Veterinary Vertex
Veterinary Vertex is an SSP EPIC Award–winning weekly podcast that takes you behind the scenes of the latest clinical and research discoveries published in the Journal of the American Veterinary Medical Association (JAVMA) and the American Journal of Veterinary Research (AJVR). Each episode explores cutting-edge advancements in veterinary medicine, offering expert insight you won’t find anywhere else. Tune in to gain practical knowledge you can apply in your own practice—along with fresh inspiration to reconnect with what you love about veterinary medicine.
Episodes
Eye vs. Rectal Temperature in Dogs: A Diagnostic Comparison
Send us Fan MailA “normal temperature” can be the most dangerous kind of comforting. We sit down with Drs. Kimberly Woodruff and Sahar Rostami to unpack what happens when ocular thermometry and rectal thermometry show similar diagnostic performance for detecting abnormal body temperature in dogs, and why that still doesn’t mean you should relax after a normal reading.We translate sensitivity and s
They Want to Know: What Clients Expect When Mistakes Happen
Send us Fan MailYou can do everything right clinically and still lose a client in one conversation. We sit down with Dr. Erik Hofmeister to unpack what pet owners actually expect when a veterinary medical error happens, and the answers are more demanding than most of us assume. Many respondents say they want to be told about every error, even minor mistakes that never reach the patient, and they w
More Than a Cushion: How Polyacrylamide Hydrogel Shifts Synovial Immunity
Send us Fan MailA gel injection that looks “inert” on paper may be doing something surprisingly active inside an arthritic horse joint. We sit down with repeat guest Dr. Lynn Pezzanite to unpack new evidence on how intraarticular 2.5% polyacrylamide hydrogel (2.5% iPAAG) alters synovial immune pathways in equine osteoarthritis, and why that matters for the cases you see in the field. If you have b
Injection or Surgery? Comparing Outcomes in Canine Recurrent Disk Herniation
Send us Fan MailA dog that suddenly cannot walk puts everyone in crisis mode, and thoracolumbar IVDD is one of those diagnoses that can turn a normal day into a life-or-death decision. We sit down with manuscript authors Drs. William Tammaro, Nick Jeffery, and Paul Freeman to unpack a less invasive option that could change those conversations: chondroitinase ABC intradiscal injections, often descr
Extralabel Rabies Vaccination: Serologic Response Across 28 Mammalian Species
Send us Fan MailA single bite or wildlife exposure can turn “vaccinated” into a complicated question fast, especially when the animal is a zoological species, a wildlife rehabilitation patient, or any non-traditional mammal that does not have a licensed rabies vaccine label. We sit down with Dr. Ryan Wallace, who leads the rabies program at the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, to unp
The Buzz We're Missing: Why Veterinarians Feel Unprepared for Honey Bee Medicine
Send us Fan MailHoney bees are food-producing animals, and once you say that out loud, the entire conversation changes. We sit down with Dr. Melinda Wilkins to unpack how federal rules like the Veterinary Feed Directive (VFD) brought veterinarians and beekeepers into the same lane, especially around antibiotic stewardship and protecting the food supply. Honey isn’t the only product that matters he
Feeling for Answers: Rectal Palpation and Intestinal Lesions in Colic
Send us Fan MailA rectal exam is one of the oldest tools in the equine colic workup, but we rarely stop to ask a blunt question: how accurate is abdominal palpation per rectum at telling small intestinal disease from large intestinal disease when it truly counts? We sit down with Drs. Mary Hallsten and George Elane to dig into the data behind rectal palpation, using surgical findings as the gold s
Rethinking Parvovirus Protocols: A Low-Cost Oral Fecal Transplant Trial
