In this episode, Jeffrey Berk, VMD, MRCVS, joined us to talk about his involvement in Thoroughbred sales, particularly for yearlings, 2-year-olds, and young track horses. Dr. Berk began his veterinary career as a racetrack practitioner and subsequently started a practice in Ocala, Florida. He is currently residing and practicing in Lexington, Kentucky, with Equine Medical Associates. His primary practice focus is international Thoroughbred sales work. His horse ownership has included the purchas...
Jul 18, 2025•25 min•Ep. 162
In this episode, Melanie Perrier, DrMedVet, DACVS, DECVS, CERP, discussed some of the equine rehabilitation modalities she commonly uses in practice, including mesotherapy, laser therapy, and kinesiotape. She talked about how she decides which modalities to incorporate into her treatment plan when evaluating a case for rehabilitation, and she offered advice for veterinarians interested in expanding their rehabilitation offerings. This episode of Disease Du Jour is brought to you by Equithrive. D...
Jul 03, 2025•31 min•Ep. 161
In this episode, Sallie Hyman, VMD, DACVIM-LA, CVA, CVTP, MBA, joined us to discuss the lameness evaluation technology Equinosis Q. She explained different applications for this technology and how she’s incorporated it into her practice. She also briefly discussed some of the other objective lameness technologies currently on the market, including Sleip. This episode of Disease Du Jour is brought to you by Bimeda. Disease Du Jour Podcast Hosts, Guests, and Links Episode 160: Host: Carly Sisson (...
Jun 19, 2025•26 min•Ep. 160
In this episode, Erica Macon, MS, PAS, Ph.D., joined us to discuss equine metabolic syndrome and insulin dysregulation, including diagnostic tools, feeding recommendations, pharmaceutical treatment, ongoing research, and more. This episode of Disease Du Jour is brought to you by Bimeda. Dr. Macon is an Assistant Professor of Equine Science in the Department of Animal Science at Texas A&M University. For her master’s and Ph.D., she focused on equine nutritional endocrinology. Her dissertation...
Jun 05, 2025•35 min•Ep. 159
In this episode, Travis Tull, DVM, DACVS, joined us to discuss cervical nerve root compression in horses, including clinical signs, diagnosis, and management. He also described a surgical technique for treating the condition called percutaneous endoscopic foraminotomy, which he has helped pioneer in the United States. This episode of Disease Du Jour is brought to you by Equithrive. Disease Du Jour Podcast Hosts, Guests, and Links Episode 158: Host: Carly Sisson (Digital Content Manager) of EquiM...
May 15, 2025•26 min•Ep. 158
In this episode, Isabelle Kilcoyne, DVM, DACVS, joined us to discuss regional limb perfusions. She talked about clinical applications, antibiotic selection, her recommended techniques, and more. This episode of Disease Du Jour is brought to you by Equithrive. Disease Du Jour Podcast Hosts, Guests, and Links Episode 157: Host: Carly Sisson (Digital Content Manager) of EquiManagement | Email Carly (CSisson@equinenetwork.com) Guest: Dr. Isabelle Kilcoyne, DVM, DACVS Podcast Website: Disease Du Jour...
May 01, 2025•30 min•Ep. 157
In this episode, Sally DeNotta, DVM, PhD, DACVIM, joined us to talk about equine infectious disease patterns and emerging threats. She offered advice on how veterinarians can help protect their patients, especially in the face of natural disasters and climate change. This episode of Disease Du Jour is brought to you by Bimeda. Disease Du Jour Podcast Hosts, Guests, and Links Episode 156: Host: Carly Sisson (Digital Content Manager) of EquiManagement | Email Carly (CSisson@equinenetwork.com) Gues...
Apr 17, 2025•31 min•Ep. 156
In this episode, Bruce Whittle, DVM, owner of Honey Creek Veterinary Hospital, in Trenton, Missouri, joined us to talk all things equine dentistry, from the basic oral examination to common abnormalities and strategies for addressing them. This episode of Disease Du Jour is brought to you by Bimeda Equine. Disease Du Jour Podcast Hosts, Guests, and Links Episode 155: Host: Carly Sisson (Digital Content Manager) of EquiManagement | Email Carly (CSisson@equinenetwork.com) Guest: Bruce Whittle, DVM...
