We can feel like we put together a great plan for a pet's allergies, but if it doesn't happen then it doesn't matter. 

Instead of being frustrated about client compliance, how can we make it better? We have to consider the financial, physical and mental burden pet owners are going through when their pet is diagnosed with a chronic dermatologic disease. However, we must ASK what is possible... and not ASSUME. 

Check out some tips and tricks on this week's episode of The Derm Vet podcast!

TIMESTAMPS
00:00 Intro
00:25 Tips and Tricks to Increase Customer Compliance
04:19 Thinking of the Customer's Financial Situation
08:21 The Physical Aspect
10:23 The Mental Aspect
12:21 Have to Ask and NOT Assume
14:51 Recognize that Things Change
16:22 Summary

There have been so many wonderful tools added to our management of allergic dermatitis in dogs over the last decade. Apoquel, Cytopoint and Zenrelia have all been medications that provide quick itch relief with a more targeted approach. 

However, the use of cyclosporine as an option (except for cats where it is prescribed more frequently) has dwindled. Though these new tools have revolutionized our field, allergic dermatitis is complicated and there are still some cases that respond better to cyclosporine. So, when should you consider reaching cyclosporine in allergic management? Check out this week's episode of The Derm Vet podcast to find out!

TIMESTAMPS
00:00 Intro
00:25 Cyclosporine
02:27 Why choose Cyclosporine for Dogs with allergies
08:44 Weird Issues with Cyclosporine
11:55 Cats and Cyclosporine
13:36 What's available in the U.S. for Cyclosporine  
15:26 Other forms of Cyclosporine
18:53 Summary

Viewing several skin cases day after day can make recognizing different types of skin lesions daunting... However, evaluating skin integrity, alopecia, skin thickness, etc. can help guide the differential list and fine tune the diagnostic approach.

Learn more on this week's episode of The Derm Vet podcast!

TIMESTAMPS
00:00 Intro
00:25 What and where when it comes to lesions
01:54 Color change
06:09 Alopecia
07:41 Thickening of the skin
09:33 Scaling
10:56 Skin Integrity
13:07 Summary

A common phrase around The Derm Vet is "cytology everything". But, what does that actually mean?

Looks weird? Cytology.
Itchy spot? Cytology.
How long to treat an infection? Cytology.
Things changed? Cytology.

Cytology everything! Learn more on this week's episode of The Derm Vet podcast.

TIMESTAMPS

00:00 Intro
00:25 My time at VMX
04:22 Cytology Everything
06:13 Where "Cytology Everything" comes from
10:30 Rechecks
12:39 Summary/Outro

As a general practitioner with a bad ear case, where do you send them... Derm or Surgery? There are some clear cut reasons like severe calcification that can lead to case being best served by surgery. However, there are other things to consider like client expectations, finances, patient compliance, etc. that are not as straightforward.

Check out this week's episode of The Derm Vet podcast to gain confidence on where to refer your next difficult ear case!

TIMESTAMPS
00:00 Intro
00:25 Managing Ear Disease
01:20 Videotoscopy
06:46 Owner Expectations and Options
10:12 Bloodhound example
12:41 Summary/Outro

Picking a food for a diet trial can be really tough. Do you choose hydrolyzed, novel protein, home-cooked, etc.? Is there just ONE perfect diet to rule in or out food allergy?

Check out this week's episode of The Derm Vet podcast to learn the ins and outs of selecting a diet.

TIMESTAMPS

00:00 Intro
00:25 Novel Protein vs Hydrolyzed
03:36 Changing the diet
07:11 Hydrolyzed Diets
11:13 Why would you choose novel protein?
12:41 Realize that every pet is an individual
14:20 Summary/Outro

Our first interview of the New Year! I'm very excited to interview Dr. James Bascharon. Dr. Bascharon is a veterinarian and CEO & Founder of Vetnique. He is the inventor of Glandex®, a patented formulation and the first medication of its kind for pets with anal sac/gland problems.

Anal sac issues are a frequent problem for our pets and can negatively affect the lives of the pet owners. Nobody wants to see their dog scooting or be surprised by that "fishy" smell. This episode goes over the need for anal sac health and introduces a new product by Vetnique to address gut health. Check out this week's episode of The Derm Vet podcast!


TIMESTAMPS

00:00 Intro
00:25 Introducing Dr. Bascharon and Glandex
01:50 What anal glands are and common causes of problems
06:24 Clinical symptoms to look out for
11:22 How creating Glandex came about
18:07 How Glandex actually helps with anal gland emptying
20:25 Knowing how to create Glandex
26:31 New Glandex product
29:46 When would a veterinarian choose probiotic over Glandex?
31:58 Do probiotics make a difference for pets with allergies?
35:01 What's next for James?
36:16 Outro

As we welcome in the year 2025... there are some ways we can change the practice of veterinary dermatology. Sure, we hope for continued new products, diagnostics, etc. However, there are simple changes that can make right now that will make your practice of dermatology more fun and impactful!

Learn the 5 ways on this week's episode of The Derm Vet podcast!

TIMESTAMPS
00:00 Intro
00:25 New Year, New Derm!
02:10 Be Open
07:21 Understand Your Drugs
10:12 Innovate
12:58 Learn
16:02 Don't Get Stuck in Your Old Ways
21:00 Summary

With the end of the year comes a lot of reflection... and stress. Working on chronic dermatology cases can provide frustration as many medications and differentials aren't always a slam dunk on the first exam. 

So, ending the year on a more positive note, learn how derm workups and medication selection aren't perfect for specialists either. Selection of diagnostics and drugs can be trial and error in certain patients... and that's okay.

Cats and dogs are very different with their skin lesions and distribution is no different. If a dog presents with claw fold disease, the list of differentials is much better than a cat with claw fold skin disease. Throw in oral lesions and otitis... and we have to recognize how there are differences in how we create differential lists.

Learn more on this week's episode of The Derm Vet podcast!

TIMESTAMPS
00:00 Intro
00:25 Distribution of lesions between cats and dogs
02:05 Claw Fold Disease
05:54 Otitis
09:01 Oral Cavity
11:11 Recap