Send us Fan MailOral fecal microbiota transplant (FMT) capsules sound like the kind of elegant fix we all want for canine parvovirus: simple to give, easy to store, and built for high-volume shelter medicine. But when you put a microbiome therapy into a randomized controlled trial in a real outpatient protocol, the story gets more complicated and far more useful.We sit down with manuscript authors
Fighting Resistant Hookworms: Inside the AAVP Task Force's New Diagnosis and Treatment Guidelines
Send us Fan MailHookworm cases that “just won’t clear” are no longer a weird outlier, and that should change how we practice. We sit down with parasitology expert Dr. Ray Kaplan to unpack the American Association of Veterinary Parasitologists (AAVP) Hookworm Task Force recommendations on diagnosing and treating multidrug-resistant canine hookworms, including what clinics can do right now to stop g
Crowdfunding Cardiac Care: The Reality Behind Canine Pacemaker Campaigns
Send us Fan MailA dog needs a pacemaker, the estimate is five figures, and the family’s last lifeline is a GoFundMe link. We wanted to know what happens next when veterinary teams suggest crowdfunding as a way to cover the cost of canine pacemaker implantation and whether it truly works often enough to be responsible advice.We sit down with cardiologist and researcher Dr. Mark Rishniw to break dow
When Is Research Ready to Publish? A Veterinary Cardiologist on Genetics, Negative Results, and Peer Review
Send us Fan MailA lot of researchers quietly struggle with the same question: when is a study truly ready to publish, and how do you write it so someone actually uses it? From the AVMA Convention 2026, we sit down live with Dr. Joshua Stern, a veterinary cardiologist and geneticist whose work bridges cardiovascular disease, genomics, and clinical impact.We start with Joshua’s path into cardiology,
What Journal Editors Actually Look For: A Veterinarian's Guide to Getting Published
Send us Fan MailYour research might be solid, your conclusions might be exciting, and you still may be setting yourself up for a rough peer review if the methods, statistical analysis, and journal fit aren’t dialed in. Recording live from the AVMA 2026 convention in Anaheim, we sit down with Dr. Jolle Kirpensteijn, a longtime veterinary surgeon and associate editor, to unpack what actually speeds
Deep Digital Flexor Tenotomy: Pain Relief and Comfort for Horses with Chronic Laminitis
Send us Fan MailChronic laminitis forces every equine clinician into the same hard question: when comfort keeps slipping and radiographs keep worsening, what can truly change the mechanics of the foot and the horse’s day-to-day life? We sit down with Dr. Jim Orsini to talk about deep digital flexor (DDF) tenotomy, a procedure many people still treat as “last resort,” and why the data argue it may
FARVets: A Model for Global Competency in Veterinary Service-Learning
Send us Fan MailA veterinary “clinic” doesn’t always look like stainless steel tables and a wall of equipment. Sometimes it’s a town pavilion, a park, an old hotel lobby, or a host’s living room and that shift changes what students learn, what they notice, and who they become as clinicians. We’re joined by Dr. Paul Maza to talk about international veterinary service learning and why it deserves mo
Fluorescent Findings: Making Sentinel Node Mapping Accessible in Vet Med
Send us Fan MailA glow under blue light might be the difference between guessing and knowing where cancer has spread. We sit down with Drs. Elizabeth Maxwell and Veronica Perez to unpack a practical, low-cost approach to sentinel lymph node mapping in dogs using fluorescein sodium, a compound many veterinarians already recognize from everyday clinical use. Our focus stays on one big goal: expandin
What Actually Makes Nutrition Conversations Work
Send us Fan MailPet food advice is everywhere, but the hardest part is what happens when an owner walks into the exam room already convinced they’ve found the “right” answer. We sit down with repeat guest Drs. Janice O’Brien to dig into what veterinarians say actually blocks effective pet nutrition communication during small animal appointments and what helps break through without shaming clients.
