Send us a text Can dogs benefit from the same revolutionary cancer treatments as humans? Join us as we explore the promising world of canine cancer immunotherapy with our distinguished guest, Dr. Tim Fan. Tim sheds light on breakthrough strategies like monoclonal antibodies, cancer vaccines, and adoptive cellular therapies, transforming how we manage cancer in our beloved pets. Drawing from his recent JAVMA article, he explains how these innovations leverage the immune system's power to fight ca...
Dec 03, 2024•26 min
Send us a text Learn about the veterinary economic landscape with insights from industry experts Matthew MacLachlan and John Volk. Learn how historical data and economic models shape the future of veterinary services, as our guests dissect the supply and demand dynamics impacting veterinarians today. With John highlighting the influence of pet ownership and disposable income, and Matt delving into the effectiveness of the ARIMA framework, this episode promises a comprehensive guide to navigating...
Dec 02, 2024•17 min
Send us a text Discover the revolutionary advancements in veterinary wound care with our special guest, Dr. Sarah Marvel, as she unveils the potential of a groundbreaking nitric oxide wound dressing for dogs. This episode promises to change your perspective on treating acute traumatic wounds, shining a light on the impressive median surgical closure time of just six days without any significant complications. Join us as we explore the remarkable antimicrobial effects observed in this study and d...
Nov 26, 2024•13 min
Send us a text Join us on Veterinary Vertex as we celebrate the achievements of Dr. Lilli Heinen, an AJVR Student Award winner, whose groundbreaking work is transforming the bovine industry. Hosted by Lisa Fortier and Sarah Wright, this episode takes you into Lilli's world, exploring her award-winning AJVR article on predictive models for Bovine Respiratory Disease outcomes in feedlot cattle. Lilli shares her journey during her clinical year at Kansas State and how her unexpected award win has f...
Nov 19, 2024•9 min
Send us a text Ever wondered how the financial landscape of equine veterinary services could impact your horse's healthcare? Join us as we explore the world of equine veterinary economics with our guests, Dr. Jill Stowe and Olivia Gibson. From the surprising results of a national survey to the revealing concept of price elasticity of demand, we unpack why horse owners' sensitivity to price might just reshape the future of veterinary care. Olivia sheds light on economic principles that highlight ...
Nov 12, 2024•22 min
Send us a text Unlock the future of horse racing safety with our distinguished guests, Drs. Denise McSweeney and Warwick Bayly, as they unpack the cutting-edge world of equine technology. Remember the tragic events at Santa Anita racetrack in 2019? Discover how they acted as a catalyst for the innovative StrideSafe technology, a tool born from StrideMaster in Australia, now essential for assessing stride characteristics in thoroughbreds. Our conversation takes you behind the scenes at renowned t...
Nov 05, 2024•29 min
Send us a text Can lilies really be fatal for your feline friend? Discover the critical insights shared by our esteemed guests, Drs. Erica Reineke and Justin Lam, as they shed light on the alarming issue of lily toxicity in cats. We discuss the complexities of lily-induced acute kidney injury and examine the differences between inpatient and outpatient treatments. Our discussion reveals unexpected findings that could pave the way for a feasible outpatient treatment option, offering hope for cat ...
Oct 29, 2024•21 min
Send us a text What if your dog could be harboring a parasite without showing any signs of illness- and could get infected in your backyard? Tune in as we host Dr. Michelle Evason on Veterinary Vertex, where she sheds light on the emerging health threat of Echinococcus tapeworms in dogs and humans, particularly Echinococcus multilocularis . Michelle reveals the surprising fecal PCR detection of this parasite in new regions of the United States, where it hasn't been reported before, along with de...
Oct 22, 2024•24 min
Send us a text Unlock the future of feline health with our special guest, Dr. Ellen Behrend, as she unveils the transformative potential of SGLT2 inhibitors for cats navigating the challenges of diabetes mellitus. She focuses on velagliflozin, a once-daily liquid oral SGLT2 inhibitor and brings her passion for endocrinology to the forefront, sharing her insights into this groundbreaking treatment originally successful in human type 2 diabetes. Join us as we dive into this new era of easier diabe...
Oct 19, 2024•24 min
Send us a text Discover the surprising study with Dr. Erica Reineke that challenges the conventional thought process of antibiotic treatments for canine pneumonia. What if a mere two-week course could be just as effective as the traditional four-week regime? We explore Erica's findings that shake the foundations of veterinary medicine practices, revealing that clinical signs are a far more reliable guide than radiographic signs for discontinuing antibiotics. This revelation not only promises to ...
