Disease Du Jour

In this episode, Dr. Sarah Eaton, DVM, DACT, CVA, DABVP (Equine), joined us to discuss the AAEP’s new Equine Infectious Abortion Field Diagnostic Guidelines. You can access the guidelines here: https://aaep.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/Equine-Infectious-Abortion-FDG_final.pdf This episode of Disease Du Jour is brought to you by Bimeda. Connect with Host Carly Sisson (Digital Content Manager) of...

In this episode, Courtney Mangano, DVM, joined us to talk about New World screwworm (NWS). She discussed the status of the current outbreak, the organism’s lifecycle, clinical signs and differential diagnoses, risk factors and transmission, biosecurity and sampling protocols, the AAEP’s new guidelines, and more. Dr. Mangano works for the New York State Department of Agriculture and Markets, Divisi...

In this episode, Bo Rainbow, DVM, of Kentucky Equine Veterinary Dental Specialists, joined us to discuss periodontal disease in horses. He talked about the clinical signs of periodontal disease, diagnostic approaches, treatment and management strategies, and more. This episode of Disease Du Jour is brought to you by Bimeda . GUESTS AND LINKS - EPISODE 183: Host: Carly Sisson (Digital Content Manag...

In this episode, Lauren Schnabel, DVM, PhD, DACVS, DACVSMR, joined us to discuss cellulitis and lymphangitis in horses. She explained how she differentiates the two conditions, her diagnostic approach in the field and clinic, her preferred treatment strategies and adjunctive therapies, and more. This episode of Disease Du Jour is brought to you by Equithrive. GUESTS AND LINKS - EPISODE 182: Host:...

In this episode, Kaycie Hatcher, DVM, joined us to discuss upper respiratory disorders in horses. She talked about common disorders she encounters in practice, her approach to building a differential diagnosis list, treatment and management strategies, and more. This episode of Disease Du Jour is brought to you by Equithrive. GUESTS AND LINKS - EPISODE 181: Host: Carly Sisson (Digital Content Mana...

In this episode, Erika Machtinger, PhD, CWB®, associate professor of entomology and extension vector-borne disease lead at Pennsylvania State University, joined us to discuss pigeon fever in horses, including its pathogenesis, epidemiology, clinical presentations, and more. This episode of Disease Du Jour is brought to you by Equithrive. Learn more about the science behind Equithrive Mare Pellets...

In this episode, Kara Brown, VMD, DACVSMR, joined us to discuss equine tendon and ligament injuries. She explained the pathophysiology of soft tissue injuries, her favorite diagnostic imaging modalities, injury management strategies, the role of biologics, and more. This episode of Disease Du Jour is brought to you by Equithrive. Learn more about the science behind Equithrive Mare Pellets at equit...

In this episode, Allen Page, DVM, PhD, joined us to discuss some of his research on the metabolic effects of various intra-articular corticosteroids, as well as how ertugliflozin may influence horses’ metabolic responses to these treatments. Page spoke about how differences among corticosteroids can inform veterinarians’ choices when selecting intra-articular agents, key considerations when using...

In this episode, Lauren Bookbinder, DVM, DACVIM-LA, joined us to discuss neonatal maladjustment syndrome (NMS) and foal sepsis. She described the causes and clinical signs of NMS, management options, risk of sepsis in these foals, and prognosis. She also discussed other risk factors for foal sepsis, strategies for identifying septic foals, treatment options, and more. This episode of Disease Du Jo...

In this episode, we spoke with Liara Gonzalez, DVM, PhD, DACVS-LA, about her research on equine intestinal injury and recovery. Dr. Gonzalez’s lab was the first to develop a large animal pig model to study intestinal stem cells. It was also the first to identify these cells in horses and to grow intestinal stem cells into enteroids derived from pigs and horses. Her research is advancing our unders...

In this episode, Charlie Barton, BVetMed, MS, DACVS-LA, joined us to discuss equine joint health and healing. They discussed biologics, gene therapy, emerging joint therapies, and more. This episode of Disease Du Jour is brought to you by Equithrive. Use promo code DUJOUR to get 20% off your first order, plus free shipping at Equithrive.com . GUESTS AND LINKS - EPISODE 175: Host: Carly Sisson (Dig...

In this episode, Laurie Lawrence, PhD (equine nutrition), joined us to discuss nutrition for performance horses. She explained what a “balanced diet” means from a nutritional standpoint and talked about energy sources, protein recommendations, digestive physiology, the role of supplements, and more. This episode of Disease Du Jour is brought to you by Equithrive . Use promo code DUJOUR to get 20%...

In this episode, Lindsay Goodale, DVM, joined us to discuss how she believes equine welfare and veterinary medicine should intersect. She talked about some aspects of equine welfare that might be overlooked, how to incorporate behavior-modification principles or low-stress handling techniques, how veterinarians can communicate welfare-based recommendations to clients, and much more. This episode o...

