As a veterinary professional, you understand the crucial role of nutrition in the prevention and treatment of many diseases and conditions in pets. Oftentimes, however, health problems in companion animals don’t occur in a vacuum. Are you confident in making diet-related recommendations when your patient has multiple conditions? In this VetFolio Voice CE podcast episode, join Dr. Cassi as she hosts Dr. Adam Rudinsky, who reviews canine urolithiasis, including common types of stones, treatment co...
May 16, 2024•32 min
The career path that most of us imagine when we think of veterinarians or veterinary technicians is the role of a general practitioner or technician who takes care of small companion animals. But there are many potential career options for all veterinary professionals within the veterinary field. Students who enter a Doctor of Veterinary Medicine or veterinary technician program can choose the path that suits them, including nontraditional ones, as long as they have a mentor to help guide them, ...
May 09, 2024•47 min
Dermatology conditions are among the most common reasons owners bring their pets into the veterinary clinic. These issues are also among the most difficult for you to treat, so it’s important to know your options. Tune into this informative VetFolio Voice podcast, as Dr. Dana Liska, a veterinary dermatologist with Zoetis, and Dr. Cassi highlight some key findings in a new study on adverse events with short-term steroid use in dogs. A few surprising findings debunk some of the myths and mispercep...
May 02, 2024•32 min
In veterinary medicine, Addison’s disease – hypoadrenocorticism – has been called “the Great Imitator” because it can mimic so many other diseases. Patients often present with vague clinical signs or biochemical abnormalities, making it challenging to correctly diagnose. In fact, it’s been said that managing Addison’s is not nearly as difficult as making the diagnosis in the first place. This CE episode of the VetFolio Voice podcast discusses diagnosing Addison’s disease in veterinary patients w...
Apr 25, 2024•49 min
Whatever she has accomplished — moving from Brazil to the U.S., transitioning into ZooMed, founding Vetahead — Dr. Lyla Proença has made a leap of faith and deep passion to pursue her dreams. In this episode of VetFolio Voice, Dr. Proença shares her journey of validating her veterinary diploma in the United States after moving from Brazil. She reveals the work, sweat and tears, and even how she considered changing career paths, which led her to ZooMed and the founding of VetAhead. Dr. Cassi and ...
Apr 18, 2024•56 min
In this VetFolio Voice podcast episode, Dr. Cassi chats with Dr. Patty Lathan about the pathophysiology of feline diabetes mellitus and some exciting updates in the treatment of diabetes mellitus including sodium-glucose cotransporter 2 (SGLT2) inhibitors. They discuss the importance for veterinary practitioners to understand how these medications work, the recommendations for monitoring these patients and the adverse side effects and complications. They also explore some important updates on in...
Apr 11, 2024•42 min
Though rare, marijuana poisoning in pets is on the rise as the result of pet owners having increased legal access to marijuana and marijuana-infused products (both medicinal and recreational). Though the toxicity is typically mild, THC (delta-9 tetrahydrocannabinol) — the psychoactive compound in marijuana that makes people high — is toxic to pets and is no laughing matter. Tune in to this informative episode of the VetFolio Voice podcast to learn about the sources of THC toxicities, the clinica...
Apr 04, 2024•48 min
The clinical signs of canine pancreatitis, which can range from mild to severe, can escalate rapidly. In severe cases, extra-pancreatic inflammation can lead to multi-organ failure, systemic inflammatory response syndrome, and death. Until now, the standard of care for dogs with this disease has been centered on supportive care only, including fluid therapy, pain and anti-nausea medications, and management of underlying causes, concurrent diseases and systemic complications. In this episode of t...
Mar 28, 2024•43 min
Chronic enteropathy in dogs is a term that encompasses all complex gastrointestinal (GI) disorders with an unknown origin and is characterized by clinical signs lasting 3 weeks or longer. Tune in to this VetFolio Voice podcast episode to hear about two different cases, Mongo and Pax, who present with different types of chronic enteropathy. Learn how to differentiate small and large bowel diarrhea, discover techniques that are available for initial evaluation, and understand the nutritional consi...
Mar 21, 2024•30 min
This is a compelling VetFolio Voice episode that examines the importance of using a “spectrum of care” approach in providing a range of viable options to clients seeking parasite protection for their pets. Because almost all pets are at risk for significant pathology caused by the major categories of parasites, year-round, broad-spectrum parasiticides are necessary for our veterinary patients. Indeed, recommending parasiticides is one of the cornerstones of the care we veterinarians provide to o...
