Clinician's Brief: The Podcast

In this episode, host Alyssa Watson, DVM, is joined by Khursheed Mama, DVM, DACVAA, to talk about her recent Clinician’s Brief article, “Top 5 Anesthetic Management Differences Between Dogs & Cats.” Dr. Mama compares and contrasts the risks that each species presents, including respiratory fatigue, tracheal tears, and cortical blindness. She also explains why risk increases during induction and re...

In this episode, host Alyssa Watson, DVM, talks with Adesola Odunayo, DVM, MS, DACVECC, about her recent Clinician’s Brief article, “Xenotransfusion in a Cat.” Dr. Odunayo discusses the history, process, and reason for xenotransfusion and why it tends to be canine donors for feline recipients. She also shares some of her experiences with the procedure, including one involving a private plane. Don’...

In this episode, host Alyssa Watson, DVM, is joined by Matthew Kornya, DVM, ABVP (Feline) Residency Trained, ACVIM (SAIM) Resident, to discuss his recent Clinician’s Brief articles on feline infectious peritonitis. Dr. Kornya gives a concise yet comprehensive overview of FIP. He covers pathogenesis, presentations, his preferred diagnostic approach—spoiler alert, it’s the Rivalta test—and the thera...

We’re back! Clinician’s Brief : The Podcast is coming back soon and introducing our new host, Dr. Alyssa Watson! Listen as Dr. Alyssa shares her background and talks about how her career has taken unexpected turns over her 18 years in practice, as well as sharing her clinical interests. Subscribe today so you are notified when there are new episodes of Clinician's Brief : The Podcast! Contact us:...

Still haven't subscribed to Clinician's Brief Partner Podcast? Get to know the Clinician’s Brief Partner Podcast in this introductory episode with host Dr. Katie Berlin. Dr. Katie shares insights into the creation of Clinician’s Brief content and how the Clinician’s Brief medical team works to keep content—including content created through special collaborations with industry partners—useful, accu...

Do you love Clinician's Brief : The Podcast? Well, you're in luck! Clinician's Brief Partner Podcast is here! Join host Katie Berlin, DVM, as she dives into conversations with industry leaders on clinical and business topics. Enjoy this sneak peek series with Dr. Berlin, brought to you by CareCredit and Pets Best. In the final episode of this 5-part series on proactive lifelong care, host Katie Be...

Do you love Clinician's Brief : The Podcast? Well, you're in luck! Clinician's Brief Partner Podcast is here! Join host Katie Berlin, DVM, as she dives into conversations with industry leaders on clinical and business topics. Enjoy this sneak peek series with Dr. Berlin, brought to you by CareCredit and Pets Best. In the fourth episode of this 5-part series exploring a proactive approach to veteri...

In this episode, host Beckie Mossor, RVT, welcomes Tom Schermerhorn, VMD, DACVIM (SIAM), back to wrap up our three-part series on blood sugar and discuss his recent Clinician’s Brief article, “Insulin Selection in Diabetic Dogs and Cats.” Dr. Schermerhorn explains why no one product is best for all. He then shares with us how to make good initial insulin selections, how to use tests like A1c or fr...

Do you love Clinician's Brief : The Podcast? Well, you're in luck! Clinician's Brief Partner Podcast is here! Join host Katie Berlin, DVM, as she dives into conversations with industry leaders on clinical and business topics. Enjoy this sneak peek series with Dr. Berlin, brought to you by CareCredit and Pets Best. In episode 3 of this 5-part series on providing proactive care for a lifetime, host...

In this episode, host Beckie Mossor, RVT, welcomes Tom Schermerhorn, VMD, DACVIM (SAIM), back to discuss his recent Clinician’s Brief article, “Hypoglycemia.” Dr. Schermerhorn discusses how hypoglycemia can be a sign of underlying diseases. He also talks about diabetes and the clinical challenge of hypoglycemia related to insulin use. Resource: https://www.cliniciansbrief.com/article/hypoglycemia-...

In this episode, host Beckie Mossor, RVT, is joined by Karen Moriello, DVM, DACVD, to discuss her recent Clinician’s Brief article, “Dermatophytosis.” Dr. Moriello covers all angles of dermatophytosis—exposure, diagnostics, species, therapies, and disinfection. She’s dropping knowledge like M. canis drops spores. Resources: https://www.cliniciansbrief.com/article/dermatophytosis https://mycology.a...

In this episode, host Beckie Mossor, RVT, is joined by Tom Schermerhorn, VMD, DACVIM (SAIM), to discuss his recent Clinician’s Brief article, “Hyperglycemia.” Dr. Schermerhorn delves into persistent hyperglycemia as it relates to diagnosing and monitoring diabetes mellitus, including comorbidities. He also discusses hyperglycemia in acute settings—often secondary to more urgent problems. Finally,...

