Welcome to the Veterinary Breakroom! In the breakroom, Alyssa Watson, DVM, and Beth Molleson, DVM, discuss the important, relevant topics affecting veterinarians today. Clients with human medical training can sometimes cause frustration among veterinary teams when they challenge the veterinarian’s expertise in treating their animals. But in this episode, Dr. Alyssa and Dr. Beth candidly consider whether they, as veterinarians, might also make for difficult patients. Do they inadvertently impede their own treatment by self-diagnosing or attempting to manage their illnesses without seeking professional guidance? Listen in as they turn the mirror on themselves and try to strike the right balance between expertise and humility in the medical field.

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The Team:

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

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 to Marc Seitz, DVM, DACVR, DABVP, about his recent Clinician’s Brief articles, “Diagnosing Foreign Body Obstructions via Radiography” and “Diagnosing Foreign Body Obstructions via Ultrasonography.” Dr. Seitz shares excellent advice on how to use radiography to the fullest—even if it means getting a wooden spoon or carbonated beverage—and how to apply point-of-care ultrasound at the general practice level.

Resources:

• https://www.cliniciansbrief.com/article/foreign-bodies-ultrasound-pocus-diagnosis
• https://www.cliniciansbrief.com/article/foreign-bodies-diagnosis-gi-radiograph

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The Team:

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

Welcome to the Veterinary Breakroom! In the breakroom, Alyssa Watson, DVM, and Beth Molleson, DVM, discuss the important, relevant topics affecting veterinarians today. In today’s episode, Clinician's Brief colleague Katie Berlin, DVM, joins Dr. Alyssa and Dr. Beth in the breakroom to share her experience of re-entering clinical practice after a 2-year hiatus. If you’ve ever considered a break from clinical medicine and wondered what it would feel like to jump back in, listen in as Dr. Katie shares the good, the bad, and the ugly (read: anxious) of re-entry!

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Where to find us:

• Youtube.com/@clinicians_brief
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The Team:

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

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.

The Purina Pro Plan Veterinary Support Mission (PPPVSM) was established to help tackle the hurdles that stand in the way of a veterinarian’s “calling to care.” In this episode of the Clinician’s Brief Partner Podcast, host Dr. Beth Molleson sits down with Dr. Callie Harris to get the details on how PPVSM’s recent donation to the American Veterinary Medical Foundation is providing $1 million worth of financial support to help veterinarians care for pets whose owners are facing financial hardship. Listen in to find out how you can utilize up to $2,000 of these funds this year to help support the patients in your practice that need it most.

Sponsored by Purina Pro Plan Veterinary Diets

Resource: 

• https://www.purinaforprofessionals.com/pro-plan-veterinary-support-mission

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The Team:

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

In this episode, host Alyssa Watson, DVM, is joined by Katie Tolbert, DVM, PhD, DACVIM (SAIM), to talk about her recent Clinician’s Brief article, “Treatment for Foreign Body-Induced Esophagitis in a Dog.” Dr. Tolbert explains the differences between gastroesophageal reflux and true esophagitis, with the latter being a painful condition. She then details therapeutic options ranging from famotidine to omeprazole, Tums to sucralfate, and even…Tylenol.

Resource:

• https://www.cliniciansbrief.com/article/esophagitis-omeprazole-dog-foreign-body

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The Team:

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

Welcome to the Veterinary Breakroom! In the breakroom, Alyssa Watson, DVM, and Beth Molleson, DVM, discuss the important, relevant topics affecting veterinarians today. In this episode, Dr. Alyssa shares her recent experience at CES, the world’s largest consumer electronics trade show, in Las Vegas, Nevada. Dr. Alyssa and Dr. Beth explore the practical applications of emerging technologies in the field from a 3D printer that has the capability to print medication to a robotic dog companion, sparking insightful discussions on the future of veterinary care and the exciting possibilities that lie ahead. Tune in to gain a unique perspective on the integration of innovation into the world of veterinary medicine.

Resource:

• https://www.cliniciansbrief.com/article/consumer-electronics-show-2024-las-vegas

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Where to find us:

• Youtube.com/@clinicians_brief
• Cliniciansbrief.com/podcasts
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The Team:

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

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, is joined by Samuel Babbitt, DVM, DAVDC, to talk about his recent Clinician’s Brief article, “Top 5 Complications of Dental Procedures in Cats & Dogs.” In this lively discussion, Dr. Babbitt shares his best tips for preventing the most common issues associated with dental procedures, including how to increase the success rate of gingival flaps, the best way to approach a fractured root tip, and the specific extractions most likely to result in iatrogenic jaw fracture. Gain confidence in your dental skills by learning how to address and prevent these potential pitfalls.

Resource:

• https://www.cliniciansbrief.com/article/dental-procedure-tooth-extraction-jaw-fracture-decay-maxillary-surgical-gingival-flap-root-bleeding

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The Team:

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

Welcome to the Veterinary Breakroom! In the breakroom, Alyssa Watson, DVM, and Beth Molleson, DVM, discuss the important, relevant topics affecting veterinarians today. In today’s episode, they debate the role of the veterinary team when it comes to pet owner education. Is the vet team morally obligated to educate pet owners on the lifetime costs of pet care? What about the option for pet insurance? Listen in as they discuss whether this is one more thing the team should be squeezing into every new patient appointment.

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• [email protected]

Where to find us:

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

The Team:

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

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, welcomes back Karen Tobias, DVM, MS, DACVS, to talk about her recent Clinician’s Brief article, “Postgrooming Furunculosis in a Corgi.” Dr. Tobias shares the challenges and successes in diagnosing and treating Ella, a young Pembroke Welsh corgi, who was presented with acute neck pain, fever, and lethargy. While pursuing the original working diagnosis, the case took a turn during preparation for additional testing. See how Ella was eventually diagnosed with postgrooming furunculosis and get tips for diagnosing, treating, and preventing this painful condition.

Resource:

http://cliniciansbrief.com/article/postgrooming-furuncuosis-skin-lesions

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The Team:

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

Welcome to the Veterinary Breakroom! In the breakroom, Alyssa Watson, DVM, and Beth Molleson, DVM, discuss the important, relevant topics affecting veterinarians today. In this episode, they consider the thought-provoking question: Do pets truly make us happier? Inspired by a recent article in Psychology Today challenging conventional beliefs, Dr. Beth and Dr. Alyssa unravel the surprising conclusion that there may be no significant difference in the happiness levels between pet owners and non-pet owners. Listen in as these two seasoned vets share their personal experiences and explore the potential impact of this revelation on the human-animal bond.

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• [email protected]

Where to find us:

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

The Team:

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

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.