When the Tests Disagree: The Diagnostic Gap Between Cytology and Histopathology in Canine Splenic Masses
Send us Fan MailA splenic mass shows up on ultrasound and the question hits like a brick: benign or malignant? We go straight at the uncomfortable truth behind canine splenic cytology. Even when splenic FNA feels like the “do something now” step, the match between cytology and histopathology is only moderate, and that has consequences for how we advise families, schedule rechecks, and decide when
Skipping the Scope: Long-Term Results of HTO for Canine Cruciate Disease
Send us Fan MailRoutine stifle exploration during canine cranial cruciate ligament surgery sounds like common sense, until you ask the uncomfortable question: what if “doing more” doesn’t reliably improve long-term function for most dogs? We sit down with Dr. Dan Low to unpack long-term outcomes after high tibial osteotomy procedures (TPLO and CCWO) performed without routine arthroscopy or arthrot
From Diagnosis to Recovery: Equine and Canine Rehabilitation
Send us Fan MailRehabilitation isn’t a luxury line item at the end of a case anymore. It’s becoming the difference between “we fixed the lesion” and “this patient truly returns to function.” We’re joined by Drs. Heidi Reesink, Denise Marcellin-Little, and David Levine to unpack a first-of-its-kind JAVMA rehabilitation Technical Tutorial Video supplemental issue and what it signals about where vete
Cellular Senescence and the Future of Equine Osteoarthritis Management
Send us Fan MailWe sit down with Dr. Lynn Pezzanite to explore a promising angle on aging-related equine osteoarthritis (OA): cellular senescence, the pro-inflammatory state where cells release a senescence-associated secretory phenotype (SASP) that can amplify damage inside tissues over time.We walk through why horses are such a valuable One Health model for osteoarthritis research and why this t
Can Botox Help Laminitis?
Send us Fan MailBotox for the equine hoof sounds like a punchline until you learn the science behind it. We sit down with Dr. Kali Slavik and repeat guest Dr. Andrew van Eps to explore a simple but high-stakes question in equine biomechanics: what happens when you inject botulinum toxin into the deep digital flexor (DDF) muscle, the muscle-tendon unit that helps control the rotational forces actin
Blocked Again? How Lorazepam May Reduce Repeat Urethral Obstructions in Male Cats
Send us Fan MailZero re-obstructions sounds almost too good to be true, so we wanted to understand exactly how the data got there and what it means for everyday feline practice. We are joined by study author Dr. Kelly Tart to talk about a prospective, double-blinded, placebo-controlled trial evaluating lorazepam for recurrence prevention after feline urethral obstruction in male cats, one of the m
A Practical Way To Reduce Venipuncture In Hospitalized Dogs
Send us Fan MailWhat if the IV catheter your hospitalized dog already has could spare them multiple needle sticks a day without sacrificing lab accuracy? We sit down with Dr. Bryan Welch to challenge a common assumption in small animal emergency and ICU care: that venipuncture is the only reliable way to get serial bloodwork. We talk through a validated push-pull blood sampling technique that uses
The Gut–Brain Link in Dogs with Chronic Enteropathy
Send us Fan MailA dog with chronic diarrhea or vomiting might also be telling you something else. That’s the core thread we pull on as we explore the gut-brain axis in dogs and why chronic enteropathy (CE) can’t be fully understood through GI signs alone.We’re joined by Drs. Ulrika Ludvigsson and Sarah Heath to unpack how chronic enteropathy is defined (GI signs lasting more than three weeks) and
From Habit to Evidence: The Shift in Antibiotic Use for Canine Acute Diarrhea
Send us Fan MailMetronidazole has been the reflex prescription for canine acute diarrhea for years and that habit is hard to break. We sit down with Dr. Erin Frey to unpack what the data actually says about outcomes in mild to moderate acute diarrhea, including cases with bloody stool, and why supportive care often matches antibiotics for speed of recovery. Along the way, we get honest about the r
Rethinking Neurological Exams in Guinea Pigs: Why One Size Doesn’t Fit All
Send us Fan MailGuinea pigs don’t read the dog-and-cat neurology textbook and that’s exactly where clinicians get into trouble. We sit down with Dr. Vishal Murthy to unpack what a truly species-specific neurologic examination looks like for guinea pigs, why so many “standard” tests can be misleading, and how prey-species stress can flatten reflexes and hide both normal function and real disease. I
