Internal Medicine For Vet Techs Podcast

Title of episode: 197 Megaesophagus with Liz Hughston

Join Yvonne Brandenburg, RVT, VTS SAIM and Jordan Porter RVT, VTS SAIM as we talk WITH:

Liz Hughston MEd., RVT, CVT, LVT, LVMT, VTS (SAIM)(ECC) and we learn more about Megaesophagus in dogs!

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Resources to learn more:
Upright Canine Brigade
http://caninemegaesophagusinfo.com/
https://www.facebook.com/groups/uprightcaninebrigade
Owner support group: https://groups.io/g/megaesophagus/

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Title of episode: 196 Updates and Call for Speakers

Join Yvonne Brandenburg, RVT, VTS SAIM and Jordan Porter RVT, VTS SAIM as we talk about:

Updates and Call for Speakers

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195 Getting Nerdy about Scientific Literature with Christine Weaver, LVT, VTS (IM-Neurology)

Welcome back! Thanks for listening and making a commitment to learning. Hope you’re well.

We are your hosts; Yvonne Brandenburg

Our Guest this Week:

Christine Weaver, BS, LVT, VTS (IM-Neurology)

Christine has been a member of the veterinary medical community for 20 years. Starting in primary care medicine in 2002, she swiftly moved to specialty medicine in the realm of veterinary neurology in 2008, and in 2012 gained her VTS in Neurology where she worked clinically and in training and education. In 2022, Christine completed her Bachelor’s in Biobehavioral Health. She currently works as the Learning & Development Trailblazer for Partner Veterinary Emergency & Specialty.

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/christine-weaver-82b035169/

Housekeeping:

Last week’s question of the week: shout outs
Reviews: shout out
Any questions to be answered?
Next Month’s CE: Pain: Recognize and Advocate for Veterinary Patients
Saturday, Apr 13, 2024
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Next Month’s CE: A Tech's Guide to Managing the Diabetic Ketoacidosis Patient
Saturday, May 11, 2024
Join the newsletter to get the invite. internalmedicineforvettechs.com

This week we'll be discussing:

Resources to learn more, labs, etc.

Find the proceedings and some other resources Christine mentioned at: “Getting Nerdy with Christine Weaver, LVT, VTS (IM-Neurology)” https://www.internalmedicineforvettechs.com/sci-lit.html

Show Notes:

#imfvtpodcast #vettechlife #vtslife #vettechpodcast #smallanimalinternalmedicine

APA Reference for podcast episode: (update)

Brandenburg, Y.; Porter, J. (Host). (2022, January 25). Diarrhea: Large Bowel or Small Bowel? The Scoop on the #2. (No. 4) [Audio podcast episode]. In Internal Medicine For Vet Techs Podcast. Internal Medicine For Vet Techs. https://www.internalmedicineforvettechs.com/podcastshownotes/004-diarrhea-large-bowel-or-small-bowel-the-scoop-on-the-2

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194 Getting Nerdy about Science with Christine Weaver, LVT, VTS (IM-Neurology)

Welcome back! Thanks for listening and making a commitment to learning. Hope you’re well.

We are your hosts; Yvonne Brandenburg

Our Guest this Week:

Christine Weaver, BS, LVT, VTS (IM-Neurology)

Christine has been a member of the veterinary medical community for 20 years. Starting in primary care medicine in 2002, she swiftly moved to specialty medicine in the realm of veterinary neurology in 2008, and in 2012 gained her VTS in Neurology where she worked clinically and in training and education. In 2022, Christine completed her Bachelor’s in Biobehavioral Health. She currently works as the Learning & Development Trailblazer for Partner Veterinary Emergency & Specialty.

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/christine-weaver-82b035169/

Housekeeping:

Last week’s question of the week: shout outs
Reviews: shout out
Any questions to be answered?
Next Month’s CE: Pain: Recognize and Advocate for Veterinary Patients
Saturday, Apr 13, 2024
Join the newsletter to get the invite. internalmedicineforvettechs.com
Next Month’s CE: A Tech's Guide to Managing the Diabetic Ketoacidosis Patient
Saturday, May 11, 2024
Join the newsletter to get the invite. internalmedicineforvettechs.com

This week we'll be discussing:

Resources to learn more, labs, etc.

Find the proceedings and some other resources Christine mentioned at: “Getting Nerdy with Christine Weaver, LVT, VTS (IM-Neurology)” https://www.internalmedicineforvettechs.com/sci-lit.html

Show Notes:

#imfvtpodcast #vettechlife #vtslife #vettechpodcast #smallanimalinternalmedicine

APA Reference for podcast episode: (update)

Brandenburg, Y.; Porter, J. (Host). (2022, January 25). Diarrhea: Large Bowel or Small Bowel? The Scoop on the #2. (No. 4) [Audio podcast episode]. In Internal Medicine For Vet Techs Podcast. Internal Medicine For Vet Techs. https://www.internalmedicineforvettechs.com/podcastshownotes/004-diarrhea-large-bowel-or-small-bowel-the-scoop-on-the-2

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Title of episode: Radioactive Treament; 131 in Cats

Join Yvonne Brandenburg, RVT, VTS SAIM and Jordan Porter RVT, VTS SAIM as we talk:

WITH…. Kelly Beaudoin, LVT! She’s a credentialed veterinary technician with love for assisting with treating feline hyperthyroidism by utilizing 131 radioactive iodine treatments! Come join us as she educates us on how this treatment works to help kitties with hyperthyroidism and why we would consider it!

Resources We Mentioned in the Show

Animal Endocrine Clinic. (2011, April 5). Performing a Thyroid Scan on a Hyperthyroid Cat [Video]. YouTube. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fPjSedtTv64
Barnette, C. (n.d.). Feline Hyperthyroidism: A Vet Tech’s Summary of Treatment Options. https://blog.vettechprep.com/feline-hyperthyroidism-a-vet-techs-summary-of-treatment-options
Brandenburg, Y., RVT, CVT, VTS (Internal Medicine-Small Animal), & Porter, J., RVT, VTS (Internal Medicine-Small Animal). (2020, November 3). Feline Hyperthyroidism: Strung Out Cats (episode 056). Retrieved February 8, 2023, from http://podcast.internalmedicineforvettechs.com/size/5/?search=hyperthyroid
Bruyette, D. D. (2020, April 28). Feline hyperthyroidism: Management and options for treatment. DVM 360. https://www.dvm360.com/view/feline-hyperthyroidism-management-and-options-treatment
Diagnostic Imaging for the Veterinary Technician. (n.d.).
G-M Pancake Detectors: Everything You've Wanted to Know (But Were Afraid to Ask) - PDF Free Download. (n.d.). https://docplayer.net/29966064-G-m-pancake-detectors-everything-you-ve-wanted-to-know-but-were-afraid-to-ask.html
Hyperthyroidism in Cats. (2018, July 23). Cornell University College of Veterinary Medicine. https://www.vet.cornell.edu/departments-centers-and-institutes/cornell-feline-health-center/health-information/feline-health-topics/hyperthyroidism-cats
Ludlum Measurements Inc. (2020). LUDLUM MODEL 2200 SCALER RATEMETER. User Manual, 1–4. https://ludlums.com/images/product_manuals/M2200.pdf
Ludlum Measurements Inc. (2014). LUDLUM MODEL 5 GEIGER COUNTER. User Manual, 1–6. https://ludlums.com/images/product_manuals/M5.pdf
Merrill, L. (2012). Small Animal Internal Medicine for Veterinary Technicians and Nurses (1st ed.). Wiley.
Radionuclide Safety Data Sheet. (n.d.). UNMC Radiation Safety Manual. Retrieved February 8, 2023, from https://www.unmc.edu/ehs/radiation-safety/appendix7_i-131.pdf
Thyroid Scintigraphy (Thyroid Scan) | Animal Endocrine Clinic. (n.d.). https://animalendocrine.com/nuclear-imaging/thyroid-scintigraphy/

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Sunday November 12th 7am/10am-4:30pm/7:30pm PST/EST
$49 for members $159 for non members

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Title of episode: Calicivirus in Cats

Category: Immune System, Respiratory

Join Yvonne Brandenburg, RVT, VTS SAIM and Jordan Porter RVT, VTS SAIM as we talk about:

Calicivirus in Cats. We’ll talk about the basics of the disease and also touch on Feline Calicivirus-associated virulent systemic disease - which was Yvonne’s first exposure to Calici!

Resources We Mentioned in the Show

Feline Calicivirus from the Baker Institute for Animal Health, part of Cornell University’s College of Veterinary Medicine. https://www.vet.cornell.edu/departments-centers-and-institutes/baker-institute/our-research/feline-calicivirus
Feline Respiratory Disease Complex from Merck Veterinary Manual https://www.merckvetmanual.com/respiratory-system/respiratory-diseases-of-small-animals/feline-respiratory-disease-complex
Disease Information Fact Sheet Feline Calicivirus from the Journal of Feline Medicine and Surgery https://catvets.com/public/PDFs/PracticeGuidelines/Guidelines/Vaccination/FelineCalicivirus_FactSheet.pdf

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Title of episode: Leishmania in Dogs and Cats

Category: Immune System, Parasitology, Zoonotic Disease

Join Yvonne Brandenburg, RVT, VTS SAIM and Jordan Porter RVT, VTS SAIM as we talk about:

Leishmaniosis in Dogs and Cats! It’s a crazy parasite that is zoonotic and not something to mess around with.

Resources We Mentioned in the Show

Parasites - Leishmaniasis from the CDC https://www.cdc.gov/parasites/leishmaniasis/index.html
Leishmaniasis from the World Health Organization https://www.who.int/news-room/fact-sheets/detail/leishmaniasis
Leishmaniosis in Dogs from Merck Manual https://www.merckvetmanual.com/generalized-conditions/leishmaniosis/leishmaniosis-in-dogs
Leishmaniosis (Visceral Leishmaniasis) in Dogs from Merck Manual https://www.merckvetmanual.com/dog-owners/disorders-affecting-multiple-body-systems-of-dogs/leishmaniosis-visceral-leishmaniasis-in-dogs
Canine Leishmaniasis: Update on Epidemiology, Diagnosis, Treatment, and Prevention https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC9416075/

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Title of episode: Tick Paralysis in Pets

Category: Parasites

Join Yvonne Brandenburg, RVT, VTS SAIM and Jordan Porter RVT, VTS SAIM as we talk about:

Creepy crawlies… and their toxic saliva??? We dive into an interesting disorder this week! Are we talking about parasites or are we talking about toxicology?! Join us as we learn what to do for tick paralysis in pets!

Resources We Mentioned in the Show

Merck Veterinary Manual: Tick Paralysis in Animals:
https://www.merckvetmanual.com/nervous-system/tick-paralysis/tick-paralysis-in-animals
Merck Veterinary Manual: Tick Paralysis in Dogs:
https://www.msdvetmanual.com/dog-owners/brain,-spinal-cord,-and-nerve-disorders-of-dogs/tick-paralysis-in-dogs
SASH Vets: Tick Paralysis:
https://sashvets.com/pet-advice/tick-paralysis/

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Title of episode: Distemper in the Canine Patient

Join Yvonne Brandenburg, RVT, VTS SAIM and Jordan Porter RVT, VTS SAIM as we talk about:

The dreaded canine distemper. This disorder can lead to the impairment of several body functions! But of course we can try to prevent this disease!

Resources We Mentioned in the Show

Merck Veterinary Manual: Canine Distemper:
https://www.merckvetmanual.com/generalized-conditions/canine-distemper/canine-distemper
OSU Veterinary School: Canine Distemper:
https://vet.osu.edu/sites/vet.osu.edu/files/documents/preventive-medicine/Canine%20Distemper%20Fact%20Sheet.pdf
Cornell: Canine Distemper:
https://www.vet.cornell.edu/departments/riney-canine-health-center/canine-health-information/canine-distemper-virus

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Join Yvonne Brandenburg, RVT, VTS SAIM and Jordan Porter RVT, VTS SAIM as we talk about:

A blood parasite! Gross, right? But let’s talk about it. This parasite can affect a variety of species and lead to a wide range of clinical signs!

Resources We Mentioned in the Show

VCA: Babesiosis in Dogs:
https://vcahospitals.com/know-your-pet/babesiosis-in-dogs
Merck Veterinary Manual: Blood Parasites; Babesiosis in Animals
https://www.merckvetmanual.com/circulatory-system/blood-parasites/babesiosis-in-animals
OSU Veterinary: Canine Babesiosis
https://vet.osu.edu/sites/vet.osu.edu/files/documents/preventive-medicine/Canine%20Babesiosis%20Fact%20Sheet.pdf

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Join Yvonne Brandenburg, RVT, VTS SAIM and Jordan Porter RVT, VTS SAIM as we talk about:

Yvonne’s recent training with SonoPath on abdominal ultrasound. She spent four days in New Jersey at their training facility learning proper image acquisition of the abdomen using SDEP® and learning how to FNA pathology in the abdomen. Talk about Upping Your Tech Game and tech utilization! This course is great for both doctors and technicians wanting to learn how to efficiently do ultrasound. Less than 15 minutes of scanning time and all the organs are recorded including every adrenal every time!

Resources Mentioned in the Show

SonoPath https://sonopath.com/
Info about courses and on-site training: https://sonopath.com/education/what-is-sdep/
Use this link for a free online SonoPath education account: https://education.sonopath.com/share/XcLKbKgyKYV9fEAV?utm_source=manual

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Join Yvonne Brandenburg, RVT, VTS SAIM and Jordan Porter RVT, VTS SAIM as we talk with:

Laura Rosewell BSc(Hons), DipAVN(Small Animal), ISFMDipFN, VTS(SAIM), RVN. We discuss a fascinating renal injury case with shocking results from the dedicated team that took care of this pet!

If you want to find Laura, check out her platforms:

Veterinary Internal Medicine Nursing:
- https://www.veterinaryinternalmedicinenursing.com/
Veterinary Internal Medicine Nursing Membership:
- https://www.veterinaryinternalmedicinenursing.com/academy

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Happy New Year Gang! This week we talk about 2023 and what we accomplished as well as goals moving into 2024! Thank you all for sticking with us and here is to another great year!

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Join Yvonne Brandenburg, RVT, VTS SAIM, and Jordan Porter RVT, VTS SAIM as we talk about: Not about... WITH the Christine Weaver, BS, LVT, VTS (IM-Neuro). Yvonne and Christine discuss seizures in pets and a quick sneak peek into her lecture at our first-ever virtual IMFVT Conference last week! We discuss how to engage this industry in medicine! Want to connect with Christine? You can find her at CE on the Sea with VetTechLife!

2024 cruise: https://vettechlife.com/2024-cruise-info-here
2025 cruise: https://vettechlife.com/2025-cruise-info-here

If you did not get to join us for our conference, don't worry! We recorded all the sessions and they are pending RACE approval for on-demand! We will let you know where to find our conference recordings soon! We want to thank Trudell as well for sponsoring our conference! Go check out their amazing products: https://www.trudellanimalhealth.com/ DONT FORGET! Love Huvet has all of the best gifts for the vet tech or veterinary professional in your life this holiday season! Check out their best-selling Vet Med Wellness Journal, adorable standard AND ponytail scrub caps, croc charms, stethoscope charms, disc journals and digital planners, and so much more. Plus, you can save 10% with code IMFVT10. Spoil the vet tech in your life for the holidays at lovehuvet.com!

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Join Yvonne Brandenburg, RVT, VTS SAIM, and Jordan Porter RVT, VTS SAIM as we talk about: Not about... WITH the Tabitha Kucera RVT, VTS (Behavior), CCBC, KPA-CTP. Yvonne and Tabitha discuss behavior in pets and a quick sneak peek into her lecture at our first-ever virtual IMFVT Conference last week! We discuss pain and behavior and how the industry has evolved to be more aware of these behavior signs in pets. Want to connect with Tabitha? Check her out:

tabitha@chirrupsandchatter.com
chirrupsandchatter.com
https://www.facebook.com/chirrupsandchatter
https://www.instagram.com/chirrupsandchatter/
https://www.linkedin.com/in/tabitha-kucera-5652b115b/

If you did not get to join us for our conference, don't worry! We recorded all the sessions and they are pending RACE approval for on-demand! We will let you know where to find our conference recordings soon! DONT FORGET! Love Huvet is launching NEW products perfect for the holidays on Friday Nov 24! Plus, you can save big during Black Friday weekend on all of your favorites from lovehuvet.com. Be sure to follow Love Huvet on Instagram ( @ love . huvet ) for sneak peeks and more info closer to launch day! Be sure to use the code IMFVT10 to get 10% off your order!

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Join Yvonne Brandenburg, RVT, VTS SAIM and Jordan Porter RVT, VTS SAIM as we talk about: Not about... WITH the Kristin Freitas RVT, VTS (ECC)! Yvonne and Kristen go way back, and so we discuss her career a bit and where she is headed. We also give a few snippets for what she will be lecturing on with us on Sunday, November 12th, 2023 for our first virtual conference! If you want to find Kristen look for her with K& K Veterinary Learning & Development

- Contact her at: kkvetld@gmail.com

To sign up for the IMFVT Fall Conference of 2023, use this link: https://imfpp.org/conference23

Sunday November 12th 7am/10am-4:30pm/7:30pm PST/EST
$49 for members $159 for non members

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Join Yvonne Brandenburg, RVT, VTS SAIM and Jordan Porter RVT, VTS SAIM as we talk about: Not about... WITH the AMAZING Laura Jones, BSc(Hons), DipAVN(Small Animal), ISFMDipFN, VTS(SAIM), RVN. Do you see all those letters? She is amazing, like I said. We are catching up with Laura, because who knew... its been 3 years! We also give a few snippets for what she will be lecturing on with us on Sunday, November 12th, 2023 for our first virtual conference! If you want to find Laura, check out her platforms:

Veterinary Internal Medicine Nursing:
- https://www.veterinaryinternalmedicinenursing.com/
Veterinary Internal Medicine Nursing Membership:
- https://www.veterinaryinternalmedicinenursing.com/academy

To sign up for the IMFVT Fall Conference of 2023, use this link: https://imfpp.org/conference23

Sunday November 12th 7am/10am-4:30pm/7:30pm PST/EST
$49 for members $159 for non members

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Join Yvonne Brandenburg, RVT, VTS SAIM and Jordan Porter RVT, VTS SAIM as we talk about:

The uncommon, yet quite interesting disease that is a thymoma! These can be malignant or benign. Sometimes they cause mass chaos and sometimes they don’t. Come learn about it with us!

Resources We Mentioned in the Show

AVMA Journals: JAVMA:
https://avmajournals.avma.org/view/journals/javma/243/10/javma.243.10.1448.xml
VSSO: Cranial Mediastinal Thymoma:
https://vsso.org/cranial-mediastinal-thymoma-canine

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Thanks so much for tuning in. Join us again next week for another episode!

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To sign up for the IMFVT Fall Conference of 2023, use this link: https://imfpp.org/conference23

Sunday November 12th 7am/10am-4:30pm/7:30pm PST/EST
$49 for members $159 for non members

Join the Internal Medicine For Vet Techs Membership to earn and keep track of your continuing education hours as you get your learn on!

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Join Yvonne Brandenburg, RVT, VTS SAIM and Jordan Porter RVT, VTS SAIM as we talk about:

The first EVER NAVC Hive Conference in Austin, Texas 2023! There were several amazing lectures and veterinary professionals. Come hear about it! Don’t forget to check out LoveHuvet.com and use our discount code IMFVT10 to receive 10% off your order!

NAVC Hive:
- https://navc.com/vet-nursetech-hive/
IMFVT 2023 Virtual Conference:
- https://imfpp.org/conference23
IMFVT 2023 Virtual Conference Raffle:
- https://internalmedicineforvettechsmembership.com/rafflecon23

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Join Yvonne Brandenburg, RVT, VTS SAIM and Jordan Porter RVT, VTS SAIM as we talk about:

The finicky mineral named calcium. Too much can cause issues, too little cause issues. It is a picky thing. This week though we are diving into the fine details of what happens when there is low levels of calcium in the body.

Resources We Mentioned in the Show

Merck Veterinary Manual:
https://www.merckvetmanual.com/metabolic-disorders/disorders-of-calcium-metabolism/hypocalcemia-in-small-animals
VIN:
https://veterinarypartner.vin.com/default.aspx?pid=19239&id=4952400
PubMed:
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/24144092/

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Malignant Hyperthermia, not quite an endocrine disorder, but instead more of a gene mutation that can cause havoc! We learn what the gene mutation does and how it affects pets to ultimately severely increase their core body temperature! But don’t worry, we talk about how to recognize the early signs of MH!

Resources We Mentioned in the Show

Merck Veterinary Manual:
https://www.msdvetmanual.com/metabolic-disorders/malignant-hyperthermia/malignant-hyperthermia-in-animals
https://www.merckvetmanual.com/dog-owners/metabolic-disorders-of-dogs/malignant-hyperthermia-in-dogs
VIN: Malignant Hyperthermia:
https://www.vin.com/apputil/content/defaultadv1.aspx?id=7259207&pid=14365

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The unusual, yet easy to understand, endocrine disorder that is acromegaly. As it sounds, this is a disorder that can cause enlargement of body parts and organs. Come learn with us!

Resources We Mentioned in the Show

Merck:
https://www.merck-animal-health-usa.com/vetsulin/dogs/related-diseases
https://www.merckvetmanual.com/endocrine-system/the-pituitary-gland/feline-acromegaly
Science Direct:
https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/abs/pii/S0003426621000275?via%3Dihub

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Endocrine pancreas functions. We know this as producing insulin and regulating blood sugar, but what happens when someone moves into the gated community that is the pancreas and starts to cause chaos? We are going to discuss the one and only dreaded insulinoma.

Resources We Mentioned in the Show

VIN:
https://veterinarypartner.vin.com/default.aspx?pid=19239&id=4952990
Merck Veterinary Manual:
https://www.merckvetmanual.com/endocrine-system/the-pancreas/functional-islet-cell-tumors-in-small-animals
Today’s Veterinary Practice:
https://todaysveterinarypractice.com/oncology/canine-insulinoma-diagnosis-treatment-staging/

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We are going back to basics with everyone’s favorite! THE ENDOCRINE SYSTEM! Come listen to us discuss feedback loops!

Resources We Mentioned in the Show

Merck Veterinary Manual:
https://www.msdvetmanual.com/endocrine-system/endocrine-system-introduction/the-endocrine-system-of-animals
https://www.merckvetmanual.com/endocrine-system/endocrine-system-introduction/endocrine-diseases-in-animals
Veterinary Internal Medicine Nursing:
https://www.veterinaryinternalmedicinenursing.com/blog/the-endocrine-system

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Behavioral signs, physical signs, and everything in between when dealing with combating compassion fatigue. It is a real challenge in our careers. Join us as we talk about how to battle it.

Resources We Mentioned in the Show

AAHA/IAAHPC End-of-Life Care Guidelines:
https://www.aaha.org/aaha-guidelines/end-of-life-care/end-of-life-care-guidelines/
AVMA:
https://www.avma.org/resources-tools/wellbeing/work-and-compassion-fatigue
https://www.avma.org/resources-tools/wellbeing/assess-your-wellbeing
https://www.avma.org/resources-tools/wellbeing/self-care-veterinarians

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Brian Morgan again from BestPetRX. We dive into the topic of compounding and how we can utilize this to increase patient comfort while also increasing client compliance.

Resources We Mentioned in the Show

https://bestpetrx.com/information-cards/
https://bestpetrx.com/production-guides/
https://bestpetrx.com/medication-instructions/

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End of life care and the roles that veterinary professionals play. But we can do more, right? Luckily AAHA created some guidelines we can utilize to help have tough conversations and keep in touch with our end of life patients.

