Welcome to the Veterinary Breakroom! Join Alyssa Watson, DVM, and Beth Molleson, DVM, as they discuss the pressing issues impacting the veterinary profession today. In a busy clinic, an unanswered call to a client can cause more than mere frustration. The pet may be under anesthesia or their condition may have worsened, leaving the team in urgent need of client input. Tune in as Dr. Alyssa and Dr. Beth discuss the importance of clear communication with clients about protocols for emergencies when contact cannot be made and share strategies to minimize missed calls.

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The Team:

• Alyssa Watson, DVM - Host
• Beth Molleson, DVM - Host
• Alexis Ussery - Producer & Multimedia Specialist

Disclaimer: This podcast recording represents the opinions of Dr. Alyssa Watson and Dr. Beth Molleson. Content is presented for discussion purposes and should not be taken as medical advice. No guarantee is given regarding the accuracy of any statements or opinions made on the podcast.

In this episode, host Alyssa Watson, DVM, talks with Jennifer Granick, DVM, MS, PhD, DACVIM (SAIM), about her recent Clinician’s Brief article, “Top 5 Times to Reconsider Antibiotic Prescriptions.” Dr. Granick discusses scenarios where antibiotics may be misused, emphasizing the importance of understanding the underlying causes of these conditions and the potential harm of unnecessary antibiotic use. She also speaks to the evolving perspectives on the use of metronidazole in veterinary medicine. Finally, Dr. Granick shares strategies for effective client communication, highlighting the significance of relatable analogies and shared experiences.

Resources:

• https://www.cliniciansbrief.com/article/antibiotics-veterinary-treatment-clinical-signs
• https://www.simparicatriodvm.com

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• [email protected]

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• Website: CliniciansBrief.com/Podcasts
• YouTube: Youtube.com/@clinicians_brief
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• Instagram: @Clinicians.Brief
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The Team:

• Alyssa Watson, DVM - Host
• Alexis Ussery - Producer & Multimedia Specialist

Welcome to the Veterinary Breakroom! Join Beth Molleson, DVM, and Katie Berlin, DVM, as they discuss the pressing issues impacting the veterinary profession today. As 2025 gets underway, we’re all surrounded by messaging telling us it’s time to set goals around health and fitness–and for many of us, that can trigger some uncomfortable feelings and conversations. In this episode, Dr. Beth and Dr. Katie talk about the outsized impact our words can have on ourselves, friends, and colleagues when it comes to food, weight, exercise, and health goals and how to choose language that leaves others feeling seen and supported.

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• [email protected]

Where To Find Us:

• Website: CliniciansBrief.com/Podcasts
• YouTube: Youtube.com/@clinicians_brief
• Facebook: Facebook.com/CliniciansBrief
• LinkedIn: LinkedIn.com/showcase/CliniciansBrief/
• Instagram: @Clinicians.Brief
• X: @CliniciansBrief

The Team:

• Beth Molleson, DVM - Host
• Katie Berlin, DVM - Host
• Alexis Ussery - Producer & Multimedia Specialist

Disclaimer: This podcast recording represents the opinions of Dr. Beth Molleson and Dr. Katie Berlin. Content is presented for discussion purposes and should not be taken as medical advice. No guarantee is given regarding the accuracy of any statements or opinions made on the podcast.

In this episode, host Alyssa Watson, DVM, welcomes Carrie Schroeder, DVM, DACVAA, to discuss her recent Clinician’s Brief article, “Dexmedetomidine-Induced Bradycardia in a Great Dane.” The conversation centers around the physiological mechanisms underlying bradycardia and dexmedetomidine's biphasic blood pressure effects. Key aspects of the discussion include patient selection, drug combinations, monitoring protocols, and strategies for managing these cases, offering practical guidance on balancing dexmedetomidine’s benefits with its potential risks.

Resource:

• https://www.cliniciansbrief.com/article/heart-rate-veterinary-dexmedetomidine

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• [email protected]

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• Website: CliniciansBrief.com/Podcasts
• YouTube: Youtube.com/@clinicians_brief
• Facebook: Facebook.com/CliniciansBrief
• LinkedIn: LinkedIn.com/showcase/CliniciansBrief/
• Instagram: @Clinicians.Brief
• X: @CliniciansBrief

The Team:

• Alyssa Watson, DVM - Host
• Alexis Ussery - Producer & Multimedia Specialist

Have you ever conducted a food trial only to end up with inconclusive results? Or had it cut short altogether due to compliance issues? In this episode of Clinician’s Brief Partner Podcast, Dr. Beth sits down with Dr. Sarah Ramos, DVM, DACVD, to discuss the best strategies for making food elimination trials a success from start to finish.

Intended for veterinary professionals. Opinions expressed within this content are solely the speaker's and do not reflect the opinions and beliefs of Hill's or its affiliates.  