Apr 03, 2025•37 min•Ep. 155
In this episode, Beau Whitaker, DVM, CERP, joined us to discuss equine asthma and exercise-induced pulmonary hemorrhage (EIPH), including clinical signs, risk factors, and treatment and management options. This episode of Disease Du Jour is brought to you by Equithrive. Disease Du Jour Podcast Hosts, Guests, and Links Episode 154: Host: Carly Sisson (Digital Content Manager) of EquiManagement | Email Carly (CSisson@equinenetwork.com) Guest: Beau Whitaker, DVM, CERP Podcast Website: Disease Du Jo...
Mar 20, 2025•30 min•Ep. 154
In this episode, Jennifer Madera, DVM, joined us to discuss the role of the FEI endurance veterinarian and social license to operate at FEI endurance events. She also talks about how she first became involved with endurance events and offers advice to veterinarians interested in working at these competitions. This episode of Disease Du Jour is brought to you by Equithrive. Disease Du Jour Podcast Hosts, Guests, and Links Episode 153: Host: Carly Sisson (Digital Content Manager) of EquiManagement...
Mar 06, 2025•21 min•Ep. 153
In this episode, Sara Langsam, VMD, joined us to discuss the AAEP’s wearable biometric sensor research project for Thoroughbred racehorses. As chair of the racing committee, Langsam has spearheaded this effort, which the AAEP hopes will help address catastrophic musculoskeletal injuries in these horses. This episode of Disease Du Jour is brought to you by Bimeda Equine. Disease Du Jour Podcast Hosts, Guests, and Links Episode 152: Host: Carly Sisson (Digital Content Manager) of EquiManagement | ...
Feb 20, 2025•20 min•Ep. 152
In this episode, AAEP President Tracy Turner, DVM, MS, DACVS, DACVSMR, joined us to talk about physical examinations. He discussed everything from why thorough physical exams are important, what they can tell you about a patient before you send them for imaging, and how you can improve your examination skills. This episode of the Disease Du Jour podcast is brought to you by Bimeda Equine. Disease Du Jour Podcast Hosts, Guests, and Links Episode 151: Host: Carly Sisson (Digital Content Manager) o...
Feb 06, 2025•24 min•Ep. 151
In this episode, Stacie Boswell, DVM, DACVS, discussed caring for horses in cold weather. Boswell, who practices in Montana, described some of the health issues she commonly encounters during the winter, offered advice on caring for senior horses and young horses, discussed some of the challenges ambulatory veterinarians face, and more. The Disease Du Jour podcast is brought to you by Merck Animal Health. Disease Du Jour Podcast Hosts, Guests, and Links Episode 150: Host: Carly Sisson (Digital C...
Dec 26, 2024•24 min•Ep. 150
In this episode, Erin Newkirk, DVM, joined us to discuss contagious equine metritis (CEM) and the current outbreak in Florida. She talked about how the U.S. has remained largely CEM-free, vulnerabilities for spread in this country, quarantine protocols, and why this current outbreak is unique. The Disease Du Jour podcast is brought to you by Merck Animal Health. Disease Du Jour Podcast Hosts, Guests, and Links Episode 149: Host: Carly Sisson (Digital Content Manager) of EquiManagement | Email Ca...
Dec 12, 2024•17 min•Ep. 149
In this episode, DVM, DABVP (Equine Practice), joined us to preview some of the sessions and opportunities she is most looking forward to at the 2024 American Association of Equine Practitioners (AAEP) Conference, which is being held Dec. 7-11 in Orlando, Florida. The Disease Du Jour podcast is brought to you by Merck Animal Health. Disease Du Jour Podcast Hosts, Guests, and Links Episode 148: Host: Carly Sisson (Digital Content Manager) of EquiManagement | Email Carly (CSisson@equinenetwork.com...
