Veterinary Anesthesia Nerds

Veterinary Anesthesia Nerds episodes:

• 06.01.2024

  VAN 056- Dr. Cyndie Courtney

  You've probably seen a study referenced in lectures or online forums as a way to present evidence-based theories. But have you ever wondered what all those terms in the studies mean? How does sample size affect the quality of the...

  
• 01.01.2024

  VAN 055- Darci Palmer, LVT, VTS (anesthesia & analgesia)

  Waking up is hard to do...especially when it's after anesthesia. This episode of the podcast features Darci Palmer LVT, VTS (anesthesia & analgesia) discussing the differences between dysphoria, emergence delirium, and pain. We talk about different medication options and tips...

  
• 11.10.2023

  VAN 054- Glynis Wileman BSc, RRT, CET, PhD

  You know I love my ventilator... see the photo for how I reacted when we got the new Mindray Veta 5 in-house! But when using a ventilator in anesthesia, what do those modes even mean? Volume control, Pressure control, PEEP...it...

  
• 09.04.2023

  VAN 053- Feliza Lopez LVT,VTS (ECC)

  As you all know recovery from anesthesia and surgery is an integral part of the process. In today's episode, we talk with Feliza Lopez a VTS ECC technician in NYC who explains what makes an optimal recovery. This one is...

  
• 08.02.2023

  VAN 052- Clair Sauer, MSEd, CVT

  When it comes to onboarding your new hires what's the one thing that seems to inevitably get messed up? Training! Especially in surgery and anesthesia. In this episode, we talk to Clair Sauer, MSEd, CVT about ways we train folks (hint...there...

  
• 07.04.2023

  VAN 051- S. Bryce Dooley DVM, DACVAA

  We've all been there...the patient comes to our surgery service with buprenorphine on board. Now what do we do? Can we give pure mu opioids? Is buprenorphine enough for pain? How long do we have to wait for efficacy? Today we...

  
• 06.23.2023

  VAN 050- VAN x AnesthesiaGawd

  Worlds collide on this episode of the VAN podcast! We are joined by CRNA known as "AnesthesiaGawd" on the socials. We talk about becoming a CRNA, differences in human vs vet med, drug pharmacology, and why I love a Macintosh...

  
• 06.09.2023

  VAN 049- Rian Ashmore CVT, VTS (Anesthesia)

  There one drug class that can strike fear into the hearts of veterinary professionals: NMBA or muscle relaxers. This drug class is often used in optho patients however can prove to be beneficial in many other patient presentations. On today's...

  
• 05.30.2023

  VAN 048- Elizabeth Hart BS, CVT, VTS (Anesthesia)

  Your mission should you choose to accept it...anesthetize this old cranky cat with kidney disease. There are many variables to consider and VTS Anesthesia Elizabeth Hart is here to help us through. What drugs should we avoid? What monitoring is...

  
• 05.17.2023

  VAN 047- Michelle Albino VTS (Anesthesia)

  BP goes down and the fluids go up...that's the way it goes right? Well it might be time to re-think those old rules of hypotension management. Today we are joined by Michelle Albino a fantastic VTS(anesthesia) out of NYC to discuss...

  
• 04.25.2023

  VAN 046- Stephen Cital RVT, VTS (LAM), SRA, CVPP

  Is Gabapentin the new Tramadol? We see quite a many post on Veterinary Anesthesia Nerds discussing the use of Gabapentin for acute post surgical pain..but what does the evidence say? Here Stephen breaks down how this drug works, why acute pain...

  
• 04.05.2023

  Amy Newfield, CVT, VTS(ECC), MSEd

  Anesthesia Machine? Check ✅ Emergency Drugs? Check ✅ Checklists are an integral part of our daily lives in the vet clinic, increasing efficiency and safety. You may use them in you OR, but do you use them in your ER? Today Amy...

  
• 03.20.2023

  VAN 044- Stephen Cital RVT, VTS(LAM), CVPP, SRA & Liz Hughston MsEd, RVT, VTS(ECC/Internal Medicine)

  well we know cannabis has been a hot topic in vet med for a while now but it still seems like there are some inconsistencies in the information out there. Is it legal to discuss with clients? What do the...

  
• 03.13.2023

  VAN 043- Senani Ratnayake, BSc, RVT

  Sometimes you hit a point in your career where you inveitibly ask, "What's next?" Often that next is a leadership position. But what if you don't want to be a manager? Or, what if you do but you done know...

  
• 02.28.2023

  VAN 042- Courtney Scales, DipVN, NCert(Anaesth), RVN

  How well can you "go with the flow"? Today we talk about oxygen flow rates, breathing systems, and when an NRB really is a wiser choice. Courtney is originally from New Zealand where she trained and qualified, and has been...

  
• 02.14.2023

  VAN 041- Kristen Cooley CVT, VTS (ANES), CVCC, CVPP

  With the price of eggs skyrocketing, some folks think a backyard chicken empire is the way to go. But, how much do we know about chicken anesthesia? Can you intubate a chicken? What muscle do you use for IM injections?...