Resources We Mentioned in the Show

AAHA/IAAHPC End-of-Life Care Guidelines: https://www.aaha.org/aaha-guidelines/end-of-life-care/end-of-life-care-guidelines/

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Well... WITH the amazing Brian Morgan. We discuss how he went beyond being a veterinary technician to an extraordinary COO of a wonderful veterinary company. We have an in-depth conversation about technician utilization and empowering ourselves to ask those questions!

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Join Yvonne Brandenburg, RVT, VTS SAIM and Jordan Porter RVT, VTS SAIM as we talk WITH:

Elycia Degenhardt about how multitasking can actually hinder our ability to be efficient and effective in our daily work. But don’t fret, we also discuss ways to manage our time efficiently!

Resources We Mentioned in the Show

Mark G, Gudith D, Klocke U. The Cost of Interrupted Work: More Speed and Stress. CHI ’08: Proceedings of the SIGCHI Conference on Human Factors in Computing Systems. 2008;107-110.
Marois R, Ivanoff J. Capacity limits of information processing in the brain. TRENDS in Cognitive Sciences. 2005;9. 296-305
Multitasking: Switching costs. American Psychological Association. https://www.apa.org/research/action/multitask. Published March 20, 2006. Accessed February 4, 2021.
O’Conaill B, Frohlich D. Timespace in the Workplace: Dealing With Interruptions. CHI ‘95 Mosaic of Creativity. 1995;262-263.
To Multitask or Not to Multitask. University of Southern California. https://appliedpsychologydegree.usc.edu/blog/to-multitask-or-not-to-multitask/. Accessed February 2, 2021.
Weinschenk S. The True Cost of Multitasking. Psychology Today. https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/brain-wise/201209/the-true-cost-multi-tasking. Published September 18, 2012. Accessed February 2, 2021.
The Multitasking Monster Article: https://www.petvetmagazine.com/multitasking-monster/

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In this episode, we will learn effective strategies for improving client compliance with parasite control recommendations, exploring the "6 Stages of Behavior Change" and practical techniques to support clients in each stage.

#veterinary #vettechs #vettechlife🐾 #nutrition #vetmed #imanerd #imfvt #imfvtpodcast #clientcompliance #PetsAreFamily

Resources We Mentioned in the Show

Cherry K. The 6 stages of change: the transtheoretical, or stages of change, model. Verywell Mind. Updated December 19, 2022. Accessed April 8, 2023. https://www.verywellmind.com/the-stages-of-change-2794868
Garrison G. Keep the parasite prevention compliance conversation alive. Veterinary Advantage. April 2020. Accessed April 8, 2023. https://vet-advantage.com/vet_advantage/keep-the-parasite-prevention-compliance-conversation-alive
Paul M, Thomas M. Parasite protection: compelling clients to comply. Companion Animal Parasite Council. Accessed April 8, 2023. https://capcvet.org/articles/parasite-protection-compelling-clients-to-comply
Weese S. Canine and feline antiparasitics. Worms and Germs Blog. July 4, 2018. Accessed April 8, 2023.
Soldavin K. Promoting parasite prevention in practice. Todays Vet Pract. 2013;3(2):28-32. https://todaysveterinarypractice.com/parasitology/practice-to-practice-promoting-parasite-prevention-in-practice
Liger M. To be continued.... Todays Vet Bus. 2021;5(3):20-22. Accessed April 8, 2023. https://todaysveterinarybusiness.com/parasite-heartworm-prevention
MacKay C. Client compliance—the key to successful veterinary practice. World Small Animal Veterinary Association World Congress Proceedings, 2005. Veterinary Information Network. Accessed April 8, 2023. https://www.vin.com/doc/?id=3854148

Resources

· Client education. American Animal Hospital Association. Accessed March 18, 2023. https://www.aaha.org/aaha-guidelines/infection-control-configuration/client-education

· General guidelines for dogs and cats. Companion Animal Parasite Council. Updated September 16, 2022. Accessed March 18, 2023. https://capcvet.org/guidelines/general-guidelines

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Join Yvonne Brandenburg, RVT, VTS SAIM and Jordan Porter RVT, VTS SAIM as we talk about:

Get ready for a paw-some journey into the world of canine heart health! Join us on this barking good podcast as we dive into the nutritional management of heart disease in dogs. From salty secrets to fishy solutions and even some unexpected diet surprises, we'll fetch all the juicy info you need to keep those furry hearts happy and healthy!

Resources We Mentioned in the Show

"Nutrition for Dogs with Heart Disease." VCA Hospitals. Accessed on [insert access date]. Available at: https://vcahospitals.com/know-your-pet/nutrition-for-dogs-with-heart-disease
"Treatment of Cardiovascular Disease in Dogs." Merck Veterinary Manual. Accessed on [insert access date]. Available at: https://www.merckvetmanual.com/dog-owners/heart-and-blood-vessel-disorders-of-dogs/treatment-of-cardiovascular-disease-in-dogs
"Dietary Management of Cardiovascular Disease." VIN (Veterinary Information Network). Accessed on [insert access date]. Available at: https://www.vin.com/apputil/content/defaultadv1.aspx?id=5709919&pid=11372&print=1
"Nutritional Management of Heart Disease in Dogs and Cats." VeterinaryPartner. Accessed on [insert access date]. Available at: https://veterinarypartner.vin.com/default.aspx?pid=19239&id=8989590
"Nutrition and Cardiovascular Disease in Dogs." Cummings Veterinary Medical Center at Tufts University. Accessed on [insert access date]. Available at: https://heartsmart.vet.tufts.edu/nutrition/
"FDA Investigation: Potential Link Between Certain Diets and Canine Dilated Cardiomyopathy." U.S. Food and Drug Administration. Accessed on [insert access date]. Available at: https://www.fda.gov/animal-veterinary/outbreaks-and-advisories/fda-investigation-potential-link-between-certain-diets-and-canine-dilated-cardiomyopathy

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Join Yvonne Brandenburg, RVT, VTS SAIM and Jordan Porter RVT, VTS SAIM as we talk about:

Join us in this exciting podcast episode as we dive into the world of pet nutrition and hepatic disease management! Get ready to explore the ins and outs of energy intake optimization, the tricky protein puzzle, the fat-fascination dance, and the secret powers of vitamins. Plus, we'll unveil the fiber's heroic role in battling toxin absorption.

Resources We Mentioned in the Show

"Treatment liver disease: Medical and nutritional aspects (sponsored Nestle Purina)." DVM360. Available at: https://www.dvm360.com/view/treatment-liver-disease-medical-and-nutritional-aspects-sponsored-nestle-purina.
"Nutritional Management of Liver Failure and Hepatic Encephalopathy." VIN - Veterinary Information Network. Available at: https://www.vin.com/apputil/content/defaultadv1.aspx?pId=12886&id=7054649&print=1.
"Nutritional Management of Liver Failure and Hepatic Encephalopathy." UC Davis School of Veterinary Medicine - Health Topics. Available at: https://healthtopics.vetmed.ucdavis.edu/health-topics/canine/nutritional-management-liver-failure-and-hepatic-encephalopathy.
"Nutrition in Hepatic Disease in Small Animals." Merck Veterinary Manual. Available at: https://www.merckvetmanual.com/digestive-system/hepatic-disease-in-small-animals/nutrition-in-hepatic-disease-in-small-animals.

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In this episode of the Internal Medicine for Vet Techs Podcast, we will explore the topic of Nutritional Management of GI Disease, discussing various diets and dietary modifications that can help manage gastrointestinal diseases in animals, including vomiting, small intestinal disease, inflammatory bowel disease, protein-losing enteropathies, and so much more!

Resources We Mentioned in the Show

"Gastrointestinal Disease Diets for Dogs and Cats." Today's Veterinary Practice. Accessed on June 23, 2023. Available at: https://todaysveterinarypractice.com/nutrition/gastrointestinal-disease-diets-dogs-cats/
"Gastrointestinal Disease." UC Davis Veterinary Medicine. Accessed on June 23, 2023. Available at: https://www.vetmed.ucdavis.edu/hospital/animal-health-topics/gastrointestinal-disease
"Gastrointestinal Disease." VIN (Veterinary Information Network). Accessed on June 23, 2023. Available at: https://www.vin.com/apputil/content/defaultadv1.aspx?pId=11372&meta=generic&catId=35311&id=5709777&ind=218&objTypeID=17
"Dietary Management of GI Diseases in Dogs and Cats: Proceedings." dvm360. Accessed on June 23, 2023. Available at: https://www.dvm360.com/view/dietary-management-gi-diseases-dogs-and-cats-proceedings

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Join Yvonne Brandenburg, RVT, VTS SAIM and Jordan Porter RVT, VTS SAIM as we talk about:

We delve into the importance of nutritional management in pets with diabetes mellitus. We explore the definition of the disease, discuss dietary considerations for dogs and cats, share client communication tips, and highlight important cautions to keep in mind for the well-being of your furry friends.

Resources We Mentioned in the Show

"Nutrition and Diabetes Mellitus." Today's Veterinary Practice. Retrieved from: https://todaysveterinarypractice.com/nutrition/nutrition-and-diabetes-mellitus/#:~:text=What%20Food%20Should%20I%20Recommend,the%20dog%20insulin%20twice%20daily.
"Diabetes Mellitus." UC Davis School of Veterinary Medicine. Retrieved from: https://www.vetmed.ucdavis.edu/hospital/animal-health-topics/diabetes-mellitus
"Diabetes Mellitus." Veterinary Information Network (VIN). Retrieved from: https://www.vin.com/apputil/content/defaultadv1.aspx?id=7054864&pid=12886
"Diets for Diabetic Dogs." Cornell University College of Veterinary Medicine - Riney Canine Health Center. Retrieved from: https://www.vet.cornell.edu/departments-centers-and-institutes/riney-canine-health-center/canine-health-information/diets-diabetic-dogs
"Nutrition for Dogs with Diabetes." Merck Animal Health. Retrieved from: https://www.merck-animal-health-usa.com/vetsulin/dogs/nutrition-for-dogs-with-diabetes

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Discover essential insights into managing Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD) in pets through proper nutrition, including therapeutic renal diets, protein restriction, mineral balance, vitamins, acid-base balance, and the role of fat, ensuring optimal care and improved quality of life for your furry companions.

Resources We Mentioned in the Show

"Nutritional Management of Renal Disease: An Evidence-Based Approach" from Today's Veterinary Practice:
Link: https://todaysveterinarypractice.com/nutrition/nutritional-management-of-renal-disease-an-evidence-based-approach/#:~:text=Veterinary%20therapeutic%20renal%20diets%20are%20superior%20to%20conventional%20maintenance%20diets,antioxidants%20are%20beneficial%20for%20dogs
Publisher: Today's Veterinary Practice
"Chronic Renal Disease" from the UC Davis Veterinary Hospital's Animal Health Topics:
Link: https://www.vetmed.ucdavis.edu/hospital/animal-health-topics/chronic-renal-disease
Publisher: UC Davis Veterinary Hospital
"Nutritional Management of Chronic Kidney Disease" from dvm360:
Link: https://www.dvm360.com/view/nutritional-management-chronic-kidney-disease
Publisher: dvm360
"Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD) in Dogs and Cats - Nutritional Management" from VIN (Veterinary Information Network):
Link: https://www.vin.com/apputil/content/defaultadv1.aspx?pId=11258&id=3866140
Publisher: VIN (Veterinary Information Network)

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Join Yvonne Brandenburg, RVT, VTS SAIM and Jordan Porter RVT, VTS SAIM as we talk about:

We explore the fundamental concepts of nutrition and its critical role in supporting the health and well-being of our beloved pets. In each episode, we'll delve into the key nutrients, their sources, functions, and the optimal intake for our furry friends.

Resources We Mentioned in the Show

University of Minnesota Libraries Publishing. (n.d.). Chapter 10: Nutrition basics. In Veterinary preventive medicine. Pressbooks. Retrieved from https://pressbooks.umn.edu/vetprevmed/chapter/chapter-10-nutrition-basics/
Purina. (n.d.). Dog nutrition basics. Purina. Retrieved from https://www.purina.com/articles/dog/nutrition/dog-nutrition-basics
VIN. (n.d.). Small Animal Clinical Nutrition. VIN. Retrieved from https://www.vin.com/apputil/content/defaultadv1.aspx?pId=11310&id=4516300&print=1

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Today, we're diving into a topic that sounds a bit like a heavy metal band, but trust me, it's no rock and roll. We're talking about something serious – Metaldehyde Poisoning in our furry friends, dogs, and cats! Metaldehyde is actually a common ingredient found in some snail and slug baits, you know, those tiny pellets you use to protect your beautiful garden from those slimy intruders. But here's the thing – this seemingly harmless substance can pose a real danger to our four-legged companions.

Resources We Mentioned in the Show

Merck Veterinary Manual: "Metaldehyde Poisoning in Animals." Retrieved from: https://www.merckvetmanual.com/toxicology/metaldehyde-poisoning/metaldehyde-poisoning-in-animals
Veterinary Partner: "Metaldehyde (Snail Bait) Toxicity in Dogs." Retrieved from: https://veterinarypartner.vin.com/default.aspx?pid=19239&id=4951893
ASPCApro: "Metaldehyde (Slug and Snail Bait) Poisoning." Retrieved from: https://www.aspcapro.org/sites/default/files/m-toxbrief_0303.pdf

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Estrogen! You know that hormone that can affect your emotions, hair, skin, and everything in between. We even learn that it affects blood and bone marrow! Come learn with us.

Resources We Mentioned in the Show

VetMeds: Pet Poison: Estrogen:
https://vetmeds.org/pet-poison-control-list/estrogen/#!form/PPCDonations
Estrogen-induced myelotoxicity in dogs: A review:
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC2748286/
VIN: Accidental Exposure to Estrogen:
https://news.vin.com/default.aspx?pid=210&Id=6703840&f5=1

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Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory toxicity in pets! We can see this effect dogs, cats AND Ferrets! So what exactly happens in the body when a pet has too much… well several things!

Resources We Mentioned in the Show

Merck Veterinary Manual:
https://www.merckvetmanual.com/toxicology/toxicities-from-human-drugs/analgesics-toxicity
Vet Girl on the Run:
https://vetgirlontherun.com/nsaid-toxicity-in-dogs-and-cats-vetgirl-veterinary-continuing-education-blog/
VIN: NSAID Toxicity:
https://www.vin.com/apputil/content/defaultadv1.aspx?pId=23848&id=9257808
VCA: Ibuprofen Poisoning:
https://vcahospitals.com/know-your-pet/ibuprofen-poisoning-in-dogs

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Part 2! This week we are discussing different types of rat bait that can cause harm, but in a different manner than bleeding! Have a listen!

Resources We Mentioned in the Show

ASPCA:
https://www.aspca.org/news/pet-safety-alert-beware-rodenticide
Merck Veterinary Manual:
https://www.merckvetmanual.com/special-pet-topics/poisoning/rodenticide-poisoning
https://www.merckvetmanual.com/toxicology/sweet-clover-poisoning/sweet-clover-poisoning-in-animals
https://www.merckvetmanual.com/toxicology/rodenticide-poisoning/anticoagulant-rodenticide-warfarin-and-congeners-poisoning-in-animals
https://www.merckvetmanual.com/toxicology/rodenticide-poisoning/bromethalin-poisoning-in-animals
https://www.merckvetmanual.com/toxicology/rodenticide-poisoning/cholecalciferol-vitamin-d3-poisoning-in-animals
https://www.merckvetmanual.com/toxicology/rodenticide-poisoning/phosphide-zinc,-magnesium,-aluminum-poisoning-in-animals
https://www.merckvetmanual.com/toxicology/rodenticide-poisoning/corn-cellulose-poisoning-in-animals
https://www.merckvetmanual.com/toxicology/rodenticide-poisoning/alpha-chloralose-poisoning-in-animals

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BLEEDING! Well… something that may cause bleeding. But, there was so much information about different baits we had to do a part one and part 2!

Resources We Mentioned in the Show

ASPCA:
https://www.aspca.org/news/pet-safety-alert-beware-rodenticide
Merck Veterinary Manual:
https://www.merckvetmanual.com/special-pet-topics/poisoning/rodenticide-poisoning
https://www.merckvetmanual.com/toxicology/sweet-clover-poisoning/sweet-clover-poisoning-in-animals
https://www.merckvetmanual.com/toxicology/rodenticide-poisoning/anticoagulant-rodenticide-warfarin-and-congeners-poisoning-in-animals
https://www.merckvetmanual.com/toxicology/rodenticide-poisoning/bromethalin-poisoning-in-animals
https://www.merckvetmanual.com/toxicology/rodenticide-poisoning/cholecalciferol-vitamin-d3-poisoning-in-animals
https://www.merckvetmanual.com/toxicology/rodenticide-poisoning/phosphide-zinc,-magnesium,-aluminum-poisoning-in-animals
https://www.merckvetmanual.com/toxicology/rodenticide-poisoning/corn-cellulose-poisoning-in-animals
https://www.merckvetmanual.com/toxicology/rodenticide-poisoning/alpha-chloralose-poisoning-in-animals

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Xylitol toxicity and where we can find this additive. Also known as Burch sugar, so it can be tricky! But what does it do in the body? Well we are going to talk about that.

Resources We Mentioned in the Show

Vetfolio: Xylitol Toxicity in Dogs:
https://www.vetfolio.com/learn/article/xylitol-toxicity-in-dogs
VCA: Xylitol Toxicity in Dogs:
https://vcahospitals.com/know-your-pet/xylitol-toxicity-in-dogs
Merck Veterinary Manual: Xylitol Toxicosis in Dogs:
https://www.merckvetmanual.com/toxicology/food-hazards/xylitol-toxicosis-in-dogs
VIN: Xylitol Poisoning in Dogs:
https://veterinarypartner.vin.com/default.aspx?pid=19239&id=4952819

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One of my favorite things! CHOCOLATE!!! And I was blessed to have a recent personal refresher on chocolate toxicity. Let’s talk about it!

Resources We Mentioned in the Show

VCA: Chocolate Poisoning in Dogs:
https://vcahospitals.com/know-your-pet/chocolate-poisoning-in-dogs
Merck Veterinary Manual: Chocolate Toxicosis in Animals:
https://www.merckvetmanual.com/toxicology/food-hazards/chocolate-toxicosis-in-animals
Merck Veterinary Manual Chocolate Toxicity Calculator:
https://www.merckvetmanual.com/pages-with-widgets/clinical-calculators?mode=list
Pet Health Network: Chocolate Toxicity in Cats and Dogs:
https://www.pethealthnetwork.com/dog-health/dog-toxins-poisons/chocolate-toxicity-cats-and-dogs
VIN: Chocolate Toxicity:
https://veterinarypartner.vin.com/default.aspx?pid=19239&id=4952115

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YVONNE IS BACK!! YAY! And we are rounding out this series with the good old ringworm! Not an actual worm, but a fungus!

Resources We Mentioned in the Show

VIN: Ringworm in Dogs and Cats:
https://veterinarypartner.vin.com/default.aspx?pid=19239&id=4951439
VCA: Ringworm in Dogs
https://vcahospitals.com/know-your-pet/ringworm-in-dogs
Merck Veterinary Manual: Dermatophytosis
https://www.merckvetmanual.com/integumentary-system/dermatophytosis/dermatophytosis-in-dogs-and-cats

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Wellllllll…. We are talking with my daughter Bailey AGAIN since Yvonne is still moving about the west coast. So Bailey and I change gears a bit and discuss pet first aid. Her and I discuss common emergencies we can see at home and a few things pet parents can do before going to the ER. Come learn with me 6th grader... and my rooster who makes a few appearances.

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Wellllllll…. We are talking with my daughter Bailey since Yvonne needed some time off to move. How dare her right? So I teach Bailey about the wonderful protozoa that is Giardia.

Resources We Mentioned in the Show

VCA: Giardia in Dogs:
https://vcahospitals.com/know-your-pet/giardia-in-dogs
CDC: Giardia Prevention and Control:
https://www.cdc.gov/parasites/giardia/prevention-control-pets.html
Merck Veterinary: Giardia
https://www.merckvetmanual.com/digestive-system/giardiasis-giardia/giardiasis-in-animals

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Bacteria friends! This particular bacteria can infect pretty much any warm blooded animal and is found everywhere! Let’s learn about it!

Resources We Mentioned in the Show

VIN: Toxoplasmosis in Dogs and Cats:
https://www.vin.com/apputil/content/defaultadv1.aspx?meta=&pId=11196&id=3854170
Merck Veterinary Manual: Toxoplasmosis in Dogs:
https://www.merckvetmanual.com/dog-owners/disorders-affecting-multiple-body-systems-of-dogs/toxoplasmosis-in-dogs
VCA: Toxoplasmosis:
https://vcahospitals.com/know-your-pet/toxoplasmosis

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THE PLAGUE… insert scary photo here. Buuuut… it is a bacteria, meaning it can be treated! Treatment is key!

Resources We Mentioned in the Show

Overview of Plague
By Paul Ettestad , DVM, MS, Epidemiology and Response Division, New Mexico Department of Health Medically Reviewed Nov 2013 | Modified Oct 2022 https://www.merckvetmanual.com/generalized-conditions/plague/overview-of-plague
Pague FAQ https://www.avma.org/plague-faq
Black Death From Ratatouille: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ekgHukeF7zM

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Yvonne’s favorite things… PARASITES. We are starting off with the risks of parasitic burdens that can develop from visiting dog parks, but it gets worse… hookworm infection is on the rise and becoming resistant.

Resources We Mentioned in the Show

Aavp.org. 2022. [online] Available at: [Accessed 26 January 2022].
Cima, G., 2022. Drug-resistant hookworms spreading in dogs, parasitologists warn. [online] American Veterinary Medical Association. Available at: [Accessed 26 January 2022].
Duncan, K., 2022. Dog parks: Where pets, people, and parasites collide. [online] Available at: [Accessed 26 January 2022].
Jimenez Castro, P.D., Howell, S.B., Schaefer, J.J. et al. Multiple drug resistance in the canine hookworm Ancylostoma caninum: an emerging threat?. Parasites Vectors 12, 576 (2019). https://doi.org/10.1186/s13071-019-3828-6.
McReynolds, T., 2022. Multiple-drug resistant hookworms a growing threat. [online] Available at: [Accessed 26 January 2022].
Peregrine, A., 2022. Gastrointestinal Parasites of Dogs - Dog Owners - MSD Veterinary Manual. [online] MSD Veterinary Manual. Available at: [Accessed 26 January 2022].
Ward, E., 2022. Hookworm Infection In Dogs | VCA Animal Hospitals. [online] Vcahospitals.com. Available at: [Accessed 26 January 2022].
Today’s Veterinary Nurse Summer 2022 Issue: https://todaysveterinarynurse.com/category/summer-2022/

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Well we start out discussing spring time and groundhogs, welcome to that education! Eosinophilic Bronchopneumopathy is an inflammatory process that can cause respiratory changes within a pet, often appearing like a mass.