Addressing Antimicrobial Resistance in U.S. Poultry: Why Environmental Surveillance Matters
Send us Fan MailAntimicrobial resistance (AMR) can feel like an abstract, far-away crisis until you realize how easily it travels through connected systems and how quietly it can persist when we only watch the “end product.” We talk with Dr. Pankaj Gaonkar about antimicrobial resistance in the U.S. poultry industry, starting with a clear definition of AMR and why it is a pressing global health and
AI in Scientific Writing: Opportunity, Risk, and Responsibility
Send us Fan MailA citation can be polished, specific, and completely fake and that’s the scary part. We sit down with Morna Conway, PhD, Scholarly Journal Consultant and JAVMA and AJVR Copy Editor Vic Schultz to unpack how generative AI tools like ChatGPT can hallucinate references, remixing real author names, familiar journal titles, and plausible article wording into sources that simply do not e
A Blood Test Before the Scalpel: MicroRNAs and Canine Splenic Masses
Send us Fan MailA splenic mass is one of those findings that can flip a normal day into a crisis. You may have an older Labrador or Golden Retriever, an ultrasound that shows a splenic tumor, and an owner asking the question you cannot fully answer yet: “Is it cancer?” We sit down with Dr. Janet Grimes to unpack why that gap between suspicion and certainty is so hard in canine medicine and why bet
Uveitis in Kittens: FIP or Not?
Send us Fan MailCloudy eyes in a kitten can be a warning sign for feline infectious peritonitis (FIP). What happens when the eyes look like FIP and then… the kitten gets better? That clinical tension sits at the heart of our conversation with Hikaru Shiraishi and Drs. Karen Vernau and David Maggs. Their JAVMA article describes “undifferentiated resolving uveitis” in young cats, a syndrome that can
Can Pet Owners Get a Veterinary Appointment? What a Secret Shopper Study Revealed
Send us Fan MailWorried pet parent meets phone tree is a stress spiral no one needs—so we put it to the test. We sat down with health services researcher Dr. Simon Haeder to unpack a large secret shopper study that mimicked real owners calling nearby clinics to book first-visit puppy care. Across six diverse states, the results upend common assumptions: two-thirds of callers landed an appointment,
One Health, One Data: Reimagining Pet Health Surveillance
Send us Fan MailWhat if the case notes from your clinic could forecast tomorrow’s outbreak? We sit down with epidemiologist Dr. Lauren Grant to unpack a One Health vision that connects veterinary, human, and environmental data so we can spot risks sooner, act faster, and guide smarter decisions in practice.We start by clarifying what “integrated companion animal health surveillance” really means a
Continuous Load, Compromised Flow: PET Imaging of the Equine Digit
Send us Fan MailA hoof can look fine while its tissue quietly runs out of blood. We sat down with Drs. Georgia Skelton and Andrew van Eps to unpack new 18F-FDG PET research showing how static weight bearing creates sharp, regional perfusion deficits in the equine foot—the very conditions that can spark support limb laminitis in otherwise healthy horses. The findings challenge old assumptions and m
How Common Are Supplements in Dogs? Evidence from the Dog Aging Project
Send us Fan MailHalf of the dogs in a massive nationwide study are getting supplements—yet few products face drug-level scrutiny before they hit pet store shelves. We sit down with researchers Drs. Janice O'Brien and Audrey Ruple from the Dog Aging Project to unpack what owners actually give, why they reach for these products, and how the evidence stacks up against bold marketing claims.We di
Same Lifespan, More Challenges: PPID in Horses
Send us Fan MailA shaggy coat and a creaky stride don’t have to signal the end of the road. We unpack new primary-care evidence on pituitary pars intermedia dysfunction (PPID) showing that diagnosed horses can live as long as matched controls, even as they experience more medical events along the way. That insight changes how we talk with owners: from doom to diligence, and from a single prescript
Elevating Credentialed Veterinary Technician Voices in Scientific Research
Send us Fan MailWhat happens when the people closest to the patient lead the science that shapes their care? We sit down with guest editors Erik Fausak and Dr. Adesola Odunayo to unpack the first-ever JAVMA supplemental issue authored by credentialed veterinary technicians—and why it matters for outcomes, team culture, and the future of evidence-based practice.Across anesthesia, radiology, ECC, an
