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Welcome to the Veterinary Breakroom! In the breakroom, Alyssa Watson, DVM, and Beth Molleson, DVM, discuss the important, relevant topics affecting veterinarians today. In today’s episode, Dr. Alyssa and Dr. Beth break down the stereotype we’ve all heard before: with how much a visit to the vet office can cost, vets must be in it for the money! The…

In this episode, host Alyssa Watson, DVM, is joined by Heather Kvitko-White, DVM, DACVIM (SAIM), to talk about her recent Clinician’s Brief article, “Chronic Enteropathy in Cats.” Dr. White explains why viewing the condition as chronic enteropathy is gaining favor. She discusses the most practical diagnostic options, the realistic value of biopsy w…

Welcome to the Veterinary Breakroom! In the breakroom, Alyssa Watson, DVM, and Beth Molleson, DVM, discuss the important, relevant topics affecting veterinarians today. What happens when an ENFJ and an ISTP get together and host a podcast? Tune in and find out as Dr. Alyssa and Dr. Beth explore how Myers-Briggs personality types affect relationship…

In this episode, host Alyssa Watson, DVM, is joined by Armi Pigott, DVM, DACVECC, to talk about his recent Clinician’s Brief article, “Drugs & Blood Products Used to Manage Bleeding Disorders.” Hemostasis can be complicated, but Dr. Pigott helps to break it down into its 3 phases, then uses those to organize diseases and treatments. He also discuss…

Welcome to the Veterinary Breakroom! In the breakroom, Alyssa Watson, DVM, and Beth Molleson, DVM, discuss the important, relevant topics affecting veterinarians today. The field of veterinary medicine is ever-evolving, and it seems like that progression has only accelerated since the pandemic. As 2022 draws to a close, Dr. Beth and Dr. Alyssa refl…

In this episode, host Alyssa Watson, DVM, talks with Haley J. Leeper, DVM, DACVIM (Oncology), about her recent Clinician’s Brief article, “Top 5 Preventive Care Tips for Dogs & Cats with Cancer.” Dr. Leeper highlights the significant role veterinary general practitioners play in managing pets with chronic illnesses, covering everything from vaccine…

Welcome to the Veterinary Breakroom! In the breakroom, Alyssa Watson, DVM, and Beth Molleson, DVM, discuss the important, relevant topics affecting veterinarians today. It’s easy to say “don’t get a pet if you can’t afford one.” But what does that really mean? What if you can afford to feed the stray cat, but can’t help when he breaks his leg? One …

In this episode, host Alyssa Watson, DVM, is joined by Carly Patterson, DVM, DACVIM (SAIM), to talk about her recent Clinician’s Brief article, “Limb Swelling in an Intact Boerboel.” Dr. Patterson reviews her suspicions when initially taking on this case of highly localized symptoms only affecting the left hind leg and paw with a history of multipl…

Welcome to the Veterinary Breakroom! In the breakroom, Alyssa Watson, DVM, and Beth Molleson, DVM, discuss the important, relevant topics affecting veterinarians today. When Dr. Alyssa’s beloved Dogue de Bordeaux, Luna, needed a digit amputation for a tumor, she had to decide if she was going to be Luna’s mom or Luna’s doctor. While a common practi…

In this episode, host Alyssa Watson, DVM, is joined by Stan Veytsman, DVM, to talk about his recent Clinician’s Brief article, “Colonic Volvulus & Entrapment in a Labrador Retriever.” Dr. Veytsman explains the common presenting signs that this very uncommon problem shares with other acute abdominal conditions. He also reviews the difference between…

Welcome to the Veterinary Breakroom! In the breakroom, Alyssa Watson, DVM, and Beth Molleson, DVM, discuss the important, relevant topics affecting veterinarians today. We are excited to welcome the first Veterinary Breakroom guest, Chloe Ciarrocchi, PharmD, RPh, DICVP, in today’s episode. Veterinarians and pharmacists work together almost every da…

In this episode, host Alyssa Watson, DVM, welcomes back Sarah Boston, DVM, DVSc, DACVS, to talk about her recent Clinician’s Brief article, “Incisional Biopsy of Oral Tumors.” Dr. Boston explains why tissue biopsy is definitively better than aspiration of oral tumors and shares some good tips for how to get the most out of your samples. She also di…