  
• 01.14.2023

  VAN 040- VAN x COS Mashup

  Collab alert! Veterinary Anesthesia Nerds is joining forces with Dr. Andy Roark and the crew at Cone of Shame to talk all about drugs you need in your anesthesia crash cart! In this episode the original Anesthesia Nerd, Tasha McNerney...

  
• 12.01.2022

  VAN 039- Darragh O'Hanlon BA Int, MVB, MRCVS, CertVD

  While skin issues may not be everyone's cuppa tea, they are important and often the pain associated with them is untreated. This episode I talk with veterinarian and certified dermatologist Dr. Darragh O'Hanlon about how we could be better managing...

  
• 11.25.2022

  VAN 038- Podcast Mashup! VAN and IM for Vet Techs Podcast

  Join Yvonne Brandenburg, RVT, VTS SAIM and Jordan Porter RVT, LVT, VTS SAIM as we talk WITH Tasha McNerney BS, CVT, VTS (anesthesia and analgesia) about: I LIKE BIG BLOCKS AND I CANNOT LIE! Regional anesthesia and all things that...

  
• 09.29.2022

  VAN 037- Theresa Cosper Roberts RVT

  Have you ever came back from a conference and wanted to try a new protocol or technique and were met with resistance or even flat out turned away? It's pretty frustrating however Theresa tells us how we can best work...

  
• 08.30.2022

  VAN 036- Matt Brunke, DVM, Diplomate ACVSMR, CCRP, CVPP, CVA, CCMT

  Well well well.... my dad got a new dog ( and of course its a SILVER LAB!!!) cue the collective groans...no surprise its a lemon and it now has some elbow problems. But what can you do to keep a...

  
• 08.26.2022

  VAN 035- Vet Tech Cafe

  If you've ever been to IVECCS chances are you have heard the brilliant minds behind Vet Tech Café, Jeff Backus and Dave Cowan (both VTS (ECC)) Today they are here to not only discuss getting started in podcasting but also how...

  
• 08.01.2022

  VAN 034- Tails from a Vet Tech

  This episode is a mashup with Tabitha Kucera ! We call it practicing veterinary medicine because we are always improving. The use of inhalant chambers has been around for a long time, and some believe that this technique is...

  
• 07.20.2022

  VAN 033- Kelly Foltz, CVT, VTS (ECC)

  What happens when a VTS in ECC gets into a position to really enact some effective change? Well, we discuss that and more with the amazing Kelly Foltz! Kelly Foltz is a 2006 graduate of Athens Technical College with an...

  
• 07.01.2022

  VAN 032- Amber LaRock LVT

  Do you ever feel like giving up clinic life and heading to a far off destination? What if you could blend veterinary medicine together with travel to create a sustainable career? Well that's exactly what our next guest Amber LaRock...

  
• 06.21.2022

  VAN 031- Fred Wininger VMD, MS, DACVIM (Neuro)

  You've done a few TPLO's right? You've seen a down dog? But have you been doing these key things to help your ortho and neuro patients have a faster and less painful recovery? Today we are talking to Dr. Fred...

  
• 06.06.2022

  VAN 030- Marcia Fletcher RVNS, VTS (Anesthesia)

  YOU GUYS! This is the one right here, this episode is chock full of so much practical anesthesia information and it's all due to my guest Marcia Fletcher RVN, VTS (anesthesia) Join us as we dive into timely treatments for...

  
• 05.17.2022

  VAN 029- Ben Brainard VMD, DACVAA, DACVECC

  How do you determine oxygen flow during anesthesia? Are you a "set it and forget it" type of anesthetist, or do you adjust your O2 constantly? Do you live on the edge and try "low-flow"? Is there a magic number...

  
• 04.26.2022

  VAN 028- Liz Vetrano BS,CVT

  Ok BIRDBRAINS this one if for you!

  
• 04.12.2022

  VAN 027- Jody Nugent Deal RVT, VTS (Anes.), VTS (CP-Exotics)

  Are you just as hesitant with rabbit anesthesia as I am?

  
• 03.13.2022

  VAN 026- Kim Spelts BS,CVT, VTS (Anesthesia)

  Picture this... Your job is a new clinic each week and you have complete autonomy over your schedule. Sound too good to be true? Well it's exactly what locum anesthesia tech Kim Spelts does every day! Traveling techs are a...

  
• 01.14.2022

  VAN 025- Liz Hughston MEd., RVT, CVT, LVT, LVMT, VTS (SAIM)(ECC)

  How can you enact change? How can you convince your colleagues to try new things especially when it comes to high stakes stuff like anesthesia? How can we be fully utilized at our jobs and stay engaged? Liz Hughston is...

  
• 09.26.2021

  VAN 024- Charlette Cain DVM, MS, DACLAM

  This one is for all my Lab Animal and Research nerds! This episode of the Veterinary Anesthesia Nerds podcast focuses on the career options within research. Did you know that veterinarians and veterinary technicians are in high demand when it...

  
• 05.16.2021

  VAN 023- Katie Ford BVSc(Hons) CertAVP(SAM) PGCert MRCVS

  Does the thought of anesthesia and surgery keep you up at night? Are you unsure of your skills and feel like a total imposter? Well, join Katie Ford and I as we tackle the tough topic of imposter syndrome as...

