Veterinary Anesthesia Nerds

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 medicine on his Instagram @zoomedrvt

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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 during the pandemic, advice for veterinary hospitals during this time, and anesthesia for leopard geckos!

For the article referenced in the episode click here:

https://drandyroark.com/applying-braces-in-an-uncertain-world/

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 truths Andy Roark is probably one of the most genuine and generous people in the business. On this episode we talk about the benefits to technician utilization and team education when it relates to anesthesia and pain management.

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, and non-pharma nursing care that makes a huge difference.

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 state of Michigan and shout out to mentors!

Yeah surgery and anesthesia are fun but have you ever lived through the thrill of proper patient stabilization prior to anesthesia? Live from VMX we speak with multifaceted technician David Liss about the importance of making sure your patient is actually able to handle the emergency anesthesia you're about to embark on.

This week we talk with Dr.Tammy Grubb DVM, DACVAA and IVAPM member live from the VMX conference on why cats are so amazing! We talk current drug therapies for felines including why Ketamine is your friend and the golden time frame for starting NSAIDs.

In this episode Karen Roach RVT, VTS (ECC) discusses ways the veterinary technician can utilize different tools of nursing care to help guide pain management in our hospitalized patients.

Induction Agents: The Good, the Bad, and Propofol!

Today's episode we talk with Bryce Dooley DVM, DACVAA about choosing the most appropriate induction agent for your patient. From the sexy shiny new Alfaxalone to kickin' it old school with ketamine, we break down the best options on your shelf.

Welcome Nerds! This week we talk to Dr. Cassie Janson DVM, DACVECC on how treating poly-trauma patients with the best pain management can improve outcomes. We will discuss ways to triage a patient before shipping it over to a referral hospital, and tips for when your practice doesn't have the option of a referral hospital.