VETgirl Veterinary Continuing Education Podcasts

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Feline Atopic Skin Syndrome (Formerly known as Atopy) with Dr. Alice Jeromin, DACVD | VETgirl Veterinary Continuing Education Podcasts Dec 19, 2022

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In this VETgirl online veterinary continuing education podcast, we interview Dr. Alice Jeromin, DACVD on atopy in cats, which has since been renamed Feline Atopic Skin Syndrome (FASS). Are you missing the diagnosis of atopy in cats? Find out what the clinical signs of atopy are in cats, what signalment, age and breed gets it, and most importantly, how to treat Feline Atopic Skin Syndrome in your feline patients!
Sponsored By: Blue Buffalo

Treating Canine Osteoarthritis with Dr. Kristin Kirkby Shaw | VETgirl Veterinary Continuing Education Podcasts Dec 12, 2022

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In this VETgirl online veterinary CE podcast, we interview Dr. Kristin Kirkby Shaw, DVM, MS, PhD, CCRT, DACVS, DACVSMR on the diagnosis and treatment of osteoarthritis (OA) in dogs. What are some challenges in diagnosing OA in dogs, and how do we manage OA in dogs? What role does the entire veterinary team play when managing dogs with OA? Learn about Nerve Growth Factor (NGF) and how it contributes to the pain associated with osteoarthritis. Also, learn how anti-NGF monoclonal antibodies work to control OA, so we can keep our canine patients comfortable.
Sponsored By: Zoetis

Focused cardiac ultrasound in veterinary medicine with Dr. Christopher Kennedy: Part 1 | VETgirl Veterinary Continuing Education Podcasts Dec 05, 2022

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In today's VETgirl online veterinary continuing education podcast, we interview Dr. Christopher Kennedy, DACVECC, DECVECC, a criticalist at the University of Liège - Belgium, on all things about focused cardiac ultrasound (FCU). Tune in to find out the use of this point-of-care-ultrasound that focuses on the heart, when we should be using FCU, and how we can go about implementing its use in our veterinary patients! Don't forget to listen to part 2 of FCU HERE!
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What you need to know about antibiotics and antimicrobial stewardship with Dr. Natalie Young | VETgirl Veterinary Continuing Education Podcasts Nov 28, 2022

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In today's VETgirl online veterinary continuing education podcast, we talk to Dr. Natalie Young, PharmD, BCSCP, FACVP about all things pharmacokinetics and pharmacodynamics when it comes to antibiotics! If you're prescribing antibiotics EVERY. SINGLE. DAY., you'll want to check out this podcast as we discuss how we can implement appropriate antimicrobial stewardship in our veterinary clinic, and why it's important. Find out how we can improve client compliance with antibiotics, and what common mistakes we want to avoid when it comes to interpretation of culture and susceptibility reports. Lastly, why is this important? Because of antibiotic resistance! Tune in to learn it from this veterinary pharmacist!
Sponsored By: Blue Buffalo, VETgirl

What You Need to Know About Vaccines in Small Animal Practice with Dr. Richard Meadows | VETgirl Veterinary Continuing Education Podcasts Nov 21, 2022

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In today’s VETgirl podcast, we interview Dr. Richard Meadows, DABVP (Canine and Feline) on what you need to know about vaccines in small animal practice. When it comes to Canine Infectious Respiratory Disease (CIRD), what etiologies cause this? Which vaccines should you be reaching for in your canine and feline patients, and how do we determine what is "core" versus "non-core?" How do we best communicate vaccination strategy with our pet owners and improve preventative care? Tune in to learn more and learn it in this VETgirl podcast!
Sponsored By: Elanco

How being a vet makes you a better parent, and how being a parent makes you a better vet with Dr. Michelle Clancy and Dr. Maritza Goller | VETgirl Veterinary Continuing Education Podcasts Nov 14, 2022

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In this VETgirl online veterinary continuing education podcast, we interview Dr. Michelle Clancy and Dr. Maritza Goller of IndeVets on how being a veterinarian makes you a better parent, and how being a parent makes you a better veterinary professional! Tune in for some parenting life hacks for veterinary professionals!
Sponsored By: IndeVets

Self-care, After-care, and Professional care in Veterinary Medicine with Jeannine Moga, LSW | VETgirl Veterinary Continuing Education Podcasts Nov 07, 2022

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In this VETgirl online veterinary continuing education podcast, VETgirl's Chief Happiness Officer, Jeannine Moga, MA, MSW, LCSW, clinical veterinary social worker, chats with Dr. Justine Lee, DACVECC, DABT on self-care, after-care, and professional care for veterinary professionals. What can we do to take care of ourselves as veterinarians, veterinary technicians, and veterinary students? It's more than just a bubble bath and glass of wine... after all, scheduling and prioritizing self care, having awareness and goal setting, and taking the leap of professional care are all an important part of general wellness.

Myxomatous mitral valve disease in Miniature Schnauzers and Yorkshire Terriers | VETgirl Veterinary Continuing Education Podcasts Oct 31, 2022

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In today's VETgirl online veterinary continuing education podcast, we discuss the high prevalence of myxomatous mitral valve disease (MMVD) in dogs, particularly in smaller breeds. We'll also review the wide variation in outcomes that occur as a result of MMVD and how it has stimulated discussion as what factors may impact these variable outcomes. Some dogs with MMVD will never develop clinical signs referable to their disease during their lifetime, while others will progress to outcomes such as congestive heart failure, pulmonary hypertension, or cardiac arrhythmias. Whether significant differences in clinical progression occur among breeds has not been extensively investigated outside of Cavalier King Charles Spaniels, Dachshunds, and Miniature Poodles.
Sponsored By: Royal Canin

Decoding Signs of Urinary Issues for Cat Owners with Dr. Chris Pachel | VETgirl Veterinary Continuing Education Podcasts Oct 24, 2022

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In this VETgirl online veterinary continuing education podcast, we interview Dr. Christopher Pachel, DACVB, CABC on how to decode signs of urinary issues for cat owners. What are some common stressors for our feline patients, and how can this stress impact their urinary healthy? Tune in to learn what undesirable behaviors can be caused by stress, and what obvious to more subtle signs of stress can be seen in cats. Find out what key questions to ask about patient history including the home environment and feeding that may play a role, and learn recommendations for cat owners when it comes to all things behavior!
Sponsored By: Royal Canin

Should I apply for an internship with Dr. Justine Johnson, DACVECC | VETgirl Veterinary Continuing Education Podcasts Oct 17, 2022

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In today's VETgirl online veterinary continuing education podcast, we interview Dr. Justine Johnson, DACVECC, Chief of Staff at Ocean State Veterinary Specialists on whether or not you should apply for an internship in veterinary medicine. Is it worth the delay in paying off your loans? Is it worth it to defer one year of making money? While AVMA and academia also have different opinions on this, listen in to hear veterinary specialists discuss applying for an internship is worth it!