It is Thanksgiving in the USA... I asked you what you are thankful for in dermatology. From cytology to Pseudopelade to dermatologists, find out what you were thankful for as listeners and what I am thankful for as a podcaster! TIMESTAMPS Intro 00:00 What The Derm Vet Listeners Are Thankful For 00:44 What Dr. Bourgeois Is Thankful For 15:08 Outro 17:00
Depending on where you live geographically, you may see a lot of deep fungal disease or not much at all. How do you recognize deep fungal disease? What diagnostics can be done? Even if you don't see a lot of deep fungal disease where you live, dogs and cats change environments so it could happen! Learn about blastomycosis, coccidiomycosis, cryptococcus, sporotrichosis and histoplasmosis on this week's episode of The Derm Vet podcast. TIMESTAMPS 00:00 Intro 00:25 Shoutout to ESAVS Dermatology 2 s...
Isoxazolines are anti-parasitics that inhibit chloride channels in the nervous systems of invertebrates. This paralyzes and kills parasites by blocking the transmission of neuronal signals. Isoxazolines are more selective to fleas, ticks, and mites than to mammals, including humans, dogs and cats. It has been a game changer for our flea allergic pets and treating mange cases. Learn some of the specific differences of these products on this week's episode of The Derm Vet podcast! TIMESTAMPS 00:00...
Thanks to the isoxazolines... we don't see demodex as much as we used to! However, it is still a disease that can be overlooked and important to recognize and treat. But when treatment can range from nothing to an anti-parasitic... how do you approach these canine cases? Localized vs. Generalized Juvenile-onset vs. Adult-onset Did you know there are three types of Demodex we can find on dogs? Find out more on this week's episode of The Derm Vet podcast! TIMESTAMPS 00:00 Intro 00:25 Why I'm in Th...
Happy Halloween! I asked for your spooky derm concerns and you delivered! Check out our top 5 sppoookkkyyy derm tips on this week's episode of The Derm Vet podcast. 1. Combining immunosuppressive drugs 2. Feline otitis 3. Cutaneous lymphoma 4. Missteps that can haunt you 5. Pseudomonas otitis TIMESTAMPS 00:00 Intro 01:08 Concern with Combining Immunosuppressive Medications 05:46 Treating Feline Otitis 08:11 Cutaneous Lymphoma 10:25 What is a common misstep that can haunt a practitioner? 14:28 Ps...
Derm drugs are SO important! BUT... there is a reason we talk about multimodal therapy being so essential in managing allergic cases. Preventatives, diet, immunotherapy, topicals, supplements, etc. are crucial. However, we have to tailor and customize our plan for each individual patient AND client. Learn how the non-drug management tools can help with prevention, skin barrier, microbiome and future flares on this episode of The Derm Vet podcast. TIMESTAMPS 00:00 Intro 01:03 Why Dermatologists A...
Here it is... I have questions. You have questions. We all have questions about the new canine allergy medication: Zenrelia. I was able to have Tom Lewis, DVM, DACVD on the podcast who was involved with the initial studies and has prescribed it in over 40 dogs! We jump into many of your commonly asked questions about how this medication works, implementing it in your clinical practice, warnings, etc. Take a listen about this new medication in the canine allergy toolkit! TIMESTAMPS 00:00 Intro 00...
No doubt that bacteria keep getting smarter and smarter... recently, I had a culture come back from a superficial pyoderma with NO ANTIBIOTIC OPTIONS! So we have to pivot and consider options such as dilute bleach rinses. What terminology is being used for this type of resistance? How can we prevent it from worsening? Find out some tips on this week's episode of The Derm Vet podcast! TIMESTAMPS Intro 00:00 Terminology For Resistant Bacteria 01:20 Recommendations For Managing Pyoderma 03:34 Why D...
Allergies add up! Is it really that important to perform ear cytology when most of commercial products have combination ingredients? What do you do if an ear is not responding? Learn why it is crucial to justify the cost of repeated ear cytology to your cases. Many of these products have potent ingredients so we want to assure we are using them appropriately!
Phovia is an innovative form of photobiomodulation that is easy to use in a veterinary clinical practice and can have several benefits (antibacterial, wound healing, etc.). It is easy to use and fast! But, what kind of cases could benefit from this technology? Would it be common to use on a daily basis in general practice? Check out how common Phovia can be used in a general practice. From acral licks, post-surgical incision and deep pyoderma, the common opportunities are endless! This episode i...