Oct 11, 2024•23 min
Send us a text How do factors like dog size, reproductive status, and even owner income shape our furry friends' diets? Join us as we uncover the fascinating findings from the Dog Aging Project with experts Drs. Audrey Ruple and Janice O'Brien. You'll be surprised to learn about the widespread use of home-prepared diets and the minimal impact of owner income on dietary choices. Audrey shares her inspiring transition from cancer biology to aging research, revealing a wealth of untapped knowledge....
Oct 01, 2024•19 min
Send us a text Discover a One Health approach to acid suppressant use in veterinary medicine with Drs. Katie Tolbert and Emily Gould. Discover their groundbreaking research featured in JAVMA and AJVR , as they share invaluable insights on the One Health approach driving the current and future applications of these medications. Learn why evidence-based usage, treatment monitoring, and considering broader impacts on the immune system are crucial for every veterinarian. Katie and Emily guide you th...
Sep 24, 2024•25 min
Send us a text What if you could enhance the success of surgical interventions in animals through a simple addition to a procedure? Join us on this fascinating episode of Veterinary Vertex as we welcome Richard Pan, one of the 2024 JAVMA Student Award winners. Listen in as Richard shares his reaction to winning an AVMA Journal Award and how it has influenced his career path. Richard emphasizes the importance of passionate projects and strong mentorship in achieving research success. Richard also...
Sep 17, 2024•6 min
Send us a text What truly drives the impact of a veterinary journal, and how can these publications rise in the ranks? Join us as we unpack the complexities of journal impact factors with Dr. Morna Conway. In this episode, Morna demystifies the calculation and significance of impact factors, emphasizing their role as lagging indicators. We scrutinize the recent impact factors for JAVMA and AJVR , delving into their rankings and the results of a recent readership and authorship survey. Discover h...
Sep 10, 2024•21 min
Send us a text Ready to revolutionize your understanding of equine anesthesia? Join us as we challenge conventional practices with groundbreaking insights from Drs. Charlie Barton and Rachel Hector. Discover how their controlled randomized trial reveals that fasting horses before surgery doesn't offer the anesthetic benefits we've long believed. Instead, it delays postoperative manure output, causing unnecessary stress on our equine patients. Tune in to explore the innovative advancements in equ...
Sep 06, 2024•13 min
Send us a text Have you ever wondered if dogs are truly living shorter lives nowadays? Join us on Veterinary Vertex ® as we welcome Dr. Courtney Sexton, who challenges this alarming notion with a recent JAVMA article. Contrary to popular media claims, Courtney reveals that household companion dogs' lifespans have generally increased over the past 40 years. We emphasize the need for standardized methods to capture and report mortality data, drawing insights from the Dog Aging Project and Courtney...
Aug 27, 2024•16 min
Send us a text Discover the hidden confidence gap in veterinary clinical research as we chat with Dr. Sarah Moore. Sarah takes us behind the scenes of a groundbreaking study co-authored with Dr. Allison O'Kell that surveyed veterinary faculty using the Clinical Research Appraisal Inventory (CRAI-12). Despite the enthusiasm and participation in clinical research, many respondents revealed they lacked the formal training necessary to excel. This episode discusses the potential for enhanced trainin...
Aug 20, 2024•22 min
Send us a text Curious about the complexities of equine neck pain? In this episode of Veterinary Vertex, we discuss neck pain in horses caused by the transposition of the ventral lamina from C6 to C7. Join us as we speak with Dr. Yvette Nout-Lomas, who delves into her team’s groundbreaking research. You'll uncover how their interest sparked from real-life clinical cases and led to discovering a higher prevalence of neck pain in warmblood horses with TC67, yet surprisingly no significant connecti...
Aug 14, 2024•24 min
Send us a text Ever wondered how regenerative medicine could revolutionize veterinary medicine? Join us as we explore the groundbreaking insights from the June JAVMA supplemental issue with Guest Editor Dr. Kyla Ortved. Kyla shares insight into the world of regenerative treatments for various species, including cats, dogs, and even zoo animals. Discover how veterinarians are not only using regenerative medicine to advance animal health but also contribute to human medicine, all under the One Hea...
Aug 06, 2024•20 min
Send us a text Can radiolucent stones really be seen on radiographs? Discover the surprising answer as we unpack the world of cysteine and urate cystoliths in dogs with our guests, Drs. Rachel Williams and Camille Andrews. Rachel shares groundbreaking insights from her study at a high-volume academic institution, challenging long-held beliefs about the detectability of these stones. Camille adds depth to the conversation by highlighting the importance of a holistic clinical picture, including br...
