Chronic otitis can be a scary and frustrating disease to manage. Ears can be painful to the pet and lead to irreversible changes like calcification. Learn some tips on how to be less fEARful at managing ear disease on this week's episode of The Derm Vet podcast! Timestamps Intro 00:00 First Tip On Managing Ears 01:40 Second Tip On Managing Ears 03:16 Third Tip On Managing Ears 06:49 Fourth Tip On Managing Ears 09:30 Fifth Tip On Managing Ears 10:58 Sixth Tip On Managing Ears 12:38 Outro 15:40...
May 02, 2024•16 min•Season 5Ep. 218
On this week's episode of the podcast, Dr. Alex Sigmund, DVM, DACVO joins for a fun conversation. As a board-certified veterinary ophthalmologist he gives his input regarding allergic conjunctivitis, periocular disease and more! You can find him on Instagram as @theveteyeguy. Enjoy this fun episode! TIMESTAMPS Intro 00:00 Common Ophthalmology Cases That Are Referred To Dermatologists 03:18 Periocular Dermatitis And Alopecia 08:56 The Rarity Of Pyogranulomatous Blepharitis 12:43 Experience With U...
Apr 25, 2024•43 min•Season 5Ep. 217
With different dog breeds, we can see various phenotypes of allergic skin disease. With German Shepherd dogs, we can see a more ulcerative dermatitis when they get infected with their underlying allergies. Areas of the body such as ventral abdomen and paws tends to be particularly affected. A different presentation of skin disease can lead to different medical management and we often need to focus on more broad spectrum inflammation control. Learn more about this and certain diseases seen predom...
Apr 18, 2024•15 min•Season 5Ep. 216
On this episode of The Derm Vet podcast, I get to welcome Darragh O' Hanlon. He is an advanced veterinary practitioner in veterinary dermatology in Dublin, Ireland. You may know him as @thetopicalvet on Instagram. We have a great conversation about long-term allergy management and how to implement immunotherapy successfully in allergic patients. Here some of the differences and similarities of managing pet allergies in Ireland and the United States! Timestamps Intro 00:00 Allergies In The US vs ...
Apr 11, 2024•41 min•Season 5Ep. 215
A preview of one of my lectures coming up this summer at the World Congress of Veterinary Dermatology (WCVD)... Managing dermatologic diseases can be frustrating and costly for pet owners due to the chronicity of diseases and ongoing treatment required for many patients. Secondary issues such as pyoderma and otitis are also common issues that can be recurrent and add to unexpected costs. There are many different aspects of management that can cost money such as pharmaceuticals, topicals, diagnos...
Apr 04, 2024•18 min•Season 5Ep. 214
Color Dilution Alopecia (CDA) is a rare disease that affects dogs with dilute coat color (blue, fawn, etc.). This disease results from abnormal distribution of melanin granules and formation of macromelanosomes in the hair shaft. This weakens hair and causes them to break especially along the dorsum. Learn how to recognize this disease, useful diagnostics and treatment options on this week's episode of The Derm Vet podcast. TIMESTAMPS Intro 00:00 What Is Color-Dilution Alopecia? 01:06 Main Sympt...
Mar 28, 2024•15 min•Season 5Ep. 213
We all know that cats are tough with their skin management... so I invited my good friend and feline practitioner Dr. Gary Marshall to join the podcast to discuss this topic. What can you use in cats to manage itch? Is it appropriate to give steroid injections? How do you get a cat to take Atopica? What about flea control? Learn the similarities and differences of how we treat these cat cases in this week's episode of The Derm Vet podcast! TIMESTAMPS Intro 00:00 Skin Disease In Cats 02:38 Other ...
Mar 21, 2024•45 min•Season 5Ep. 212
"Ideally, I would give no drugs at all to manage the allergies." When owners tell you this, do you just assume it isn't possible. Of course, there are certain cases that are tough and require systemic medications to control their atopic dermatitis. However, there are options we have to manage these pets with less systemic drugs. From diagnosis to skin support to immunotherapy... learn the options you have to use less drugs for environmental allergies. TIMESTAMPs Intro 00:00 Getting The Diagnosis...
Mar 14, 2024•15 min•Season 5Ep. 211
It is always fascinating to learn about veterinary medicine in different countries. There can be many similarities but a lot of differences as well. Today's podcast episode welcomes Dr. Galia Sheinberg, DLACVD to discuss her dermatology practice in Mexico City. We talk about the differences in work flow for veterinary medicine between Mexico and USA. She also gives some insight in the Latin American College of Veterinary Dermatology and how it is growing and providing a broader scope of dermatol...
Mar 07, 2024•44 min•Season 5Ep. 210
I had people asking about my path in dermatology recently. So I put together a fun, personal episode of the podcast highlighting my path in school, internship and residency. This includes how I fell in love with dermatology and why I started The Derm Vet. Enjoy this week's episode!
Feb 29, 2024•13 min•Season 5Ep. 209
Four quick tips to improve your overall confidence in dermatology diagnostics and case management. Learn about them on this week's episode of The Derm Vet podcast!