Resources We Mentioned in the Show

Allergic Pneumonitis in Dogs and Cats Caroline C. Tonozzi , DVM, DACVECC, Mission Veterinary Partners Medically Reviewed Feb 2022 | Modified Oct 2022 https://www.merckvetmanual.com/veterinary/respiratory-system/respiratory-diseases-of-small-animals/allergic-pneumonitis-in-dogs-and-cats
Eosinophilic Bronchopneumopathy in Dogs C. ClercxWorld Small Animal Veterinary Association Congress Proceedings, 2017. https://www.vin.com/apputil/content/defaultadv1.aspx?id=8506308&pid=20539&
Successful Management of Eosinophilic Bronchopneumopathy in a Dog Received: September 15, 2021; Revised: October 19, 2021; Accepted: October 19, 2021https://www.e-jvc.org/journal/view.html?doi=10.17555/jvc.2021.38.6.269

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Question of the Week

Has any veterinary professional been diagnosed with Kennel Cough?

Resources We Mentioned in the Show

Merck Veterinary Manual:
https://www.merckvetmanual.com/respiratory-system/respiratory-diseases-of-small-animals/kennel-cough
VCA:
https://vcahospitals.com/know-your-pet/kennel-cough-or-tracheobronchitis-in-dogs
Today’s Veterinary Practice:
https://todaysveterinarypractice.com/infectious-disease/diagnostic-therapeutic-approach-dogs-infected-with-bordetella-bronchiseptica-canine-influenza-virus-h3n8/
Respiratory Disease:
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC154981/

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We are talking about the twisted lung. Ouch… right? We discuss prevalent breeds, common areas of torsion and more.

Question of the Week

Have you ever dealt with a lung lobe torsion AND GDV?

Resources We Mentioned in the Show

Chester Gates: Lung Lobe Torsions:
https://chestergates.org.uk/lung-lobe-torsion-in-dogs/#:~:text=Lung%20lobe%20torsion%20is%20an,the%20right%20middle%20lung%20lobe.
Vetfolio:
https://www.vetfolio.com/learn/article/lung-lobe-torsion
Vet Girl on the Run:
https://vetgirlontherun.com/canine-lung-lobe-torsion-vetgirl-veterinary-continuing-education-blog/
Clinician’s Brief:
https://www.cliniciansbrief.com/article/canine-lung-lobe-torsion
VIN:
https://www.vin.com/apputil/content/defaultadv1.aspx?pId=11223&catId=31442&id=3859272

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NPS, where we learn about new abbreviations. Just kidding, we are learning about Nasopharyngeal Stenosis; sometimes congenital sometimes acquired.

Question of the Week

Which veterinary profession has a pet with Nasopharyngeal stenosis?

Resources We Mentioned in the Show

TAMU Veterinary hospital: Nasopharyngeal stenosis:
https://vethospital.tamu.edu/small-animal/internal-medicine/nasopharyngeal-stenosis/
VIN: Balloon procedure:
https://www.vin.com/apputil/content/defaultadv1.aspx?pId=14365&catId=73709&id=7259021&ind=320&objTypeID=17
DVM360: Nasopharyngeal Stenosis Case Study:
https://www.dvm360.com/view/treating-nasopharyngeal-stenosis-case-study
Diagnosis and Management of Nasopharyngeal Stenosis:
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/27059368/

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More renal disorders that don’t always end so well, but if we can recognize the signs early on, we have a good chance at supporting the pet as they age.

Resources We Mentioned in the Show

Merck Veterinary Manual:
https://www.merckvetmanual.com/urinary-system/congenital-and-inherited-anomalies-of-the-urinary-system/renal-anomalies
VIN:
https://www.vin.com/apputil/content/defaultadv1.aspx?id=3850168&pid=8768
PetCare RX:
https://www.petcarerx.com/article/renal-dysplasia-in-dogs-and-cats/2749#:~:text=Renal%20dysplasia%20is%20a%20congenital,in%20many%20cases%2C%20kidney%20failure.

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Resources We Mentioned in the Show

UC Davis Laboratory:
https://vgl.ucdavis.edu/test/pkd1-cat
VCA: Polycystic Kidney Disease in Dogs:
https://vcahospitals.com/know-your-pet/polycystic-kidney-disease-in-dogs#:~:text=What%20is%20polycystic%20kidney%20disease,in%20both%20size%20and%20number.
VCA: Polycystic Kidney Disease in Cats:
https://vcahospitals.com/know-your-pet/kidney-disease-polycystic-kidney-disease-in-cats
Cornell: Polycystic Kidney Disease in Cats:
https://www.vet.cornell.edu/departments-centers-and-institutes/cornell-feline-health-center/health-information/feline-health-topics/polycystic-kidney-disease

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Its Thanksgiving Time! We chit chat a bit and then throwback to one of our very first episodes from 3 years ago! Can you believe it has been 3 years?! None other than Pancreatitis, because tis the season!

Resources We Mentioned in the Show

When Rare Isn’t a Strong Enough Word:
https://news.cvm.ncsu.edu/when-rare-isnt-a-strong-enough-word/ ·
Texas A&M GI Lab:
o http://www.cvm.tamu.edu/gilab/research/pancreatitis-information
Merck Veterinary Manual:
ohttps://www.merckvetmanual.com/digestive-system/the-exocrine-pancreas/pancreatitis-in-small-animals
ohttps://www.merckvetmanual.com/digestive-system/the-exocrine-pancreas/overview-of-the-exocrine-pancreas
· IMFPP Anatomy:
o https://www.internalmedicineforpetparents.com/endocrine.html
CE for using Plasma in Pancreatitis patients:
ohttps://vetgirlontherun.com/treating-the-pancreatitis-patient-with-plasma-vetgirl-veterinary-continuing-education-blog-scheduled/
Transfusion Medicine:
https://imfpp.org/jordanstransfusionarticle
https://imfpp.org/transfusionbook
Quality of Life Tracker
https://imfpp.org/QOLscale

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Join Yvonne Brandenburg, RVT, VTS SAIM and Jordan Porter RVT, LVT, VTS SAIM as we talk about:

When the kidney becomes damaged, but not JUST the kidneys, specifically the glomeruli.

Question of the Week

What resources do you utilize for glomerulonephritis?
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Resources We Mentioned in the Show

https://www.dvm360.com/view/glomerulonephritis-remains-important-cause-renal-disease-dogs
https://www.merckvetmanual.com/urinary-system/noninfectious-diseases-of-the-urinary-system-in-small-animals/glomerular-disease-in-small-animals
https://veterinarypartner.vin.com/default.aspx?pid=19239&id=4951842
https://vcahospitals.com/know-your-pet/glomerulonephritis-in-dogs

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Join Yvonne Brandenburg, RVT, VTS SAIM and Jordan Porter RVT, LVT, VTS SAIM as we talk about:

IRIS staging! What is IRIS staging and when do we use it? IRIS staging is a tool that veterinary professionals can utilize to help diagnose, understand and treat kidney disease in both dogs and cats.

Question of the Week

Do you utilize the IRIS staging in your clinic? Is this the technician’s responsibility?

Resources We Mentioned in the Show

Elliot, J., & White, J. (2019). Iris kidney. IRIS Kidney. Retrieved November 1, 2022, from http://www.iris-kidney.com/education/index.html

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Join Yvonne Brandenburg, RVT, VTS SAIM and Jordan Porter RVT, LVT, VTS SAIM as we talk WITH veterinary social worker, Chelsea Nisbet, MSW, ASW about:

Ways to help caregivers prevent caregiver fatigue and burn out.

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Regional anesthesia and all things that are amazing about local anesthesia to help our patients in new ways!

Resources We Mentioned in the Show

https://www.dvm360.com/view/i-like-big-blocks-and-i-cannot-lie
https://www.dvm360.com/view/finer-points-injecting-common-sense-your-regional-anesthesia-strategy
https://www.veterinaryanesthesianerds.com/
https://www.veterinaryanesthesianerds.com/podcast https://www.amazon.com/Manual-Small-Animal-Regional-Anesthesia/dp/9505554656
https://www.amazon.com/Small-Animal-Regional-Anesthesia-Analgesia/dp/0813819946

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Manual of Small Animal Regional Anesthesia: Illustrated Anatomy for Nerve Stimulation and Ultrasound-Guided Nerve Blocks

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Regional anesthesia and all things that are amazing about local anesthesia to help our patients in new ways!

Resources We Mentioned in the Show

https://www.dvm360.com/view/i-like-big-blocks-and-i-cannot-lie
https://www.dvm360.com/view/finer-points-injecting-common-sense-your-regional-anesthesia-strategy
https://www.veterinaryanesthesianerds.com/
https://www.veterinaryanesthesianerds.com/podcast https://www.amazon.com/Manual-Small-Animal-Regional-Anesthesia/dp/9505554656
https://www.amazon.com/Small-Animal-Regional-Anesthesia-Analgesia/dp/0813819946

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Join Yvonne Brandenburg, RVT, VTS SAIM and Jordan Porter RVT, LVT, VTS SAIM as we talk about:

Continuous Glucose Monitors, how to use them in your clinics and how to talk to clients about them.

This was a previously recorded presentation for the Internal Medicine For Vet Techs Membership Monthly CE.

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Join Yvonne Brandenburg, RVT, VTS SAIM and Jordan Porter RVT, LVT, VTS SAIM as we talk about:

Continuous Glucose Monitors, how to use them in your clinics and how to talk to clients about them.

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Happy National Veterinary Technician Week to all the veterinary technicians out there!

This is also our 3rd anniversary of the podcast, so we had some listeners join us to talk about the things that make us love being a veterinary technician.

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Happy National Veterinary Technician Week to all the veterinary technicians out there!

This is also our 3rd anniversary of the podcast, so we had some listeners join us to talk about the things that make us love being a veterinary technician.

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Join Yvonne Brandenburg, RVT, VTS SAIM and Jordan Porter RVT, LVT, VTS SAIM for PART 2 as we talk WITH:

Liz Hughston MEd., RVT, CVT, LVT, LVMT, VTS (SAIM)(ECC) about a sometimes taboo topic; Cannabis in Veterinary Medicine.

Resources We Mentioned in the Show

Veterinary Cannabinoid Academy
- https://www.vetcannacademy.com/
Cannabis Therapy in Veterinary Medicine: A Complete Guide
- https://link.springer.com/book/10.1007/978-3-030-68317-7
About the Entourage Effect:
- https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3165946/
Pharmacokinetics, Safety, and Clinical Efficacy of Cannabidiol Treatment in Osteoarthritic Dogs
- https://www.frontiersin.org/articles/10.3389/fvets.2018.00165/full
AVMA: Randomized blinded controlled clinical trial to assess the effect of oral cannabidiol administration in addition to conventional antiepileptic treatment on seizure frequency in dogs with intractable idiopathic epilepsy:
- https://avmajournals.avma.org/view/journals/javma/254/11/javma.254.11.1301.xml
Safety and tolerability of escalating cannabinoid doses in healthy cats
- https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC8637357/
US Veterinarians' Knowledge, Experience, and Perception Regarding the Use of Cannabidiol for Canine Medical Conditions:
- https://www.frontiersin.org/articles/10.3389/fvets.2018.00338/full

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Join Yvonne Brandenburg, RVT, VTS SAIM and Jordan Porter RVT, LVT, VTS SAIM for PART 2 as we talk WITH:

Liz Hughston MEd., RVT, CVT, LVT, LVMT, VTS (SAIM)(ECC) about a sometimes taboo topic; Cannabis in Veterinary Medicine.

Resources We Mentioned in the Show

Veterinary Cannabinoid Academy
- https://www.vetcannacademy.com/
Cannabis Therapy in Veterinary Medicine: A Complete Guide
- https://link.springer.com/book/10.1007/978-3-030-68317-7
About the Entourage Effect:
- https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3165946/
Pharmacokinetics, Safety, and Clinical Efficacy of Cannabidiol Treatment in Osteoarthritic Dogs
- https://www.frontiersin.org/articles/10.3389/fvets.2018.00165/full
AVMA: Randomized blinded controlled clinical trial to assess the effect of oral cannabidiol administration in addition to conventional antiepileptic treatment on seizure frequency in dogs with intractable idiopathic epilepsy:
- https://avmajournals.avma.org/view/journals/javma/254/11/javma.254.11.1301.xml
Safety and tolerability of escalating cannabinoid doses in healthy cats
- https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC8637357/
US Veterinarians' Knowledge, Experience, and Perception Regarding the Use of Cannabidiol for Canine Medical Conditions:
- https://www.frontiersin.org/articles/10.3389/fvets.2018.00338/full

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Join Yvonne Brandenburg, RVT, VTS SAIM and Jordan Porter RVT, LVT, VTS SAIM as we talk WITH:

Liz Hughston MEd., RVT, CVT, LVT, LVMT, VTS (SAIM)(ECC) about a sometimes taboo topic; Cannabis in Veterinary Medicine.

Question of the Week

Do you or your practice recommend CBD or cannabis in pets; how do you initiate the conversation, what kind of cases do you recommend it, and how does the conversation go?

Resources We Mentioned in the Show

Veterinary Cannabinoid Academy
- https://www.vetcannacademy.com/
Cannabis Therapy in Veterinary Medicine: A Complete Guide
- https://link.springer.com/book/10.1007/978-3-030-68317-7
About the Entourage Effect:
- https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3165946/
Pharmacokinetics, Safety, and Clinical Efficacy of Cannabidiol Treatment in Osteoarthritic Dogs
- https://www.frontiersin.org/articles/10.3389/fvets.2018.00165/full
AVMA: Randomized blinded controlled clinical trial to assess the effect of oral cannabidiol administration in addition to conventional antiepileptic treatment on seizure frequency in dogs with intractable idiopathic epilepsy:
- https://avmajournals.avma.org/view/journals/javma/254/11/javma.254.11.1301.xml
Safety and tolerability of escalating cannabinoid doses in healthy cats
- https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC8637357/
US Veterinarians' Knowledge, Experience, and Perception Regarding the Use of Cannabidiol for Canine Medical Conditions:
- https://www.frontiersin.org/articles/10.3389/fvets.2018.00338/full

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Join Yvonne Brandenburg, RVT, VTS SAIM and Jordan Porter RVT, LVT, VTS SAIM as we talk WITH:

Liz Hughston MEd., RVT, CVT, LVT, LVMT, VTS (SAIM)(ECC) about a sometimes taboo topic; Cannabis in Veterinary Medicine.

Question of the Week

Do you or your practice recommend CBD or cannabis in pets; how do you initiate the conversation, what kind of cases do you recommend it, and how does the conversation go?

Resources We Mentioned in the Show

Veterinary Cannabinoid Academy
- https://www.vetcannacademy.com/
Cannabis Therapy in Veterinary Medicine: A Complete Guide
- https://link.springer.com/book/10.1007/978-3-030-68317-7
About the Entourage Effect:
- https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3165946/
Pharmacokinetics, Safety, and Clinical Efficacy of Cannabidiol Treatment in Osteoarthritic Dogs
- https://www.frontiersin.org/articles/10.3389/fvets.2018.00165/full
AVMA: Randomized blinded controlled clinical trial to assess the effect of oral cannabidiol administration in addition to conventional antiepileptic treatment on seizure frequency in dogs with intractable idiopathic epilepsy:
- https://avmajournals.avma.org/view/journals/javma/254/11/javma.254.11.1301.xml
Safety and tolerability of escalating cannabinoid doses in healthy cats
- https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC8637357/
US Veterinarians' Knowledge, Experience, and Perception Regarding the Use of Cannabidiol for Canine Medical Conditions:
- https://www.frontiersin.org/articles/10.3389/fvets.2018.00338/full

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Join Yvonne Brandenburg, RVT, VTS SAIM and Jordan Porter RVT, LVT, VTS SAIM as we talk about:

We all know about heat stroke in dogs, but do we really? Do we know what is happening within the body after a pet experiences hyperthermia? We are going to find out!

Question of the Week

What was the most unusual case of heat stroke you have seen caused by?

Resources We Mentioned in the Show

Today’s Veterinary Practice: Heat Stroke in Dogs:
https://todaysveterinarypractice.com/emergency-medicine-critical-care/todays-technician-heatstroke-in-dogs/
DVM 360: Heat Stroke in Dogs:
https://www.dvm360.com/view/heat-stroke-diagnosis-and-treatment
Veterinary Emergency Group: Heat Stroke in Dogs:
https://veterinaryemergencygroup.com/blog/dog-heat-stroke/
VCA: Heat Strokes in Dogs:
https://vcahospitals.com/know-your-pet/heat-stroke-in-dogs

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Join Yvonne Brandenburg, RVT, VTS SAIM and Jordan Porter RVT, LVT, VTS SAIM as we talk about:

We all know about heat stroke in dogs, but do we really? Do we know what is happening within the body after a pet experiences hyperthermia? We are going to find out!

Question of the Week

What was the most unusual case of heat stroke you have seen caused by?

Resources We Mentioned in the Show

Today’s Veterinary Practice: Heat Stroke in Dogs:
https://todaysveterinarypractice.com/emergency-medicine-critical-care/todays-technician-heatstroke-in-dogs/
DVM 360: Heat Stroke in Dogs:
https://www.dvm360.com/view/heat-stroke-diagnosis-and-treatment
Veterinary Emergency Group: Heat Stroke in Dogs:
https://veterinaryemergencygroup.com/blog/dog-heat-stroke/
VCA: Heat Strokes in Dogs:
https://vcahospitals.com/know-your-pet/heat-stroke-in-dogs

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Join Yvonne Brandenburg, RVT, VTS SAIM and Jordan Porter RVT, LVT, VTS SAIM as we talk about:

Bone marrow biopsies and bone marrow aspirates: how to get them and why we use them as a diagnostic tool.

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Join Yvonne Brandenburg, RVT, VTS SAIM and Jordan Porter RVT, LVT, VTS SAIM as we talk about:

Bone marrow biopsies and bone marrow aspirates: how to get them and why we use them as a diagnostic tool.

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Join Yvonne Brandenburg, RVT, VTS SAIM and Jordan Porter RVT, LVT, VTS SAIM as we talk about:

Refeeding syndrome, how to diagnose and treat it.

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Join Yvonne Brandenburg, RVT, VTS SAIM and Jordan Porter RVT, LVT, VTS SAIM as we talk about:

Refeeding syndrome, how to diagnose and treat it.

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Join Yvonne Brandenburg, RVT, VTS SAIM and Jordan Porter RVT, LVT, VTS SAIM as we talk about:

Salmonella infections in dogs and cats.

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Salmonella infections in dogs and cats.

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More bacteria that causes chaos in the guts… but not always! Yep, this one may or may not affect the pets we see, but it is zoonotic so we should know about it!

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Resources We Mentioned in the Show

VCA: Campylobacter Infection In Dogs:
https://vcahospitals.com/know-your-pet/campylobacter-infection-in-dogs
CDC: Campylobacter in Pets
https://www.cdc.gov/campylobacter/pets.html
Merck Veterinary Manual: Enteric Campylobacteriosis:
https://www.merckvetmanual.com/digestive-system/enteric-campylobacteriosis/overview-of-enteric-campylobacteriosis

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More bacteria that causes chaos in the guts… but not always! Yep, this one may or may not affect the pets we see, but it is zoonotic so we should know about it!

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Resources We Mentioned in the Show

VCA: Campylobacter Infection In Dogs:
https://vcahospitals.com/know-your-pet/campylobacter-infection-in-dogs
CDC: Campylobacter in Pets
https://www.cdc.gov/campylobacter/pets.html
Merck Veterinary Manual: Enteric Campylobacteriosis:
https://www.merckvetmanual.com/digestive-system/enteric-campylobacteriosis/overview-of-enteric-campylobacteriosis

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We talk about the dreaded corona virus… but no, not COVID, Feline Corona Virus that we vaccinate for! Why do we vaccinate for it? Let us tell you.

Resources We Mentioned in the Show

Feline Enteric Coronavirus. Merck Manual. Alex Gallagher, DVM, MS, DACVIM (SAIM), Department of Small Animal Clinical Sciences, College of Veterinary Medicine, University of Florida. Last full review/revision Jun 2020 | Content last modified Oct 2020 Retrieved from https://www.merckvetmanual.com/digestive-system/diseases-of-the-stomach-and-intestines-in-small-animals/feline-enteric-coronavirus?query=coronavirus
Feline Coronavirus (FCoV) RT-PCR. Cornell University. https://www.vet.cornell.edu/animal-health-diagnostic-center/veterinary-support/disease-information/feline-coronavirus
Buonavoglia C, Decaro N, Martella V, Elia G, Campolo M, Desario C, Castagnaro M, Tempesta M. Canine coronavirus highly pathogenic for dogs. Emerg Infect Dis. 2006 Mar;12(3):492-4. doi: 10.3201/eid1203.050839. PMID: 16704791; PMCID: PMC3291441.https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3291441/

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Heartworm Disease in dogs and cats, how to diagnose and treat it.

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Feline Panleukopenia and how it's like Canine Parvo, but it is its own disease.

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Have you successfully treated Blastomycosis and let me know your protocol?

Resources We Mentioned in the Show

Feline panleukopenia. AVMA. Retrieved on 8-5-2022 from https://www.avma.org/resources-tools/pet-owners/petcare/feline-panleukopenia
Feline Panleukopenia: (Feline Infectious Enteritis, Feline Parvoviral Enteritis). Richard A. Squires, BVSc (Hons), PhD, James Cook University Retrieved on 8-5-2022 from https://www.merckvetmanual.com/generalized-conditions/feline-panleukopenia/feline-panleukopenia
Sykes JE. Feline Panleukopenia Virus Infection and Other Viral Enteritides. Canine and Feline Infectious Diseases. 2014:187–94. doi: 10.1016/B978-1-4377-0795-3.00019-3. Epub 2013 Aug 26. PMCID: PMC7151839. https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC7151839/

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The dreaded parvovirus. We learn all about how it causes chaos in the body and we even discuss the damage on a cellular level.

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Have you seen an adult parvo case?
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Resources We Mentioned in the Show

Merck Veterinary Manual:
https://www.merckvetmanual.com/digestive-system/diseases-of-the-stomach-and-intestines-in-small-animals/canine-parvovirus
AVMA:
https://www.avma.org/resources-tools/pet-owners/petcare/canine-parvovirus
Cornell:
https://www.vet.cornell.edu/departments-centers-and-institutes/baker-institute/our-research/canine-parvovirus
VCA
https://vcahospitals.com/know-your-pet/parvovirus-in-dogs

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The other fungus among us! But this one is everywhere, and when I say everywhere, I mean… everywhere! It attacks the nose, it does not favor one species, it is a beast!

Question of the Week

Have you seen a feline sino-orbital aspergillosis?

Resources We Mentioned in the Show

https://vcahospitals.com/know-your-pet/aspergillosis-in-dogs
https://www.merckvetmanual.com/generalized-conditions/fungal-infections/aspergillosis
https://veterinarypartner.vin.com/default.aspx?pid=19239&id=4952634
https://www.vet.cornell.edu/departments-centers-and-institutes/cornell-feline-health-center/health-information/feline-health-topics/aspergillosis

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More fungus! We talk about Valley Fever or coccidioidomycosis; this can affect the respiratory tract, skin, ocular, bones, and even the CNS.

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Have you seen ocular valley fever, what did it present like?
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Resources We Mentioned in the Show

https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/18762558/#:~:text=The%20dimorphic%20fungi%20Coccidioides%20immitis,frequently%20results%20in%20chronic%20cough.
https://veterinarypartner.vin.com/default.aspx?pid=19239&id=4952695
https://www.merckvetmanual.com/generalized-conditions/fungal-infections/coccidioidomycosis
https://vcahospitals.com/know-your-pet/coccidioidomycosis-in-dogs
https://health.ucdavis.edu/valley-fever/

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Veterinary Technician Case Reports
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If you ever wanted to hear what it's like at The ACVIM Forum we discuss the week and how much we love it (even if we are exhausted at the end of it!)

