How well can you "go with the flow"? Today we talk about oxygen flow rates, breathing systems, and when an NRB really is a wiser choice. Courtney is originally from New Zealand where she trained and qualified, and has been working as a Veterinary Nurse since 2007. After working in a number of small animal clinics there, an anaesthesia passion took her to a large referral hospital in Australia in 2015. In 2016 she moved to the UK and is now an Anaesthesia Registered Veterinary Nurse at the Royal ...
Feb 28, 2023•36 min
With the price of eggs skyrocketing, some folks think a backyard chicken empire is the way to go. But, how much do we know about chicken anesthesia? Can you intubate a chicken? What muscle do you use for IM injections? What pre-meds work best? These questions and more will be answered in this episode featuring Kristen Cooley VTS (anesthesia) Kristen Cooley is a Veterinary Technician Specialist in anesthesia and analgesia. You can find her here: https://www.peakvas.com Kristen is a published edit...
Feb 14, 2023•29 min
Collab alert! Veterinary Anesthesia Nerds is joining forces with Dr. Andy Roark and the crew at Cone of Shame to talk all about drugs you need in your anesthesia crash cart! In this episode the original Anesthesia Nerd, Tasha McNerney BS, CVT, CVPP, VTS, is here. join us for this pearl-packed episode, where Tasha runs through her anesthesia crash cart and breaks down what she has ready to go and why. This is an excellent refresher for anyone who wants to cement their emergency anesthesia drugs i...
Jan 14, 2023•27 min
While skin issues may not be everyone's cuppa tea, they are important and often the pain associated with them is untreated. This episode I talk with veterinarian and certified dermatologist Dr. Darragh O'Hanlon about how we could be better managing pain in our derm patients especially ones with otitis. So grab yourself a fresh cup and some Jammie Dodgers and take a listen.
Dec 01, 2022•33 min
Join Yvonne Brandenburg, RVT, VTS SAIM and Jordan Porter RVT, LVT, VTS SAIM as we talk WITH Tasha McNerney BS, CVT, VTS (anesthesia and analgesia) about: I LIKE BIG BLOCKS AND I CANNOT LIE! Regional anesthesia and all things that are amazing about local anesthesia to help our patients in new ways! Resources We Mentioned in the Show https://www.dvm360.com/view/i-like-big-blocks-and-i-cannot-lie https://www.dvm360.com/view/finer-points-injecting-common-sense-your-regional-anesthesia-strategy https...
Nov 25, 2022•1 hr 3 min
Have you ever came back from a conference and wanted to try a new protocol or technique and were met with resistance or even flat out turned away? It's pretty frustrating however Theresa tells us how we can best work with our coworkers to have our ideas heard. Theresa Cosper-Roberts is a Registered Veterinary Technician in the state of Louisiana. She worked as an instructor of veterinary technology for several programs. She is the CEO and senior consultant for National Veterinary Solutions, an o...
Sep 29, 2022•30 min
Well well well.... my dad got a new dog ( and of course its a SILVER LAB!!!) cue the collective groans...no surprise its a lemon and it now has some elbow problems. But what can you do to keep a dog comfortable when finances make surgery a no go. Dr. Matt Brunke is here to discuss pain management options for cash strapped clients, how Synovetin is gaining ground as a treatment, and how utilizing technicians can change the way you do, well, everything! Twitter: @DrMattBrunke Instagram @DrBrunke L...
Aug 30, 2022•42 min
If you've ever been to IVECCS chances are you have heard the brilliant minds behind Vet Tech Café, Jeff Backus and Dave Cowan (both VTS (ECC)) Today they are here to not only discuss getting started in podcasting but also how they would treat a trauma case that presents to the ER and has to be kept in the ICU. Check out the vet tech café podcast here: https://www.vettechcafe.com/
Aug 26, 2022•38 min
This episode is a mashup with Tabitha Kucera ! We call it practicing veterinary medicine because we are always improving. The use of inhalant chambers has been around for a long time, and some believe that this technique is safer for the staff and the animal, however, we now know so much more about the physiological and psychological risks this technique poses to both animals and humans along with alternatives. This week, we discuss why we should ban the box. We will discuss the risks of using t...
Aug 01, 2022•59 min
What happens when a VTS in ECC gets into a position to really enact some effective change? Well, we discuss that and more with the amazing Kelly Foltz! Kelly Foltz is a 2006 graduate of Athens Technical College with an associate of applied technology degree in Veterinary Technology. She joined the Academy of Veterinary Emergency and Critical Care Technicians and Nurses in 2012. In addition to her work with Blue Pearl, Kelly is also a lecturer and author. She is a member of the AVMA Committee on ...