Mar 14, 2024•36 min
Case reports are invaluable to the veterinary community — they identify new diseases, detail new diagnoses, explore novel treatments, or, in the case of a Labrador retriever named Sammy, they illustrate how teamwork can lead to a better clinical outcome for the patient. In this fascinating case-based VetFolio Voice podcast episode, Dr. Cassi chats with Jessica Wilson-Hess, a veterinary technician specialist, and Dr. Holly Brown, a veterinary clinical pathologist, to discuss the case of Sammy, wh...
Mar 07, 2024•49 min
Paige Allen, RVT, has had a multifaceted and noteworthy career in VetMed. Her passion for lifelong learning and for the veterinary profession is infectious and inspiring. Join Dr. Cassi and Paige in this episode of the VetFolio Voice podcast as Paige reflects on her career after recently retiring. You'll hear about the different roles she's undertaken, some of the challenges she faced, the lessons she has learned, the numerous opportunities available to someone with a degree in veterinary techno...
Feb 29, 2024•52 min
In this VetFolio Voice podcast episode, Dr. Cassi chats with Dr. Matt Panasevich and Dr. Tiffany Bierer from Mars Petcare about the science-based approach to the traditional GREENIES Dental Treats and Pill Pockets™ products, and how it applies to the nutrition philosophy of their newest launches of GREENIES SMART ESSENTIALS™ dry dog food and SMART TOPPER meal complement for adult dogs. They delve into the ingredients and nutrition philosophy of these diets, the health benefits they focus on, and...
Feb 22, 2024•31 min
Join Dr. Cassi and Dr. Andy Roark in this inspirational VetFolio Voice episode as they have a wide-ranging discussion about effective leadership and how it impacts employee retention and satisfaction, the skills veterinary technicians need to move into a management role, and how to share your vision for the future of your practice. Tune in to learn how you can adopt strategies for developing effective leadership skills, achieve personal growth and excel in a management role!
Feb 15, 2024•56 min
Are you confident in making diagnoses and treatment plans for your patients based on your in-house cytology interpretation? If it’s a struggle for you, you’re not alone. With digital cytology, you can have 24/7, same-day access to veterinary clinical pathologists who can assist with diagnostic evaluation of your patients. In this VetFolio Voice episode, Dr. Cassi and Dr. Kate Baker dive into the practical use of telecytology. They discuss its role in expanding care options and assisting vets wit...
Feb 08, 2024•39 min
How do you cope with absurd pet-owner requests, client noncompliance, and the I-barely-have-time-to-shower stress of being a veterinarian, wife and mother? Tune in to this fun episode of VetFolio Voice, and hear Dr. Cassi and her BFF for life, Dr. Toffy Blaber, as they delve into grumbles of pugs, internal monologues and their newly coined term “swamp wives.” Discover how they use humor — and their friendship — to help them accept and find joy, even in the most ludicrous of VetMed encounters.
Feb 01, 2024•48 min
In this VetFolio Voice podcast episode, Dr. Cassi and Dr. Tannetje Crocker delve into the difficulties and rewards of their multifaceted veterinary medicine careers during a candid and wide-ranging conversation. You won't want to miss this sometimes humorous, sometimes poignant episode that touches on everything today's veterinarians face, from owning a business to podcasting to pursuing entrepreneurial endeavors to learning how to support employees and coworkers as individuals to the balancing ...
Jan 25, 2024•45 min
Are you looking for a financial solution in order to start, expand or acquire a new practice? Join VetFolio Voice host Dr. Cassi and Dr. Schwanda Flowers, an expert in loans for small business owners, in this informative podcast episode. They explore how to equip yourself with the knowledge needed to navigate the evolving landscape of veterinary practice loans. They discuss the application process, outline various loan types, and delve into the unique role of government guarantees in SBA loans. ...
Jan 18, 2024•33 min
Communication with clients is fundamental to the success of a veterinary practice and is an important skill for every member of the team. From sharing a treatment plan to providing patient care updates to scheduling appointments to comforting concerned pet owners, effective communication is essential. Yet “real world” client communication — learning to talk to, listen to and communicate with pet owners — differs from what veterinary professionals are taught and what they experience in school. In...
Jan 11, 2024•39 min
The Client Service Representative, or CSR, is often the first contact clients (and their pets) have with the veterinary team, and they can make the difference between a thriving practice and one that struggles to be successful. In this VetFolio Voice podcast episode, Dr. Cassi hosts Robin Brogdon, president of VetPartners, who addresses the challenges facing team members in this critical role. They delve into how the CSR can nurture client relationships to make those interactions positive ones, ...