Feb 22, 2024•14 min•Season 5Ep. 208
Flea-nial by the owner can be difficult when you really feel like flea allergy dermatitis is a big cause of a pet's itch. Learn about a recent situation I had in the clinic and how I navigated that conversation.
Feb 16, 2024•13 min•Season 5Ep. 207
We have covered food trials on the podcast previously. But what are some tips you can use to really work with your clients and be successful? Vegan marshmallows? What can they chew while on a diet trial? Check out this week's episode of The Derm Vet podcast!
Feb 08, 2024•12 min•Season 5Ep. 206
Have you ever been at a conference, asked a dermatologist a question and get the dreaded answer.... "it depends"? Why can't we commit to a more clear cut answer for you? Find out why on this week's episode of The Derm Vet podcast.
Feb 01, 2024•12 min•Season 5Ep. 205
Exciting episode of the podcast this week! The Derm Vet X The Dogtor Bros crossover! I had the privilege to discuss parenthood on their podcast and wanted to share the episode on my platform. Even if you are not a parent, there is a lot of great discussion about work/life integration. Check out this episode and other episodes of The Dogtor Bros podcast!
Jan 26, 2024•44 min•Season 5Ep. 204
It is very important to assure you know what ingredients are in the topicals you are using. Also, to utilize topical products beyond infection control. Learn more about particular products and when to use them on this week's episode of The Derm Vet podcast!
Jan 18, 2024•15 min•Season 5Ep. 203
There are many causes for pododermatitis... how do you assure you work these cases up the right way? If it is due to underlying allergies, which treatments tend to be more successful? Check out this week's episode of The Derm Vet podcast!
Jan 11, 2024•13 min•Season 5Ep. 202
With the new year, many people are feeling refreshed and the need to make a change. As a veterinary dermatologist, I had a lot of clients putting off diet trials in their pets until after the holidays. But is it the right time in January? What reminders do we need to give clients? Find out more on today's episode of The Derm Vet podcast!
Jan 04, 2024•12 min•Season 5Ep. 201
I can't believe it has the end of another year for the podcast! Here is a fun year end wrap up where I discuss derm wins for listeners of The Derm Vet podcast!
Dec 28, 2023•13 min•Season 5Ep. 200
What are things you should consider when approaching a case with an immune mediated disease? Check out this week's episode of The Derm Vet podcast!
Dec 21, 2023•14 min•Season 5Ep. 199
The podcast is officially 4 years old! Thanks for your support! Cat dermatology can be difficult. Even more reason it is SO important to know how to collect a quality history on your kitty patients. What questions should you ask? How can you be time efficient with history? Find out this and more on this week's episode of The Derm Vet podcast!
Dec 14, 2023•17 min•Season 5Ep. 198
Sometimes chronic allergy management can become difficult... but it isn't always because the allergies got worse. Another disease could pop up and you may need to view that case with fresh eyes... learn some tips on this week's episode of The Derm Vet podcast!
Dec 07, 2023•12 min•Season 4Ep. 197
Immunotherapy... should you recommend subcutaneous or sublingual? Is there a difference in efficacy? What are pros and cons of each? Find out more in-depth information on this week's episode of The Derm Vet podcast!
Nov 30, 2023•15 min•Season 4Ep. 196
Happy Thanksgiving to all of my friends in the US! I am so thankful for the support for The Derm Vet podcast and wanted to share a little love on this week's episode of the podcast!
Nov 23, 2023•9 min•Season 4Ep. 195
It is so important to learn new skills and change your way of doing things. This is not only best for the pet you are treating, but makes dermatology more fun for you! Learn about some of the ways I have changed my derm practice on this week's podcast episode!
Nov 16, 2023•14 min•Season 4Ep. 194
We often talk about pemphigus foliaceus... but did you know there are other forms of pemphigus? Learn some of the differences in distribution, pathology and species on this week's episode of The Derm Vet podcast!
Nov 09, 2023•12 min•Season 4Ep. 193
Dermatology is a lot of talking. As we set up realistic expectations for our owners, there can be some tough conversations that need to happen. How can we approach these chats a bit easier? Learn about an expectation I needed to make clear for an owner including how I approached it (even when uncomfortable). This scenario and more on this week's episode of The Derm Vet podcast.
Nov 02, 2023•13 min•Season 4Ep. 192
Did you know that recognizing different distribution patterns in cats can help guides your diagnostic workup? Check out this week's episode of The Derm Vet podcast to learn more!
Oct 26, 2023•13 min•Season 4Ep. 191
Ear cultures are a bit controversial in veterinary dermatology. Do you know why? Check out this week's episode of The Derm Vet podcast to find out!
Oct 19, 2023•13 min•Season 4Ep. 190
If you are managing an allergic or autoimmune pet with certain medications, how do you appropriately monitor their labwork? What changes are you looking for? What other diseases does the pet have that may require monitoring? Check out some of my thoughts on The Derm Vet podcast this week! And (remember) that every clinician can be different!
Oct 12, 2023•16 min•Season 4Ep. 189