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Join Yvonne Brandenburg, RVT, VTS SAIM and Jordan Porter RVT, LVT, VTS SAIM as we talk about: * Blastomycosis, when we think of this we think of how it can affect the respiratory tract, but wait! That’s not all, it can form cutaneous lesions too?!?!

Question of the Week

Have you successfully treated Blastomycosis and let me know your protocol?
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Resources We Mentioned in the Show

VCA: Blastomycosis in Dogs:
https://vcahospitals.com/know-your-pet/blastomycosis-in-dogs
Merck Veterinary Manual: Fungal Infections, Blastomycosis
https://www.merckvetmanual.com/generalized-conditions/fungal-infections/blastomycosis

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When the immune system attacks DNA. That is right, I said DNA. But it doesn’t go around attacking ALL DNA. We discuss DLE and when the body attacks skin cells.

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Who is going to ACVIM 2022?
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Resources We Mentioned in the Show

VCA: Discoid Cutaneous Lupus Erythematosus:
https://vcahospitals.com/know-your-pet/discoid-cutaneous-lupus-erythematosus
VIN:
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When dermatology and internal medicine collide. We are discussing the autoimmune derm issue that is Pemphigus.

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Resources We Mentioned in the Show

Pemphigus 2008: Pathogenesis, Presentation, & Management ACVIM 2008 Danny W. Scott, DVM, DACVD https://www.vin.com/apputil/content/defaultadv1.aspx?pId=11262&catId=32563&id=3865432
Canine and feline pemphigus foliaceus: Improving your chances of a successful outcome https://www.dvm360.com/view/canine-and-feline-pemphigus-foliaceus-improving-your-chances-successful-outcome
Tham, H.L., Linder, K.E. & Olivry, T. Deep pemphigus (pemphigus vulgaris, pemphigus vegetans and paraneoplastic pemphigus) in dogs, cats and horses: a comprehensive review. BMC Vet Res 16, 457 (2020). https://doi.org/10.1186/s12917-020-02677-w
Almela, R., Chan, R. Review of Pemphigus Foliaceus in Dogs and Cats TVP Today’s Veterinary Practice (2020). https://todaysveterinarypractice.com/dermatology/review-of-pemphigus-foliaceus-in-dogs-and-cats/

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FelineEosinophilic Granuloma Complex or FEGC for short. This can affect the skin or the oral cavity, so lets take a dive into this immune issue.

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Have you seen FEGC recently and how did treatment go?
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Resources We Mentioned in the Show

Cornell: Feline Eosinophilic Granuloma Complex:
https://www.vet.cornell.edu/departments-centers-and-institutes/cornell-feline-health-center/health-information/feline-health-topics/eosinophilic-granuloma-complex
iCatCare: Eosinphilic Granuloma Complex:
https://icatcare.org/advice/eosinophilic-granuloma-complex/
Merck Veterinary Manual: Eosinophilic Granuloma Complex in Cats:
https://www.merckvetmanual.com/cat-owners/skin-disorders-of-cats/eosinophilic-granuloma-complex-in-cats
VIN:
https://veterinarypartner.vin.com/default.aspx?pid=19239&id=4951528
Merrill, L. (Ed.). (2012). Small Animal Internal Medicine for Veterinary Technicians and Nurses. Ames, Iowa: John Wiley & Sons.

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Feline Chronic Gingivostomatitis, or what we usually refer to as stomatitis. When the immune system attacks the gingiva and our patients need treatment, there're a few options.

Resources We Mentioned in the Show

An Update on Feline Chronic Gingivostomatitis. Lee, D. B; Verstraete, F. J.M.; Arzi, B. Vet Clin Small Anim 50 (2020) 973–982 Retrieved from https://doi.org/10.1016/j.cvsm.2020.04.002
Cornell “Gingivostomatitis” retrieved from https://www.vet.cornell.edu/departments-centers-and-institutes/cornell-feline-health-center/health-information/feline-health-topics/gingivostomatitis
Today Vet Practice article https://todaysveterinarypractice.com/dentistry/chronic-feline-gingivostamatitis-proven-therapeutic-approaches-new-treatment-optionsce-article/
Feline Grimace Scale App: https://www.felinegrimacescale.com/phone-app
VIN https://www.vin.com/apputil/content/defaultadv1.aspx?id=7054896&pid=12886&
Krumbeck JA, Reiter AM, Pohl JC, Tang S, Kim YJ, Linde A, Prem A, Melgarejo T. Characterization of Oral Microbiota in Cats: Novel Insights on the Potential Role of Fungi in Feline Chronic Gingivostomatitis. Pathogens. 2021; 10(7):904. https://doi.org/10.3390/pathogens10070904
Rodrigues, M.X., Fiani, N., Bicalho, R.C. et al. Preliminary functional analysis of the subgingival microbiota of cats with periodontitis and feline chronic gingivostomatitis. Sci Rep 11, 6896 (2021). https://doi.org/10.1038/s41598-021-86466-x https://www.nature.com/articles/s41598-021-86466-x
Silva M, Fernandes M, Fialho M, Mestrinho L. A Case Series Analysis of Dental Extractions’ Outcome in Cats with Chronic Gingivostomatitis Carrying Retroviral Disease. Animals. 2021; 11(11):3306. https://doi.org/10.3390/ani11113306
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The fungus that is among (some of) us. It can be found in ponds, swamps and bayous and does some nasty damage to our beloved dogs.

Question of the Week

Have you seen cutaneous pythiosis?

Resources We Mentioned in the Show

TAMU: Pythiosis Case Workup:
https://tvmdl.tamu.edu/2021/07/05/cutaneous-pythiosis-in-a-german-shepherd-dog/
VCA: Pythiosis in Dogs:
https://vcahospitals.com/know-your-pet/pythiosis-in-dogs
Linda Merrill, L. V. (2012). Small Animal Internal Medicine for Veterinary Technicians and Nurses. Ames: Wiley-Blackwell.

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Short Bowel Syndrome in Veterinary Patients. What happens when homeostasis is disrupted by removing a large amount of the intestine.

Resources We Mentioned in the Show

“Small Animal Internal Medicine For Veterinary Technicians and Nurses”, edited by Linda Merrill, LVT, VTS SAIM, CP https://imfpp.org/saimbook

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The ins and outs of the scoping process. That is right, we are discussing rigid scopes, flexible scopes, scope capsules, etc.

Resources We Mentioned in the Show

University of Florida, Small Animal Hospital College of Veterinary Medicine Retrieved from https://smallanimal.vethospital.ufl.edu/clinical-services/internal-medicine/endoscopy/
Endoscopic Equipment for the Veterinary Practitioner Julie Callahan Clark, DVM, DACVIM. Retrieved from https://todaysveterinarypractice.com/gastroenterology/endoscopic-equipment-for-the-veterinary-practitioner/
Non-Invasive Imaging Options for GI Health. Retrieved from https://vet.purdue.edu/news/new-camera-capsule-offers-veterinarians-non-invasive-imaging-options-for-gi-health.php
Capsule Endoscopy for GI Imaging. Julia Bates, EVM, DACVIM Retrieved from https://www.cliniciansbrief.com/article/capsule-endoscopy-gi-imaging

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Join Yvonne Brandenburg, RVT, VTS SAIM and Jordan Porter RVT, LVT, VTS SAIM as we talk about:

The big L word. Slow it down and say it; lymphangiectasia.

Question of the Week

Have you ever tried to use corn oil to identify lacteals?
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Resources We Mentioned in the Show

Brandenburg, Y.; Porter, J. (Host). (2022, January 25). Diarrhea: Large Bowel or Small Bowel? The Scoop on the #2. (No. 4) [Audio podcast episode]. In Internal Medicine For Vet Techs Podcast. Internal Medicine For Vet Techs. https://www.internalmedicineforvettechs.com/podcastshownotes/004-diarrhea-large-bowel-or-small-bowel-the-scoop-on-the-2
VIN:
https://veterinarypartner.vin.com/default.aspx?pid=19239&catId=102899&id=4951862
Wiley: Lymphangiectasia:
https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1002/9781119376293.ch75
Purdue:
https://www.addl.purdue.edu/Newsletters/2012/Fall/Canine.aspx

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The leaky guts that ensue with protein losing enteropathy. There is not only fluid that is lost outside the gut, but also large protein molecules. That is right; Albumin.

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Resources We Mentioned in the Show

Brandenburg, Y.; Porter, J. (Host). (2022, January 25). Diarrhea: Large Bowel or Small Bowel? The Scoop on the #2. (No. 4) [Audio podcast episode]. In Internal Medicine For Vet Techs Podcast. Internal Medicine For Vet Techs. https://www.internalmedicineforvettechs.com/podcastshownotes/004-diarrhea-large-bowel-or-small-bowel-the-scoop-on-the-2
DVM 360: Protein Losing Enteropathy
https://www.dvm360.com/view/care-dogs-with-protein-losing-enteropathy-proceedings

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All things saftey and handling. We want to extend our pets lives while also protecting ourselves.

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Resources We Mentioned in the Show

ACVIM Consensus: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC5980460/

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About Mast Cell Tumors in dogs and cats. How they present, how to diagnose, and how we can treat them.

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About the bladder and how cancer can affect it. It's not just an infection.

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Resources We Mentioned in the Show

VIN:
- https://veterinarypartner.vin.com/default.aspx?pid=19239&id=4951982
VSSO:
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- https://vsso.org/bladder-tumors-feline
Eclinpath.com

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Apocrine gland anal sac adenocarcinoma (AGASACA): definitely worth every patient having a rectal exam to find these early.

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Hemangiosarcoma: it's more than just a hemoabdomen and knowing where the tumor's coming from helps us with treatments and prognosis.

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Feline lymphoma. Cats are cats, and as such, Feline Lymphoma is not the same as Canine Lymphoma. We talk about how kitty cats present for lymphoma, especially GI lymphoma.

Resources We Mentioned in the Show

Feline Lymphoma https://www.cliniciansbrief.com/article/feline-lymphoma
Withrow and MacEwen's Small Animal Clinical Oncology
eClinpath.com
Texas A&M GI Lab: https://vetmed.tamu.edu/gilab/research/cobalamin-information/

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Canine multicentric lymphoma. You know, when you feel the dog, and you’re like “OH!” yeah that! We are talking about that!

Resources We Mentioned in the Show

Clinicians Brief: Canine Lymphoma
- https://www.cliniciansbrief.com/article/canine-lymphoma
Today’s Veterinary Nurse:
- https://todaysveterinarynurse.com/articles/canine-multicentric-lymphoma-an-overview/
Withrow and MacEwen's Small Animal Clinical Oncology
eClinpath.com

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Join Yvonne Brandenburg, RVT, VTS SAIM and Jordan Porter RVT, LVT, VTS SAIM as we talk with Our Guest this Week: Tasha McNerney, CVT, CVPP, VTS (Anesthesia)

Tasha is a CVT, certified veterinary pain practitioner, host of the Veterinary Anesthesia Nerds podcast, founder of the Veterinary Anesthesia Nerds who together with co-admins Darci Palmer and Stephen Cital put on the Veterinary Anesthesia Nerds conference happening in October of this year.

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What local block is your favorite, or which local block would you like to learn how to do?
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Resources We Mentioned in the Show

Anesthesia Nerds
- http://www.veterinaryanesthesianerds.com/
Anesthesia Nerds Podcast
- http://www.veterinaryanesthesianerds.com/podcast.html
Symposium
- http://www.veterinaryanesthesianerds.com/symposium.html
VTS Academy for anesthesia monitoring sheets
- https://www.vhma.org/cvpm-certification/documents-resources

To get in touch with Tasha email: vettektasha@gmail.com

Books: Manual of small animal regional anesthesia
https://www.amazon.com/Manual-Small-Animal-Regional-Anesthesia/dp/9505554656/ref=asc_df_9505554656/?tag=hyprod-20&linkCode=df0&hvadid=353812732445&hvpos=&hvnetw=g&hvrand=6152941425966919566&hvpone=&hvptwo=&hvqmt=&hvdev=c&hvdvcmdl=&hvlocint=&hvlocphy=9011280&hvtargid=pla-781052956680&psc=1&tag=&ref=&adgrpid=78235181744&hvpone=&hvptwo=&hvadid=353812732445&hvpos=&hvnetw=g&hvrand=6152941425966919566&hvqmt=&hvdev=c&hvdvcmdl=&hvlocint=&hvlocphy=9011280&hvtargid=pla-781052956680

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Sandy Gregory M Ed, RVT, VTS (Physical Rehabilitation), CCRA about how to help our patients in hospital with some rehab options and all things rehab.

Resources We Mentioned in the Show

American Association of Rehabilitation Veterinarians (AARV) http://rehabvets.org/
Academy of Physical Rehabilitation Veterinary Technicians (APRVT) https://www.aprvt.com/
Massage:
The Lang Institute for Canine Massage https://www.dogmassage.com/
Curacore https://curacore.org/vet/courses/medical-massage/
The Healing Oasis Wellness Center https://healingoasis.edu/

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Crystalloid and Colloid fluid therapy and we do medical math!

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Tabitha Kucera, RVT, CCBC, KPA-CTP! Look at all those initials. She is a master of behavior, so you guessed it… we are discussing behavior and calming patients.

Question of the Week

What behavior techniques do you want to learn more about.
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Resources We Mentioned in the Show

https://www.chirrupsandchatter.com/
Cooperative Veterinary Care
- https://www.amazon.com/Cooperative-Veterinary-Care-Alicea-Howell/dp/1119130522
Fear Free Certification
- https://fearfreepets.com/
Low Stress Handling
- https://lowstresshandling.com/

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Critical patient nursing care. We discuss patient comfort, nutrition, and much more.

Resources We Mentioned in the Show

Humm K, Kellett-Gregory L; Monitoring small animal patients in the intensive care unit; In Practice 2016;38:12-17.
Karalunas J.: 2015 April 1: Nursing Care in the ICU; https://www.dvm360.com/view/nursing-care-icu-proceedings
Merrill L.: Small Animal Internal Medicine for Veterinary Technicians and Nurses; 2012; Ames, IO; 84-85, 242, 453-483.

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The basics of nursing care from slow handling to IV catheter care, we may or may not soapbox a touch.

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Grain free diets with Ed. That is right, we aren’t actually talking diets, we are discussing dilated cardiomyopathy.

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Resources We Mentioned in the Show

Cardiology for Veterinary Technicians and Nurses. H. Edward Durham Jr. 30 June 2017.

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Join Yvonne Brandenburg, RVT, VTS SAIM and Jordan Porter RVT, LVT, VTS SAIM as we talk about:

Valve disease with Ed Durham once again, dropping the knowledge. We learn about all the things that can cause heart valves to malfunction as well as how to help.

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What else would you like to hear about within the cardio series?
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Cardiology for Veterinary Technicians and Nurses. H. Edward Durham Jr. 30 June 2017.

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This week, we are taking some time to spend with our families. So why not throw back to an episode about pancreatitis. We all know we are going to see that soon.

Happy Thanksgiving and thank you for listening.

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H. Edward Durham Jr., CVT, LATG, VTS (Cardiology) once again about the hole in the heart after a fetus is born, which we learn is truly a vessel hole and not a hole in the heart. Join us this week as we learn all about the Patent ductus arteriosus.

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Have you seen a reverse PDA?
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Resources We Mentioned in the Show

Cardiology for Veterinary Technicians and Nurses. H. Edward Durham Jr. 30 June 2017.

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Join Yvonne Brandenburg, RVT, VTS SAIM and Jordan Porter RVT, LVT, VTS SAIM as we talk about:

The big CHF, or congestive heart failure. We learn so much from this episode and Ed Durham, and hope everyone else does too.

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What large breed dogs have you seen with CHF?
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Resources We Mentioned in the Show

Cardiology for Veterinary Technicians and Nurses. H. Edward Durham Jr. 30 June 2017.
EPIC (Evaluation of Pimobendan In dogs with Cardiomegaly) Study: https://www.epictrial.com
Efficacy of pimobendan in the prevention of congestive heart failure or sudden death in Doberman Pinschers with preclinical dilated cardiomyopathy (the PROTECT Study): https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/23078651/

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Join Yvonne and Jordan as we slack this week due to Halloween. We decided to just catch up and discuss some scary cases we have seen since being in internal medicine.

Let us know something scary you have seen since working in vet med.

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Cardiology basics with the one and only H. Edward Durham Jr., CVT, LATG, VTS (Cardiology). Let's get our physical exam on. Want to know what you should be listening for? This episode is perfect for you.

Resources We Mentioned in the Show

"Basic Cardiac Anatomy and Physiology" by Nancy Braudis for OPENPediatrics - Bing video

Cardiology for Veterinary Technicians and Nurses. H. Edward Durham Jr. 30 June 2017.

Littmann Library of Sounds: http://www.3m.com/healthcare/littmann/mmm-library.html

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Join Yvonne Brandenburg, RVT, VTS SAIM and Jordan Porter RVT, LVT, VTS SAIM as we talk about:

National Veterinary Technician Week and thank all of you wonderful technicians. We also are celebrating our two year anniversary as we recap this past year and all the crazy we went through. We do have some special announcements made during this episode, so be sure to tune in.

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Cardiology basics with the one and only H. Edward Durham Jr., CVT, LATG, VTS (Cardiology). Time for part 2!!! So much cardio knowledge it needed two episodes!

Resources We Mentioned in the Show

"Basic Cardiac Anatomy and Physiology" by Nancy Braudis for OPENPediatrics - Bing video
Cardiology for Veterinary Technicians and Nurses. H. Edward Durham Jr. 30 June 2017.

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Cardiology basics with the one and only H. Edward Durham Jr., CVT, LATG, VTS (Cardiology). That's right people, we got a cardiology guru on for this series so you won’t want to miss it.

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Who is excited about our cardiology series??
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Resources We Mentioned in the Show

"Basic Cardiac Anatomy and Physiology" by Nancy Braudis for OPENPediatrics - Bing video
Cardiology for Veterinary Technicians and Nurses. H. Edward Durham Jr. 30 June 2017.

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Join Yvonne Brandenburg, RVT, VTS SAIM and Jordan Porter RVT, LVT, VTS SAIM as we talk about:

Well…. Not really about, but with…. This week we are joined by several other VTS’. This weeks episode includes none other than Liz Hughston RVT, CVT, LVT, VTS (SAIM) (ECC), Ann Wortinger BIS, LVT, VTS (ECC) (SAIM)(Nutrition), Elite Fear Free Certified Professional, Rebecca Walker, B.S., LVT, VTS Clinical Practice - Canine-Feline, Amanda Searles LVT, VTS (ECC), Liza Rudolph BAS, RVT, VTS (CP-CF) (SAIM), Chelsea Camiolo, BS, CVT, VTS (SAIM), Linda Merrill LVT, VTS (SA Internal Medicine) Emeritus (SA Clinical Practice).

I mean... come on, look at these amazing people.

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What is your veterinary goal, either personal or professional?
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Title of episode: 099 Leukemia: Canine Blood Cancer

Join Yvonne Brandenburg, RVT, VTS SAIM and Jordan Porter RVT, LVT, VTS SAIM as we talk about:

The other type of leukemia… but no, it is not like the feline version; remember that is a virus. Leuk stands for white, and emia stands for blood. That is right, this is a white blood cell disease.

Question of the Week

What is your experience with canine leukemia?
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Resources We Mentioned in the Show

VIN: Canine Leukemia:
- https://veterinarypartner.vin.com/default.aspx?pid=19239&catId=102899&id=4952613
EclinPath: Hematology; leukemia types:
- https://eclinpath.com/hematology/leukemia/leukemia-types

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Join Yvonne Brandenburg, RVT, VTS SAIM and Jordan Porter RVT, LVT, VTS SAIM as we talk about:

FATE… the acronym that makes us all cringe and slightly tear up. Feline Arterial Thromboembolism… cold paws that we just want to warm up.

Question of the Week

Have you ever seen the procedure where they remove the thrombus?
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Resources We Mentioned in the Show

Linda Merrill, L. V. (2012). Small Animal Internal Medicine for Veterinary Technicians and Nurses. Ames: Wiley-Blackwell.
Feline Aortic Thromboembolism (FATE or Saddle Thrombus). Wendy Brooks, DVM, DABVP. Date Published: 02/27/2012. Date Reviewed/Revised: 11/21/2019. https://veterinarypartner.vin.com/default.aspx?pid=19239&catId=102903&id=5307199.
Blood Clots and Aneurysms in Cats. By Suzanne M. Cunningham , DVM, DACVIM (Cardiology), Department of Clinical Sciences, Cummings School of Veterinary Medicine, Tufts University;Kursten V. Roderick , DVM, Tufts University. Last full review/revision Jul 2018 | Content last modified Aug 2018. https://www.merckvetmanual.com/cat-owners/heart-and-blood-vessel-disorders-of-cats/blood-clots-and-aneurysms-in-cats.

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Join Yvonne Brandenburg, RVT, VTS SAIM and Jordan Porter RVT, LVT, VTS SAIM as we talk about:

Feline leukemia virus AND feline immunodeficiency virus. Yvonne and I have even learned a few things during this episode.

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How old were you when you learned some of these facts about FIV?
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Resources We Mentioned in the Show

Client Handouts:
- https://catvets.com/guidelines/client-brochures
Cornell Veterinary Hospital:
- https://www.vet.cornell.edu/departments-centers-and-institutes/cornell-feline-health-center/health-information/feline-health-topics/feline-leukemia-virus
- https://www.vet.cornell.edu/departments-centers-and-institutes/cornell-feline-health-center/health-information/feline-health-topics/feline-immunodeficiency-virus-fiv
Merck Veterinary Manual:
- https://www.merck-animal-health-usa.com/condition/feline-leukemia

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Join Yvonne Brandenburg, RVT, VTS SAIM and Jordan Porter RVT, LVT, VTS SAIM as we talk about:

More blood disorders… or should I say, coagulation disorders. We are discussing deficiency within some of our patients’ clotting factors. Specifically Factor VIII, Factor IX, Factor XI, and Factor XII.

Question of the Week

What is your experience with Hemophilia? What did you use for treatment?
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Resources We Mentioned in the Show

EClinPath: Inherited Disorders. Coagulation:
- https://eclinpath.com/hemostasis/disorders/inherited-coagulation/

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Join Yvonne Brandenburg, RVT, VTS SAIM and Jordan Porter RVT, LVT, VTS SAIM as we talk about:

von Willebrand disease and how it can affect more than just Dobermans!

Question of the Week:

What are some breeds of dogs or cats you've seen vWB disease in?

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Join Yvonne Brandenburg, RVT, VTS SAIM and Jordan Porter RVT, LVT, VTS SAIM as we talk about:

DIC or Disseminated Intravascular Coagulation. Why it's scary in our veterinary patients.

Question of the week:

Tell us about your scariest DIC case. What underlying disease did your patient have?

Resources mentioned in the show:

E-Clin path: https://eclinpath.com/hemostasis/disorders/dic/
Veterinary Partner: https://veterinarypartner.vin.com/default.aspx?pid=19239&catId=102903&id=4952842
Cornell Veterinary Diagnostics Lab https://www.vet.cornell.edu/animal-health-diagnostic-center/laboratories/comparative-coagulation/clinical-topics/dic-and-thrombosis
Royal Canin CE by Yvonne and Jordan "Normal Cat Vomiting" There's no Such Thing: Registration Link https://zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_n7VKjZkSRhKMONFzlH0Ljg

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Join Yvonne Brandenburg, RVT, VTS SAIM and Jordan Porter RVT, LVT, VTS SAIM as we talk about:

Canine influenza. Flu season is coming up. Lets dive deep into the H3N8 and H3N2! Did you know where they originated from? You are about to find out.