Primary Liver Tumors in Dogs: Additional Liver Masses Are Often Benign
Send us Fan MailYour heart sinks when a dog’s CT shows a primary liver tumor plus extra lesions. Ours used to as well—until we dug into data showing how often those additional masses are actually benign. In this conversation with surgical oncologists Drs. Samuel Burkhardt and Hunter Piegols, we rethink what “multiple hepatic lesions” really means, and how that shift can change everything from pre-
Does Changing the Needle Matter? Evidence from a Canine Vaccination Trial
Send us Fan MailWhat if one of the most common vaccine rituals in small animal practice doesn’t help patients at all? We sit down with researchers Jane Sagaser and Dr. Rachael Kreisler to unpack a randomized clinical trial that tested whether replacing the needle after drawing up a canine subcutaneous vaccine improves comfort or outcomes. The result is a clear, practice-changing insight: no clinic
Rapid Cooling in Dogs: The Science Behind Post-Exercise Head Dunking
Send us Fan MailA working dog powers through a hot training session, then stops. The clock is ticking, because core temperature can keep climbing even after the effort ends. We sit down with JAVMA student award winner Sarah Parnes to unpack a simple, field-ready strategy that changes outcomes: cool first, transport second. Using the gear most of us carry—a water bottle, a towel, a small cooler—Sar
The Overlooked Electrolyte: How Low Chloride Impacts Survival in Dogs with Heart Failure
Send us Fan MailA single ion is changing how we read the story of canine heart failure. We sit down with cardiologist Dr. Darcy Adin and internist–nephrology researcher Dr. Autumn Harris to unpack why hypochloremia—once dismissed as collateral damage from diuretics—now stands out as a powerful predictor of survival in dogs with stable congestive heart failure. The conversation moves from physiolog
Companion Animals and H5N1: What Vets and Owners Should Know
Send us Fan MailA spike in feline H5N1 cases has many of us asking the same question: how did bird flu end up in our living rooms? We sit down with author and clinician Dr. Jane Sykes to map the path from migratory birds to household pets, spotlighting the two biggest drivers of risk for cats—predation on infected wildlife and contaminated raw diets. The conversation is candid, practical, and root
Bumped-Kinase Inhibitors: A New Path Toward Treating EPM in Horses
Send us Fan MailA small structural “bump” on a molecule might be the big breakthrough EPM care has been waiting for. We sit down with researcher and clinician Izabela de Assis Rocha to unpack how bumped kinase inhibitors exploit a tiny difference between parasite and mammalian kinases to hit Sarcocystis neurona where it hurts—motility, invasion, and replication—while sparing the horse. It’s a mole
Calmer Pets, Safer Vets: The Power of Low-Stress Care
Send us Fan MailA calmer patient isn’t just a kinder visit—it’s a safer workplace. We sit down with researchers Drs. Gene Pavlovsky and Ellen Everett to unpack new data showing that veterinary teams see decreases in bites and scratches when every staff member completes low-stress handling certification. Partial participation helped culture in pockets, but it didn’t move the needle on injuries. The
Weighing the Evidence and the Options: Spectrum of Care
Send us Fan MailWhat if the “gold standard” isn’t the only standard that delivers real results? We sit down with guest editor Dr. Emma Read to explore Spectrum of Care, the evidence-based approach that empowers veterinarians to present a range of medically sound options tailored to each client’s budget, lifestyle, and ability to follow through. Instead of treating alternatives as compromises, we s
Draft Horse Colic Myths, Debunked
Send us Fan MailThink draft horses “do worse” with colic? We put that belief on trial and let the data speak. With equine practitioner and researcher Dr. Jennifer Burns as our guest, we unpack why survival isn’t about breed status—it’s about when the horse arrives and how quickly we act. Drafts are famously stoic, which can mask early pain and delay referral. By the time they reach the hospital, h
Feeding Before Surgery Helps Horses
Send us Fan MailWe sit down with award-winning equine researcher Dr. Charlie Barton to unpack a controlled randomized trial from Colorado State University that challenges the tradition of fasting horses before general anesthesia—and the results are hard to ignore. Horses allowed hay before anesthesia passed manure much sooner post-op, often within three hours, while fasted horses took up to eight.