Jul 20, 2022•53 min
Do you ever feel like giving up clinic life and heading to a far off destination? What if you could blend veterinary medicine together with travel to create a sustainable career? Well that's exactly what our next guest Amber LaRock has done. Join us as we talk travel opportunities for veterinary professionals, what anesthesia looks like in rural remote areas and what it really means to provide "the best" care. Also, be sure to check out Amber at https://linktr.ee/Vettechandtravel and support res...
Jul 01, 2022•35 min
You've done a few TPLO's right? You've seen a down dog? But have you been doing these key things to help your ortho and neuro patients have a faster and less painful recovery? Today we are talking to Dr. Fred Wininger about all the amazing things he is doing (like 3D printing stuff to make our pets lives better) and how you can use his knowledge to make your pets more comfortable. In this episode we also talk about the power of fully utilizing your technician staff to make the best patient exper...
Jun 21, 2022•32 min
YOU GUYS! This is the one right here, this episode is chock full of so much practical anesthesia information and it's all due to my guest Marcia Fletcher RVN, VTS (anesthesia) Join us as we dive into timely treatments for the septic abdomen patient. In 2011, Marcia successfully passed her specialty examinations to become New Zealand’s first Veterinary Technician Specialist in Anaesthesia and Analgesia. She has been New Zealand’s Vet Nurse of the Year, and been nominated for and awarded several t...
Jun 06, 2022•39 min
How do you determine oxygen flow during anesthesia? Are you a "set it and forget it" type of anesthetist, or do you adjust your O2 constantly? Do you live on the edge and try "low-flow"? Is there a magic number when it comes to Oxygen flow rate? Listen in as Dr. Ben Brainard makes sense out of it all... and shakes out some common myths when it comes to flow rates. Articles referenced: Staffieri F et al. Computed tomographic analysis of the effects of two inspired oxygen concentrations on pulmona...
May 17, 2022•40 min
Ok BIRDBRAINS this one if for you! 🦜🦅🦆🦉🐦 Avian anesthesia can strike fear in the hearts of many but guest Liz Vetrano CVT is here to help. s we talk about why appropriate analgesia is so important and why we both love the Sentier VetCorder https://www.sentierconnect.com/ Liz graduated with her bachelor’s degree in biology from Towson University in 2009. During that time, she took an internship with the Philadelphia Zoo and was able to land a job out of graduation as a Children’s Zoo keeper ...
Apr 26, 2022•29 min
Are you just as hesitant with rabbit anesthesia as I am? 😬 Buns are so amazing and deserve the same level of high quality anesthesia and pain management as our canine and feline friends...yes that includes intubation. Listen in as guest Jody Nugent Deal gives us some insight on making these patients your new anesthesia favorite. 🐰 We also talk about how much we love learning new things ( shout out to https://lafeber.com/vet) and using the Sentier VetCorder on our exotics friends. Jody Nugent-D...
Apr 12, 2022•33 min
Picture this... Your job is a new clinic each week and you have complete autonomy over your schedule. Sound too good to be true? Well it's exactly what locum anesthesia tech Kim Spelts does every day! Traveling techs are a new way for techs to keep things interesting in vet med. In this episode we discuss how to make traveling tech your full time gig, how to build trust in a new clinic, and ways to love your job again Check out Peak Veterinary Anesthesia here: http://peakvas.com/team/
Mar 13, 2022•42 min
How can you enact change? How can you convince your colleagues to try new things especially when it comes to high stakes stuff like anesthesia? How can we be fully utilized at our jobs and stay engaged? Liz Hughston is here to help us along the way with her deep insights and sharp wit.
Jan 14, 2022•49 min
This one is for all my Lab Animal and Research nerds! This episode of the Veterinary Anesthesia Nerds podcast focuses on the career options within research. Did you know that veterinarians and veterinary technicians are in high demand when it comes to positions in research? Check out my conversation with Dr. Charlette Cain of Children's Hospital of Philadelphia. If you are interested in a VTS in lab animal medicine check out https://www.slavt.org/ If you'd like to learn more about lab animal res...
Sep 26, 2021•24 min
Does the thought of anesthesia and surgery keep you up at night? Are you unsure of your skills and feel like a total imposter? Well, join Katie Ford and I as we tackle the tough topic of imposter syndrome as it pertains to veterinary anesthesia. We will talk all about how you can calm your fears and have a better day when you are the one in charge of anesthesia and surgery.