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Did you have a better week than we did?
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Resources We Mentioned in the Show

Cornell Veterinary Diagnostics Lab: Canine Influenza testing:
- https://www.vet.cornell.edu/animal-health-diagnostic-center/testing/protocols/canine-influenza-virus
CDC: Canine flu
- https://www.cdc.gov/flu/other/canine-flu/keyfacts.html
AVMA: Canine influenza.
- https://www.avma.org/resources-tools/animal-health-and-welfare/canine-influenza

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Join Yvonne Brandenburg, RVT, VTS SAIM and Jordan Porter RVT, LVT, VTS SAIM as we talk about:

Canine and feline herpes virus. Amazingly enough, they are not similar processes at all! We learned a lot this episode, we hope you do too.

Question of the Week

What is your experience with canine herpes virus?
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Resources We Mentioned in the Show

Herpes Infections in Dogs. Wendy Brooks, DVM, DABVP. Date Published: 07/04/2005.https://veterinarypartner.vin.com/default.aspx?pid=19239&catId=102899&id=4952309
Herpesvirus Infection in Cats (Feline Viral Rhinotracheitis). By Krista Williams, BSc, DVM; Cheryl Yuill, DVM, MSc, CVH. Infectious Diseases, Medical Conditions, Pet Services. https://vcahospitals.com/know-your-pet/feline-herpesvirus-infection-or-feline-viral-rhinotracheitis

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Join Yvonne Brandenburg, RVT, VTS SAIM and Jordan Porter RVT, LVT, VTS SAIM as we talk about:

We are back at it after our short break. And we are diving into talking about Cat Scratch Disease, or best known as Bartonella.

Question of the Week

Do you have a personal experience with Bartonella?
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Resources We Mentioned in the Show

Merrill, L. (2012). Small Animal Internal Medicine for Veterinary Technicians and Nurses. Ames: Wiley - Blackwell.
Bartonella Infections in Cats. Mar 8, 2019. Lynn Guptill, DVM, PhD, DACVIM (SAIM). https://www.vetfolio.com/learn/article/bartonella-infections-in-cats
Information about Bartonella for veterinarians. https://www.cdc.gov/bartonella/veterinarians/index.html

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Join Yvonne Brandenburg and Jordan Porter as we discuss...... well actually, we are slacking this week and got wrapped up with... life. Sorry guys, but please listen to us talk about why we are slacking and how our lives are going.

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Join Yvonne Brandenburg, RVT, VTS SAIM and Jordan Porter RVT, LVT, VTS SAIM as we talk about:

We are discussing more bacteria. Mycoplasma is in the works this week. With special guests from Jordan’s puppies! Unintentionally of course, but they were very excited to talk about this infection that is more common in cats than dogs.

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Do you have any good resources for Mycoplasma?
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Resources We Mentioned in the Show

Merrill, L. (2012). Small Animal Internal Medicine for Veterinary Technicians and Nurses. Ames: Wiley - Blackwell.

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Join Yvonne Brandenburg, RVT, VTS SAIM and Jordan Porter RVT, LVT, VTS SAIM as we talk about:

The big four!!! Tick borne bacterial diseases; anaplasmosis, ehrlichia, lyme, and rocky mountain spotted fever, OH MY! Ever wonder how ticks transmit these diseases? Well you’re about to find out, prepare to get squiggy.

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Have you had a personal experience with one of these tick borne illnesses, like human experience.
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Resources We Mentioned in the Show

Canine Rocky Mountain Spotted Fever. Parasitology Compendium. July 2005 (Vol 27, No 7). Rochelle M. Low , DVM , Jennifer L. Holm , DVM , DACVECC
- https://www.vetfolio.com/learn/article/canine-rocky-mountain-spotted-fever
Rocky Mountain Spotted Fever in Dogs. (Rickettsia rickettsii Infection). Janet E. Foley , DVM, PhD, University of California, Davis.
- https://www.merckvetmanual.com/generalized-conditions/rickettsial-diseases/rocky-mountain-spotted-fever-in-dogs
Anaplasmosis. Becky Lundgren, DVM. Date Published: 04/08/2014.
- https://veterinarypartner.vin.com/default.aspx?pid=19239&id=6191808
Merrill, L. (2012). Small Animal Internal Medicine for Veterinary Technicians and Nurses. Ames: Wiley - Blackwell.

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Join Yvonne Brandenburg, RVT, VTS SAIM and Jordan Porter RVT, LVT, VTS SAIM as we talk about:

Leptospirosis!!! It can affect the kidneys, liver, CNS, and more! Tune in to find out the moist and dirty of this bacteria.

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Have you ever been exposed to lepto- needed to be tested?
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Resources We Mentioned in the Show

Merrill, L. (2012). Small Animal Internal Medicine for Veterinary Technicians and Nurses. Ames: Wiley - Blackwell.

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Join Yvonne Brandenburg, RVT, VTS SAIM and Jordan Porter RVT, LVT, VTS SAIM as we talk about:

Space Invaders in the thoracic cavity. We discuss pneumothorax, pyothorax, and chylothorax in our feline and canine patients.

Question of the Week:

What was the first space invader you saw in a veterinary patient?

Resources to learn more, labs, etc.

A clinical review of the pathophysiology, diagnosis, and treatment of pyothorax in dogs and cats. J Vet Emerg Crit Care (San Antonio). Jan-Feb 2015;25(1):113-29. doi: 10.1111/vec.12274. Epub 2015 Jan 13. https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/25582193/

Chylothorax. American College of Veterinary Surgeons. https://www.acvs.org/small-animal/chylothorax

Management of Chylothorax: Is There Any Hope? World Small Animal Veterinary Association World Congress Proceedings, 2015. E. Monnet https://www.vin.com/apputil/content/defaultadv1.aspx?id=7259154&pid=14365&

Merrill, L. (2012). Small Animal Internal Medicine for Veterinary Technicians and Nurses. Ames: Wiley - Blackwell.

Pleural Disease with Chest Tubes. World Small Animal Veterinary Association World Congress Proceedings, 2006. Theresa W. Fossum, DVM, PhD, DACVS. https://www.vin.com/apputil/content/defaultadv1.aspx?id=3858932&pid=11223

Pneumothorax. WSAVA 2002 Congress. Theresa W. Fossum, DVM, PhD, Diplomate ACVS. https://www.vin.com/apputil/content/defaultadv1.aspx?meta=&pId=11147&id=3846307

Pyothorax in Dogs and Cats Wendy Brooks, DVM, DABVP https://veterinarypartner.vin.com/default.aspx?pid=19239&catId=102899&id=4952287

Spontaneous Pneumothorax. American College of Veterinary Surgeons. https://www.acvs.org/small-animal/spontaneous-pneumothorax

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Join Yvonne Brandenburg, RVT, VTS SAIM and Jordan Porter RVT, LVT, VTS SAIM as we talk about:

ARI/ARDS which means; Acute Respiratory Injury/Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome. When inflammation starts in the body, sometimes it spreads like wildfire, including to the lungs. Managing these critical cases can be very difficult.

Question of the Week

Have you seen an ARDS patient? How did it go?
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Resources We Mentioned in the Show

Boysen, S. World Small Animal Veterinary Association World Congress Proceedings (2014). Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome. Retrieved from https://www.vin.com/apputil/content/defaultadv1.aspx?id=7054855&pid=12886
Ettinger, S. J., Feldman, E. C., Cote, Etienne. (2017). Textbook of Veterinary Internal Medicine (8 ed.). pp. 1120-1121. St. Louis: Elsevier.
Merrill, L. (2012). Small Animal Internal Medicine for Veterinary Technicians and Nurses. Ames: Wiley - Blackwell.
Silverstein, D., & Hopper, K. (2009). Small Animal Critical Care Medicine. Ch 24. St. Louis: Saunders - Elsevier.

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Join Yvonne Brandenburg, RVT, VTS SAIM and Jordan Porter RVT, LVT, VTS SAIM as we talk about:

Squished faces + stress = Brachycephalic Airway Obstruction Syndrome (BAOS) which, naturally, can lead to further and further problems. You know, because it is IM. We discussed this week when there is not enough room in a pet's head to adequately breathe, how that affects the rest of the body.

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What soapbox subject would you like us to talk about?
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Resources We Mentioned in the Show

Bonagura, J. D., & Twedt, D. C. (2014). Kirk's Current Veterinary Therapy (15 ed.). pp. 649-653. St. Louis: Elsevier
Merrill, L. (2012). Small Animal Internal Medicine for Veterinary Technicians and Nurses. Ames: Wiley - Blackwell.
Brachycephalic Syndrome. American College of Veterinary Surgeons. https://www.acvs.org/small-animal/brachycephalic-syndrome
Brachycephalic Airway Syndrome. VIN. World Small Animal Veterinary Association World Congress Proceedings, 2004. https://www.vin.com/apputil/content/defaultadv1.aspx?meta=Generic&pId=11181&id=3852317
Radiographic tracheal dimensions in brachycephalic breeds before and after surgical treatment for brachycephalic airway syndrome. Can Vet J. 2020 Sep; 61(9): 971–976. Retrieved from https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC7424946/

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Join Yvonne Brandenburg, RVT, VTS SAIM and Jordan Porter RVT, LVT, VTS SAIM as we talk about:

Pulmonary embolism, knowing if it's cardiogenic or not, and how to handle it.

Question of the Week

What are you looking forward to for the end of this year
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Resources We Mentioned in the Show

Bonagura, J. D., & Twedt, D. C. (2014). Kirk's Current Veterinary Therapy (15 ed.). pp. 705-710. St. Louis: Elsevier.
Merrill, L. (2012). Small Animal Internal Medicine for Veterinary Technicians and Nurses. Ames: Wiley - Blackwell.
Pulmonary Edema in Dogs. Merck Veterinary Manual. Retrieved from https://www.merckvetmanual.com/dog-owners/lung-and-airway-disorders-of-dogs/pulmonary-edema-in-dogs
Cardiogenic and Non-Cardiogenic Pulmonary Edema--Pathomechanisms and Causes. World Small Animal Veterinary Association World Congress Proceedings, 2010. VIN.com Retrieved from https://www.vin.com/apputil/content/defaultadv1.aspx?meta=Generic&pId=11310&catId=33744&id=4516320
Pulmonary edema (Proceedings) by Elizabeth Rozanski, DVM, DACVIM, DACVECC. DVM360. Retrieved from https://www.dvm360.com/view/pulmonary-edema-proceedings-0

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Pulmonary thromboembolism, or PTE as we call it. We get down into the lungs when clots go haywire and end up deep in the lungs, but cause some major problems for our patients.

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Resources We Mentioned in the Show

Bonagura, J. D., & Twedt, D. C. (2014). Kirk's Current Veterinary Therapy (15 ed.). pp. 705-710. St. Louis: Elsevier
Merrill, L. (2012). Small Animal Internal Medicine for Veterinary Technicians and Nurses. Ames: Wiley - Blackwell.
Merck Veterinary Manual: Respiratory System; Pulmonary Thromboembolism
- https://www.merckvetmanual.com/respiratory-system/respiratory-diseases-of-small-animals/pulmonary-thromboembolism-in-small-animals
VIN:
- vin.com/apputil/content/defaultadv1.aspx?id=7054600&pid=12886
Carol Reinero, Lance C. Visser, Heidi B. Kellihan, Isabelle Masseau, Elizabeth Rozanski, Cécile Clercx, Kurt Williams, Jonathan Abbott, Michele Borgarelli, Brian A. Scansen. J Vet Intern Med. 2020 Mar; 34(2): 549–573. Published online 2020 Feb 17. doi: 10.1111/jvim.15725.
- https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC2629428/
DVM360: Pulmonary Thromboembolism Proceedings:
- https://www.dvm360.com/view/pulmonary-thromboembolism-proceedings

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We are starting near the top of the respiratory system; the larynx. What is happening with the larynx when it decides it just wants to stop working, is it muscles or nerves? We get down and dirty, and even discuss surgical options for these cases. Who knew there were so many options?!

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Resources We Mentioned in the Show

Bonagura, J. D., & Twedt, D. C. (2014). Kirk's Current Veterinary Therapy (15 ed.). pp. 649-653. St. Louis: Elsevier
Merrill, L. (2012). Small Animal Internal Medicine for Veterinary Technicians and Nurses. Ames: Wiley - Blackwell.
Laryngeal Paralysis in Dogs and Cats. Kemp, Maureen H. Merck Manual Veterinary Manual Retrieved on 5/9/2021 from https://www.merckvetmanual.com/respiratory-system/laryngeal-disorders/laryngeal-paralysis-in-dogs-and-cats
Laryngeal Paralysis in Dogs. Brooks, Wendy. Veterinary Partner Retrieved on 5

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Upper and Lower airways and knowing the different parts and their functions of each.

Question of the Week

What respiratory disease would you like to hear more about?
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Resources We Mentioned in the Show

IMFPP Respiratory System
- https://www.internalmedicineforpetparents.com/respiratory.html
Canine and Feline Practice
- Stertor and Stridor: Book Author(s): Ryane E. Englar DVM, DABVP (Canine and Feline Practice) First published:03 July 2019 https://doi.org/10.1002/9781119414612.ch34
Merck Veterinary Manual: Respiratory
- https://www.merckvetmanual.com/respiratory-system
Overview of Respiratory Diseases of Small Animals :
- By Ned F. Kuehn , DVM, MS, DACVIM, Michigan Veterinary Specialists Content last modified Nov 2013 https://www.merckvetmanual.com/respiratory-system/respiratory-diseases-of-small-animals/overview-of-respiratory-diseases-of-small-animals
Heart and Lung Sounds: Good Auscultation British Small Animal Veterinary Congress
- 2008 Mike K. Holgate, BVetMed, CertVC, MRCVS Mike Holgate Cardiology Referrals Ltd Alsager, Stoke-on-Trent https://www.vin.com/apputil/content/defaultadv1.aspx?pId=11254&catId=32185&id=3862993
Magic School Bus Episode (Lung oxygen exchange at 10 minutes)
- https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8NPrAiTinNM

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We are doing a bit of a throw back this week, as we discussed how to stay healthy in the past, applying to physically and financially. Staying healthy in our difficult career. We discuss physical health, as well as financial wellbeing. These are all important topics and while we are not experts at all, we can offer a lot of resources to help stay healthy.

Question of the Week

What do you do to disconnect and keep yourself healthy?
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Resources We Mentioned in the Show

National Suicide Prevention Lifeline's Crisis Chat team:
- http://www.suicidepreventionlifeline.org/GetHelp/LifelineChat.aspx
- 1-800-273-8255
Vet Tech Cafe Episodes in May 2020
- Vet Tech Cafe - Joe Defulio episode,
- Vet Tech Taproom Episode 4
- Vet Tech Cafe - Beth Armstrong Episode
- Vet Tech Cafe - Kim Spelts Episode
- Vet Tech Taproom Episode 5
- https://vettechcafe.podbean.com/
‘When Caring Hurts: Dealing with Depression in Veterinary Medicine’. Melanie Codi LVT, CVT, VTS (Nutrition). Today’s Veterinary Nurse. JAN/FEB 2017, PERSONAL WELLBEING;
- https://todaysveterinarynurse.com/articles/when-caring-hurts-dealing-with-depression-in-veterinary-medicine/
‘7 Mental Health Resources for Veterinary Technicians’ Flavia Vaduva - May 6, 2019. Retrieved on 6/13/2020
- https://blog.vettechprep.com/7-mental-health-resources-for-veterinary-technicians
AVMA state well-being resource:
- https://www.avma.org/advocacy/state-local-issues/state-wellbeing-programs-veterinary-professionals
Physical health impacts mental wellbeing. AVMA
- https://www.avma.org/resources-tools/wellbeing/physical-health-impacts-mental-wellbeing
Occupational health hazards in veterinary medicine: Physical, psychological, and chemical hazards’. The Canadian Veterinary Journal by Tasha Epp and Cheryl Waldner. Can Vet J. 2012 Feb; 53(2): 151–157.
- https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3258828/
Arizona wellness resources:
- https://azvma.org/page/WellnessResources
'Five Simple Ways To Get And Stay Financially Healthy'. NJ Falk ForbesWomen. Apr 22, 2019.
- https://www.forbes.com/sites/njgoldston/2019/04/22/five-simple-ways-to-get-and-stay-financially-healthy/#4e0004f610de
'Why Your Financial Health Matters'. Eric Rosenberg, MBA and Cara Herbert. Self by INC.
- https://www.self.inc/blog/why-your-financial-health-important
‘Lowering Radiation Exposure in your Veterinary Practice’. Veterinary Practice News. June 14, 2019.
- https://www.veterinarypracticenews.com/lowering-radiation-exposure-in-your-veterinary-practice/#:~:text=Radiation%20exposure%20poses%20risk%20to%20veterinary%20staff&text=The%20result%20of%20radiation%20exposure,3%20potentially%20causing%20birth%20defects.
‘Cancer in the Veterinarians’. BMJ Journals.
- https://oem.bmj.com/content/57/5/289
‘Cancerous Agents Warrant Precautionary Strategies’. DVM360. October 1, 2001.
- https://www.dvm360.com/view/cancerous-agents-warrant-precautionary-strategies
‘Cancer in Veterinarians’. NCBI. 2000 May
- https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC1739954/
‘Occupational health and safety in small animal veterinary practice: Part I — Nonparasitic zoonotic diseases’. NCBI. 2002 Aug.
- https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC339409/
‘Zoonotic Diseases’. Merck Veterinary Manual. May 2015.
- https://www.merckvetmanual.com/public-health/zoonoses/zoonotic-diseases

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Seeking support for your mental health. We talk with the one and only, amazing, Liz Hughston MEd, RVT, CVT, VTS (SAIM, ECC)!!!! Not only is she a fabulous veterinary technician (I mean, look at all those initials), she is very insightful when it comes to the mental crisis within veterinary medicine, and how we can help. We discuss places we can seek help as well as what we can do to help others.
First: We are not mental health professionals. We recommend you seek the advice of your mental health professional or other qualified provider with any questions regarding your mental health.
We understand this may be a very sensitive subject, some of these conversations may be triggers for certain people.
If you are feeling suicidal, thinking of harming yourself, or are concerned that someone you know may be in danger of hurting himself or herself, call the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-TALK (1-800-273-8255) or visit your local emergency room.
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The information in this podcast episode is intended to help listeners learn about mental health and suicide prevention. It is for information purposes only. This episode should NOT be used as a substitute for medical advice, counseling, or other health-related services.

Question of the Week

When is a time that you struggled, and what did you do to pull yourself out of that struggle?
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Resources We Mentioned in the Show

AVMA QPR Training:
- https://www.avma.org/resources-tools/wellbeing/qpr-suicide-prevention-training
NOMVSS; Resources
- https://www.facebook.com/photo?fbid=10160245946530830&set=pcb.538820486880112
Certified Compassion Fatigue Professional:
- https://catalog.pesi.com/sales/bh_045740_ccfp_organic-16508
Mental Health First Aid:
- https://www.mentalhealthfirstaid.org
Veterinary Social Work: University of Tennessee:
- https://vetsocialwork.utk.edu
Employee Assistance Program: What is it?
- https://www.opm.gov/faqs/QA.aspx?fid=4313c618-a96e-4c8e-b078-1f76912a10d9&pid=2c2b1e5b-6ff1-4940-b478-34039a1e1174

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Mental Health: Resources
First: We are not mental health professionals. We recommend you seek the advice of your mental health professional or other qualified provider with any questions regarding your mental health.
We understand this may be a very sensitive subject, some of these conversations may be triggers for certain people.
If you are feeling suicidal, thinking of harming yourself, or are concerned that someone you know may be in danger of hurting himself or herself, call the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-TALK (1-800-273-8255) or visit your local emergency room.
The information in this podcast episode is intended to help listeners learn about mental health and suicide prevention. It is for information purposes only. This episode should NOT be used as a substitute for medical advice, counseling, or other health-related services.

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What other resources have you come across regarding mental wellbeing?
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Resources We Mentioned in the Show

NOMVSS
- Resources: https://www.facebook.com/photo?fbid=10160245946530830&set=pcb.538820486880112
AVMA
- https://www.avma.org/resources-tools/wellbeing
State organizations
Your veterinary practice
Your healthcare provider
Your “religion” ie church, synagogue, temple, etc.
What mental health resources are available? Medically reviewed by Timothy J. Legg, Ph.D., CRNP — Written by Jayne Leonard on September 28, 2020 retrieved on 4/4/2021 from https://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/mental-health-resources

Great article with a ton of resources:

https://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/mental-health-resources

The Antidote to Compassion Fatigue by Julie Squires, CCFS | Rekindle, LLC

https://todaysveterinarynurse.com/articles/the-antidote-to-compassion-fatigue/

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Mental Health: Taking Stock of Where You Are
First: We are not mental health professionals. We recommend you seek the advice of your mental health professional or other qualified provider with any questions regarding your mental health.
We understand this may be a very sensitive subject, some of these conversations may be triggers for certain people.
If you are feeling suicidal, thinking of harming yourself, or are concerned that someone you know may be in danger of hurting himself or herself, call the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-TALK (1-800-273-8255) or visit your local emergency room.
Text: HOME to 741741 in US and Canada or 85258 in UK, 50808 Ireland
The information in this podcast episode is intended to help listeners learn about mental health and suicide prevention. It is for information purposes only. This episode should NOT be used as a substitute for medical advice, counseling, or other health-related services.

Question of the Week

What are you doing to take stock in yourself mentally?
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Resources We Mentioned in the Show

AVMA: Wellbeing resources:
- https://www.avma.org/resources-tools/wellbeing
- https://www.avma.org/resources-tools/wellbeing/assess-your-wellbeing
Practice Life; How to Spot Team Burnout:
- https://www.practicelife.com/en/latest/how-to-spot-and-treat-team-burnout-from-covid-19/
DVM360: Compassion Fatigue:
- https://www.dvm360.com/view/compassion-fatigue-and-burnout-history-definitions-and-assessment?p=2
Vet Stickers: Check out this page!
- https://www.facebook.com/vetstickers/

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Mental Health: Understanding Burn Out, Compassion Fatigue, and Depression: Mental Health Series
First: We are not mental health professionals. We recommend you seek the advice of your mental health professional or other qualified provider with any questions regarding your mental health.
We understand this may be a very sensitive subject, some of these conversations may be triggers for certain people.
If you are feeling suicidal, thinking of harming yourself, or are concerned that someone you know may be in danger of hurting himself or herself, call the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-TALK (1-800-273-8255) or visit your local emergency room.
Text: HOME to 741741 in US and Canada or 85258 in UK, 50808 Ireland
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Question of the Week

What is something happy you have in vet med that helps with compassion satisfaction?
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Resources We Mentioned in the Show

Help Guide: Burnout Prevention and Recovery:
- https://www.helpguide.org/articles/stress/burnout-prevention-and-recovery.htm
Today's Veterinary Nurse: Antidote to Compassion Fatigue:
- https://todaysveterinarynurse.com/articles/the-antidote-to-compassion-fatigue/
Crisis Prevention: Compassion Fatigue Symptoms:
- https://www.crisisprevention.com/Blog/Compassion-Fatigue-Symptoms
Psychiatry: What is Depression?:
- https://www.psychiatry.org/patients-families/depression/what-is-depression
AVMA: Wellbeing Resources:
- https://www.avma.org/resources-tools/wellbeing
Practice Life: How to Spot and Treat Team Burnout from COVID 19:
- https://www.practicelife.com/en/latest/how-to-spot-and-treat-team-burnout-from-covid-19/

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Mental Health: Kicking Stigma Out of Veterinary Medicine; We get personal this week, get ready to hear us very raw.
First: We are not mental health professionals. We recommend you seek the advice of your mental health professional or other qualified provider with any questions regarding your mental health.
We understand this may be a very sensitive subject, some of these conversations may be triggers for certain people.
If you are feeling suicidal, thinking of harming yourself, or are concerned that someone you know may be in danger of hurting himself or herself, call the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-TALK (1-800-273-8255) or visit your local emergency room.
The information in this podcast episode is intended to help listeners learn about mental health and suicide prevention. It is for information purposes only. This episode should NOT be used as a substitute for medical advice, counseling, or other health-related services.