Sedating Horses Safely
Send us Fan MailHorses and anesthesia make for a high stakes mix, and the numbers prove it. We open the barn door on a new study of oral trazodone in healthy adult horses that boosted sedation but, at a low dose, unexpectedly increased xylazine requirements at induction. Our award-winning guest, Dr. Emmett Swanton, walks us through the why behind the work, what the data actually say, and how to tu
How Veterinary Teams Use Agenda Setting to Boost Client Satisfaction and Efficiency
Send us Fan MailEver have a client drop a “by the way” just as their hand hits the doorknob? We tackle the fix: agenda setting that captures every concern upfront, keeps appointments on track, and strengthens trust without adding time. With guests Drs. Jane Shaw, Kat Sutherland, and Natasha Janke, we map the science and the steps behind a small change that delivers big wins for veterinary teams an
Inside The Bowl: What Home-Prepared Dog Diets Reveal
Send us Fan MailEver wondered what’s actually inside a “homemade” dog diet—and whether it truly keeps dogs healthy? We sat down with researchers Drs. Janice O'Brien and Audrey Ruple from the Dog Aging Project to pull back the curtain on what owners are really feeding, what the data reveals, and how to make home-prepared meals complete and balanced without guesswork. The conversation starts wi
Intradiscal Chondroitinase Injection as a Pragmatic Treatment for Down Dogs
Send us Fan MailWe sit down with Drs. Paul Freeman and Nick Jeffery to discuss a treatment for down dogs that’s changing outcomes and conversations: percutaneous intradiscal chondroitinase injections that act like chemical fenestration, reduce extruded disc material, and help non-ambulatory dogs recover without opening the spine.We walk through the origin of the idea, the ethical hurdles, and the
Taper vs. Cutting Needles for TPLO Closures: What Does the Evidence Say?
Send us Fan MailEver notice how the smallest habits in surgery are the hardest to justify with data? We dig into one of those everyday choices—taper vs. reverse cutting needles for intradermal closure after TPLO—and unpack what the evidence actually says about early incisional healing, complication rates, and the subtle differences that might matter at the 18–24 hour mark. With surgeon-researcher
What Every Vet Should Know About Vital Pulp Therapy—and Why Precision Matters
Send us Fan MailA fractured canine tooth tests more than a dog’s bite—it tests our choices as clinicians. We sat down with researchers Ethan Elazegui and Dr. Elias Wolfs to reexamine vital pulp therapy with new data, honest surprises, and practical guidance you can use on your next dentistry day. The conversation starts with what holds true: an ~80% success rate keeps vital pulp therapy squarely i
Blocked Cats, Clear Choices
Send us Fan MailHyperkalemia in a blocked cat can feel like a five-alarm fire—until you remember what actually fixes the problem. We sit down with Drs. Stephanie Maciorowski and Elizabeth Rozanski to unpack fresh evidence showing that the simplest path is also the strongest: start IV fluids, give calcium gluconate to stabilize the myocardium, and prioritize rapid unobstruction. The headline findin
How Laparoscopic Ultrasound Detects Hidden Liver Lesions in Dogs
Send us Fan MailEver wondered what we might be missing with traditional imaging techniques? Dr. Francesca Solari's groundbreaking research reveals a game-changing approach to diagnosing liver disease in dogs.Laparoscopic ultrasonography is transforming how veterinarians evaluate canine liver disease, detecting lesions that traditional methods miss. Dr. Solari takes us through a fascinating AJ
Feline Parasternal Thoracotomy via Sternocostal Disarticulation
Send us Fan MailSurgical options for our feline patients often lack the robust documentation available for canine procedures. Dr. Kristen Gabriel tackles this gap with her groundbreaking research on parasternal thoracotomy via sternocostal disarticulation in cats—a technique that offers promising results for thoracic exploration when traditional approaches fall short.The conversation delves into t
See It, Learn It, Do It: The Power of Video Manuscripts in Veterinary Medicine