Sponsored by Hill's Pet Nutrition

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• [email protected]

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• Cliniciansbrief.com/podcasts
• Facebook.com/clinciansbrief
• Twitter: @cliniciansbrief
• Instagram: @clinicians.brief

The Team:

• Beth Molleson, DVM - Host
• Taylor Argo - Producer & Project Manager, Brief Studio
• Randall Stupka - Podcast Production & Sound Editing

Welcome to the Veterinary Breakroom! Join Alyssa Watson, DVM, and Katie Berlin, DVM, as they discuss the pressing issues impacting the veterinary profession today. In this episode, they break down the origins and implications of Colorado Proposition 129, which created a new Veterinary Professional Associate (VPA) role in the state. Like many veterinarians and licensed veterinary technicians, Dr. Alyssa and Dr. Katie were curious how such an initiative even made it onto the ballot. They also examine the potential impacts of Proposition 129 on the veterinary field, including its effect on professional roles, education requirements, and the broader future of veterinary care.

Resources:

• https://ballotpedia.org/Colorado_Proposition_129,_Veterinary_Professional_Associate_Initiative_(2024)
• https://www.simparicatriodvm.com

Contact:

• [email protected]

Where To Find Us:

• Website: CliniciansBrief.com/Podcasts
• YouTube: Youtube.com/@clinicians_brief
• Facebook: Facebook.com/CliniciansBrief
• LinkedIn: LinkedIn.com/showcase/CliniciansBrief/
• Instagram: @Clinicians.Brief
• X: @CliniciansBrief

The Team:

• Alyssa Watson, DVM - Host
• Katie Berlin, DVM - Host
• Alexis Ussery - Producer & Multimedia Specialist

Disclaimer: This podcast recording represents the opinions of Dr. Alyssa Watson and Dr. Katie Berlin. Content is presented for discussion purposes and should not be taken as medical advice. No guarantee is given regarding the accuracy of any statements or opinions made on the podcast.

When a new drug class enters the veterinary world, first comes the excitement…then comes the learning. In this episode of Clinician’s Brief Partner Podcast, Jocelyn Mott, DVM, DACVIM, answers your most frequently asked questions when it comes to using a novel drug class in the treatment of feline diabetes mellitus: the sodium-glucose cotransporter-2 inhibitor. Tune in as she explains when, how, and why to consider this option in newly diagnosed feline diabetics.

Sponsored by Elanco

Resource:

• https://my.elanco.com/us/bexacat

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• [email protected]

Where to find us:

• Cliniciansbrief.com/podcasts
• Facebook.com/clinciansbrief
• Twitter: @cliniciansbrief
• Instagram: @clinicians.brief

The Team:

• Beth Molleson, DVM - Host
• Taylor Argo - Producer & Project Manager, Brief Studio
• Randall Stupka - Podcast Production & Sound Editing

In this episode, host Alyssa Watson, DVM, is joined by Elizabeth Layne, DVM, DACVD, to discuss her recent Clinician’s Brief article, “Top 5 Topical Therapies to Minimize Systemic Antibiotic Use.” Dr. Layne emphasizes the critical role of topical treatments in veterinary dermatology and their potential to reduce reliance on systemic antibiotics. She explores a variety of therapies–including chlorhexidine, corticosteroids, fluorescent light therapy, epidermal barrier repair agents, and honey–detailing their benefits, risks, and practical applications in managing skin conditions in dogs and cats.

Resources:

• https://www.cliniciansbrief.com/article/treatment-antibiotics-veterinary-skin
• https://www.simparicatriodvm.com

Contact:

• [email protected]

Where To Find Us:

• Website: CliniciansBrief.com/Podcasts
• YouTube: Youtube.com/@clinicians_brief
• Facebook: Facebook.com/CliniciansBrief
• LinkedIn: LinkedIn.com/showcase/CliniciansBrief/
• Instagram: @Clinicians.Brief
• X: @CliniciansBrief

The Team:

• Alyssa Watson, DVM - Host
• Alexis Ussery - Producer & Multimedia Specialist

Artificial intelligence (AI) has the power to profoundly impact both human and veterinary medicine. In this episode of Clinician’s Brief Partner Podcast, host Dr. Beth talks with Dr. Ernie Ward about how AI is entering veterinary clinics in a big way: through radiographic interpretation. Tune in as they explore both the advantages and limitations of this new technology and its impact on patient care and clinic workflows.

Sponsored by Antech Diagnostics

Contact us:

• [email protected]

Where to find us:

• Cliniciansbrief.com/podcasts
• Facebook.com/clinciansbrief
• Twitter: @cliniciansbrief
• Instagram: @clinicians.brief

The Team:

• Beth Molleson, DVM - Host
• Sarah Pate - Producer & Project Manager, Brief Studio
• Randall Stupka - Podcast Production & Sound Editing

Have you ever conducted a food trial only to end up with inconclusive results? Or had it cut short altogether due to compliance issues? In this episode of Clinician’s Brief Partner Podcast, Dr. Beth sits down with Dr. Sarah Ramos, DVM, DACVD, to discuss the best strategies for making food elimination trials a success from start to finish.

Intended for veterinary professionals. Opinions expressed within this content are solely the speaker's and do not reflect the opinions and beliefs of Hill's or its affiliates.  

Sponsored by Hill's Pet Nutrition

Contact us:

• [email protected]

Where to find us:

• Cliniciansbrief.com/podcasts
• Facebook.com/clinciansbrief
• Twitter: @cliniciansbrief
• Instagram: @clinicians.brief

The Team:

• Beth Molleson, DVM - Host
• Taylor Argo - Producer & Project Manager, Brief Studio
• Randall Stupka - Podcast Production & Sound Editing