May 16, 2021•40 min
Older cat with kidney disease that needs extensive dentistry? An anesthetic nightmare? Not so says Dr. Ralph Harvey DVM, DACVAA. Ralph Harvey, DVM, MS, Diplomate ACVAA, retired from the University of Tennessee College of Veterinary Medicine in Knoxville, Tennessee, where he taught anesthesia and pain management in the Department of Small Animal Clinical Sciences from 1985 until 2018. He served as the Section Head for the Small Animal Surgical Services and as a member of the University Faculty Se...
Mar 29, 2021•47 min
Love bearded dragons and amazing accents!? Well, then have we got the vet for you... check out his Instagram @Dreadyvet for adorable photos and real life vet med stuff. Today we talk Rabbit Anesthesia... what drugs should we use? Should we intubate? This and more is covered in this episode. (also please note the way I act totally cool in conversation with an absolute fox...smart, accent, that skin...does anyone read these show notes? ) Dr. Fabian Rivers recently won the BVA Young Vet Award for 2...
Feb 23, 2021•26 min
Lets take a trip across the pond and discuss all the amazing UK things love...the skating rink outside the history museum in the winter, a good latte from Pret, the bartenders from First Date, Paracetamol, and Rory the Vet! Todays we talk to Dr.Cowlam about easing owners concerns when it comes to anesthesia. Rory is a small animal general practitioner based in London. He holds a certificate in small animal surgery and prides himself of providing the highest possible standard of veterinary care. ...
Feb 15, 2021•22 min
Tired of wrestling with patients to get an IV catheter in? Really tired of trying to get a fearful cat into an aquarium to gas it down? Well, our next guest has some great tips to do better! Tabitha Kucera is an Elite Fear Free and Low Stress Handling Certified Registered Veterinary Technician, CCBC, and KPA-CTP. She is the owner of Chirrups and Chatter Cat and Dog Behavior Consulting and Training in Cleveland, Ohio. https://www.chirrupsandchatter.com/ She enjoys helping people better understand...
Jan 17, 2021•37 min
Join us on a respiratory adventure with Noah Jones, and RVT that made the switch over to working with people ( I know...gross) as a respiratory therapist. In this episode we talk about the career switch from veterinary medicine to human medicine, what it's like to intubate people, and why you should learn to love the mechanical ventilator.
Nov 18, 2020•43 min
Back when I started in vet med, a diagnosis of osteosarcoma meant amputation or euthanasia. Now with more advanced treatment modalities we can create better outcomes for pets diagnosed with osteosarcoma. In this episode we talk analgesia options and career goals to #kickcancersass Jenny Fisher is a Board Certified Veterinary Oncology Technician with the AIMVT academy. Jenny spent 14 years as the head oncology Technician at LSU Veterinary Teaching Hospital, where she worked in the clinic as a med...
Oct 28, 2020•26 min
So, a cow walks into a vet clinic...now what? Ever wondered how we treat bovine pain? Ever want to wake up at 4am to do a farm call? Ever put on one of those rubber gloves that goes all the way up to your shoulder? Then this is the episode for you! Join Cody Creelman for a look at how we provide good anesthesia and pain management to our cow friends! For more information on Cody Creelman DVM check outhttps://codycreelman.com/
Sep 14, 2020•24 min
Dr. Norkus is back! I don't know about your clinic but ours seems to be inundated with pandemic puppies... and pregnant patients. We have been seeing a fair number of dystocia and c-section patients this summer so I got all the deets from Dr. Norkus on how you can make the anesthesia experience as safe as possible.
Jul 11, 2020•23 min
With covid-19 showing no signs of slowing down, veterinarians are facing some of the realities of limited supply. Not only are items like masks and gloves in higher demand, but also the anesthetic drugs we rely on to keep our patients safe and pain free. This week Dr. Kristen Messenger of NC State University discusses drug shortages we as an industry could be facing, and how to cope. Dr. Messenger is not only an super rad smart woman but an all around compassionate and caring individual...with a...
Jun 29, 2020•32 min
It's not officially summer until you treat 3 urethral obstruction cats in a row... and to get you through it Anesthesia Nerds presents this week's guest Dr. Chris Norkus DVM, DACVECC and DACVAA (yeah he loves school!) We will discuss all things UO cats! From sacrococcygeal blocks to the importance of electrolyte stabilization and why you probably shouldn't forget the insulin.
Jun 09, 2020•19 min
