StallSide Podcast

Dr. Matheus Felix and Alaina Barhorst join StallSide for an in-depth conversation about intracytoplasmic sperm injection (ICSI), an assisted reproductive technique that is advancing the possibilities in equine breeding. They walk listeners through the ICSI process, from oocyte collection and maturation to fertilization, embryo development, and transfer.
 
The conversation explores when ICSI offers advantages, how it can help maximize limited or valuable semen, and its potential applications for mares and stallions facing reproductive challenges. Dr. Felix and Alaina also discuss the science and technology behind the procedure, factors that can influence success, and what owners and breeders should understand when considering ICSI. Tune in for a practical look at one of the most rapidly advancing areas of equine reproductive medicine. Watch episodes on YouTube @roodandriddle or visit us at www.rrvp.com

In this episode of StallSide, we sit down with Travis Burns, MSc, CJF, TE, EE, FWCF, Associate Professor of Practice and Hospital Administrator at the Virginia-Maryland College of Veterinary Medicine at Virginia Tech. A renowned farrier, educator, and researcher, Travis shares his expertise on the science behind hoof care and the critical relationship between farriers and veterinarians.

The conversation explores hoof biomechanics, therapeutic farriery, laminitis, and the latest approaches to managing hoof cracks and promoting soundness. Travis discusses how advances in research and clinical experience are shaping modern farriery and how collaboration across disciplines can improve outcomes for equine patients.
From the forge to the veterinary hospital, this episode highlights the skill, science, and dedication required to keep horses healthy from the ground up. Watch episodes on YouTube @roodandriddle or visit us at www.rrvp.com

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Join Drs. Brett Woodie, Liz Elzer, and Steve Reed as they discuss equine foraminotomy, including when the procedure may be recommended, what surgery and recovery look like, and the outcomes they commonly see in patients. Through their experience treating neurologic and neck-related conditions, they share practical insights into diagnosis, case management, and how foraminotomy can help horses affected with spinal nerve compressions return to comfort and athleticism. Watch episodes on YouTube @roodandriddle or visit us at www.rrvp.com

On this episode of StallSide, co-hosts Dr. Peter Morresey and Dr. Bart Barber welcome Dr. Alex Curtiss to talk about standing surgery—an approach that allows many procedures to be performed while the horse remains standing and sedated. Together, they walk through what these surgeries involve, the types of cases they’re best suited for, and how they compare to procedures performed under general anesthesia. From safety considerations to recovery time and overall outcomes, the conversation highlights why standing surgery has become an important advancement in equine veterinary care—and what it means for both horses and their owners. Watch episodes on YouTube @roodandriddle or visit us at www.rrvp.com