Send us Fan MailEver wondered how to master complex veterinary procedures without someone physically guiding you? Technical Tutorial Videos (TTVs) are revolutionizing veterinary education by providing visual demonstrations that text alone simply cannot convey.In this illuminating conversation, three-time TTV author Dr. Rebecca Bishop shares her journey creating peer-reviewed video manuscripts for
Rapid Disinfection in Busy Veterinary Clinics: The Glass Bead Method
Send us Fan MailThermal glass bead disinfection could revolutionize how veterinary clinics manage instrument hygiene between patients. On this episode of Veterinary Vertex, we dive deep with researchers Steven Frederick and Dr. KP Spivey into their groundbreaking study showing how this technology effectively eliminates bacteria from suture scissors in just 60 seconds.The conversation reveals surpr
The Hidden Link: Pica and Chronic Enteropathy
Send us Fan MailWhat if your pet's habit of eating socks, furniture stuffing, or other non-food items isn't simply bad behavior, but actually a cry for help? Dr. Julianna Perez's groundbreaking research reveals that pica – the consumption of non-food items – may be a clinical sign of chronic enteropathy in dogs and cats.The discovery began in emergency rooms, where veterinarians not
When Wildlife Meets Urban Life: The Salmonella Connection
Send us Fan MailSalmonellosis is far more than just a risk from undercooked burgers. In this eye-opening conversation, wildlife health experts Dr. Sonia Hernandez and Dr. Kim Perez reveal how everyday environmental exposures may pose significant yet underrecognized transmission hazards for this dangerous bacteria.The researchers unpack their fascinating studies of white ibises adapting to urban en
Comfort Without Compromise: Phenylbutazone and Mare Fertility
Send us Fan MailChallenging conventional wisdom in equine reproduction, this episode explores revolutionary research about phenylbutazone's impact on embryo production in mares. When previous studies claimed mares on "bute" had zero successful embryos via intracytoplasmic sperm injection (ICSI), Dr. Kristen Loncar and her team questioned these findings based on their own clinical su
The Science of Decontaminating Subcutaneous Tissue: How Much Lavage is Enough?
Send us Fan MailHave you ever wondered exactly how much lavage solution is needed to effectively decontaminate a surgical wound? This question, so common in veterinary operating rooms, finally has an evidence-based answer.Dr. Vanna Dickerson and veterinary student Cody Westmoreland from Texas A&M University join us to discuss their groundbreaking research on subcutaneous tissue lavage. Their s
Beyond Warming Blankets: Rethinking Temperature Control in Feline Surgery
Send us Fan MailHypothermia during anesthesia represents one of veterinary medicine's most common yet preventable complications. While warming methods abound, which ones actually work? Dr. Rachel Kreisler and veterinary students Mahtab Khanezarrian and John Boules join us to challenge conventional wisdom and share evidence-based solutions.Their groundbreaking research reveals something surpri
Improving Veterinary Journal Publication Times
Send us Fan MailHow long should it take to publish your veterinary research? What happens when a journal promises publication in just 40 days? And how have publication times changed across veterinary medicine in recent years?Dr. Mark Rishniw joins Veterinary Vertex to discuss his eye-opening research on publication speeds across veterinary journals. Drawing from his analysis of submission-to-publi
Inside the Fight Against Foal Pneumonia
Send us Fan MailThe battle against Rhodococcus equi, a devastating bacterial pneumonia in foals, continues to challenge equine veterinarians more than a century after its discovery. This fascinating conversation with Drs. Noah Cohen and Devynn Volding illuminates a previously unexplored aspect of a common preventive measure: the safety of hyperimmune plasma transfusions from an electrolyte perspec
Navigating Bioequivalence: Why Formulation Matters for Emodepside Treatment