Skin barrier might not sound that exciting, but it is really important to consider in managing allergic dogs and cats. How do you do it? We know topicals are important! But there are other ways you can help the skin barrier through nutrition, supplements, even collars! Learn all about the ways that skin barrier can be enhanced in this week's episode of The Derm Vet podcast! TIMESTAMPS Intro 00:00 The Layers Of Atopic Dermatitis 01:06 How To Restore The Skin Barrier In Pets 04:02 Outro 12:34...
I welcome back Dr. Galia Scheinberg on the podcast this week! Dr. Scheinberg has a lot of experience using the Vetbiotek products which contains MicroSilver. How is this ingredient compared to other silver containing products? Microsilver has a larger surface area, allowing for more positive ions to be released and for longer periods of time. Also, microsilver clings to the fur and skin, for prolonged contact without any systemic absorption. Learn all about the Vetbiotek line which contains Micr...
Otitis media is a middle ear infection and can occur due to many different primary diseases. Ideally, these cases receive advanced imaging with CT or MRI, undergo video-otoscopy with myringotomy, submit a C/S and receive several weeks of appropriate antimicrobial systemic treatment. But, what if an owner can't afford referral? How else can we help these cases? Check out this week's episode of the podcast regarding clinical signs, causes, diagnostics and treatment options for otitis media. TIMEST...
Welcome back, Dr Rachel Venable, DVM, MS, DACVIM (oncology) to the podcast! This week we discuss mast cell tumors! I don't know about you... but I always get confused about current guidelines with MCT. They can be anything from low-grade removal and no sweat... to multiple high-grade panic! How much margin do you really need? When is Stelfonta an option? Check out all this great conversation all about MCTs and how to approach them from a boarded oncologist! TIMESTAMPS Intro 00:00 Predispositions...
Cutaneous lymphoma can be a tricky disease. It is red, flaky and itchy just like allergies can be. If you see an older dog with these lesions, it should be a differential. But, what do you do if you get back a biopsy of cutaneous lymphoma? What if you can't refer the case to an oncologist? Today's post welcomes Rachel Venable, DVM, MS, DACVIM (oncology) to discuss this disease and what you can do to manage them. She is the founder of Pet Cancer Care Consulting which is a teleconsulting service. ...
How can you take your exam and history and "think like a dermatologist"? How can you elevate your game in derm when working up these skin cases? Check out how we pick up on distribution, species variations and history cues to start our skin workup in dogs and cats on this week's episode of The Derm Vet podcast! TIMESTAMPS Intro 00:00 The Purpose Of Collecting A History 02:02 The Examination 08:36 Outro 16:46
Wounds can be tough, but there is a new product to help with that. KeraVet Gel is a hydrogel wound dressing intended to act as a protective covering for partial thickness wounds. It is the first veterinary product to include keratin as an ingredient based on human-grade products. Additionally, it contains the most bitter lick deterrent available on the market to discourage pets from traumatizing the area. Wouldn't it be great to get rid of E-collars? Today, we welcome Cherice Roth, DVM (lead med...
I get it! There is so much to cover in general practice that referring your patients to a dermatologist can feel daunting. I want to help! Here are the top 6 mistakes I see before cases are referred. It doesn't mean you are doing anything wrong... these are just simple things that can be fixed to have less frustrated clients. TIMESTAMPS Intro 00:00 They're Not On Flea Control (Mistake #1) 01:30 Not Explaining A Diet Trial (Mistake #2) 04:58 Giving Up On Quality Allergy Medications (Mistake #3) 0...
Dr. Molly Brinkmann is a GP and medical director of a small animal general hospital in Tennessee. You may know her for the hilarious content she puts on Instagram ( @drmollysays )... but she also loves managing skin cases as a general practitioner. We discuss working up these cases as a general veterinarian when you first see them and how to implement successful chronic management. This is a great episode including two busy vet moms passionate about what they do for animals and their owners! TIM...
Do you feel comfortable with skin biopsies? For such a small sample, it is easy to mess up. Check out this week's episode of The Derm Vet podcast regarding prepping (don't!), sampling and submitting to maximize your results! TIMESTAMPS Intro 00:00 Get More Than One Sample (Tip #1) 03:20 User A Bigger Punch (Tip #2) 05:02 Do Not Prep Them (Tip #3) 06:48 Use A Dermatopathologist (Tip #4) 08:16 Rock Your Skin Biopsies (Tip #5) 10:10 Outro 11:54...