Question of the Week

Why is it important to remove the stigma? How have you dealt with it?
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Resources We Mentioned in the Show

How Should We Talk About Mental Health? December 18, 2013 Thu-Huong Ha.
- https://ideas.ted.com/how-should-we-talk-about-mental-health/
What is Mental Health?
- https://www.mentalhealth.gov/basics/what-is-mental-health
Maslow’s Hierarchy of Needs:
- https://www.simplypsychology.org/maslow.html#gsc.tab=0

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Deglutition is the action of swallowing. This means when food travels down the esophagus from the mouth down into the stomach. Well, with megaesophagus, there is a lack of movement from the esophagus and it becomes very dilated. Dive down the esophagus with us to get a clearer picture.

Question of the Week

Do you have a memorable patient that had megaesophagus? Post a picture for us, if you receive owner permission.
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Resources We Mentioned in the Show

VIN: Megaesophagus:
- https://veterinarypartner.vin.com/default.aspx?pid=19239&id=4951482
Merck Veterinary Manual: Digestive System Diseases of the Esophagus.
- https://www.merckvetmanual.com/digestive-system/diseases-of-the-esophagus-in-small-animals/dilatation-of-the-esophagus-in-small-animals
Bailey Chairs for patients with megaesophagus
- https://baileychairsdogsusa.com
- https://www.baileychairs4dogs.com
Linda Merrill, (2012). Small Animal Internal Medicine for Veterinary Technicians and Nurses. Ames: Wiley-Blackwell.

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Esophageal, small bowel, and large bowel stricturing. I know we are thinking of the typical stricturing, but this can mean anything that compresses the GI tract in a specific area. We talk about everything that encompasses stricturing.

Question of the Week

What is your experience with strictures? How did the patients do?
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Resources We Mentioned in the Show

John C. Rowe, Alice A. Huang, Jin Heo, Nolie K. Parnell, Adam J. Rudinsky, "Benign Duodenal Stricture Treated with Surgical Correction and Dietary Therapy in a Golden Retriever", Case Reports in Veterinary Medicine, vol. 2020, Article ID 4283175, 6pages, 2020. https://doi.org/10.1155/2020/4283175
- https://www.hindawi.com/journals/crivem/2020/4283175/
VIN: Esophageal Strictures of the Dog and Cat: Diagnosis and Treatment. Massimo Gualtieri, DVM, PhD. Professor of Surgery, Department of Veterinary Clinical Science, Surgery Unit, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, Via Celoria. Milan, Italy
- https://www.vin.com/apputil/content/defaultadv1.aspx?pId=11196&catId=30751&id=3854208
Merck Veterinary Manual: Digestive Diseases of the Esophagus.
- https://www.merckvetmanual.com/digestive-system/diseases-of-the-esophagus-in-small-animals/esophageal-strictures-in-small-animals

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Bleeding bowels??? Yet, only the large intestines this week are affected. We discuss possible causes, as well as how these patients may present.

Question of the Week

Have you seen any HGE or AHDS cases that needed intensive care, such as plasma transfusions? If so, what was the outcome?
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Resources We Mentioned in the Show

Linda Merrill, (2012). Small Animal Internal Medicine for Veterinary Technicians and Nurses. Ames: Wiley-Blackwell.
Merck Veterinary Manual: Digestive System Diseases, Diseases of the Stomach.
- https://www.merckvetmanual.com/digestive-system/diseases-of-the-stomach-and-intestines-in-small-animals/acute-hemorrhagic-diarrhea-syndrome-in-dogs

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There can be several causes for constipation. Yet, is it constipation, obstipation, or tenesmus. This week we learn the difference, and we get our wheels spinning to determine possible causes that would stop up our patients.

Question of the Week

What is the most interesting thing that you have seen causing constipation or manually extracted?
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Linda Merrill, (2012). Small Animal Internal Medicine for Veterinary Technicians and Nurses. Ames: Wiley-Blackwell.

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There is bleeding coming out of your patient? Where is it coming from? Is it the mouth, the small bowel, the large bowel, none of the above??? Why, what do you mean? What should we do?? Oh, we talk about all the things to determine where a patient is bleeding from.

Question of the Week

What was the most interesting “GI Bleeding” case you have seen?
- Leave a comment at https://imfpp.org/episode70

Resources We Mentioned in the Show

VIN: GI Tract Ulceration/Erosion and GI Bleeding, World Small Animal Veterinary Association World Congress Proceedings, 2011, Michael Willard, DVM, DACVIM, Texas A&M University, TX, USA
- https://www.vin.com/apputil/content/defaultadv1.aspx?pId=11343&id=5124305&print=1#:~:text=GI%20bleeding%20is%20not%20always,do%20not%20recognize%20as%20blood.
DVM360: Blood Loss Ulcer Erosions:
- https://www.dvm360.com/view/gi-blood-loss-ulcer-erosions-and-stuff-mimics-them-proceedings
Merck Veterinary Manual: Blood Loss Anemia.
- https://www.merckvetmanual.com/circulatory-system/anemia/blood-loss-anemia-in-animals

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One of Jordan’s favorite subjects! That is right, back to basics… good old anatomy and physiology of the gastrointestinal tract. Oh yeah baby, we talk layers, ducts, muscles, and all the things in between. Can you tell we're excited?

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More EXOCRINE function of the pancreas, not endocrine! We are talking the gastrointestinal disease of exocrine pancreatic insufficiency.

Question of the Week

Have you ever done the fecal radiology test to detect EPI?
- Leave a comment at https://imfpp.org/episode68

Resources We Mentioned in the Show

Merck Veterinary Manual. 2020 Oct. Exocrine Pancreatic Insufficiency in Dogs and Cats.
- https://www.merckvetmanual.com/digestive-system/the-exocrine-pancreas/exocrine-pancreatic-insufficiency-in-dogs-and-cats
DVM360. 2009 September 1. A Quick Review of Canine Exocrine Pancreatic Insufficiency.
- https://www.dvm360.com/view/quick-review-canine-exocrine-pancreatic-insufficiency

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Gross skin and even grosser… is that a word?.... Liver. This week we are working on the inside AND the outside of the body!

Question of the Week

Have you ever seen the “swiss cheese” appearance of a HCS liver? If so, were you aware of that differential when you saw it?
- Leave a comment at https://imfpp.org/episode67

Resources We Mentioned in the Show

Linda Merrill, (2012). Small Animal Internal Medicine for Veterinary Technicians and Nurses. Ames: Wiley-Blackwell.
Merck Veterinary Manual: Hepatocutaneous Syndrome in Small Animals: Sharon A. Center , BS, DVM, DACVIM, Department of Clinical Sciences, College of Veterinary Medicine, Cornell University
- https://www.merckvetmanual.com/digestive-system/hepatic-disease-in-small-animals/hepatocutaneous-syndrome-in-small-animals

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Join Yvonne Brandenburg, RVT, VTS SAIM and Jordan Porter RVT, LVT, VTS SAIM as we talk about:

Copper Storage Disease or Copper-associated Chronic Hepatitis, however you want to say it. Too much copper within the liver…. But what came first? Too much copper, or the liver disease that allows for too much copper????

Question of the Week

Have you seen Bedlington Terriers? If so, was it for copper storage disease?
- Leave a comment at https://imfpp.org/episode66

Resources We Mentioned in the Show

DVM360: Diagnosing and Treating Canine Copper Associated Hepatopathies:
- https://www.dvm360.com/view/diagnosing-and-treating-canine-copper-associated-hepatopathies
Tufts Veterinary: Copper-Associated Liver Disease in Dogs
- https://vetnutrition.tufts.edu/2017/10/copper-associated-liver-disease-in-dogs/
- Nutrient converter: https://vetnutrition.tufts.edu/2017/08/nutrient_converter/
VIN: Copper Storage Diseases:
- https://www.vin.com/apputil/content/defaultadv1.aspx?id=3859035&pid=11223

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Join Yvonne Brandenburg, RVT, VTS SAIM and Jordan Porter RVT, LVT, VTS SAIM and Brittany Laflen, RVT, VTS (Neurology) for the last time (for now…) as we talk about:

2M…. Does not just mean the two Ms in Masticatory Myositis… mind blown? Ours were too.

Question of the Week

How old were you when you realized what 2M stood for?
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Resources We Mentioned in the Show

Most Commonly Asked Questions about Masticatory Muscle Myositis: UC San Diego; Comparative Neuromuscular Laboratory:
- http://vetneuromuscular.ucsd.edu/cases/2010/January.html
Curtis W. Dewey (Editor), R. C. (2015). Practical Guide to Canine and Feline Neurology, 3rd Edition. Wiley-Blackwell.

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The big MG… we are talking Myasthenia Gravis. This is a special disease that can present with different initial complaints, you know, because its… internal medicine.

Question of the Week

Have you ever been a part of a Tensilon or Neostigmine test? If so, tell us about it?
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Resources We Mentioned in the Show

VIN: Myasthenia Gravis in Dogs and Cats, Wendy Brooks DVM, DAVBP.
- https://veterinarypartner.vin.com/default.aspx?pid=19239&id=4951980
Dogs with Megaesophagus, Bailey Chair.
- https://www.k9megaesophagus.com/

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The inflammation of the brain and beyond, oh yes, we are talking Meningitis, meningoencephalitis, meningoencephalomyelitis; OH MY!!!!

Question of the Week

What’s your experience with meningitis? Any cool stories?
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Resources We Mentioned in the Show

American Association of Neurological Surgeons:
- https://www.aans.org/en/Patients/Neurosurgical-Conditions-and-Treatments/Anatomy-of-the-Brain
Berkeley: The nervous System
- https://mcb.berkeley.edu/courses/mcb135e/nervous.html; https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK279390/
Linda Merrill, (2012). Small Animal Internal Medicine for Veterinary Technicians and Nurses. Ames: Wiley-Blackwell.
Colville, T., Bassert, J. (2016). Clinical Anatomy and Physiology for Veterinary Technicians. St. Louis: Mosby, Inc.

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Happy New Years Week!
We're dipping into our vault this week and reliving Episode 21 our Hematology Kickoff: Back to Basics.

We hope you enjoy reliving our first hematology episode as Jordan and Yvonne take a two week break.

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HAPPY HOLIDAYS!

We are going back in time for the holidays and re-releasing some of our favorite episodes.

We take a look back ourselves and discuss all the changes made since we originally recorded this episode and have our usual banter and then go back into our pain management episode!

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Join Yvonne Brandenburg, RVT, VTS SAIM and Jordan Porter RVT, LVT, VTS SAIM as we talk about:

When toxins circulate too long due to liver dysfunction, what happens to the brain?? We discuss this in detail with our wonderful guest Brittany Laflen RVT, VTS (Neuro).

Question of the Week

What breed was you first HE case?
- Leave a comment at https://imfpp.org/episode62

Resources We Mentioned in the Show

University of Minnesota:
- https://gut.bmj.com/content/gutjnl/21/4/318.full.pdf
VIN: Hepatic Encephalopathy in Dogs and Cats
- https://www.vin.com/apputil/content/defaultadv1.aspx?pId=11343&catId=34569&id=5124403
- https://www.vin.com/apputil/content/defaultadv1.aspx?id=3861464&pid=11243&print=1
Merck Veterinary Manual:
- https://www.merckvetmanual.com/digestive-system/hepatic-disease-in-small-animals/hepatic-encephalopathy-in-small-animals
- https://www.merckvetmanual.com/digestive-system/hepatic-disease-in-small-animals/portosystemic-vascular-malformations-in-small-animals
American College of Veterinary Surgery:
- https://www.acvs.org/small-animal/portosystemic-shunts

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Join Yvonne Brandenburg, RVT, VTS SAIM and Jordan Porter RVT, LVT, VTS SAIM AND Brittany Laflen, RVT, VTS Neurology as we talk about:

Seizures! All different types. Did you know… seizures are a disease, but a symptom of forebrain disease! Oh, well you are about to learn all about it.

Question of the Week

What is your experience with seizures?
- Leave a comment at https://imfpp.org/episode61

Resources We Mentioned in the Show

Star gazing in a dog: Atypical manifestation of upper gastrointestinal disease:
- https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4204840/
Prospective medical evaluation of 7 dogs presented with fly biting
- https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3500118/

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Join Yvonne Brandenburg, RVT, VTS SAIM and Jordan Porter RVT, LVT, VTS SAIM AND Brittany Laflen, RVT, VTS Neurology as we talk about:

The basics of the nervous system. We enlisted some help for this episode from none other than a VTS in neurology. Let’s dive into the CNS and peripheral nervous system.

Question of the Week

What neuro disease are you most looking forward to learning about?
- Leave a comment at https://imfpp.org/episode60

Resources We Mentioned in the Show

Berkeley: The nervous System
- https://mcb.berkeley.edu/courses/mcb135e/nervous.html;
How does the nervous system work?
- https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK279390/
Zebra Fish Brain
- https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eKkaYDTOauQ
Linda Merrill, (2012). Small Animal Internal Medicine for Veterinary Technicians and Nurses. Ames: Wiley-Blackwell.
Colville, T., Bassert, J. (2016). Clinical Anatomy and Physiology for Veterinary Technicians. St. Louis: Mosby, Inc.

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Join Yvonne Brandenburg, RVT, VTS SAIM and Jordan Porter RVT, LVT, VTS SAIM as we talk about:

When endocrine and neurology combine! There is a catecholamine explosion. Epinephrine, norepinephrine, and dopamine; OH MY! Oh yes, you guessed what we are talking about, the small tumor that is a pheochromocytoma.

Question of the Week

Have you ever seen a pheochromocytoma?
- Leave a comment at https://imfpp.org/episode59

Resources We Mentioned in the Show

Purdue Newsletter: Canine Pheochromocytoma
- https://www.addl.purdue.edu/newsletters/2007/Spring/CP.htm
Merck Veterinary Manual: Endocrine System, Neuroendocrine Tumors:
- https://www.merckvetmanual.com/endocrine-system/neuroendocrine-tumors/pheochromocytomas
Marshfield Labs:
- https://www.marshfieldlabs.org/sites/ltrm/Human/Pages/22190.aspx#PerformingTab
Linda Merrill, (2012). Small Animal Internal Medicine for Veterinary Technicians and Nurses. Ames: Wiley-Blackwell.
Colville, T., Bassert, J. (2016). Clinical Anatomy and Physiology for Veterinary Technicians. St. Louis: Mosby, Inc.

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Join Yvonne Brandenburg, RVT, VTS SAIM and Jordan Porter RVT, LVT, VTS SAIM as we talk about:

Elevated calcium levels within our patient’s bodies. How does this happen? What does calcium do in the body? What regulates blood calcium levels? We discuss it all!

Question of the Week

Have you seen more primary or secondary hyperparathyroidism cases?
Leave a comment at https://imfpp.org/episode58

Resources We Mentioned in the Show

Linda Merrill, (2012). Small Animal Internal Medicine for Veterinary Technicians and Nurses. Ames: Wiley-Blackwell.
Colville, T., Bassert, J. (2016). Clinical Anatomy and Physiology for Veterinary Technicians. St. Louis: Mosby, Inc.
DVM360: Parathyroid disease in Dogs and Cats:
- https://www.dvm360.com/view/parathyroid-diseases-dogs-and-cats-proceedings
Kidney.org: Secondary Hyperparathyroidism
- https://www.kidney.org/atoz/content/secondary-hyperparathyroidism
Merck Veterinary Manual: Endocrine system, parathyroid gland.
- https://www.merckvetmanual.com/endocrine-system/the-parathyroid-glands-and-disorders-of-calcium-metabolism/hypercalcemia-in-dogs-and-cats#v3271170
Michigan State University Endocrinology Form:
- https://cvm.msu.edu/assets/documents/VDL/Submittal-Endocrinology-Fillable.pdf
VIN: Hypercalcemia in canines:
- https://veterinarypartner.vin.com/default.aspx?pid=19239&id=4952098
AHA Journals: Handling Calcium Levels:
- https://www.ahajournals.org/doi/10.1161/circep.107.754788

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Title of episode: 057 Canine Hypothyroidism: Alopecia, Weight Gain, and Lethargy

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Weight gain, lethargy, poor hair coat; oh my!!! What happens to the body when the thyroid doesn’t feel like getting off the couch to open the door? Oh yes, you will understand very soon. We are talking hypothyroidism from the inside out.

Question of the Week

Have you ever seen a hypothyroid FELINE? If so, what were the symptoms, how did you treat, what was the outcome?
- Leave a comment at https://imfpp.org/episode57

Resources We Mentioned in the Show

Linda Merrill, (2012). Small Animal Internal Medicine for Veterinary Technicians and Nurses. Ames: Wiley-Blackwell.
Colville, T., Bassert, J. (2016). Clinical Anatomy and Physiology for Veterinary Technicians. St. Louis: Mosby, Inc.

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Join Yvonne Brandenburg, RVT, VTS SAIM and Jordan Porter RVT, LVT, VTS SAIM as we talk about:

Felines and over-active thyroid glands! These hyper glands can do crazy things to the body, more than you were probably aware of. We discuss the normal job of the thyroid gland, and what can go wrong when they produce too much hormone.

Question of the Week

Has anyone been involved in a Scintigraphy procedure?
- Leave a comment at https://imfpp.org/episode56

Resources We Mentioned in the Show

Linda Merrill, (2012). Small Animal Internal Medicine for Veterinary Technicians and Nurses. Ames: Wiley-Blackwell.
Colville, T., Bassert, J. (2016). Clinical Anatomy and Physiology for Veterinary Technicians. St. Louis: Mosby, Inc.

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Join Yvonne Brandenburg, RVT, VTS SAIM and Jordan Porter RVT, LVT, VTS SAIM as we talk about:

The other diabetes! We are discussing the pituitary gland, and when the antidiuretic hormone (ADH) is not able to function how it is supposed to, what is happening inside the body, and how it affects our patients.

Question of the Week

Have you ever seen a DI case, was it a dog or cat, what breed?
- Leave a comment at https://imfpp.org/episode55

Resources We Mentioned in the Show

Linda Merrill, L. V. (2012). Small Animal Internal Medicine for Veterinary Technicians and Nurses. Ames: Wiley-Blackwell.
Bassert, T. C. (2002). Clinical Anatomy and Physiology for Veterinary Technicians. St. Louis: Mosby, Inc.
Merck Veterinary Manual:
- https://www.merckvetmanual.com/endocrine-system/the-pituitary-gland/diabetes-insipidus-in-animals
- https://www.merckmanuals.com/professional/genitourinary-disorders/renal-transport-abnormalities/nephrogenic-diabetes-insipidus
- https://www.merckmanuals.com/professional/endocrine-and-metabolic-disorders/pituitary-disorders/central-diabetes-insipidus

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Join Yvonne Brandenburg, RVT, VTS SAIM and Jordan Porter RVT, LVT, VTS SAIM as we talk about:

Immune Mediated Polyarthritis IMPA diagnosis, treatments, and the importance of client education.

Question of the Week

What are some tools we can provide you to help with managing an IMPA patient?

Resources to learn more, labs, etc.

https://www.merckvetmanual.com/musculoskeletal-system/arthropathies-and-related-disorders-in-small-animals/immune-mediated-arthritis-in-small-animals
https://www.internalmedicineforpetparents.com/impa.html
Linda Merrill, L. V. (2012). Small Animal Internal Medicine for Veterinary Technicians and Nurses. Ames: Wiley-Blackwell.
‘Canine immune-mediated polyarthritis: Clinical and laboratory findings in 83 cases in western Canada (1991–2001)’ The Canadian Veterinary Journal. Jason W. Stull, Michelle Evason, Anthony P. Carr, and Cheryl Waldner. Can Vet J. 2008 Dec; 49(12): 1195–1203 Retrieved on 10/19/2020 from https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC2583415/

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It's our 1 year anniversary, or our first birthday! And we're looking back at some of the amazing things that have happened over the last year. We talk about the most popular episodes, and get well wishes from some fans.

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In this bonus episode, we catch up with our friends from Vet Tech Cafe, Two Vets Talk Pets, Vet Anesthesia Nerds, and Radio Vet Nurse.

We touch on how COVID has changed the veterinary industry since we last talked. We discuss how we think COVID may effect the future of veterinary medicine and how our patients may react. We also discuss Veterinary Technician Week and Veterinary Nurses Day. Do you want celebration ideas? We talk them!

If you have not listened to our amazing friends, please have a listen:

https://vettechcafe.podbean.com

https://www.veterinaryanesthesianerds.com

https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/veterinary-anesthesia-nerds/id1493232245

https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/two-vets-talk-pets/id1360813259

https://www.radiovetnurse.com

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Join Yvonne Brandenburg, RVT, VTS SAIM and Jordan Porter RVT, LVT, VTS SAIM as we talk about:

Part 2 of our IMHA and IMTP episodes. This week we are diving into diagnostics, treatment, and our favorite; CLIENT COMMUNICATION! We discuss what to look for when managing these patients, and how to prepare clients for managing these pets at home.
For our 1 year episode. Must be in by October 11th! We’d love to hear from you! Leave us a message at 925-579-1216 and we’ll play you on the show!
Sunday Oct 11th at 8:30a PST: Platelet Count Webinar
Monday October 12th 10a PST/ 12p CST Royal Canin Webinar 1 hour RACE approved webinar Upping Your Tech Game: Being A Rock Star Tech register at: http://imfpp.org/rcregistration
For a list of current webinars go to http://imfpp.org/webinar
Vet Tech Appreciation Week Poster: got to https://www.internalmedicineforvettechs.com/vet-tech-appreciation-week.html and download a copy to share!