In this episode, Andrew van Eps, BVSc, PhD, DACVIM-LA, joined us to discuss equine laminitis. He explained the mechanisms that lead to different forms of laminitis, risk assessment, early indicators, treatment and rehabilitation strategies, and more. Learn more about Dr. van Eps’ research on laminitis at https://www.vet.upenn.edu/research/research-laboratories/van-eps-laboratory/ This episode of D...

In this episode, Stephanie Batliner, VP of Regulatory Affairs and R&D North America for Bimeda, joined us to discuss  the FDA approval process for pioneer and generic animal drugs. She also discussed veterinary devices, pharmacy compounding, counterfeit drugs, and more.  This episode of Disease Du Jour is brought to you by Bimeda. GUESTS AND LINKS - EPISODE 171 Host: Carly Sisson (Di...

In this episode, Dr. Ben Espy, DVM, DACT, joined us to discuss subfertility in mares. He explained common causes of subfertility, strategies for addressing them, alternative reproductive techniques, and more.  This episode of Disease Du Jour is brought to you by Equithrive. GUESTS AND LINKS - EPISODE 170 Host: Carly Sisson (Digital Content Manager) of EquiManagement | Email Carly (CSisson@equ...

In this episode, Kelly Knickelbein, VMD, DACVO, joined us to discuss ocular squamous cell carcinoma in horses, including clinical signs, risk factors, treatment options, prevention strategies, and more. She also briefly discussed her current research on genetic cataracts in horses.  This episode of Disease Du Jour is brought to you by Equithrive. GUESTS AND LINKS - EPISODE 169 Host: Carly Sis...

In this episode, Clare Ryan, DVM, PhD, DACVIM, joined us to discuss antimicrobial stewardship in equine practice. She explained why antimicrobial stewardship is important, offered suggestions for veterinarians interested in applying antimicrobial stewardship principles in their prescribing practices, and shared some resources that are available to help. This episode of Disease Du Jour is brought t...

In this episode, Joy Tomlinson, DVM, PhD, DACVIM (LAIM), joined us to discuss common liver diseases in horses, including EqPV-H and EqHV. She talked about clinical signs of liver disease, diagnostic strategies, treatment and management options, biosecurity considerations, and more.  This episode of Disease Du Jour is brought to you by Bimeda. GUESTS AND LINKS - EPISODE 167 Host: Carly Sisson...

In this episode, Amy Johnson, DVM, DACVIM (LAIM & Neurology), joined us to talk about noninfectious neurologic diseases in horses, specifically CVSM and eNAD/EDM. She discussed clinical signs, diagnostics, management options, and more. This episode of Disease Du Jour is brought to you by Equithrive. GUESTS AND LINKS - EPISODE 166 Host: Carly Sisson (Digital Content Manager) of EquiManagement |...

In this episode, Rebecca McOnie, DVM, ACVS, joined us to discuss equine castrations, including her preferred surgical techniques, anesthesia recommendations, safety considerations, and more. This episode of Disease Du Jour is brought to you by Equithrive. GUESTS AND LINKS - EPISODE 165 Host: Carly Sisson (Digital Content Manager) of EquiManagement | Email Carly (CSisson@equinenetwork.com) Guest: D...

In this episode, Jane Manfredi, DVM, MS, PhD, DACVS-LA, DACVSMR, joined us to discuss common muscle conditions and injuries in horses. She talked about risk factors, clinical signs, diagnostics, treatment and management options, and more. This episode of Disease Du Jour is brought to you by Bimeda. GUESTS AND LINKS - EPISODE 164 Host: Carly Sisson (Digital Content Manager) of EquiManagement | Emai...

In this episode, Katie Sheats, DVM, PhD, DACVIM, joined us to discuss the effects of wildfire smoke exposure on horses’ airways. She talked about treatment and management strategies for horses exposed to smoke, the lasting impacts of smoke exposure, and more. This episode of Disease Du Jour is brought to you by Bimeda . GUESTS AND LINKS - EPISODE 163 Host: Carly Sisson (Digital Content Manager) of...

In this episode, Jeffrey Berk, VMD, MRCVS, joined us to talk about his involvement in Thoroughbred sales, particularly for yearlings, 2-year-olds, and young track horses. Dr. Berk began his veterinary career as a racetrack practitioner and subsequently started a practice in Ocala, Florida. He is currently residing and practicing in Lexington, Kentucky, with Equine Medical Associates. His primary p...

In this episode, Melanie Perrier, DrMedVet, DACVS, DECVS, CERP, discussed some of the equine rehabilitation modalities she commonly uses in practice, including mesotherapy, laser therapy, and kinesiotape. She talked about how she decides which modalities to incorporate into her treatment plan when evaluating a case for rehabilitation, and she offered advice for veterinarians interested in expandin...