Jan 04, 2024•47 min
Despite being routinely diagnosed, chronic kidney disease (CKD) in cats can be challenging to manage, and CKD is a common cause of mortality in middle-aged and geriatric cats. In this VetFolio Voice podcast episode, Dr. Cassi chats with Dr. Mark Acierno about appropriate diets for these patients, including a discussion on some of the research that points to the importance of feeding the appropriate diet. They delve into uremic toxins and how changes within the gastrointestinal (GI) tract in pati...
Dec 28, 2023•34 min
When veterinary technicians achieve certification from an approved academy, they earn the Veterinary Technician Specialist (VTS) or Veterinary Nurse Specialist (VNS) designation in a specific specialty area of certification. This certification gives them the tools to bring advanced expertise to their practices, clinics or hospitals. In this VetFolio Voice podcast episode, Dr. Cassi hosts Amanda Eick Schwarzwalder, who explains what it takes to earn a VTS designation in Veterinary Behavior. She a...
Dec 21, 2023•41 min
Management of the diabetic patient can be a delicate balance of watching the numbers and considering the patient attached to the numbers. Evaluating factors like body weight, appetite and water consumption in conjunction with monitoring blood glucose is the key to effectively managing diabetic patients and avoiding overmanagement. In this episode of VetFolio Voice, Dr. Cassi chats with Dr. Nyssa Reine-Salz about the nuances of managing diabetic patients and considerations for patients who do not...
Dec 14, 2023•44 min
Canine parvovirus (CPV) is a highly contagious and devastating virus that can affect all dogs, but unvaccinated dogs and puppies younger than 4 months old are the most at risk, resulting in a fatality rate greater than 90% if left untreated. In this episode of the VetFolio Voice podcast, Dr. Cassi and Dr. Fred Metzger discuss updates for the management of canine parvovirus. While vaccination can help prevent CPV, there have been no antiviral treatment options for dogs that become infected — unti...
Dec 07, 2023•41 min
Managing a patient's stress through nutrition can be challenging but rewarding. In this episode of the VetFolio Voice podcast, Dr. Cassi chats with Amy Pike, DVM, DACVB, IAABC-CDBC, about the key nutritional management strategies to keep in mind when you are faced with a patient showing signs of stress. Dr. Pike explores the social and environmental triggers that can lead to a pet's anxiety, addresses how to manage stress with nutrition, and gives invaluable tips on how to transition these patie...
Nov 30, 2023•27 min
Henry Ford built an affordable and reliable mass-produced car. Marie Curie discovered radium, which led to the development of using X-rays in medicine. Steve Jobs and Steve Wozniak built a portable computer that everyone could use. What do these gifted innovators and inventors have in common? They found a way to make the world a better place with game-changing solutions to complex problems. In this VetFolio Voice podcast edition, Dr. Cassi chats with Dr. Aaron Massecar, executive director of the...
Nov 24, 2023•47 min
Many veterinary professionals report feeling severe psychological distress and burnout, but what does that have to do with the famous tagline for Star Trek, “to boldly go where no one has gone before”? In this episode of the VetFolio Voice podcast, Dr. Cassi probes Dr. Ivan Zak’s journey to explore and overcome burnout, earn an MBA, publish multiple studies examining burnout in veterinary medicine, and create systems to improve veterinary workflows. Dr. Zak’s mission led him to launch Galaxy Vet...
Nov 16, 2023•48 min
Lymphoma is one of the most common forms of cancer and it can be tricky to diagnose and manage. Join Dr. Cassi and Dr. Jeffrey Bryan as they discuss when you should be suspicious of lymphoma, how to diagnose and stage it and what's coming down the pipeline for treatment and management of lymphoma.
Nov 09, 2023•44 min
Specialists have an essential role in veterinary medicine by ensuring the best possible health care for patients, in a variety of disciplines, including internal medicine, surgery, dermatology, preventive medicine, toxicology, dentistry, behavior and pathology. In this episode of VetFolio Voice, Dr. Cassi chats with Dr. Myles McKenna about the ability of the Zoetis Virtual Laboratory to deliver individualized care in a timely manner and how specialist support can elevate care through one central...
Nov 02, 2023•31 min
Blackwell’s Five-Minute Veterinary Consult covers 845 specific disorders in dogs and cats. It is designed to be a comprehensive and timely reference on canine and feline medicine and provides fast access to key information on the diagnosis and treatment of diseases and conditions that veterinarians encounter in practice. In this edition of the VetFolio Voice podcast, Dr. Cassi hosts Larry Tilley, one of the editors of this invaluable reference. Listen in as they chat about how the book came to b...
Oct 26, 2023•34 min