Question of the Week

What is your experience with IMHA/IMTP or Evans?
- Leave a comment at https://imfpp.org/episode52

Resources We Mentioned in the Show

Bistner, S. I., Ford, R. B., & Raffe, M. R. (2000). Kirk and Bistner's Handbook of Veterinary Procedures and Emergency Treatment (7th ed.). Philadelphia, Pennsylvania: W. B. Saunders Company.
Brandenburg, Y. (2017). Evans Syndrome: A Technician's Role. ACVIM. National Harbor: American College of Veterinary Internal Medicine. For a copy go to https://imfpp.org/ACVIM2017
Brooks, M. B., & Catalfamo, J. L. (2010). Chapter 189 Immune-Mediated Thrombocytopenia, von Willebrand Disease, and Platelet Disorders. In S. J. Ettinger, Textbook of Veterinary Internal Medicine Disease of the Dog and the Cat (7th ed., Vol. 1, pp. 772-783). St. Louis, Missouri: Sounders Elsevier.
e-Clin Path. Hematology » Anemia » Mechanisms. (2020, September 27). Retrieved from https://eclinpath.com/hematology/anemia/mechanisms-of-anemia/
Garcia, J., & South-Bodiford, R. (2012). Chapter 7 Hematology. In L. Merrill, Small Animal Internal Medicine for Veterinary Technicians and Nurses (pp. 161-192). Danvers, Massachusetts: Blackwell Publishing.
Immune Mediated Hemolytic Anemia in Dogs IMHA. (2017). Retrieved February 10, 2020, from Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/6228146980/
Immune Mediated Hemolytic Anemia in Dogs (IMHA). (2017, 12 6). Retrieved from Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/6228146980
Immune-Mediated Thrombocytopenia (IMT)~Canine Immune Disorders~Blood Clots. (2017, 12 6). Retrieved from Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/ImmMediatedThrombocytopeniaCanineImmuneDisorders/
Internal Medicine For Vet Techs. (2020, February 10). Retrieved from Technician Treasure Trove: https://imfpp.org/treasuretrove
Johnson, V., & Dow, S. (2014). Chapter 60 Management of Immune-Mediated Hemolytic Anemia in Dogs. In J. D. Bongura, & D. C. Twedt, Kirk's Current Veterinary Therapy (XV ed., pp. 275-279). St. Louis, Missouri: Elsevier.
Mackin, A. (2016). Immunosuppressive Therapy in Dogs and Cats: Recent Drug Development. 2016 ACVIM Forum (pp. 1113-1117). Denver: American College of Veterinary Internal Medicine.
Mitchell, K., & Kruth, S. (2010). Chapter 188 Immune-Mediated Hemolytic Anemia and Other Regenerative Anemias. In S. J. Ettinger, Textbook of Veterinary Internal Medicine Diseases of the Dog and the Ca (7th ed., Vol. 1, pp. 761-772). St. Louis, Missouri: Saunders Elsevier.
Mitchell, K., & Kruth, S. (2010). Chapter 188 Immune-Mediated Hemolytic Anemia and Other Regenerative Anemias. In S. J. Ettinger, Textbook of Veterinary Internal Medicine Diseases of the Dog and the Ca (7th ed., Vol. 1, pp. 761-772). St. Louis, Missouri: Saunders Elsevier.
Nakamura, R. K., Tompkins, E., & Bianco, D. (2012, January 25). Therapeutic Options For Immune-Mediated Thrombocytopenia. Journal of Veterinary Emergency and Critical Care, 22(1), 59-72. doi:10.1111/j.1476-4431.2011.00705.x
Neel, J. A., Birkenheuer, A. J., & Grindem, C. B. (2014). Chapter 61 Thrombocytopenia. In J. D. Bonagura, & D. C. Twedt, Kirk's Current Veterinary Therapy (Vol. XV, pp. 280-286). St. Louis, Missouri: Elsevier.
Norton, A., & Roberts, I. (2005). Management of Evans Syndrome. British Journal of Haematology, 125-137. doi:10.1111/j.1365-2141.2005.05809.x
Pharmacology Laboratory. (2014). Retrieved from Mississippi State University College of Veterinary Medicine: http://www.cvm.msstate.edu/animal-health-center/pharmacodynamic-laboratory
Plumb, D. (2011). Plumb's Veterinary Drug Handbook (7th ed.). Stockholm, Wisconsin: Wiley-Blackwell.
Thomason, J. D., & Calvert, C. A. (2012). Chapter 5 Thrombotic Disorders in Small Animal Medicine. In L. Merrill, Small Animal Internal Medicine for Veterinary Technicians and Nurses (pp. 127-135). Danvers, Massachusetts: Blackwell Publishing.
West, L. D., & Hart, J. R. (2014). Treatment of Idiopathic Immune-Mediated Hemolytic Anemia with Mycophenolate Mofetil in Five Dogs. Journal of Veterinary Emergency and Critical Care, 24(2), 226-231. doi:10.1111/vec.12121
Listen to episodes
- 50 Immune System: When the Body Attacks
- 21 Hematology Kickoff: Back to Basics
- 22 RBC’s Anemia to Polycythemia
- 23 Coag’s Balancing Hemostasis
Website references:
- https://www.internalmedicineforpetparents.com/imha.html
- https://www.internalmedicineforpetparents.com/imtp.html

Thanks so much for tuning in. Join us again next week for another episode!

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Join the Internal Medicine For Vet Techs Membership to earn and keep track of your continuing education hours as you get your learn on!

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Join Yvonne Brandenburg, RVT, VTS SAIM and Jordan Porter RVT, LVT, VTS SAIM as we talk about:

We are scraping the surface when discussing immune mediated hemolytic anemia and immune mediated thrombocytopenia. We are discussing common symptoms we see when these patients present.
For our 1 year episode. Must be in by October 11th! We’d love to hear from you! Leave us a message at 925-579-1216 and we’ll play you on the show!
Sunday Oct 11th at 8:30a PST: Platelet Count Webinar
Monday October 12th 10a PST/ 12p CST Royal Canin Webinar 1 hour RACE approved webinar Upping Your Tech Game: Being A Rock Star Tech register at: http://imfpp.org/rcregistration
For a list of current webinars go to http://imfpp.org/webinar
Vet Tech Appreciation Week Poster: got to https://www.internalmedicineforvettechs.com/vet-tech-appreciation-week.html and download a copy to share!

Question of the Week

What do you like or dislike about IMHA or IMTP, or have you never had the pleasure of managing one of these cases?
- Leave a comment at https://imfpp.org/episode51

Resources We Mentioned in the Show

Bistner, S. I., Ford, R. B., & Raffe, M. R. (2000). Kirk and Bistner's Handbook of Veterinary Procedures and Emergency Treatment (7th ed.). Philadelphia, Pennsylvania: W. B. Saunders Company.
Brandenburg, Y. (2017). Evans Syndrome: A Technician's Role. ACVIM. National Harbor: American College of Veterinary Internal Medicine. For a copy go to https://imfpp.org/ACVIM2017
Brooks, M. B., & Catalfamo, J. L. (2010). Chapter 189 Immune-Mediated Thrombocytopenia, von Willebrand Disease, and Platelet Disorders. In S. J. Ettinger, Textbook of Veterinary Internal Medicine Disease of the Dog and the Cat (7th ed., Vol. 1, pp. 772-783). St. Louis, Missouri: Sounders Elsevier.
e-Clin Path. Hematology » Anemia » Mechanisms. (2020, September 27). Retrieved from https://eclinpath.com/hematology/anemia/mechanisms-of-anemia/
Garcia, J., & South-Bodiford, R. (2012). Chapter 7 Hematology. In L. Merrill, Small Animal Internal Medicine for Veterinary Technicians and Nurses (pp. 161-192). Danvers, Massachusetts: Blackwell Publishing.
Immune Mediated Hemolytic Anemia in Dogs IMHA. (2017). Retrieved February 10, 2020, from Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/6228146980/
Immune Mediated Hemolytic Anemia in Dogs (IMHA). (2017, 12 6). Retrieved from Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/6228146980
Immune-Mediated Thrombocytopenia (IMT)~Canine Immune Disorders~Blood Clots. (2017, 12 6). Retrieved from Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/ImmMediatedThrombocytopeniaCanineImmuneDisorders/
Internal Medicine For Vet Techs. (2020, February 10). Retrieved from Technician Treasure Trove: https://imfpp.org/treasuretrove
Johnson, V., & Dow, S. (2014). Chapter 60 Management of Immune-Mediated Hemolytic Anemia in Dogs. In J. D. Bongura, & D. C. Twedt, Kirk's Current Veterinary Therapy (XV ed., pp. 275-279). St. Louis, Missouri: Elsevier.
Mackin, A. (2016). Immunosuppressive Therapy in Dogs and Cats: Recent Drug Development. 2016 ACVIM Forum (pp. 1113-1117). Denver: American College of Veterinary Internal Medicine.
Mitchell, K., & Kruth, S. (2010). Chapter 188 Immune-Mediated Hemolytic Anemia and Other Regenerative Anemias. In S. J. Ettinger, Textbook of Veterinary Internal Medicine Diseases of the Dog and the Ca (7th ed., Vol. 1, pp. 761-772). St. Louis, Missouri: Saunders Elsevier.
Mitchell, K., & Kruth, S. (2010). Chapter 188 Immune-Mediated Hemolytic Anemia and Other Regenerative Anemias. In S. J. Ettinger, Textbook of Veterinary Internal Medicine Diseases of the Dog and the Ca (7th ed., Vol. 1, pp. 761-772). St. Louis, Missouri: Saunders Elsevier.
Nakamura, R. K., Tompkins, E., & Bianco, D. (2012, January 25). Therapeutic Options For Immune-Mediated Thrombocytopenia. Journal of Veterinary Emergency and Critical Care, 22(1), 59-72. doi:10.1111/j.1476-4431.2011.00705.x
Neel, J. A., Birkenheuer, A. J., & Grindem, C. B. (2014). Chapter 61 Thrombocytopenia. In J. D. Bonagura, & D. C. Twedt, Kirk's Current Veterinary Therapy (Vol. XV, pp. 280-286). St. Louis, Missouri: Elsevier.
Norton, A., & Roberts, I. (2005). Management of Evans Syndrome. British Journal of Haematology, 125-137. doi:10.1111/j.1365-2141.2005.05809.x
Pharmacology Laboratory. (2014). Retrieved from Mississippi State University College of Veterinary Medicine: http://www.cvm.msstate.edu/animal-health-center/pharmacodynamic-laboratory
Plumb, D. (2011). Plumb's Veterinary Drug Handbook (7th ed.). Stockholm, Wisconsin: Wiley-Blackwell.
Thomason, J. D., & Calvert, C. A. (2012). Chapter 5 Thrombotic Disorders in Small Animal Medicine. In L. Merrill, Small Animal Internal Medicine for Veterinary Technicians and Nurses (pp. 127-135). Danvers, Massachusetts: Blackwell Publishing.
West, L. D., & Hart, J. R. (2014). Treatment of Idiopathic Immune-Mediated Hemolytic Anemia with Mycophenolate Mofetil in Five Dogs. Journal of Veterinary Emergency and Critical Care, 24(2), 226-231. doi:10.1111/vec.12121
Listen to episodes
- 50 Immune System: When the Body Attacks
- 21 Hematology Kickoff: Back to Basics
- 22 RBC’s Anemia to Polycythemia
- 23 Coag’s Balancing Hemostasis
Website references:
- https://www.internalmedicineforpetparents.com/imha.html
- https://www.internalmedicineforpetparents.com/imtp.html

Thanks so much for tuning in. Join us again next week for another episode!

Want to earn some RACE approved CE credits for listening to the podcast? You can earn between 0.5-1.0 hour of RACE approved CE credit for each podcast episode you listen to.

Join the Internal Medicine For Vet Techs Membership to earn and keep track of your continuing education hours as you get your learn on!

Join now! http://internalmedicineforvettechsmembership.com/

Get Access to the Membership Site for your RACE approved CE certificates

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Get Access to the Technician Treasure Trove

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Join Yvonne Brandenburg, RVT, VTS SAIM and Jordan Porter RVT, LVT, VTS SAIM as we talk about:

We are going back to basics again! This time, we are diving into the immune system; our one true love. We are getting down and dirty with how the immune system should normally work, so we can further discuss what is happening when the immune system is not functioning properly.

Question of the Week

Do you have a love for the immune system, or still a slight fear from lack of true understanding?
- Leave a comment at https://imfpp.org/episode50

Resources We Mentioned in the Show

Merck Veterinary Manual: Immunologic Diseases:
- https://www.merckvetmanual.com/immune-system/immunologic-diseases/immunologic-diseases-in-animals
- https://www.merckvetmanual.com/immune-system
Internal Medicine for Pet Parents
- https://www.internalmedicineforpetparents.com/immunology.html
- https://www.internalmedicineforpetparents.com/blog/topic-of-the-week-treating-immune-mediated-diseases
UC Davis: Vaccination Guidelines:
- https://www.vetmed.ucdavis.edu/hospital/animal-health-topics/vaccination-guidelines
Wiley: Immunomodulatory drugs and their application to the management of canine immune‐mediated disease
- https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/full/10.1111/j.1748-5827.2011.01024.x
Veterinary Clinics Small Animal Practice. Immunomodulating Agents. Cecil P. Moore, DVM, MS
- http://www.geac.ufv.br/agentesimunomoduladores.pdf
Linda Merrill, L. V. (2012). Small Animal Internal Medicine for Veterinary Technicians and Nurses. Ames: Wiley-Blackwell.
Bassert, T. C. (2002). Clinical Anatomy and Physiology for Veterinary Technicians. St. Louis: Mosby, Inc.

Thanks so much for tuning in. Join us again next week for another episode!

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Join Yvonne Brandenburg, RVT, VTS SAIM and Jordan Porter RVT, LVT, VTS SAIM as we talk about:

What happens to a pet’s body when blood bypasses the filtering system that the liver provides. We dive into key symptoms pets can experience, as well as common therapies pursued to help these patients.

Question of the Week

Do you have a specific patient that comes to mind when you think of liver shunts? What breed is this patient? Did they pursue surgery? What symptoms did they present with?
- Leave a comment at https://imfpp.org/episode49

Resources We Mentioned in the Show

American College of Veterinary Surgeons: Portosystemic shunts
- https://www.acvs.org/small-animal/portosystemic-shunts
VIN: Exploring the Mysteries of Liver Shunts
- https://www.vin.com/apputil/content/defaultadv1.aspx?id=3861464&pid=11243&print=1
Merck Veterinary Manual: Digestive System and Hepatic Disease
- https://www.merckvetmanual.com/digestive-system/hepatic-disease-in-small-animals/portosystemic-vascular-malformations-in-small-animals
Linda Merrill, L. V. (2012). Small Animal Internal Medicine for Veterinary Technicians and Nurses. Ames: Wiley-Blackwell.

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Join Yvonne Brandenburg, RVT, VTS SAIM and Jordan Porter RVT, LVT, VTS SAIM as we talk about:

The why and how to sample the liver, assisting our doctors of course. We discuss fine needle aspirates as well as surgical biopsy sampling of the liver, when it is indicated, and how we should be monitoring these patients with these procedures.

Question of the Week

Is there anything you learned in this episode that you didn't know before listening?
- Leave a comment at https://imfpp.org/episode48

Resources We Mentioned in the Show

DVM360: How to Perform Surgical Hepatic Biopsy
- https://www.dvm360.com/view/how-perform-surgical-hepatic-biopsy
StablePlate RX Information:
- https://www.bodevet.com
Linda Merrill, L. V. (2012). Small Animal Internal Medicine for Veterinary Technicians and Nurses. Ames: Wiley-Blackwell.

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Join Yvonne Brandenburg, RVT, VTS SAIM and Jordan Porter RVT, LVT, VTS SAIM as we talk about:

Acute hepatitis; its causes and symptoms. We discuss why this issue is an emergency, what our patients may be experiencing, and how to talk to clients to play detective to find a potential underlying cause.

Question of the Week

What is a memorable acute hepatitis case you have seen, and how did the case pan out?
- Leave a comment at https://imfpp.org/episode47

Resources We Mentioned in the Show

VIN: Hepatitis in Dogs: New Concepts in Pathogenesis and Treatment. Jan Rothuizen, DVM, PhD, DECVIM-CA.
- https://www.vin.com/apputil/content/defaultadv1.aspx?pId=11343&catId=34571&id=5124413
DVM360: Inflammatory Liver Disease in Dogs. Jana Gordon, DVM, DACVIM.
- https://www.dvm360.com/view/inflammatory-liver-diseases-dog-proceedings
Merck Veterinary Manual: Infectious Canine Hepatitis. Kate E. Creevy , DVM, MS, DACVIM.
- https://www.merckvetmanual.com/generalized-conditions/infectious-canine-hepatitis/overview-of-infectious-canine-hepatitis
National Center for Biotechnology Information: Prevalence of leptospira in acute hepatitis syndrome.
- https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4100316/
National Center for Biotechnology Information: Clinical Toxoplasmosis in Dogs and Cats
- https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC6399377/
Science Direct: CAV1 and Blue Eye. Jane E. Sykes.
- https://www.sciencedirect.com/topics/immunology-and-microbiology/canine-adenovirus-1
Linda Merrill, L. V. (2012). Small Animal Internal Medicine for Veterinary Technicians and Nurses. Ames: Wiley-Blackwell.

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Join Yvonne Brandenburg, RVT, VTS SAIM and Jordan Porter RVT, LVT, VTS SAIM as we talk about:

Long term disease of the liver. There can be many causes of inflammation for the liver and we discuss those. We dive deep into possible causes for the inflammation, valuable diagnostic tests that are recommended for these patients, and client communication that is involved in these patients.

Question of the Week

Have you assisted with obtaining liver biopsy samples? If so, how did it go? Did you have to manage coagulopathies or bleeding before or after the procedure? What did you learn from assisting with a procedure like this?
- Leave a comment at https://imfpp.org/episode46

Resources We Mentioned in the Show

VIN: Chronic Hepatitis, Michael Willard, DVM, DACVIM.
- https://www.vin.com/apputil/content/defaultadv1.aspx?pId=11343&catId=34569&id=5124303
eClinpath: Bile Acids
- https://eclinpath.com/chemistry/liver/liver-function-tests/bile-acids/
Merck Veterinary Manual: Canine Chronic Hepatitis, Sharon A. Center , BS, DVM, DACVIM.
- https://www.merckvetmanual.com/digestive-system/hepatic-disease-in-small-animals/canine-chronic-hepatitis
Linda Merrill, L. V. (2012). Small Animal Internal Medicine for Veterinary Technicians and Nurses. Ames: Wiley-Blackwell.
Bassert, T. C. (2002). Clinical Anatomy and Physiology for Veterinary Technicians. St. Louis: Mosby, Inc.

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In this mini bonus episode we catch up with a few of our current members of the Internal Medicine for Vet Techs Membership site to discuss why they joined, what they enjoy about it, and what they would like to see for the future.

Not sure what we are talking about? Visit https://internalmedicineforvettechsmembership.com

We offer RACE Approved CE for listening to the podcast episodes, plus courses we are creating.

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Join Yvonne Brandenburg, RVT, VTS SAIM and Jordan Porter RVT, LVT, VTS SAIM as we talk about:

The gallbladder! You know, that green thing sitting in between two of the lobes of the liver? This week we discuss when the gallbladder sludge becomes too much for the gallbladder to handle, as well as when the wall of the gallbladder becomes thick and grumpy (preach sister). Join us while we knock out some GB knowledge!

Question of the Week

Knowing what we have learned from this episode, if your personal pet developed a gallbladder mucocele, how would you handle it? Would you start medications since you would be able to closely monitor and recognize the symptoms, or would you just move straight to surgery?
- Leave a comment at https://imfpp.org/episode45

Resources We Mentioned in the Show

American College of Veterinary Surgeons: Gallbladder Mucocele
- https://www.acvs.org/small-animal/gallbladder-mucocele
Eclin Path: Cholestasis
- https://eclinpath.com/chemistry/liver/cholestasis/
Merck Veterinary Manual: Hepatic Diseases
- https://www.merckvetmanual.com/digestive-system/hepatic-disease-in-small-animals/cholecystitis-in-small-animals
- https://www.merckvetmanual.com/digestive-system/hepatic-disease-in-small-animals/canine-gallbladder-mucocele?query=gallbladder%20mucocele
Linda Merrill, L. V. (2012). Small Animal Internal Medicine for Veterinary Technicians and Nurses. Ames: Wiley-Blackwell.

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Join Yvonne Brandenburg, RVT, VTS SAIM and Jordan Porter RVT, LVT, VTS SAIM as we talk about:

Basic anatomy and physiology of the wonderful and ever (hopefully) functioning liver. We discuss the filtering system of the liver, as well as key functions of the liver working with the GI tract and coagulation system.

Question of the Week

Did you learn something about the liver today or recently that you didn't know?
- Leave a comment at https://imfpp.org/episode44

Resources We Mentioned in the Show

VIN- The Liver (ultrasonography)
- https://www.vin.com/apputil/content/defaultadv1.aspx?id=7259380&pid=14365&print=1
Internal Medicine for Pet Parents- Liver
- https://www.internalmedicineforpetparents.com/liver.html
YouTube- What does the liver do?
- https://www.youtube.com/watch?time_continue=193&v=wbh3SjzydnQ&feature=emb_logo
Merck Veterinary Manual- Liver and Gallbladder
- https://www.merckvetmanual.com/dog-owners/digestive-disorders-of-dogs/disorders-of-the-liver-and-gallbladder-in-dogs
Linda Merrill, L. V. (2012). Small Animal Internal Medicine for Veterinary Technicians and Nurses. Ames: Wiley-Blackwell.
Bassert, T. C. (2002). Clinical Anatomy and Physiology for Veterinary Technicians. St. Louis: Mosby, Inc.

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Urinary incontinence! When and why bladders leak, things we need to ask clients,and potential treatments for the two major causes. We are getting down and dirty with ectopic ureters and urinary sphincter mechanism incompetence.

Question of the Week

What was your first ectopic ureter case ever seen?
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Resources We Mentioned in the Show

DVM360; Urinary Incontinence Proceedings
- https://www.dvm360.com/view/urinary-incontinence-dogs-proceedings
Washington State University
- https://www.vetmed.wsu.edu/outreach/Pet-Health-Topics/categories/common-problems/urinary-incontinence
Merck Veterinary Manual
- https://www.merckvetmanual.com/pharmacology/systemic-pharmacotherapeutics-of-the-urinary-system/urinary-incontinence
Michigan State University; Laser Ablation of Ectopic Ureters
- https://cvm.msu.edu/vetschool-tails/laser-ablation-of-an-intramural-ectopic-ureter-in-a-labrador-retriever
Linda Merrill, L. V. (2012). Small Animal Internal Medicine for Veterinary Technicians and Nurses. Ames: Wiley-Blackwell.
Bassert, T. C. (2002). Clinical Anatomy and Physiology for Veterinary Technicians. St. Louis: Mosby, Inc.

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Join Yvonne Brandenburg, RVT, VTS SAIM and Jordan Porter RVT, LVT, VTS SAIM as we talk WITH the amazing Laura Rosewell, BSc(Hons), DipAVN(Small Animal), ISFMDipFN, VTS(SAIM), RVN!!!

This week Laura gets us down and dirty with everything FLUTD. We discuss behavior, inflammation, and even stones. We get amazing information on tools to help these patients and clients of these patients.

Question of the Week

Do you have the opportunity to talk about behaviour and environment with your FLUTD-cat parents in your clinic, and if so, what do you normally discuss with them?
- Leave a comment at https://imfpp.org/episode42

Resources We Mentioned in the Show

ISFM and AAFP Feline Environmental Needs guidelines -
- https://journals.sagepub.com/doi/full/10.1177/1098612X13477537
ISFM and AAFP Feline Friendly Nursing Care guidelines -
- https://journals.sagepub.com/doi/full/10.1177/1098612X12445002
ISFM/AAFP Environmental Needs booklet for pet parents -
- https://journals.sagepub.com/pb-assets/cmscontent/JFM/Environmental-needs-Client-handout.pdf
BSAVA Manual of Feline Practice
- (https://www.bsavalibrary.com/content/book/10.22233/9781910443149)
ISFM Guide to Feline Stress and Health
- (https://icatcare.org/shop/isfm-guide-to-feline-stress-and-health-pdf/)
Minnesota University Veterinary Anatomy - Lower Urinary Tract
- http://vanat.cvm.umn.edu/lut/Anatomy.html
International Cat Care -
- https://icatcare.org/advice/feline-lower-urinary-tract-disease-flutd/
EClinPath - Urinalysis
- https://eclinpath.com/urinalysis/
Chirrups and Chatter
- https://www.chirrupsandchatter.com
International Cat Care website - great charity with lots of information written by feline specialists/behaviourists aimed at clients (but useful for techs/nurses too)
ISFM/AAFP guidelines for technicians/nurses
- Feline Handling guidelines
- Feline Friendly Nursing Care guidelines
- Feline Environmental Needs guidelines for technicians
- Environmental Needs booklet for pet parents
BSAVA Manual of Feline Practice
ISFM Guide to Feline Stress and Health
Minnesota University Veterinary Anatomy - Lower Urinary Tract - well-explained overview of urinary tract anatomy
EClinpath - for urinalysis information and identification of sediment components

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This mini bonus episode where we learn a little bit about our upcoming guest on the show; the amazing Laura Rosewell BSc(Hons), DipAVN(Small Animal), ISFMDipFN, VTS(SAIM), RVN. Check her out at https://www.veterinaryinternalmedicinenursing.com

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Join Yvonne Brandenburg, RVT, VTS SAIM and Jordan Porter RVT, LVT, VTS SAIM as we talk about:

Protein loss coming from within the kidneys from, typically, glomerular damage as well as discussing other potential causes for protein loss aside from renal damage.

