VETAHEAD Pod

Get ahead with VETAHEAD and join Dr. Laila Proença™ on 15 minutes of ZooMed (exotic animal medicine) content. Today, let's dives into a cutting-edge study exploring the use of  intraosseous contrast administration  for CT angiography in green iguanas. This episode it’s a game-changer for reptile diagnostics! Learn how this innovative technique bypasses the challenges of IV access, especially for t...

Get ahead with VETAHEAD and join Dr. Laila Proença™ on 15 minutes of ZooMed (exotic animal medicine) content. Today, let's dive into the challenges of assessing pain in guinea pigs. Dr. Laila Proença™ unpacks a recent study aiming to validate a new pain scale for these squeaky companions, complete with categories like appearance, function, and behavior. But, does it work? From curious findings (he...

Get ahead with VETAHEAD and join Dr. Laila Proença™ on 15 minutes of ZooMed (exotic animal medicine) content. Ferret fans, this one’s for you! Today, Dr. Laila Proença™ is here to transform how we think about renal evaluation in ferrets. This episode unpacks a brand-new study establishing reference intervals for blood and urinary parameters related to renal function in clinically healthy ferrets,...

Get ahead with VETAHEAD and join Dr. Proença on 15 minutes of ZooMed (exotic animal medicine) content. Ever struggled with placing IV catheters in rabbits? Dr. Proença is here to make your life easier! She breaks down a fascinating study comparing cephalic, lateral saphenous, and marginal ear veins for IV catheter placement in rabbits. Discover which site has the highest success rate, the most com...

In this special #TBT on Friday edition of  The Honest Podcast , we rewind to April 2020. Please keep in mind the date these episodes were recorded, as the topics discussed are related to the events and circumstances of that time. Enjoy this nostalgic journey with us! Let's rewind for a heartfelt, lighthearted episode featuring Dr. Laila Proença’s being interviewed by her kids, Bou and Chloe. That...

In this special, unscripted episode, we dive into the often-unspoken struggles faced by veterinary professionals committed to equal care for all animals, regardless of species. Dr. Proença shares a raw, personal story of stepping outside her comfort zone, advocating for ZooMed (exotics) pets in a way that mirrors the standard care typically reserved for dogs and cats. It’s a heartfelt, candid look...

Get ahead with VETAHEAD and join Dr. Proença on 15 minutes of ZooMed (exotic animal medicine) content. Today, Dr. Proença dives into how gut-loading Dubia roaches with a high calcium commercial diet can make all the difference for your bug eating patients. From reptiles to hedgehogs, this study shows just how important it is to prep those bugs before feeding! Discover the science behind improving...

Get ahead with VETAHEAD and join Dr. Proença on 15 minutes of ZooMed (exotic animal medicine) content. Today, Dr. Proença Dr. Proença dives into the world of sodium urate cholelithiasis in iguanas—and it's more common than you might think! Discover the clinical and pathologic findings from this eye-opening study, featuring five iguanas diagnosed with gallstones. Learn about the symptoms (or lack t...

In this inspiring episode of  The Honest Podcast , Dr. Laila Proença welcomes Emily Merry, co-founder of ScribeNotes and a trailblazing entrepreneur in the veterinary tech space. Emily shares her incredible life story, from navigating the challenges of veterinary school to launching an AI-powered solution designed to revolutionize veterinary workflows. With candid reflections on balancing her stud...

Get ahead with VETAHEAD and join Dr. Proença on 15 minutes of ZooMed (exotic animal medicine) content. Today, Dr. Proença tackles the tricky topic of urolithiasis (bladder stones) in chelonians! This episode dives deep into a 20-year study exploring how housing, diet, and other factors affect bladder stone formation in tortoises—especially the African spurred tortoise. Find out why indoor living m...

Get ahead with VETAHEAD and join Dr. Proença on 15 minutes of ZooMed (exotic animal medicine) content. Today, Dr. Proença explores an exciting new study on  t ransdermal fentanyl application in corn snakes!  Discover how this pain management method shows promising results with serum fentanyl concentrations lasting up to 4 weeks —but does it really provide analgesia? Join us as we break down behavi...

In this heartfelt episode of The Honest Podcast, Dr. Laila Proença welcomes her longtime friend, Dr. Vivian Ghiorzi, to share the inspiring story of her life and career and the journey of validating the veterinary diploma in the US (ECFVG). Dr. Ghiorzi's journey is one of perseverance, beginning in southern Brazil and spanning continents, as she navigated the challenges of becoming a veterinary in...