Welcome to the Veterinary Breakroom! In the breakroom, Alyssa Watson, DVM, and Beth Molleson, DVM, discuss the important, relevant topics affecting veterinarians today. In this episode, Dr. Alyssa and Dr. Beth discuss the pros and cons of universal licensing and how license portability might improve access to care by making it easier for veterinari…

In this episode, host Alyssa Watson, DVM, welcomes back Amara Estrada, DVM, DACVIM (Cardiology), to talk about her recent Clinician’s Brief article, “Measuring Vertebral Heart Scale in Cats.” Dr. Estrada reviews exactly what the vertebral heart scale is, how to measure one, and what constitutes normal in cats. She also discusses the limitations and…

Welcome to the Veterinary Breakroom! In the breakroom, Alyssa Watson, DVM, and Beth Molleson, DVM, discuss the important, relevant topics affecting veterinarians today. It’s no secret that veterinary technicians are crucial in the veterinary clinic, but we want to know: what do vet techs wish they could say to their vets? And how can we show our ap…

Life in the veterinary clinic isn’t for the faint of heart. Between aggressive pets, overworked staff, and heart-wrenching cases, frustrations are easy to come by. In this Partner Podcast episode, host Dr. Beth Molleson sits down with Dr. Cindy Barnes, a former practice owner, to discuss simple ways to reclaim your joy and make the day-to-day less …

In this episode, host Alyssa Watson, DVM, is joined by Patricia Dowling, DVM, MSc, DACVIM (Large Animal), DACVCP, to talk about her recent Clinician’s Brief article, “Lower Urinary Tract Infections.” Dr. Dowling breaks down the diagnosis of bacterial cystitis—and how often it’s overdiagnosed—along with reviewing the current categories of sporadic v…

Welcome to the Veterinary Breakroom! In the breakroom, Alyssa Watson, DVM, and Beth Molleson, DVM, discuss the important, relevant topics affecting veterinarians today. We’ve all heard the stereotypes: Millennials feel too entitled, Gen X is cynical, and don’t even get us started on Boomers. These stereotypes often make their way into our workplace…

In this episode, host Alyssa Watson, DVM, talks with Amara Estrada, DVM, DACVIM (Cardiology), about her recent Clinician’s Brief article, “Measuring Vertebral Left Atrial Size in Dogs.” Dr. Estrada reviews the 2019 consensus guidelines in sharing the history of this new measuring tool. She then explains how to use it, along with the VHS, to screen …

As therapeutic options for pain control continue to grow, it’s important—but not easy—to stay up to date on all the ways to help your arthritis patients. In this Partner Podcast episode, host Dr. Beth Molleson talks with leading veterinary pain expert Dr. Robin Downing about how to implement the most complete and effective strategies for pain contr…

Welcome to the Veterinary Breakroom! In the breakroom, Alyssa Watson, DVM, and Beth Molleson, DVM, discuss the important, relevant topics affecting veterinarians today. We all make mistakes. But in the medical field, errors can have serious or even deadly consequences. The challenge becomes how to deal with those events and understand them in a way…

In this episode, host Alyssa Watson, DVM, is joined by Daniel Langlois DVM, DACVIM (SAIM), and Harry Cridge MVB, MS, DACVIM (SAIM), MRCVS, to talk about their recent Clinician’s Brief article, “Acute Pancreatitis in Dogs.” Dr. Cridge and Dr. Langlois comprehensively review this condition from both referral and general practice perspectives. They na…

Has your day ever been derailed by a fractious patient? We get it, but just because your patient is stressed doesn’t mean you need to be. In this Partner Podcast episode, host Dr. Beth Molleson talks with anesthesiologist Dr. Lisa Ebner about overcoming the challenges we face when it comes to providing adequate and safe sedation. You’ll get the ins…

Welcome to the Veterinary Breakroom! In the breakroom, Alyssa Watson, DVM, and Beth Molleson, DVM, discuss the important, relevant topics affecting veterinarians today. 2020 brought some major changes to veterinary clinics, including wider adoption of telemedicine practices out of necessity to provide care when the doors were closed. Now that most …

In this episode, host Alyssa Watson, DVM, is joined by Kathleen Cooney, DVM, MS, CHPV, CCFP, to talk about her recent Clinician’s Brief article, “Euthanasia Protocols.” Dr. Cooney discusses sedation versus anesthesia protocols, commonly and less commonly used routes of administration, and how to make the event about the pet. She shares a number of …