Question of the Week

What personal experience do you have with PLN?
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Resources We Mentioned in the Show

Eclin Path,Urinalysis » Chemical constituents
- https://eclinpath.com/urinalysis/chemical-constituents/
Harley, L., & Langston, C. (2012). Proteinuria in dogs and cats. The Canadian veterinary journal = La revue veterinaire canadienne, 53(6), 631–638.
Protein Losing Nephropathy- breed predispositions chart
- https://www.vetsmall.theclinics.com/article/S0195-5616(10)00143-9/pdf
Cathy E. Langston, DVM, DACVIM.Protein losing nephropathy. https://www.dvm360.com/view/protein-losing-nephropathy-proceedings. April 1, 2008.

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Join Yvonne Brandenburg, RVT, VTS SAIM and Jordan Porter RVT, LVT, VTS SAIM as we talk about:

Bladder stones, prostates, and UTIs; OH MY! We discuss common urolithiasis, inflammation vs infection of the prostate, and urinary infections as a whole.

Remember, this episode counts for 1 hour of RACE approved CE. Find out more at https://internalmedicineforvettechsmembership.com

Question of the Week

Would anyone in our amazing group be interested in a urinalysis “how-to” crash course for basic urine cytology?
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Resources We Mentioned in the Show

Linda Merrill, L. V. (2012). Small Animal Internal Medicine for Veterinary Technicians and Nurses. Ames: Wiley-Blackwell.
Eclin Path:
- https://eclinpath.com/urinalysis/

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Join Yvonne Brandenburg, RVT, VTS SAIM and Jordan Porter RVT, LVT, VTS SAIM as we talk about:

The difference between acute renal failure and chronic renal disease. We discuss those changes in BUN and creatinine, and of course we don’t forget to discuss urine specific gravity.

Question of the Week

What is a memorable ARF case you managed or helped manage? Did you determine the cause of damage, and how did the patient do?
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Resources We Mentioned in the Show

Iris Guidlines:
- http://www.iris-kidney.com/guidelines/
- http://www.iris-kidney.com/pdf/IRIS_Pocket_Guide_to_CKD.pdf
- http://www.iris-kidney.com/pdf/IRIS-DOG-Treatment_Recommendations_2019.pdf
- http://www.iris-kidney.com/pdf/IRIS_CAT_Treatment_Recommendations_2019.pdf
Cornell College of Veterinary Medicine
- https://www.vet.cornell.edu/departments-centers-and-institutes/cornell-feline-health-center/health-information/feline-health-topics/chronic-kidney-disease
Cardiac Education Group; Dr. Brian A. Scansen, DVM, Diplomate ACVIM
- http://cardiaceducationgroup.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/10/C_As_BloodPressure_BAS_FINAL.pdf
Linda Merrill, L. V. (2012). Small Animal Internal Medicine for Veterinary Technicians and Nurses. Ames: Wiley-Blackwell.

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Join Yvonne Brandenburg, RVT, VTS SAIM and Jordan Porter RVT, LVT, VTS SAIM as we talk about:

Did you know that in the time it takes you to listen to this entire episode, your kidneys have filtered one of your patient’s blood 13.5 times!!!! Listen to us this week as we talk the nitty gritty of kidney function all the way through to the urethra. Urine for basics of the urinary system ;)

Question of the Week

What is your favorite “body system” and why?
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Resources We Mentioned in the Show

Internal Medicine For Pet Parents:
- https://www.internalmedicineforpetparents.com/urinary.html
How do your kidneys work? - Emma Bryce
- https://youtu.be/FN3MFhYPWWo
Bassert, T. C. (2002). Clinical Anatomy and Physiology for Veterinary Technicians. St. Louis: Mosby, Inc.
Linda Merrill, L. V. (2012). Small Animal Internal Medicine for Veterinary Technicians and Nurses. Ames: Wiley-Blackwell.

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Title of episode: 037 Upping Your Tech Game: Continuing Education

Join Yvonne Brandenburg, RVT, VTS SAIM and Jordan Porter RVT, LVT, VTS SAIM as we talk about:

All things continuing education. Where to find it, different types of CE, conference etiquette, conference planning, and everything in between. We even drop some secret IMFVT information!!! Tune in this week to learn about several types of CE offered and to hear our news!

Question of the Week

What is an unusual CE course you have taken- not geared towards your work??
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Resources We Mentioned in the Show

AAVSB: American Association of Veterinary State Boards
- https://www.aavsb.org/CE-Services/RACE/find-a-race-program
- https://www.aavsb.org/CE-Services/RACE/find-a-race-provider
NAVTA
https://www.navta.net/page/continuing_education
https://ce.navta.net/
AIMVT
https://www.aimvt.com/online-continuing-education.html
Online CE Options:
www.atdove.org/
‎‎d·www.vetfolio.com/‎
‎connect.dvm360.com/‎
‎https://www.vetmedteam.com/classes-free.aspx
https://axon.avma.org/catalog/
https://vetgirlontherun.com/veterinary-ce-race-continuing-education/
https://www.vin.com/ce/
http://www.vspn.org/library/wwwdirectory/CE.htm
https://www.navta.net/page/continuing_education
https://www.zoetisus.com/responsibility/commitment-to-veterinarians/continuing-education.aspx
https://www.idexxlearningcenter.com/
https://unchartedvet.com
State CE requirements for license
https://www.dvm360.com/ce-requirements-by-state

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Join Yvonne Brandenburg, RVT, VTS SAIM and Jordan Porter RVT, LVT, VTS SAIM as we talk about:

Staying healthy in our difficult career. We discuss mental health, physical health, as well as financial wellbeing. These are all important topics and while we are not experts at all, we can offer a lot of resources to help stay healthy.

Question of the Week

What do you do to disconnect and keep yourself healthy?
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Resources We Mentioned in the Show

National Suicide Prevention Lifeline's Crisis Chat team:
- http://www.suicidepreventionlifeline.org/GetHelp/LifelineChat.aspx
- 1-800-273-8255
Vet Tech Cafe Episodes in May 2020
- Vet Tech Cafe - Joe Defulio episode,
- Vet Tech Taproom Episode 4
- Vet Tech Cafe - Beth Armstrong Episode
- Vet Tech Cafe - Kim Spelts Episode
- Vet Tech Taproom Episode 5
- https://vettechcafe.podbean.com/
‘When Caring Hurts: Dealing with Depression in Veterinary Medicine’. Melanie Codi LVT, CVT, VTS (Nutrition). Today’s Veterinary Nurse. JAN/FEB 2017, PERSONAL WELLBEING;
- https://todaysveterinarynurse.com/articles/when-caring-hurts-dealing-with-depression-in-veterinary-medicine/
‘7 Mental Health Resources for Veterinary Technicians’ Flavia Vaduva - May 6, 2019. Retrieved on 6/13/2020
- https://blog.vettechprep.com/7-mental-health-resources-for-veterinary-technicians
AVMA state well-being resource:
- https://www.avma.org/advocacy/state-local-issues/state-wellbeing-programs-veterinary-professionals
Physical health impacts mental wellbeing. AVMA
- https://www.avma.org/resources-tools/wellbeing/physical-health-impacts-mental-wellbeing
Occupational health hazards in veterinary medicine: Physical, psychological, and chemical hazards’. The Canadian Veterinary Journal by Tasha Epp and Cheryl Waldner. Can Vet J. 2012 Feb; 53(2): 151–157.
- https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3258828/
Arizona wellness resources:
- https://azvma.org/page/WellnessResources
'Five Simple Ways To Get And Stay Financially Healthy'. NJ Falk ForbesWomen. Apr 22, 2019.
- https://www.forbes.com/sites/njgoldston/2019/04/22/five-simple-ways-to-get-and-stay-financially-healthy/#4e0004f610de
'Why Your Financial Health Matters'. Eric Rosenberg, MBA and Cara Herbert. Self by INC.
- https://www.self.inc/blog/why-your-financial-health-important
‘Lowering Radiation Exposure in your Veterinary Practice’. Veterinary Practice News. June 14, 2019.
- https://www.veterinarypracticenews.com/lowering-radiation-exposure-in-your-veterinary-practice/#:~:text=Radiation%20exposure%20poses%20risk%20to%20veterinary%20staff&text=The%20result%20of%20radiation%20exposure,3%20potentially%20causing%20birth%20defects.
‘Cancer in the Veterinarians’. BMJ Journals.
- https://oem.bmj.com/content/57/5/289
‘Cancerous Agents Warrant Precautionary Strategies’. DVM360. October 1, 2001.
- https://www.dvm360.com/view/cancerous-agents-warrant-precautionary-strategies
‘Cancer in Veterinarians’. NCBI. 2000 May
- https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC1739954/
‘Occupational health and safety in small animal veterinary practice: Part I — Nonparasitic zoonotic diseases’. NCBI. 2002 Aug.
- https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC339409/
‘Zoonotic Diseases’. Merck Veterinary Manual. May 2015.
- https://www.merckvetmanual.com/public-health/zoonoses/zoonotic-diseases

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Upping your tech game. We discuss all the different ways you can add to your career with different veterinary courses, certifications, and degrees. After all, we all love to keep learning and keep growing, right?

Question of the Week

What is something you plan on pursuing within your veterinary career?
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Resources We Mentioned in the Show

NAVTA
- https://www.navta.net/
NAVTA approved Academies for VTS:
- The Academy of Veterinary Emergency and Critical Care Technicians
- - https://www.avecct.org/
- The Academy of Veterinary Dental Technicians
- - https://www.avdt.us/
- The Academy of Internal Medicine Veterinary Technicians
- - https://www.aimvt.com/
- The Academy of Veterinary Technicians in Anesthesia and Analgesia
- - https://www.avtaa-vts.org/index.pml
- The Academy of Veterinary Zoological Medicine Technicians
- - https://azvt.org/AVZMT/
- The Academy of Laboratory Animal Veterinary Technicians and Nurses
- - https://www.alavtn.org/
- The Academy of Veterinary Behavior Technicians
- - https://avbt.net/
- The Academy of Veterinary Clinical Pathology Technicians
- - https://www.avcpt.net/
- The Academy of Veterinary Technicians in Clinical Practice
- - http://avtcp.org/index.html
- The Academy of Dermatology Veterinary Technicians
- - http://www.vetdermtech.com/
- The Academy of Equine Veterinary Nursing Technicians
- - http://www.aevnt.org/
- The Academy of Physical Rehabilitation Veterinary Technicians
- - https://www.aprvt.com/
- The Academy of Veterinary Nutrition Technicians
- - https://nutritiontechs.com/
- Academy of Veterinary Ophthalmic Technicians
- - http://www.avot-vts.org/
- The Academy of Veterinary Surgical Technicians
- - https://www.avst-vts.org/
- The Academy of Veterinary Technicians in Diagnostic Imaging
- - https://avtdi.org/
NAVC Certifications
https://navc.com/certifications/
Veterinary Pain Practitioner
https://ivapm.org/professionals/ivapm-certification-cvpp/
Recover CPR
- https://recoverinitiative.org/
Certified Veterinary Practice Manager
- https://www.vhma.org/cvpm-certification/about-certification
Fear Free Certification
https://fearfreepets.com/
Veterinary Forensics Sciences
https://vetforensics.med.ufl.edu/
Veterinary Cannabis CE
https://www.veterinarycannabis.org/
Bachelors Degree Programs
https://www.avma.org/education/accreditation/programs/avma-cvtea-accredited-programs-offer-bachelor-science-4-year-degree-veterinary-technology
https://www.pennfoster.edu/programs-and-degrees/veterinary-studies/veterinary-technology-bachelors-degree

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This week's episode is not like any other we've done. We are showing our support for being anti-racist with this episode.

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Join Yvonne Brandenburg, RVT, VTS SAIM and Jordan Porter RVT, LVT, VTS SAIM as we talk about:

When there is breakdown within the cartilage of the trachea, the tracheal rings change and collapse in on themselves. We discuss diagnostic tools and medical management.

Question of the Week

How does your practice treat patients with collapsing tracheas? Have you ever helped with a surgical intervention or stent placement?
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Resources We Mentioned in the Show

Tracheal Collapse . (n.d.). Retrieved from American College of Veterinary Surgeons: https://www.acvs.org/small-animal/tracheal-collapse
Wendy Brooks, D. D. (2003, September 01). Tracheal Collapse in Dogs. Retrieved from Veterinary Partner : https://veterinarypartner.vin.com/default.aspx?pid=19239&id=4951968
Wiley Online Library . (2016, January 04). Retrieved from Canine Tracheal Collapse: https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/full/10.1111/jsap.12436
Canine tracheal collapse; S. W. Tappin, First published:04 January 2016 Volume57, Issue1 Pages 9-17. https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/full/10.1111/jsap.12436

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Join Yvonne Brandenburg, RVT, VTS SAIM and Jordan Porter RVT, LVT, VTS SAIM as we talk about:

Elevated pressure within the arteries of the lungs and potential complications from pulmonary hypertension.

Question of the Week

What did you find the most surprising about pulmonary hypertension?
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Resources We Mentioned in the Show

Pulmonary Hypertension in Dogs and Cats. Robert Prošek, DVM, MS, DACVIM, ECVIM-CA. Date Published: 09/19/2011. Retrieved from:
- https://veterinarypartner.vin.com/default.aspx?pid=19239&id=5138473
PHT Classification Chart:
- http://www.veterinarypartner.com/Docs/PHT_classification_chart.pdf
Veterinary Health Center at University of Missouri. Pulmonary Hypertension. Written by Emily Soltis.
- http://vhc.missouri.edu/small-animal-hospital/small-animal-internal-medicine/diseases-and-treatments/pulmonary-hypertension/
DVM360. Canine pulmonary hypertension, Part 2: Diagnosis and treatment. Justin G. Williams, DVM, DACVIM (cardiology). Rebecca L. Quinn, DVM, DACVIM (internal medicine).
- https://www.dvm360.com/view/canine-pulmonary-hypertension-part-2-diagnosis-and-treatment

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Title of episode: 031 Chronic Coughs: Asthma & Bronchitis

Join Yvonne Brandenburg, RVT, VTS SAIM and Jordan Porter RVT, LVT, VTS SAIM as we talk about:

Chronic inflammation of the lower airways in dogs and cats leading to chronic bronchitis or feline asthma. We discuss diagnostic tools, technician skills to use for these patients, and our favorite; client communication.

Question of the Week

Did anything in this episode surprise you? Do you think you'll approach any of your patients a little differently now?
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Resources We Mentioned in the Show

Michigan State University:
- https://www.michvma.org/resources/Documents/MVC/2018%20Proceedings/carey_01.pdf
DVM360:
- https://www.dvm360.com/view/inhalant-therapy-finding-its-place-small-animal-practice
Veterinary Partner by VIN:
- https://veterinarypartner.vin.com/default.aspx?pid=19239&id=5860662
Merck Veterinary Manual:
- https://www.merckvetmanual.com/pharmacology/systemic-pharmacotherapeutics-of-the-respiratory-system/inhalation-therapy-of-airway-disease
- https://www.merckvetmanual.com/dog-owners/lung-and-airway-disorders-of-dogs/tracheobronchitis-bronchitis-in-dogs?query=chronic%20bronchitis
- https://www.merckvetmanual.com/respiratory-system/respiratory-diseases-of-small-animals/tracheobronchitis-in-small-animals?query=chronic%20bronchitis
- https://www.merckvetmanual.com/cat-owners/lung-and-airway-disorders-of-cats/tracheobronchitis-bronchitis,-bronchial-asthma-in-cats?query=chronic%20bronchitis
Small Animal Internal Medicine for Veterinary Technicians and Nurses
- https://imfpp.org/saimbook

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Join Yvonne Brandenburg, RVT, VTS SAIM and Jordan Porter RVT, LVT, VTS SAIM as we talk about:

Inflammation vs infection within the lungs; the difference of pneumonia! Yes, there is more than just a “standard pneumonia”!

Question of the Week

What’s a resource you’ve found for clients as they deal with a pet that has pneumonia?
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Resources We Mentioned in the Show

Veterinary Partner by VIN
- https://veterinarypartner.vin.com/default.aspx?pid=19239&id=4952113
Merck Veterinary Manual
- https://www.merckvetmanual.com/respiratory-system/respiratory-diseases-of-small-animals/pneumonia-in-small-animals
Small Animal Internal Medicine for Veterinary Technicians and Nurses
- https://imfpp.org/saimbook
IMFPP Pneumonia Blog
- https://www.internalmedicineforpetparents.com/blog/pneumonia-more-than-just-a-chest-cold
Vet Tech Cafe- Respiratory Therapist Episode
- https://vettechcafe.podbean.com/e/vet-tech-cafe-noah-jones-episode/

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Join Yvonne Brandenburg, RVT, VTS SAIM and Jordan Porter RVT, LVT, VTS SAIM as we talk about:

Different types of diseases that can involve the nasal tract; including rhinitis, fungal infections, and even foreign bodies.

Question of the Week

What is an interesting nasal case you have seen?
What is the craziest thing you've found in a nose?
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Resources We Mentioned in the Show

VIN
- https://www.vin.com/apputil/content/defaultadv1.aspx?pId=11223&catId=31456&id=3859288
Merck Veterinary Manual
- https://www.merckvetmanual.com/respiratory-system/respiratory-diseases-of-small-animals/rhinitis-and-sinusitis-in-small-animals
Internal Medicine for Veterinary Technicians and Nurses
- https://imfpp.org/saimbook

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Join Yvonne Brandenburg, RVT, VTS SAIM and Jordan Porter RVT, LVT, VTS SAIM as we talk about:

Upper and Lower airways and knowing the different parts and their functions of each.

Question of the Week

What respiratory disease would you like to hear more about?
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Resources We Mentioned in the Show

IMFPP Respiratory System
- https://www.internalmedicineforpetparents.com/respiratory.html
Canine and Feline Practice
- Stertor and Stridor: Book Author(s): Ryane E. Englar DVM, DABVP (Canine and Feline Practice) First published:03 July 2019 https://doi.org/10.1002/9781119414612.ch34
Merck Veterinary Manual: Respiratory
- https://www.merckvetmanual.com/respiratory-system
Overview of Respiratory Diseases of Small Animals :
- By Ned F. Kuehn , DVM, MS, DACVIM, Michigan Veterinary Specialists Content last modified Nov 2013 https://www.merckvetmanual.com/respiratory-system/respiratory-diseases-of-small-animals/overview-of-respiratory-diseases-of-small-animals
Heart and Lung Sounds: Good Auscultation British Small Animal Veterinary Congress
- 2008 Mike K. Holgate, BVetMed, CertVC, MRCVS Mike Holgate Cardiology Referrals Ltd Alsager, Stoke-on-Trent https://www.vin.com/apputil/content/defaultadv1.aspx?pId=11254&catId=32185&id=3862993
Magic School Bus Episode (Lung oxygen exchange at 10 minutes)
- https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8NPrAiTinNM

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Join Yvonne Brandenburg, RVT, VTS SAIM and Jordan Porter RVT, LVT, VTS SAIM as we talk about:

Several types of blood products used for transfusing and procedure for handling and administering blood products. We also discuss the several different types of transfusion reactions, how to recognize them, and how to combat them.

Question of the Week

What type of transfusion reactions have you noted and how did you manage the patient throughout the reaction?
- Leave a comment at https://imfpp.org/episode27

Resources We Mentioned in the Show

Manual of Veterinary Transfusion Medicine and Blood Banking
- https://imfpp.org/transfusionbook
Small Animal Internal Medicine for Veterinary Technicians and Nurses
- https://imfpp.org/saimbook
Association of Veterinary Hematology and Transfusion Medicine (AVHTM)
- https://avhtm.org/
EClin Path
- http://eclinpath.com/hemostasis/transfusion-medicine/transfusion-therapy/
IMFPP Blood Transfusions
- https://imfpp.org/transfusion
Jordan’s Blood Transfusion Article in NAVTA Journal
- https://imfpp.org/jordanstransfusionarticle

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Join Yvonne Brandenburg, RVT, VTS SAIM and Jordan Porter RVT, LVT, VTS SAIM as we talk about:

The history of blood transfusions in humans and animals. Then we discuss our pretransfusion work up protocols to make transfusing safe and easy.

Question of the Week

Does your clinic perform blood transfusions, and if so, what is your pretransfusion protocol?
- Leave a comment at https://imfpp.org/episode26

Resources We Mentioned in the Show

Manual of Veterinary Transfusion Medicine and Blood Banking
- https://imfpp.org/transfusionbook
Small Animal Internal Medicine for Veterinary Technicians and Nurses
- https://imfpp.org/saimbook
Association of Veterinary Hematology and Transfusion Medicine (AVHTM)
- https://avhtm.org/
IMFPP Blood Transfusions
- https://imfpp.org/transfusion
Jordan’s Blood Transfusion Article in NAVTA Journal
- https://imfpp.org/jordanstransfusionarticle

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Join Yvonne Brandenburg, RVT, VTS SAIM and Jordan Porter RVT, LVT, VTS SAIM as we talk about:

White Blood Cell Basics; what WBCs do and what to look for when WBCs are too high or too low.

Question of the Week

How many of you do differentials in your clinics, and what are some of your favorite resources?
- Leave a comment at https://imfpp.org/episode25

Resources We Mentioned in the Show

IMFPP
- https://www.internalmedicineforpetparents.com/hematology.html
Idexx hematology book:
- https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/1893441687/
Small Animal Internal Medicine for Veterinary Technicians and Nurses
- https://imfpp.org/saimbook
E-Clin Path
- http://eclinpath.com/hematology/morphologic-features/white-blood-cells/

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IDEXX Guide to Hematology in Dogs and Cats

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In this special mega-episode, a few of us in the veterinary podcasting community joined forces to talk about how the novel corona virus, COVID 19, is effecting us around the world. Yvonne and Jordan are joined in this episode by these amazing podcasters:

Cat Robinson, RVN, BA, LLB from Radio Vet Nurse
Jeff Backus CVT, RVT, VTS (ECC) and Dave Cowan BA, CVT, VTS(ECC) from Vet Tech Cafe
Tasha McNerney BS, CVT, CVPP, VTS (Anesthesia) from Veterinary Anesthesia Nerds
Dr Lewis Kirkham BVSc MRCVS MANZCVS (Animal Behaviour) and Dr Robbie Anderton BVSc MANCVS (Small Animal Medicine) from Two Vets Talk Pets

We discuss what things are looking like right now, what the veterinary medical community is facing and how we're dealing with shelter in place orders and being essential workers, and how to stay healthy, both physically and emotionally. We hope you join us in this candid talk from veterinary professionals around the world. #IMFVTpodcast #veterinarypodcast #vettechpodcast

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