Jul 30, 2024•20 min
Send us a text Ever wondered how we can better track and manage antimicrobial use in US animal agriculture? Join Drs. Katherine Huebner and Susan Bright-Ponte as they unravel the complexities of data collection in livestock, sharing insights from FDA-funded projects that started in 2016. Discover the historical challenges of establishing a national database and how understanding antimicrobial use in varied contexts like disease outbreaks or natural disasters can inform better stewardship practic...
Jul 26, 2024•26 min
Send us a text Ever wondered what it takes to produce top-tier veterinary journals? Prepare to uncover the intricate world of scholarly publishing with Michelle Krieger, the exceptional Publishing Editor for JAVMA and AJVR , on this episode of Veterinary Vertex. Michelle, who transitioned from a copy editor to her current role in 2022, walks us through her role in streamlining the publication process and offering a valuable service to authors. Michelle offers an insider's look at the critical qu...
Jul 19, 2024•12 min
Send us a text Join us as we uncover the incredible work of Dr. Boaz Arzi on a groundbreaking temporomandibular joint (TMJ) replacement prosthesis for pets. Discover the urgent need for this innovation due to severe trauma and arthritis in dogs and cats and learn how Boaz's research with cadaver specimens demonstrates the feasibility and superior strength of the prosthesis compared to the natural joint. Boaz's extensive background in TMJ disorders and translational medicine from human applicatio...
Jul 13, 2024•13 min
Send us a text Join us as Dr. Neil Vezeau breaks down complex antimicrobial resistance (AMR) dynamics in both domestic animals and wildlife, explaining how pets, livestock, migratory waterfowl, and even urban animals like crows and rats contribute to the spread of resistant bacteria. The episode sheds light on the intricate interplay of these species in urban environments, urging the need for continuous research and strategic resource allocation to combat AMR effectively. Neil advises veterinari...
Jul 02, 2024•23 min
Send us a text Do the clothing choices of equine veterinarians affect client trust? Join us as we welcome Drs. Erin O'Neil and Callie Fogle to unpack their eye-opening survey results on equine veterinary attire preferences. We explore the "white coat effect" and reveal that horse owners often favor scrubs and coveralls, challenging traditional expectations. Discover why first impressions matter so much and how attributes like knowledge, competency, trustworthiness, and compassion top the list of...
Jun 25, 2024•20 min
Send us a text Discover how to improve the success rate of inducing vomiting in dogs with our guest, Dr. Trevor Chan. Trevor shares how the combination of abdominal thrusts and apomorphine that achieved a 100% success rate, an improvement from the 76.5% success rate with apomorphine alone. Trevor also discusses the consistent time to onset of vomiting and why larger dogs may be more responsive to this life-saving intervention. This episode is packed with crucial insights that can transform emerg...
Jun 18, 2024•16 min
Send us a text Join us on this episode of Veterinary Vertex as we welcome Erin Binagia to shed light on marijuana toxicity in dogs. Erin shares findings from her recent study, revealing unexpected electrolyte abnormalities such as hyperkalemia and hypercalcemia in these cases. Discover the diagnostic hurdles veterinarians face, including pet owners often denying exposure and the limitations of current urine drug screens. Don’t miss out on this eye-opening episode that offers vital insights for b...
Jun 11, 2024•25 min
Send us a text Curious about the real challenges of performing a unilateral nephrectomy in dogs? Join us for an enlightening conversation with Dr. Laura Selmic and Carley Johnson. Carly delves into the findings from a recent JAVMA article, revealing the high rate of complications during and after this surgical procedure. From renal neoplasia to end-stage hydronephrosis and severe renal infections, discover the complex conditions that often necessitate nephrectomy and the intricate balance veteri...
Jun 04, 2024•12 min
Send us a text What are the hidden risks of IV catheter complications in hospitalized cats, and how can we better manage them? Join us as we explore these critical questions with Dr. Kyle Granger, ECC resident at Colorado State University, who shares groundbreaking insights from his recent JAVMA article. Learn how smaller gauge catheters and greater body weights substantially elevate complication risks and why adopting human phlebitis grading scales could revolutionize veterinary catheter protoc...
May 29, 2024•25 min
Send us a text Discover the critical insights from Dr. Janet Grimes and Townes Hillier as they join us to unravel the complexities of splenic masses in dogs. Their extensive knowledge sheds light on the limitations and potential of predictive calculators like the HeLP score and T-STAT, providing a clearer understanding for veterinarians and pet owners making difficult treatment decisions for patients with splenic masses. Join us as we explore the intricacies of splenic mass diagnosis and the imp...
May 21, 2024•15 min