Nov 27, 2024•22 min•Ep. 148
In this episode, Sarah Cohen, DVM, joined us to discuss the role of the permitted treating veterinarian at FEI/USEF competitions, especially with regard to current discussions around social license to operate. She talked about the differences between a permitted treating veterinarian and an official veterinarian, how current discussions on social license are influencing discussions within the FEI and USEF, what’s involved in the trot-up process, and what it’s like to work as a holding box veteri...
Nov 14, 2024•20 min•Ep. 147
In this episode, Alvaro Bonilla, DVM, MS, Dipl. ACVS, joined us to discuss arthroscopy in horses. He explained some of the different applications for arthroscopy, the benefits of minimally invasive techniques, wireless arthroscopy, and more. The Disease Du Jour podcast is brought to you by Merck Animal Health. Disease Du Jour Podcast Hosts, Guests, and Links Episode 146: Host: Carly Sisson (Digital Content Manager) of EquiManagement | Email Carly (CSisson@equinenetwork.com) Guest: Dr. Alvaro Bon...
Oct 31, 2024•30 min•Ep. 146
In this episode, José García-López, VMD, DACVS, DACVSMR, joined us to discuss nuchal bursitis in horses. He talked about the clinical signs, risk factors, treatment options, recovering process, and overall prognosis. The Disease Du Jour podcast is brought to you by Merck Animal Health. Disease Du Jour Podcast Hosts, Guests, and Links Episode 145: Host: Carly Sisson (Digital Content Manager) of EquiManagement | Email Carly (CSisson@equinenetwork.com) Guest: Podcast Website: Disease Du Jour The Di...
Oct 17, 2024•21 min•Ep. 145
In this episode, Jennifer Groon, VMD, joined us to discuss importing horses from Europe. She discussed the recommended tests to perform prior to purchasing the horse and after the horse arrives in the U.S., the quarantine process, common health issues in imported horses, and the role of an in-flight veterinarian. The Disease Du Jour Podcast is brought to you by Merck Animal Health. Disease Du Jour Podcast Hosts, Guests, and Links Episode 144: Host: Carly Sisson (Digital Content Manager) of EquiM...
Oct 03, 2024•21 min•Ep. 144
In this episode, Shannon Reed, DVM, MS, DACVS (LA), joined us to discuss common health concerns for Thoroughbreds transitioning from racing to sport careers, as well as some of the opportunities available for OTTBs. The Disease Du Jour podcast is brought to you by Merck Animal Health. Disease Du Jour Podcast Hosts, Guests, and Links Episode 143: Host: Carly Sisson (Digital Content Manager) of EquiManagement | Email Carly (CSisson@equinenetwork.com) Guest: Shannon Reed, DVM, MS, DACVS (LA) Podcas...
Sep 19, 2024•24 min•Ep. 143
In this episode, Julia Felippe, MV, MS, PhD, DACVIM (LAIM), joined us to discuss the equine immune system. She described its primary components, explained the different types of immunity (humoral, innate, and cell-mediated), and discussed ways veterinarians can help support immune health in their patients. Learn more about immune health from the Veterinary & Comparative Clinical Immunology Society: https://www.vccis.org/ The Disease Du Jour podcast is brought to you by Merck Animal Health. D...
Sep 05, 2024•29 min•Ep. 142
In this episode, Maureen Kelleher, DVM, DACVS, DACVSMR, CVA, joined us to discuss diagnostic anesthesia. She talked about the types of lameness exams in which diagnostic anesthesia is useful, drug preferences, tips for maximum efficacy, and more. The Disease Du Jour podcast is brought to you by Merck Animal Health. Disease Du Jour Podcast Hosts, Guests, and Links Episode 141: Host: Carly Sisson (Digital Content Manager) of EquiManagement | Email Carly (CSisson@equinenetwork.com) Guest: Maureen K...
Aug 22, 2024•17 min•Ep. 141
In this episode, Carly Turner-Garcia, DVM, DACT, joins us to discuss ovum pick up (OPU) and Intracytoplasmic Sperm Injection (ICSI). She explains some of the advantages of these procedures, the overall success rate, the risks involved, and the facility requirements. The Disease Du Jour podcast is brought to you by Merck Animal Health. Disease Du Jour Podcast Hosts, Guests, and Links Episode 140: Host: Carly Sisson (Digital Content Manager) of EquiManagement | Email Carly (CSisson@equinenetwork.c...