Welcome to the Veterinary Breakroom! In the breakroom, Alyssa Watson, DVM, and Beth Molleson, DVM, discuss the important, relevant topics affecting veterinarians today. In today’s episode, we discuss cyberbullying: when an online accusation or review results in a targeted attack on a veterinary clinic or staff member. Listen in as we discuss recent…

In this episode, host Alyssa Watson, DVM, is joined by Kristyn D. Broaddus, DVM, MS, DACVS, to talk about her recent Clinician’s Brief article, “Acute Lameness in a Pointer.” The case involves a dramatic—but less common—orthopedic injury: Achilles tendon rupture. Dr. Broaddus works us through every aspect of this injury, including surgery and the r…

Welcome to the Veterinary Breakroom! In the breakroom, Alyssa Watson, DVM, and Beth Molleson, DVM, discuss the important, relevant topics affecting veterinarians today. Taking a vacation is shown to promote well-being, increase productivity, and improve patient care. So why is it so hard to get out of the clinic? Start daydreaming about your next t…

In this episode, host Alyssa Watson, DVM, is joined by Douglas Palma, DVM, DACVIM, to talk about his recent Clinician’s Brief article, “Chronic Coughing in a Yorkshire Terrier.” Dr. Palma emphasizes when to suspect chronic bronchitis, how to exclude it from other relevant differentials, and which aspects of treatment are most important. He also sha…

Did you know that anesthetic complications occur most commonly during the recovery phase? In this episode of the Clinician’s Brief Partner Podcast, host Dr. Beth Molleson talks with general practitioner Dr. Tracey Deiss and anesthesiologist Dr. Tamara Grubb to break down the 4 phases of anesthesia and how each is critical to a smooth and successful…

Welcome to the Veterinary Breakroom! In the breakroom, Alyssa Watson, DVM, and Beth Molleson, DVM, discuss the important, relevant topics affecting veterinarians today. Student loans are a particularly hot topic this summer, as the COVID-19 repayment pause is set to expire, and rumblings are being heard from Capitol Hill about potential loan forgiv…

In this episode, host Alyssa Watson, DVM, is joined by Katherine Bennett, DVM, DACVAA, to talk about her recent Clinician’s Brief article, “Locoregional Anesthesia Complications.” Dr. Bennett shares her knowledge about using local blocks to your patient’s advantage, including when to use lidocaine versus bupivacaine (but not mixing) and how these d…

Conversations surrounding nutrition can be met with resistance with even the most well-meaning pet owners. Join host Dr. Beth Molleson as she has a conversation with long-time practice owner Dr. Lon Randall about his tips and solutions for improving communication and compliance when it comes to dietary adherence and food transitions. You’ll also he…

In this episode, host Alyssa Watson, DVM, is joined by Kris Kruse-Elliott, DVM, PhD, DACVAA, to talk about her recent Clinician’s Brief article, “Top 5 Analgesia Combinations for Common Surgical Procedures.” Dr. Kruse-Elliott takes what we already have in the clinic—opioids, NSAIDs, local anesthetics, ketamine, and dexmedetomidine—and explains how …

Welcome to the Veterinary Breakroom! In the breakroom, Alyssa Watson, DVM, and Beth Molleson, DVM, discuss the important, relevant topics affecting veterinarians today. In any high-stress career, maintaining healthy professional boundaries becomes a critical safeguard against burnout. Join us as we discuss what boundaries we have in place in our cl…

In this episode, host Alyssa Watson, DVM, is joined by Andrew Christopher Lewin, BVM&S, DACVO, to talk about his recent Clinician’s Brief article, “Ocular Pain & Vision Loss in a Golden Retriever.” Dr. Lewin brings us all up to speed on golden retriever pigmentary uveitis, a prevalent hereditary ocular condition. He shares the most important examin…

Welcome to the Veterinary Breakroom! In the breakroom, Alyssa Watson, DVM, and Beth Molleson, DVM, discuss the important, relevant topics affecting veterinarians today. Production-based compensation (commonly called the ProSal method) for associate veterinarians is often billed as a win-win for all involved. But implementation of the ProSal model v…

In this episode, host Alyssa Watson, DVM, welcomes back Karen M. Tobias, DVM, MS, DACVS, to talk about her recent Clinician’s Brief article, “Gonadectomy in Dogs: Considerations & Review.” Dr. Tobias lays out evidence for why spaying and castrating dogs at 4-6 months of age should no longer be a universal recommendation. She explains why—and how—we…

