The CARES VetMed Podcast

Tracey Mahoney, LVT, VTS (Anesthesia & Analgesia)•www.caresvetmed.com

Level up your veterinary anesthesia nursing skills with CARES VetMed (Comprehensive Review and Education Series for Veterinary Medicine)! Each episode features tips, tricks, and expert advice to help you become a confident, compassionate professional. Plus, at the end of each episode, we'll challenge you with a CARES Action to perform an act of kindness at work. Grab your stethoscope, put on your headset, and join us. Let's learn, grow, and elevate the standard of veterinary anesthesia care together!

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Episodes

Episode 007: #SaveTheSmushies - A Conversation About Brachycephalics With Elisa Mazzaferro, MS, DVM, PhD, DACVECC

Join us for a fascinating discussion on brachycephalic breeds, featuring guest expert Elisa Mazzaferro, MS, DVM, PhD, DACVECC! In this episode, we delve deep into the unique challenges faced by these beloved breeds, from breeding practices and standards to their complex and often underestimated perianesthetic risks. Dr. Mazzaferro shares her expertise on: The current landscape of breeding testing and standards: Are we doing enough to ensure responsible breeding practices? Understanding the uniqu...

Sep 30, 2024•1 hr 6 min

Episode 006: Follow the MAP - It's Truly a Work of Heart

Welcome back to another episode of The CARES VetMed Podcast! Today, we're exploring the crucial role of mean arterial pressure (MAP) monitoring during general anesthesia. We all know monitoring blood pressure is essential, but why is MAP so crucial? How do we calculate it? And what can it tell us about our patients' perfusion and how they're handling anesthesia? In this episode, we'll cover: The importance of MAP monitoring: Why it's not just about a number, but a key indicator of organ perfusio...

May 28, 2024•49 min

Episode 005: The Machine - Knowing Your Anesthesia Workhorse Inside and Out

Hey there, fellow anesthetists! It's time to get up close and personal with our trusty sidekick – the anesthesia machine! We rely on this machine to deliver safe and effective anesthesia to our patients, so understanding its ins and outs is crucial. In this episode, we're taking a look into: Anatomy of a Machine: From the oxygen source to the vaporizer, we'll examine each component and discuss its purpose. Flow Rates, Reservoir Bags, and More: Learn to select the right patient settings, from flo...

Feb 19, 2024•38 min

Episode 004: Financial Talk with Andy Samoiloff

We're all about caring for our furry patients, but who cares for you ?! This episode is dedicated to your financial future - a topic that often gets swept under the rug, especially for those in our field. If you put aside $24 a week, that would be $24,960 in 20 years, and in 40 years, it would be $49,920. What if I told you that in 20 years it could instead be $61,400 and in 40 years it could be $348,000, would you do it? Better yet, add in most companies' contributions, and that value will beco...

Oct 30, 2023•39 min

Episode 003: Turn Up the Heat - Keeping Our Patients Warm (and Safe!)

In this episode, we’re discussing a topic that can sometimes be overlooked but is critically important: thermoregulation ! We all know that our patients can get a bit chilly during surgery, but how much do we really understand about what's happening beneath the surface? In this episode, we're diving into the fascinating world of body temperature, exploring: The Body's Thermostat: How does the body regulate its temperature? We'll dissect the mechanisms of heat production and loss. The Peri-Anesth...

Jul 11, 2023•31 min•Season 1Ep. 3

Episode 002: Passing Gas - Unmasking the Mystery of Inhalant Anesthetics

In this episode, we'll dissect inhalant anesthetics. We all know these gases are the backbone of general anesthesia, but have you ever stopped to think about how they work? Get ready to unmask the mystery behind those familiar bottles of isoflurane and sevoflurane ! We'll be breaking down: The Nitty Gritty: What makes these agents unique and how do they influence our patients? Putting It to the Test: Let's talk about pharmacokinetics and pharmacodynamics - how these gases get in, what they do, a...

May 17, 2023•21 min•Ep. 2

Episode 001: Intubation Blues - Is Cyanosis During Induction a Big Deal?

Have you ever seen a patient turn blue during anesthesia induction? We all have! But how worried should we be, and can we actually prevent it? In this episode, we're diving into the "Intubation Blues" and taking a closer look at cyanosis during induction. We'll break down what it means, why it happens, and, most importantly, how to keep your patients pink and healthy throughout the intubation process. Buckle up for some essential insights on managing your patient's oxygenation status and keeping...

Apr 23, 2023•16 min•Ep. 1

Who CARES???

Comprehensive Anesthesia Review and Education Series for veterinary medicine (CARES VetMed) podcast is on it's way! Here's a sneak peak into the podcast's goals and what to expect with each upcoming episode. Let's do this!

Apr 19, 2023•3 min

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