Local blocks were once a mainstay of veterinary medicine, and in the age of the opioid epidemic and routine shortages, their importance and utility cannot be overstated. Learn about the use of local blocks, as well as CRIs and other non-opioid options, as vital options for delivering effective multimodal pain management to patients.

When Old Becomes New Again: Pain Management When Opioids Aren’t an Option

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Brachycephalic obstructive airway syndrome (BOAS) is a chronic, lifelong and debilitating disease that adversely affects the quality of life of many popular dog breeds, such as French and English bulldogs, pugs and Boston terriers. Tune in to this VetFolio Voice podcast episode to learn about the anatomy of brachycephalic dogs and how it contributes to airway obstruction. Dr. Cassi and Dr. Fox-Alvarez delve into the indications for surgery and what types of surgical procedures are performed to help correct airway obstruction. They discuss comorbidities associated with BOAS as well as expectations for recovery from surgery and the long-term prognosis for these patients.

Considerations For Medical and Surgical Management of Brachycephalic Obstructive Airway Syndrome

Veterinary professionals are dedicated to providing care and treatment that allows animals to enjoy longer lives free from distress, pain and suffering. Surprisingly though, many veterinarians have not received training in recognizing, reporting and responding to incidents of animal neglect and abuse. Many also do not understand how pivotal their training and expertise is in addressing these crimes and ensuring justice for these animals. Tune in to this VetFolio Voice podcast episode as Dr. Cassi chats with the team at Victim to Verdict about what to do when you are presented with a case you suspect might result from abuse or neglect. If you’ve never received formal training associated with abuse, this is a don’t-miss episode — you’ll learn about the crucial role you have in acting on your suspicions, get guidelines for reporting abuse (which isn’t as intimidating as it may seem), and get justice for these animals.

What To Do When You’re Suspicious Of Animal Abuse Or Neglect

For many, earning a DVM degree is the fulfillment of a lifelong dream. You know the road ahead will be rewarding, but are you really prepared to practice veterinary medicine? In this VetFolio Voice podcast episode, Dr. Cassi chats with Dr. Grace Forker on the realities of a veterinary career. They compare notes about the challenges they faced as first-year veterinarians and those they had 10 years after graduating. Don’t miss their insightful conversation as they share their perspectives on what it’s like to be put in a leadership position when your diploma is still brand-new, the benefits and challenges they’ve had in practicing medicine outside of the “Ivory Tower,” how to navigate the “how long have you been practicing?” question, tips for responding to client communication questions in general, and the importance of collaborative medicine.

Is There an Adult in the Room? Wait. I Am the Adult

Are you aware of the U.S. Food and Drug Administration's (FDA) new rules for compounded drugs for animals and how they will impact your prescribing and dispensing practices? Listen in to this VetFolio Voice podcast, earn CE, and learn about the changes impacting veterinarians as the FDA transitions to its current plan of regulating animal drugs compounded from bulk. We'll delve into the “rules” that have always been in place, and how the renewed effort to enforce those rules, while protecting patients, will affect the availability and use of compounded animal drugs.

Compounding of Animal Drugs

As a veterinary professional, you understand the crucial role of nutrition in the prevention and treatment of many diseases and conditions in pets. Oftentimes, however, health problems in companion animals don’t occur in a vacuum. Are you confident in making diet-related recommendations when your patient has multiple conditions? In this VetFolio Voice CE podcast episode, join Dr. Cassi as she hosts Dr. Adam Rudinsky, who reviews canine urolithiasis, including common types of stones, treatment considerations and client communication, as well as nutritional management of this condition, even when comorbidities are present.

When Old Becomes New Again: Pain Management When Opioids Aren’t an Option

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