In this episode, host Beckie Mossor, RVT, welcomes Ellen Lindell, VMD, DACVB, back to discuss her recent Clinician’s Brief article, “Developmental Stages of Kittens.” Dr. Lindell reviews the timing of behavioral stages in kittens and how that impacts socialization. She explains how we can help our clients achieve healthy human–cat bonds, starting with the essentials that should be covered at every...

Do you love Clinician's Brief : The Podcast? Well, you're in luck! Clinician's Brief : Partner Podcast is coming early 2021! Join our host Katie Berlin, DVM, as she dives into conversations with industry leaders on clinical and business topics. Enjoy this sneak peek series with Dr. Berlin, brought to you by CareCredit and Pets Best. In the second episode of our 5-part series exploring the value of...

Do you love Clinician's Brief : The Podcast? Well, you're in luck! Clinician's Brief : Partner Podcast is coming early 2021! Join our host Katie Berlin, DVM, as she dives into conversations with industry leaders on clinical and business topics. Enjoy this sneak peek series with Dr. Berlin, brought to you by CareCredit and Pets Best. In this episode, host Katie Berlin, DVM, and guest Robin Downing,...

In this episode, host Beckie Mossor, RVT, chats with Ellen Lindell, VMD, DACVB, about her recent Clinician’s Brief article, “Developmental Stages of Puppies.” Dr. Lindell discusses the 4 stages of puppy behaviors, including how clients and veterinary care providers can meet the needs of each stage. She covers socialization, bottle-raised puppies, and considering the individual behavioral needs of...

In this episode, host Beckie Mossor, RVT, is joined by Dan Carey, DVM, to talk about the itchy, flaky world of dermatology. With dermatologic conditions being the most common reason for patient visits, dermatology is a hot topic that veterinary professionals should always stay well-versed in. Dr. Dan Carey shares his expertise on the matter in this first episode of a 3-part series. Dr. Carey discu...

In this episode, host Beckie Mossor, RVT, talks with Heather Prendergast, RVT, CVPM, SPHR, about empathy. Heather discusses how we should try to put ourselves in our clients’ shoes to understand their veterinary experience and how doing so can make us better. She also shares the key question to maintaining empathy toward our clients and their decisions: why. Brought to you by Claro® (florfenicol,...

In this episode, host Beckie Mossor, RVT, is joined by Andrew Rosenberg, DVM, DACVD, to chat about his recent Clinician’s Brief article, “Nonresponsive Skin Lesions in a Siberian Husky.” Dr. Rosenberg lays out the specialist’s perspective on initial work-up and takes us through to the eventual diagnosis of the crusty husky from his article. He also covers the bread-and-butter clinical tools of vet...

In this episode, host Beckie Mossor, RVT, speaks with Heather Prendergast, RVT, CVPM, SPHR, about the challenges—and opportunities—stemming from the COVID-19 pandemic that our industry faces. With her background in practice management and human resources, Heather explains how veterinary clinics have adapted by embracing technology and telehealth. She also delves into new roles, ways to utilize tea...

In this episode, host Beckie Mossor, RVT, chats with Audrey K. Cook, BVM&S, MRCVS, MS, DACVIM (SAIM), DECVIM-CA, DABVP (Feline), about her recent Clinician’s Brief article, “Top 5 Indications for Appetite Stimulation.” Dr. Cook challenges how tolerant we collectively are of hyporexia and anorexia, and she explains why intervening to improve appetite should be done earlier and more often. Listen as...

In this episode, host Beckie Mossor, RVT, talks to Sarah Boston, DVM, DVSc, DACVS, ACVS Founding Fellow of Surgical Oncology, ACVS Founding Fellow of Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery, about her recent Clinician’s Brief article, “Oral Tumors.” Dr. Boston shares her game plan for how to get successful outcomes with things like oral squamous cell carcinoma and melanoma. Because many tumors are found duri...

In this episode, host Beckie Mossor, RVT, talks to Jonathan Miller, DVM, MS, DACVS (Small Animal), about his recent Clinician’s Brief article, “Jaw Fractures.” Dr. Miller reviews the situations that are typically associated with jaw fractures. He also explains why jaw fractures are challenging for clients to notice and for veterinarians to diagnose. Rounding it out, Dr. Miller discusses treatment...

In this episode, host Beckie Mossor, RVT, is joined by Deborah Linder, DVM, MS, DACVN, to talk about her recent Clinician’s Brief article, “Advising Pet Owners on Nutritional Adequacy.” Often a hot topic filled with strong opinions, Dr. Linder shares her approach when speaking with clients about what to feed their pets. She discusses putting an emphasis on evidence when answering frequently asked...

In this episode, host Beckie Mossor, RVT, talks to Andrew Linklater, DVM, DACVECC, about his recent Clinician’s Brief article, “Acute Pleural Effusion in a Dog.” Dr. Linklater talks about what he learned from Marcus’ case—the dog featured in his article. He also gives in-depth reviews for both (yes, there was more than one) of the complicated conditions Marcus was diagnosed with and reminds us tha...