The Vet Pod

Ep 44: AI in Practice - Reducing the load with Artificial Intelligence In this episode, Charles and Natasha are diving into AI in practice and how vets can utilise artificial intelligence both in the clinic and on the road. They also discuss the lifting of the Bird Flu housing order, the latest bluetongue vaccination figures, and Charles catches up with John Gilmore ahead of the upcoming DairyCon...

Ep 38: Creeping Through the Herd – Bovine Mycoplasma In this episode, Natasha and Charles explore the topic of Mycoplasma in cattle. Charles also brings Natasha up to speed on BTV-3 and the availability of licensed vaccines to mitigate the spread. Colin Mason, based in Scotland, joins Charles to discuss the impact of Mycoplasma in cattle from a Scottish perspective. Colin reveals how the ability t...

Ep 13: Bracing for Bluetongue – are we ready? (Re-release) In this episode, we revisit our previous episode on Bluetongue virus serotype 3 as it arrives on our island. We hear from veterinary epidemiologist, Inge Santiman-Berends, about how Bluetongue has affected the Netherlands. We discuss how the virus has been transmitted through midges, possible vaccines, as well as signs and symptoms. We spe...

Ep 1: Udder Health – Drying Off (Part 1) (Re-release) With the drying-off season fast approaching — and all the challenges it brings — we’re diving back into a previous episode packed with practical insights. Charles chats with Willie Buckley, based in Bandon, Co. Cork, to discuss if farmers in the area are welcoming the transition from the blanket use of antibiotics in cattle to, now, placing car...

Ep 29: The Silent Sufferers – A new approach to pain In this episode, Charles catches up with an old friend, Hans Coetzee, about his career journey and the path that led him to his current role. He also shares insights into recent advancements in measuring pain in animals. We also chat with Maura Langan from Norbrook about the different options available for pain management. We cover the key highl...

Ep 26: The O'Learys - Talkin' 'bout 3 generations In this episode, we chat to three generations of vets - the O’Leary family. The Vet Pod heads to Cahersiveen, at the very edge of Kerry, to sit down with the one-of-a-kind Frank O’Leary and hear his reflections on how veterinary life has evolved over the years. We also catch up with his daughter-in-law, who shares heartfelt stories about her late h...

Ep 15: TB or not TB? – Measures to curb the spread In this episode we discuss the hot topic of bovine TB, following the new TB proposals. We take a look at these proposals and discuss their possible implications for the future if they're adopted. We also meet three vets who are grappling with bovine TB. Professor James Wood, from Cambridge explains how our understanding has changed in the las...

Ep 11: Resilience - Tackling mental health in veterinary This is a free episode. To unlock full access to all our episodes, subscribe here www.thevetpod.com Members of the veterinary industry encounter unique challenges and pressures, often daily, and the emotional impact of these demands can be substantial. Highlighting the importance of well-being for all those involved in the veterinary communi...

On this episode, we chat about the success that was AVSPNI. We hear from Caroline Garvan from the Department of Agriculture about the new - or not so new - legislation. We also hear from Emmie Bland and Finola McCoy as we return to the topic of drying off.     The VetPod is a one-of-a-kind veterinary podcast hosted by renowned veterinary consultants Charles Chavasse and Natasha...

In this episode we discuss alopecia in dogs and cats, wounds and surgical oncology. We also go back to Vet24 where we hear some opinions on the two new vet schools announced recently. The VetPod is a one-of-a-kind veterinary podcast hosted by renowned veterinary consultants Charles Chavasse and Natasha Mitchell. For more information, go to www.thevetpod.com A CPD CODE will be mentioned during each...

In this episode we talk coughing horses and equine lameness. We’re also at Vet24 where we hear some opinions on the two new vet schools announced recently. The VetPod is a one-of-a-kind veterinary podcast hosted by renowned veterinary consultants Charles Chavasse and Natasha Mitchell. For more information, go to www.thevetpod.com A CPD CODE will be mentioned during each podcast. After you’ve liste...

The VetPod is a one-of-a-kind veterinary podcast hosted by renowned veterinary consultants Charles Chavasse and Natasha Mitchell. For more information, go to www.thevetpod.com   A CPD CODE will be mentioned during each podcast. After you’ve listened to the podcast, please submit your details and the code to  Form (hsforms.com) . You will receive the credits once they have been appro...

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