirl online veterinary CE podcast, we talk to Dr. Linda Black, DVM, PhD about career advice for veterinarians! Learn the different options out there for veterinarians and veterinary technicians in research settings, some of the steps it might take to get there, and how you know when it's time to make the change in your veterinary path. Plus, learn what Dr. Black's top advice is for veterinarians when it comes to what it's like to be in a research setting. Not sure if you want to go into veterinary research? Tune in to learn more!

Resolutions for On-going Clinical Excellence | VETgirl Veterinary Continuing Education Podcasts Jan 29, 2024

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In this VETgirl veterinary continuing education podcast, we interview Dr. Michelle Clancy, Veterinary Success Advisor and Dr. Paige Baker, Senior Director of Clinical Excellence at IndeVets. At the beginning of every new year, we all set goals and resolutions to improve ourselves and enhance various aspects of our lives. This year let's center our focus on what we can do as veterinarians to continue to advance the care of the animals we help. Join us as we explore the importance of setting professional and clinical goals in vet med, say goodbye to outdated practices in 2023, and reveal the resolutions guiding us in 2024 towards exceptional patient care. Tune in as we discuss what resolutions you should make as a veterinary professional!
Sponsored By: IndeVets

Isoniazid Toxicity in Dogs | VETgirl Veterinary Continuing Education Podcasts Jan 22, 2024

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In today's VETgirl online veterinary CE podcast, Dr. Justine Lee, DACVECC, DABT discusses isoniazid toxicosis in dogs. While isoniazid isn’t a common toxicant seen in dogs, this antimicrobial potentially be fatal when dogs get into poisonous amounts. Isoniazid (commonly known as INH) is a human medication used for tuberculosis. While it is used in veterinary medicine to treat Mycobacterium or Actinomyces, it has a narrow margin of safety in dogs and cats.^1,2 This drug works by blocking the synthesis of mycolic acid. INH depletes the central nervous system (CNS) of pyridoxine and also decreases levels of GABA within the brain. Many assume that since this is an “antibiotic” that it is safe; however, when accidentally ingested in dogs (and rarely, cats), it can result in severe CNS signs (e.g., tremors, refractory seizures, coma, death). The LD₅₀ in dogs is estimated to be as low as 50 mg/kg;^1,2 at this same dose, seizures can be seen. One 300 mg tablet can result in severe poisoning in a 10-pound dog. Other clinical signs include gastrointestinal signs (e.g., hypersalivating, vomiting, diarrhea), acid-base disturbances (e.g., metabolic acidosis), hyperthermia (secondary to tremors or seizures) and organ injury (e.g., hepatic injury, acute kidney injury, etc.). Due to the rapid onset of clinical signs, it is often too late to decontaminate the patient. Gastric lavage under anesthesia may be necessary. Treatment also includes IV fluids, anti-emetics, anticonvulsants, muscle relaxants, supportive care, and the antidote pyridoxine hydrochloride (typically available as 100 mg/ML) (Dose: suggested dose of 71 mg/kg IV, diluted to 5-10%, slow over 30-60 minutes).^1,2 Clinicopathologic monitoring should include a biochemistry panel and recheck hepatic panel (3-5 days later). Vitamin B6/pyridoxine and prompt treatment and antidote therapy is necessary for best outcome. Veterinary professionals must be aware of the narrow margin of safety with this human and veterinary antibiotic.

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