Welcome to the Veterinary Breakroom! In the breakroom, Alyssa Watson, DVM, and Beth Molleson, DVM, discuss the important, relevant topics affecting veterinarians today. We hear it all the time: euthanasia MUST be the hardest part of the job. But is it? How does euthanasia affect us as veterinarians and support staff? Tune in as we discuss these que…

Are you utilizing the food elimination trial as a diagnostic test to its full potential? In this episode of the Clinician’s Brief Partner Podcast, Ashley Bourgeois, DVM, DACVD, talks with host Beth Molleson, DVM, about why food elimination trials are so important in managing the pruritic patient. But never fear–she simplifies the steps, addresses o…

In this episode, host Alyssa Watson, DVM, is joined by W. Alex Fox-Alvarez, DVM, MS, DACVS-SA, to talk about his recent Clinician’s Brief article, “Gastric Dilatation-Volvulus in Dogs.” Dr. Fox-Alvarez covers everything from the major to minor points of handling GDV cases, with an evidence-based yet practical approach. From diagnosis to recovery, y…

Welcome to the Veterinary Breakroom, where Alyssa Watson, DVM, and Beth Molleson, DVM, discuss the important, relevant topics affecting veterinarians today. “I became a veterinarian because I just love charting,” said literally no one ever. And yet, generating complete, accurate medical records is a vital part of a veterinarian’s job and takes a co…

In this episode, host Alyssa Watson, DVM, is joined by Stacey Fox-Alvarez, DVM, MPH, DACVIM (Oncology), to talk about her recent Clinician’s Brief article, “Top 5 Paraneoplastic Syndromes.” Dr. Fox-Alvarez thoroughly details some of the most notable paraneoplastic syndromes you may come across in practice—hypercalcemia, hypoglycemia, hypertrophic o…

Welcome to the veterinary breakroom! Today in the breakroom, Alyssa Watson, DVM, and Beth Molleson, DVM, reflect on a recent study that evaluated client perception based on how veterinarians were dressed. How does it feel to know you’re being judged on your appearance? What do these results mean for veterinary teams? Listen in as we discuss our rea…

In this episode, host Alyssa Watson, DVM, talks with Carla Barstow, DVM, MS, DACT, about her recent Clinician’s Brief article, “Inappropriate Urination in a Neutered Cat.” Dr. Barstow shares the key physical examination finding that prepared her for the major twist in this case. She then leads us through the confirmation of the diagnosis with serol…

Welcome to the Veterinary Breakroom, where Alyssa Watson, DVM, and Beth Molleson, DVM, discuss the important, relevant topics affecting veterinarians today. In this episode, Dr. Alyssa and Dr. Beth discuss how the COVID-19 pandemic has influenced each of their careers over the past 2 years. From the early days of uncertainty surrounding PPE shortag…

In this episode, host Alyssa Watson, DVM, is joined by Josep Aisa, DVM, DECVS, to talk about his recent Clinician’s Brief article, “Nasal Swelling in a Border Collie.” Dr. Aisa breaks down his approach to this case of a young dog who presented with recurring swelling on the dorsal nasal midline at the junction of the nasal planum. He shares the key…

In this episode, host Alyssa Watson, DVM, is joined by Lisa Moses, VMD, DACVIM, to talk about her recent Clinician’s Brief article, “Top 5 Tips for Guiding Pet Owners Through Difficult Decisions.” Dr. Moses shares strategies for how to communicate with clients in emotionally challenging situations, with a focus on goals of care and client and patie…

Welcome to the Veterinary Breakroom! In the breakroom, Alyssa Watson, DVM, and Beth Molleson, DVM, will be discussing the important, relevant topics affecting veterinarians today. In this episode, Dr. Alyssa and Dr. Beth exchange views on what a midlevel position—similar to a human nurse practitioner or physician’s assistant—might look like in vete…

In this episode, host Alyssa Watson, DVM, talks with Selena Lane, DVM, DACVECC, about her recent Clinician’s Brief article, “Smoke Inhalation.” Dr. Lane explains what exactly causes the problems in these pets and how to assess them with a focus on respiratory injury and toxins like carbon monoxide or hydrogen cyanide. She also shares the best thera…