Get ahead with VETAHEAD and join Dr. Proença on 15 minutes of ZooMed (exotic animal medicine) content. Today's episode is packed with insights on adipocytic (fat) tumors and xanthomas in our feathered friends! Join Dr. Proença as she breaks down a massive study covering 20 years of data on parrot adipocytic tumors, revealing key risk factors, common sites, and surprising associations with other he...

Get ahead with VETAHEAD and join Dr. Proença on 15 minutes of ZooMed (exotic animal medicine) content. Today, this episode is soaring in with groundbreaking insights into avian kidney health! Dr. Proença takes you through the latest research on using Symmetric Dimethylarginine (SDMA) as a marker for renal disease in Hispaniolan Amazon and Quaker parrots. With these new reference intervals, you can...

In this episode, Dr. Laila Proença welcomes Dr. Natalia Strokowska, a visionary veterinarian and founder of Vet No Limits. Dr. Strokowska shares her incredible journey from growing up in post-communist Poland to becoming a global force in veterinary education and clinical training. With a passion for innovation, travel, and empowering vets worldwide, she has worked across five continents and devel...

Get ahead with VETAHEAD and join Dr. Proença on 15 minutes of ZooMed (exotic animal medicine) content. Today, let's dive into the fascinating world of hedgehog pain management. In this episode, we explore the effects of subcutaneous hydromorphone in four-toed hedgehogs. From pain relief to some rather  adorable  (but not so ideal) side effects—like paw raising and vocalization—this episode has...

Get ahead with VETAHEAD and join Dr. Proença on 15 minutes of ZooMed (exotic animal medicine) content. Today,  Dr. Proença is diving into the latest research on treating odontogenic abscesses in rabbits.  Should we stick to the traditional radical surgery, or could a less invasive abscess packing technique be effective? With findings from 72 real-life cases, this episode explores the pros and cons...

Get ready for a special treat in this edition of  The Honest.  In our exclusive segment,  The Honest Expert , Dr. Laila Proença invites top-notch experts to spill the beans on their fields. In this insightful episode, Dr. Laila Proença invites Mira Johnson  CPA, CVPM , and managing partner at JF Bell Group, to share her expertise on launching, managing, and growing successful veterinary practices....

Get ahead with VETAHEAD and join Dr. Proença on 15 minutes of ZooMed (exotic animal medicine) content. Today, Dr. Proença dives into the latest research on treating odontogenic abscesses and jaw osteomyelitis in rabbits, revealing why radical debridement and frequent monitoring is the key to success.  From the importance of comprehensive surgical techniques to the crucial role of client follow-up,...

Get ahead with VETAHEAD and join Dr. Proença on 15 minutes of ZooMed (exotic animal medicine) content. Today, Dr. Proença reveals groundbreaking discoveries in parrot care! Ever wondered how close you can get to the bone when trimming a parrot's beak? Or why sedation is a must? This episode unpacks cutting-edge research using 2D and 3D imaging that will forever change how you approach beak tri...

Get ahead with VETAHEAD and join Dr. Proença on 15 minutes of ZooMed (exotic animal medicine) content. Today, the 2024 RECOVER Guidelines are here, and they’re shaking up the way we do CPR for our furry (and not-so-furry) patients! Dr. Laila Proença is back with a must-listen episode breaking down the latest updates in CPR protocols for dogs and cats—and how to adapt them for your ZooMed (exotics)...

Get ready for a special treat in this edition of The Honest. In our exclusive segment, The Honest Expert, Dr. Laila Proença invites top-notch experts to spill the beans on their specialized fields. In this episode, Dr. Proença sits down with the dynamic duo behind Veterinary Emergency Group (VEG), Dr. David Bessler and David Glattstein. Dive deep into their personal journeys as they share candid s...

Get ahead with VETAHEAD and join Dr. Proença on 15 minutes of ZooMed (exotic animal medicine) content. Today, let's explore the population pharmacokinetics of single-dose oral pimobendan in ferrets. Discover how this chewable heart medication, commonly used for dogs, performs in our little fuzzy friends. From the challenges of administering medications to ferrets, to the fascinating findings o...

Get ahead with VETAHEAD and join Dr. Proença on 15 minutes of ZooMed (exotic animal medicine) content. Today, let's explore the fascinating world of blood transfusions for ferrets! Ever wondered if a ferret could receive blood from a cat or a dog in an emergency? Tune in as we dive into the latest research, uncovering the compatibility of ferret blood with feline and canine donors. Discover th...

In this inspiring episode of The Honest Podcast, we delve into the remarkable life journey of Dr. Cassi Fleming. From her early days as a determined veterinary student to her rise as the face of Vetfolio, Dr. Fleming's story is one of unwavering passion, resilience, and dedication. She opens up about the unique challenges and obstacles she overcame as a woman in a male-dominated field, and the...