Aug 08, 2024•26 min•Ep. 140
In this episode, Christine Staten, DVM, MBA, joined us to talk about heat stress and heat stroke in horses. She explained the difference between heat stress and stroke, discussed clinical signs, and provided an overview of different management options. Disease Du Jour Podcast Hosts, Guests, and Links Episode 138: Host: Carly Sisson (Digital Content Manager) of EquiManagement | Email Carly (CSisson@equinenetwork.com) Guest: Christine Staten, DVM, MBA Podcast Website: Disease Du Jour The Disease D...
Jul 25, 2024•24 min•Ep. 139
In this episode, Johanna Kremberg, DVM, joined us to discuss equine prepurchase exams. She explained the main components of a prepurchase exam, offered suggestions for managing conflicts of interest, discussed diagnostic imaging packages, and more. The Disease Du Jour Podcast is brought to you by Merck Animal Health. Disease Du Jour Podcast Hosts, Guests, and Links Episode 138: Host: Carly Sisson (Digital Content Manager) of EquiManagement | Email Carly (CSisson@equinenetwork.com) Guest: Johanna...
Jul 12, 2024•30 min•Ep. 138
In this episode, Elizabeth Acutt, BSc, BVSc, MS, Dipl. ACVR-EDI, discussed taking radiographs in the field. She discussed some of the challenges of acquiring quality radiographs in the field compared to a clinic environment, talked about equipment choices, and provided tips for radiographing tricky parts of the horse. The Disease Du Jour podcast is brought to you by Merck Animal Health. Disease Du Jour Podcast Hosts, Guests, and Links Episode 137: Host: Carly Sisson (Digital Content Manager) of ...
Jun 27, 2024•27 min•Ep. 137
In this episode, Emily Hellstrom, DVM, PhD, joined us to talk about her research on postoperative ileus and improving outcomes for colic surgery patients. She provided insight into a publication she co-authored titled “Postoperative Ileus: Comparative Pathophysiology and Future Therapies” and discussed some of the risk factors and treatment options for this condition in horses. The Disease Du Jour podcast is brought to you by Merck Animal Health. Disease Du Jour Podcast Hosts, Guests, and Links ...
Jun 13, 2024•14 min•Ep. 136
In this episode, Erica Secor, DVM, MS, Dipl. ACVS-LA, joined us to discuss her ongoing research on equine osteoarthritis. She talked about her studies on the immune system’s role in osteoarthritis as well as her work towards improving diagnostic capabilities and understanding how arthritis varies among individual horses. The Disease Du Jour podcast is brought to you in 2024 by Merck Animal Health. Disease Du Jour Podcast Hosts, Guests, and Links Episode 135: Host: Carly Sisson (Digital Content M...
May 30, 2024•13 min•Ep. 135
In this episode, Alina Vale, DVM, MS, joined us to discuss regulatory veterinary medicine in equine welfare assessments at racetracks and equestrian facilities. She talked about her background working as a regulatory veterinarian for the California Horse Racing Board and explained the procedures that are in place at racetracks to improve safety and welfare for the horses. She also talked about her current work in establishing assessment protocols for other areas of the equine industry. Disease D...
May 16, 2024•16 min•Ep. 134
In this episode, Nicole Scherrer, DVM, Dipl. ACVO, joined us to talk about equine recurrent uveitis (ERU). She discussed clinical signs, management options, and prognoses, and she provided a brief overview of a potential new treatment option that is currently being researched. Disease Du Jour Podcast Hosts, Guests, and Links Episode 133: Host: Carly Sisson (Digital Content Manager) of EquiManagement | Email Carly (CSisson@equinenetwork.com) Guest: Dr. Nicole Scherrer, DVM, Dipl. ACVO Link: Summa...
May 02, 2024•17 min•Ep. 133