  
• 03.29.2021

  VAN 022- Ralph Harvey DVM, MS, DACVAA

  Older cat with kidney disease that needs extensive dentistry? An anesthetic nightmare? Not so says Dr. Ralph Harvey DVM, DACVAA. Ralph Harvey, DVM, MS, Diplomate ACVAA, retired from the University of Tennessee College of Veterinary Medicine in Knoxville, Tennessee, where...

  
• 02.23.2021

  VAN 021- Fabian Rivers BVetMed MRCVS

  Love bearded dragons and amazing accents!? Well, then have we got the vet for you... check out his Instagram @Dreadyvet for adorable photos and real life vet med stuff. Today we talk Rabbit Anesthesia... what drugs should we use? Should...

  
• 02.15.2021

  VAN 020- Rory Cowlam BVetMed MRCVS

  Lets take a trip across the pond and discuss all the amazing UK things love...the skating rink outside the history museum in the winter, a good latte from Pret, the bartenders from First Date, Paracetamol, and Rory the Vet! Todays...

  
• 01.17.2021

  VAN 019- Tabitha Kucera CCBC, RVT, KPA-CTP

  Tired of wrestling with patients to get an IV catheter in? Really tired of trying to get a fearful cat into an aquarium to gas it down? Well, our next guest has some great tips to do better! Tabitha Kucera is...

  
• 11.18.2020

  VAN 018- Noah Jones RVT, VTS(Lab Animal), RT

  Join us on a respiratory adventure with Noah Jones, and RVT that made the switch over to working with people ( I know...gross) as a respiratory therapist. In this episode we talk about the career switch from veterinary medicine to...

  
• 10.28.2020

  VAN 017- Jenny Fisher RVT, VTS-Oncology

  Back when I started in vet med, a diagnosis of osteosarcoma meant amputation or euthanasia. Now with more advanced treatment modalities we can create better outcomes for pets diagnosed with osteosarcoma. In this episode we talk analgesia options and career...

  
• 09.14.2020

  VAN 016- Cody Creelman, DVM

  So, a cow walks into a vet clinic...now what? Ever wondered how we treat bovine pain? Ever want to wake up at 4am to do a farm call? Ever put on one of those rubber gloves that goes all the...

  
• 07.11.2020

  VAN 015- Christopher Norkus DVM, DACVECC, DACVAA

  Dr. Norkus is back! I don't know about your clinic but ours seems to be inundated with pandemic puppies... and pregnant patients. We have been seeing a fair number of dystocia and c-section patients this summer so I got all...

  
• 06.29.2020

  VAN 014- Kristen Messenger DVM, DACVAA, DACVCP

  With covid-19 showing no signs of slowing down, veterinarians are facing some of the realities of limited supply. Not only are items like masks and gloves in higher demand, but also the anesthetic drugs we rely on to keep our...

  
• 06.09.2020

  VAN 013- Chris Norkus DVM, DACVECC, DACVAA

  It's not officially summer until you treat 3 urethral obstruction cats in a row... and to get you through it Anesthesia Nerds presents this week's guest Dr. Chris Norkus DVM, DACVECC and DACVAA (yeah he loves school!) We will discuss all...

  
• 05.26.2020

  VAN 012- Shanna McAlarnen CVT

  Do you know the secret to having a fulfilling career and getting the most out of your life? I don't either which is why I turned to Shanna McAlarnen CVT who has recently made a huge career shift from vet...

  
• 05.17.2020

  VAN 011- Mark Romanoski RVT

  This week we explore the amazing world of zoo animal anesthesia with Mark Romanoski RVT from Oklahoma. Mark gives us advice on career paths and his favorite anesthesia even at the zoo so far! You can follow Mark's adventures in zoo...

  
• 04.01.2020

  VAN 010 - Dr. Colin McDermott VMD, CertAqVet

  This week's guest is Dr. Colin McDermott a New Jersey veterinarian currently living the expat dream in Hong Kong. Colin is a Certified Aquatics Veterinarian with a special interest in fish and reptiles. We talk about living in Hong Kong...

  
• 03.23.2020

  VAN 009- Dr. Andy Roark

  When people think of "veterinary celebrity", one name often comes to mind... yes it's technician extraordinaire Stephen Cital... but if he's already booked you just ask your ol' friend Andy Roark to be a guest on your podcast. In all...

  
• 03.02.2020

  VAN 008- Dr. David Dycus

  David Dycus DVM, MS, CCRP, DACVS (Whoa that is a ton of letters!) is here to talk about how we can provide great pain management without relying heavily on opioids. We talk about the importance of NSAIDS, local blocks,...

  
• 02.17.2020

  VAN 007- Heidi Reuss-Lamky CVT, VTS(Anes.)

  Time to check out checklists with Heidi Reuss Lamky a CVT with dual VTS in both Anesthesia and Surgery. In this episode we discuss the importance of utilizing a checklist for anesthesia and surgery patients. Also featured: the great...