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Inspired by a previous episode about simple hacks for improving the quality of life in senior dogs, this episode features Dr. Ruth-Ann Spinosa who shifts the focus of the conversation to cats. Join host Dr. Cassi and Dr. Spinosa as they delve into how proper feline nutrition and integrative care can improve the quality of life for our senior feline patients.

Amy Newfield talks about her experience with burnout and her resolve to focus on wellbeing. In this podcast some of the questions that will be discussed include: What role does leadership play in the wellbeing of the staff? What about the individual's responsibility? What if any tips/tricks are there to help veterinary professionals struggling with burnout?

In 2023, the 118th Congress began without a single animal health professional serving in either the U.S. House of Representatives or the Senate for the first time in many years. Congressman Schrader was the last veterinarian in Congress before he retired in December. In this special edition podcast with NAVC Embrace, Dr. Cassi speaks to Congressman Schrader about the need for animal health profess...

Nutritional pet supplements are one of the most valuable tools the veterinary healthcare team can use to help their patients thrive, but with so many available today, how do you know which are safe and effective? To help pet owners make the right decisions about nutritional supplements for their pets, you must be armed with evidence-based information and facts about these products. The veterinary...

Dr. Cassi and Dr. Dana Varble are together again discussing Dr. Varble’s recent article in Today’s Veterinary Practice: We Are Treating Burnout All Wrong. In this episode, they talk about the factors that make veterinary professionals uniquely prone to burnout and the importance of individuals and organizations working together to help prevent burnout. They also explore the importance of having st...

A solid financial plan is the roadmap to success for every small business. When a small veterinary practice owner is overwhelmed by the day-to-day operations of running their business, they can lose sight of their long-term goals for progress and growth. Are you on a path that will lead to success? Join Dr. Schwanda Flowers, Managing Director of First Financial Bank, and Vetfolio Voice host Dr. Ca...

Gastrointestinal disease, including colic, is the leading cause of death in horses. In this segment we will talk about evaluating horses for colic, treatment options on the farm and when to refer a horse for further evaluation and treatment.

In this episode Dr. Cassi is joined by Dr. Larry Garcia from the University of Florida’s Veterinary Emergency Treatment Services Disaster Response Team to discuss in detail the team’s nearly 2 week response to the loss of infrastructure and lack of access to veterinary care in the wake of Hurricane Ian.

In this broad-ranging discussion of Cushing's syndrome in dogs, various aspects of clinical management are covered. This includes indications for diagnostic testing, comparative aspects of diagnostic tests, and the importance of differentiating between pituitary and adrenal forms of disease. In addition, we discuss common practices and controversies regarding the dosing and monitoring of trilostan...

In this podcast, Dr. Cassi is joined by Dr. Jocelyn Mott to discuss the use of SGLT2 inhibitors, an exciting new option in the world of feline diabetes mellitus. Their discussion includes mechanism of action of these drugs, practical applications and potential complications, and appropriate monitoring for patients managed with SGLT2 inhibitors. Elanco’s new SGLT2 inhibitor for the management of fe...

In this conversation we are joined by Dr. Sarah Barrett to take a closer look at the Vetscan IMAGYSTTM platform, and the Virtual Lab clinical pathologists at Zoetis. We explore the benefits of digital cytology, sample types particularly well-suited for it, specific types of cases that benefit from it, and how digital cytology fits into the workflow of a busy hospital. We also review the currently...

The prevalence of obesity in cats has increased in recent years to 30-40%, and as in humans and other species, obesity is considered a risk factor for diabetes mellitus, hypertension, dyslipidemia, some types of cancer, chronic inflammation, and shortened life span. In this podcast, Dr. Okada will discuss how to correctly diagnose overweightness and obesity in feline patients. Weight management pl...

In this podcast Dr Cassi talks to Dr. Tanner Slead about the current knowledge of congenital renal disease in dogs. Known causes, common clinical manifestations, diagnosis, treatment, and prognosis are all discussed. Elective surgery implications are also covered.

Dr. Cassi and Dr. Eve Harrison enjoy swapping stories about their journeys into the world of house-call medicine and how it has uniquely impacted each of them as practitioners. Additionally they discuss Dr. Eve’s comprehensive house call course titled “The House Call Vet Academy,” and how it has helped, and continues to help aspiring house-call veterinarians find their way as business owners and h...

Senior pets require a bit more thoughtful care. This VetFolio Voice podcast talks trends with aging and disease in senior and geriatric patients. We’ll explore Eastern and holistic medicine and discuss some very simple solutions to improve quality of life and comfort in our aging patients. Want to earn CE from this podcast? Be sure to log into VetFolio and take the quiz to qualify for your CE cred...

Both benign and malignant oral tumors are common occurrences in dogs. The key to successful therapy is early detection and intervention. In this podcast, Dr. Alexandra Gareau discusses practical clinical approaches to canine oral tumors in general practice. She’ll cover excisional vs incisional biopsies, the importance of clinical staging prior to definitive treatment and the prognosis of differen...

This VetFolio Voice podcast episode focuses on the benefits of perioperative vomiting prevention protocols for the pet, pet owner and practice. The discussion covers adverse events, recovery, return to feeding, and the revenue impact on the practice.

This podcast discusses the general workup for canine lymphoma as well as the need for phenotyping and why much of this can be performed in the primary care setting. Interested in receiving CE credit for this podcast? Click here to access the quiz on VetFolio!

In this preventative medicine podcast Dr. Richard Meadows discusses the current state of vaccine compliance. He’ll offer tips and tricks for getting dogs and cats vaccinated when that client is hesitant, and discuss the value of vaccine and wellness visits.

Dr. Tamra McArdle discusses some of the reasons behind vaccine hesitancy for pet owners as well as recent research examining communication styles and techniques that can help pet owners feel heard when voicing concerns for their pets and address those concerns in a way that keeps pets and owners safe and protected.

Only one veterinary medicine expert currently serves in Congress. And in January, Congressman Dr. Kurt Schrader ends his tenure representing Oregon's 5th congressional district. Before he goes, he's urging our profession to get more involved in public service to protect our practices and our patients. Don't miss our 3-part podcast series exploring the necessary role of animal health professionals...

In this podcast, three veteran veterinary technicians explore veterinary nurse empowerment through a round table discussion. Brynn Hogan and Carolyn Spivock of VCA join VetFolio’s Samantha Sacasa as they speak candidly on tough topics such as accountability, burnout and work culture.

In this podcast Dr. Cassi and Dr. Logan Funk discuss electrocardiographic interpretation as it pertains to arrhythmia diagnosis in both primary care and emergency settings. Additionally, acute management strategies for tachyarrhythmias and bradyarrhythmias are reviewed.

This podcast will review the unique aspects of OA diagnosis and management in feline patients and introduce Solensia as an FDA approved, targeted therapy for reducing OA pain in cats. Client education and multimodal management are also discussed.

In this episode, Dr. Cassi and Ashlee Moore will define the different types of disasters that could affect your practice and how to be prepared to tackle anything that comes your way. Topics include insurance options and more.