In today's VETgirl online veterinary CE podcast, we talk with Drs. Karie Johnson, DVM and Lori Teller, DVM, DAVBP about today's challenges in the veterinary industry, as well as the AVMF REACH program. A new initiative by Purina Pro Plan Veterinary Diets is helping remove barriers veterinarians face in practice today. In today's podcast, we're going to discuss some of the challenges veterinarians are facing today, how these challenges have sparked innovation and how initiatives like the REACH Program are filling a need and helping patients.

In today's VETgirl online veterinary CE podcast, we talk to Dr. David Dycus about what you need to know about managing canine osteoarthritis, how it affects our canine patient's quality of life, and what we can do about it. Tune in to learn about the Canine Osteoarthritis Staging Tool (COAST), how it affects our veterinary patient outcomes, and what to do if you're hesitant to use NSAIDs long term!

In today's VETgirl online veterinary CE podcast, we review the clinical signs, clinical course and prognosis for dogs diagnosed with pericardial effusion secondary to either left atrial rupture from myxomatous mitral valve disease versus those with neoplastic cardiac tamponade. This is based off a recent study by Sugiura et al entitled “Retrospective evaluation of clinical signs, clinical course, and prognosis between dogs with left atrial rupture secondary to myxomatous mitral valve disease and those with neoplastic cardiac tamponade (2015-2019): 70 cases.”

In this VETgirl veterinary continuing education podcast, we interview financial advisors Tom Seeko and CJ Burnett, co-founders of Florida Veterinary Advisors. VETgirl? I have a financial advisor, so the question is, do YOU need a financial advisor? Do you need one who understands the veterinary industry? Tune in as we discuss some of the biggest hurdles that veterinarians experience within their finances, challenges that practice owners can face, and the resources available to the veterinary industry.

In this VETgirl veterinary continuing education podcast, we interview Juliann London AAS, RVT, VTS (Dermatology) on all things dermatology! When it comes to food trials in your veterinary patients, are you doing them correctly? How do you explain to the pet owner why various dermatological testing protocols may be needed to determine if their pet has food allergies? When should you implement a food trial and what does your pet owner need to know about food trials?

In today's VETgirl online veterinary continuing education podcast, Dr. Justine Lee, DACVECC, DABT and Dr. Garret Pachtinger, DACVECC discuss the top 5 things that have fallen out of favor in veterinary medicine. From pressure wraps to the use of colloids to overuse of antibiotics to "negative explores" or cosmetic surgery, tune in to learn what you shouldn't be doing anymore.

In today's VETgirl online veterinary CE podcast, we talk to Dr. Brittany Lancellotti, DACVD about all things derm! Tune in as she discusses some of the biggest challenges in treating dogs with allergic skin disease, and how to deal with owners who become frustrated with their pet's skin disease!

In today's VETgirl online veterinary CE podcast, we're going to talk about pericardial effusion -; from how to diagnose it, what the clinical signs are, and how to treat it! Most importantly, tune in to learn how to perform a successful pericardiocentesis.

In today's VETgirl online veterinary CE podcast, we talk to Dr. Linda Black, DVM, PhD about career advice for veterinarians! Plus, learn what Dr. Black's top advice is for veterinarians when it comes to what it's like to be in a research setting.

In this VETgirl veterinary continuing education podcast, we interview Dr. Michelle Clancy and Dr. Paige Baker from IndeVets. Join us as we explore the importance of setting professional and clinical goals in vet med, say goodbye to outdated practices in 2023, and reveal the resolutions guiding us in 2024 towards exceptional patient care.

In today's VETgirl online veterinary CE podcast, Dr. Justine Lee, DACVECC, DABT discusses isoniazid toxicosis in dogs. While isoniazid isn't a common toxicant seen in dogs, this antimicrobial can potentially be fatal when dogs get into poisonous amounts. Veterinary professionals must be aware of the narrow margin of safety with this human and veterinary antibiotic.

In this VETgirl veterinary continuing education podcast, we interview Dr. Leighann Daristotle on the role of therapeutic foods in small animal veterinary patients. As veterinary professionals, how do we go about making a nutritional recommendation for complicated cases? Tune in to learn what your options are!

In today's VETgirl online veterinary CE podcast, Dr. Justine Lee, DACVECC, DABT discusses what you need to know about oxygen supplementation in your veterinary patients. Methods of oxygen delivery range from flow-by oxygen to face mask delivery to using an oxygen cage or nasal canulas or using a mechanical ventilator.

In today's VETgirl online veterinary CE podcast, Dr. Justine Lee, DACVECC, DABT discusses how to determine if your veterinary patient needs oxygen therapy. Utilizing subjective and objective data such as a "minimalistic" (stress-free) exam to pulse oximeter or arterial blood gas (ABG), we can determine if oxygen therapy is warranted in your patient.

In today's VETgirl podcast, we talk with Dr. Lisa Powell, DVM, DACVECC and Dr. Jessica Kerley about their study entitled "Retrospective evaluation of the incidence of presumed feline urethral obstruction during a prepandemic year compared to a pandemic year." Was there a true increased incidence of feline urethral obstruction (UO) in male cats during this time period? Tune in to learn more!

In today's VETgirl online veterinary CE podcast, Erica Emmett discusses how and why you need to build your emotional intelligence. First, what is emotional intelligence (EI), and how does one build their EI? More importantly, what are some tools veterinary teams can use to help build their team's EI? Tune in to learn more about building your non-medical intelligence!

In today's VETgirl online veterinary CE podcast, we talk to Denise S. Rollings, CVT, VTS (Dentistry) on dentistry life hacks, Part 2! Tune in to learn the importance of using the right equipment and using it properly. She'll leave us some tips on what to discuss at the follow-up dental appointment and the importance of client education to help with pet owner compliance.

In today's VETgirl online veterinary continuing education podcast, we interview Dr. Debra Olbrich, MS, DVM. How common is FeLV, and which types of cats are at risk? How hard is FeLV to diagnose, and should we be vaccinating cats for FeLV? Tune in to learn what you need to know about updating your vaccine protocol to include FeLV vaccination!

In today's VETgirl online veterinary continuing education podcast, Dr. Justine Lee, DACVECC, DABT and Dr. Garret Pachtinger, DACVECC discuss how to manage and treat the feline urethral obstruction patient. From rapidly identifying the hyperkalemic feline patient to stabilizing them with IV fluids and pharmacological intervention to unblocking them, tune in to learn more about the blocked cat!

In today's VETgirl podcast, we talk with Randy Hall. Tune in to learn some of the biggest challenges veterinary practices are facing today, how to deal with the stress and burnout that seems to be more prevalent now, and what we can do to solve the staffing problem right now!