284. Neuro and Derm mix tape (DOG VERSION) with Fred Wininger
A neurologist visits the podcast this week! Fred Wininger, VMD, MS, DACVIM (Neurology) has recently opened a state-of-the-art neurology focused specialty center called The Animal Neurology Center in St. Louis, MO! He joins the podcast to discuss the clinical signs that can overlap between neurology and dermatology. Whether a head tilt, nystagmus or circling, how do you know where to start with your patient? Dr. Wininger has the unique ability to take a complicated subject (he's literally a brain surgeon) and break it down to digestible, practical information.Check out this week's episode of The Derm Vet podcast where we explore the canine brain, ear and beyond!0:00 Intro00:25 Dr. Fred Wininger02:34 Differentiating cases07:57 What other things are considered with peripheral vestibular?10:55 Idiopathic vestibular disease in young dogs13:17 Primary Secretory Otitis Media (PSOM)18:35 Flea Prevention22:45 Skin disease associated with neurologic pain25:11 Dermatomyositis26:55 Outro
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283. GRAB BAG: Otitis
You always deliver the best questions when I do grab bag episodes... this one was POPULAR! I got so many questions about different aspects of otitis. Flush, ear meds, cats, TECABO referral, and more!Check out my answers to your top otitis questions on this week's episode of The Derm Vet podcast!Intro 00:00How To Tell If Otitis Is Due To Allergies With No Other Signs Of Pruritis 01:21Recommendations To Manage Pseudomonas Otitis 04:44Maintaining Allergic Ears That Flare But Don't Have Infection 08:40Benefit Of "Leave-In" Products vs Daily Products 10:28Basic Guidelines For Choosing Commercial Ear Medication 13:58What To Do With Ear Culture Results 16:10Topical Ear Treatments For Cats 17:38Outro 23:00
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282. Catitude: considerations for itchy, anxious kitties with Lisa Radosta
Overgrooming cats can be really difficult in general. Owners often don't see their itchy behavior and just noticed the consequences like a bald belly. In addition, cats can be resistant to veterinary visits and treatments.What if you are concerned that the cat could have a behavioral component to the skin disease? How do you work this up? Is it worth referring to a veterinary behaviorist? She's back! Lisa Radosta, DVM, DACVB practicing in Florida brings her expertise about feline behavior to The Derm Vet podcast. We focus on all things cats between managing their anxiety, working up their underlying diseases and how response to steroids can tell you a lot!00:00 Intro01:08 Cats: How often is it behavioral vs medical?10:23 Do environmental stressors compound in skin issues with cats?13:07 Behavioral Treatment Strategies20:18 Feline hyperesthesia syndrome23:58 Final Thoughts
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281. Anxious Itches- correlation with itchy dogs and behavior with Lisa Radosta
Can anxiety in dogs contribute to skin issues? How do you know if the patient needs to start with a dermatologist or behaviorist? Can improving chronic skin disease help a dog's anxiety?This week's podcast welcomes Lisa Radosta, DVM, DACVB who practices at a behavior clinic in Florida. Dr. Radosta provides insight of how a board certified veterinary behaviorist can be helpful for dogs dealing with cutaneous disease. Whether it is anxiety with therapy, the primary disease, etc. having a multimodal approach can be beneficial for the patient and owner. Take a listen to this fun episode!00:00 Intro02:08 Is it common to see skin issues in dogs occur from a primary behavior issues06:47 How do you feel stress and anxiety contribute to skin problems?12:31 Guidance on whether you should send this to a behaviorist or a dermatologist17:43 Importance of earlier intervention25:00 Outro
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280. No ear drum... what can I use?
It is really difficult to know what topical treatment options to consider when dealing with a ruptured tympanum. When a difficult multi-drug resistant Pseudomonas otitis occurs, it is very common to have the tympanum ruptured. So, what do you do? Being cautious and upfront with owners about labeling is important. However, bad infections are also ototoxic and it is important we treat them appropriately.On this week's episode of The Derm Vet podcast, I discuss things to consider when dealing with a ruptured TM, what to do if you do experience a case with ototoxicity, and considering the risks/benefits of selecting treatment for difficult otitis cases.00:00 Intro00:25 Treating ear infection02:23 Ear Exams04:36 Most commonly reported to be ototoxic09:15 Dogs with ear infections going on for a long time10:28 Risk vs Benefit11:20 Summary/Outro
Tune in to make veterinary dermatology more fun than frustrating! This podcast features Dr. Ashley Bourgeois, DVM, Dip ACVD sharing practical tips on dermatologic workups you can bring to clinical practice right away. Also, stories about navigating the messy (yet beautiful) journey of being a vet mom while building a career you love.
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