Erythema multiforme (EM) is an uncommon inflammatory skin disease. The onset is often very sudden and concerning and can affect the skin and mucous membranes leading to other issues (anorexia, difficulty defecating, etc.). The condition can require anywhere from no treatment to immunosuppressive drugs. Learn more about this disease in this week's episode of The Derm Vet podcast! TIMESTAMPS Intro 00:00 Erythema Multiforme In Humans 02:16 What Erythema Multiforme Looks Like 03:12 Treatment For Ery...
Another grab bag episode of the podcast, you submitted questions about AUTOIMMUNE DISEASES on Instagram. Here is some information that goes through sebaceous adenitis treatment, ear margin vasculitis differentials, topicals for autoimmune diseases and more! TIMESTAMPS Intro 00:00 Treatment Options For Sebaceous Adenitis 01:02 Mycophenolate In Autoimmune Cases 05:35 High Dose Prednisone Protocol 07:10 Treating With Antibiotics Before Biopsying An Autoimmune Case 09:04 Rule Outs For Ear Margin Vas...
Apoquel (oclacitinib tablet) is approved for the treatment of allergic dermatitis in dogs over 12 months of age. However, veterinary medicine can present difficult cases and off-label use based on anecdotal experience can be important to provide quality of life when other options aren't working. Check out some diseases that have been reported to have been treated successfully with Apoquel... that aren't allergies. The diseases may surprise you! TIMESTAMPS Intro 00:00 Discoid Lupus Erythematosus ...
It can be daunting to start with a dermatology case in veterinary medicine... or even manage changes in a case you have seen for years! Check out my TOP 5 TIPS to consider when seeing a dermatology case on this week's episode of The Derm Vet podcast! Join My Email List: https://thedermvet.com/ The Sit. Stay. Laugh! Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-sit-stay-laugh-podcast/id1743984464 TIMESTAMPS Intro 00:00 Do You Know Your Diagnosis? (Tip #1) 02:40 Does This Treatment Make Finan...
I gave you the opportunity to ask questions about food allergies... and you delivered! Come check out the top questions you have about food allergies in this week's episode of The Derm Vet podcast! TIMESTAMPS Intro 00:00 How To Challenge A Pet After A Diet Trial 01:56 My Flea Preventative Recommendation For Diet Trials 06:26 Can Pets React To Hydrolyzed Protein? 09:22 How Many Diet Trials To Consider Before A Pet Is Not Food Allergic 10:48 Does A Patient Need To Have A Year Round History In Orde...
History collection is so important in veterinary dermatology... so many skin lesions can look the same. It can be especially crucial when figuring out why infections are happening in a pet. On this episode, we will discuss important history questions and how to do it in a time efficient manner. Finally, remember that history collecting doesn't just happen at the first exam... it is an ongoing saga as you keep seeing the pet as a recheck. TIMESTAMPS Intro 00:00 Why Getting A History Is So Importa...
As a dermatologist, I see A LOT of allergies. However, there are other causes of skin diseases that can cause a pet to develop pruritus, skin lesions, etc. In this episode, I will cover the 5 red flags that should get you considering other causes of skin disease besides allergies. 1. Dermatologic disease starts when the pet is senior 2. Mucus membranes are affected 3. The pet is not itchy 4. Infection is controlled but the lesions or pruritus do not respond to steroids or other anti-pruritic the...
On this episode of The Derm Vet podcast, Jenni Grant joins. Jenni is the head veterinary nurse at The Dermatology Referral Service in Scotland. We discuss the differences between practicing in the United States compared to Scotland. Also, some great information regarding improving your cytology skills as a veterinary nurse/technician and how to communicate with clients regarding chronic allergy management. TIMESTAMPS Intro 00:00 Jenni's Role Within Her Dermatology Practice 02:56 Jenni's Veterina...
One of the top questions I get asked... "How do I get better cytology samples?". This week's episode of The Derm Vet podcast goes over some Dos and Don'ts to improve your cytology collection technique to get amazing samples! DO: use your non-dominant hand to assist DO: get under crust and scale DO: practice DO: use different collection techniques DON'T: be wimpy with your sampling DON'T: skip it DON'T: rub the slide back and forth DON'T: give up TIMESTAMPS Intro 00:00 The Do's Of Cytology 01:03 ...
Topical therapy is so important in the management of long-term dermatologic disease. Whether it is maintenance for skin barrier dysfunction or to control an active infection, we know it can make a huge difference in our success. However, it can be a big hassle for pet owners to implement. So, how do you convince owners to use the shampoo you sent home. Do you ask the right questions? Do you provide the right education? Learn six tips that will help you convince pet owners to bathe, wipe and spra...