Send us Fan MailWhen traditional dewormers fail against resistant hookworms, veterinarians may turn to emodepside as a last resort. But are all formulations created equal? Not according to recently published research.Join us as Theresa Quintana and Drs. Jeba Jesudoss Chelladurai and Stephanie Martinez reveal critical findings about bioequivalence between different emodepside formulations. Their re
Ice Packs and Skin Perfusion
Send us Fan MailThe simple ice pack - a staple in both human and veterinary medicine for reducing pain and swelling. But what if this common therapy has unexpected consequences for healing? Soft tissue surgeon Dr. Vanna Dickerson and veterinary student Gabriella Hansen join us to discuss their fascinating research on how ice packs affect blood flow in canine skin.For years, surgeons have cautioned
The Team Advantage: Relational Coordination in Veterinary Practice
Send us Fan MailVeterinary teams are complex systems where communication, shared goals, and mutual respect directly impact workplace satisfaction and staff retention. In this enlightening conversation, researchers Natasha Janke and Jason Coe reveal groundbreaking findings on the power of relational coordination in veterinary practice.Originally developed in the airline industry to understand South
Polygenic Risk Score Prediction of Complex Diseases in Companion Animals
Send us Fan MailGenetic prediction technology is revolutionizing how we understand disease risk in our pets, yet companion animal medicine lags behind similar advances in humans and production animals. Why? And what does this mean for veterinary medicine?In this fascinating conversation with Dr. Peter Muir and Dr. Mehdi Momen, we explore the emerging science of polygenic risk scores – statistical
Heart Rate Variability Derangements in Dogs with Chagas Disease
Send us Fan MailDr. Roy Madigan joins us to uncover the hidden danger of Chagas disease, a parasitic infection transmitted by "kissing bugs" that's far more prevalent than most veterinarians realize.Contrary to outdated beliefs that Chagas is a "third world disease," this silent killer affects up to 18% of dogs across the southern United States, with millions of cases goin
Leveraging Veterinary Diagnostic Laboratories for Better Patient Outcomes
Send us Fan MailCurious about what happens to your samples after they leave your clinic? Wonder why some tests come back with "no growth" despite clear clinical signs? This eye-opening conversation with microbiologist Kelli Maddock reveals the world of veterinary diagnostic laboratories and how you can leverage them for better patient outcomes.Kelli, Guest Editor of JAVMA's suppleme
AI in Veterinary Diagnostic Imaging: Ethics and Challenges
Send us Fan MailArtificial intelligence is rapidly transforming veterinary diagnostic imaging, but are we ready? In this illuminating conversation with veterinary radiologist Dr. Ryan Appleby, we explore the joint position statement from the American College of Veterinary Radiology and European College of Veterinary Diagnostic Imaging on AI technologies.The eye-opening discussion reveals that none
A Wolf at the Door: Rocky Mountain Spotted Fever in the Americas
Send us Fan Mail"A wolf at the door" – that's how researchers describe the growing threat of Rocky Mountain Spotted Fever (RMSF), a potentially deadly tick-borne disease that's increasingly prevalent across the Americas. In this eye-opening conversation, Drs. Janet Foley and Andres Lopez-Perez challenge common misconceptions about this dangerous pathogen.Did you know the brown
Rethinking Routine: How Needles Stay Sharp After Vaccine Vial Puncture
Send us Fan MailEver wondered if you really need to change that needle after drawing up a vaccine? In this eye-opening conversation, Julia Tawil and Dr. Rachael Kreisler challenge a decades-old practice that most of us have never questioned.Their meticulously designed study measured exactly how much a needle dulls after puncturing a vaccine vial—and the results might surprise you. Using precise fo
Amikacin Concentrations in Healthy Neonatal Foals
Send us Fan MailCurious about the scientific evidence behind treating joint infections in foals? This eye-opening conversation with Dr. David Wallace explores groundbreaking research validating common clinical practices while revealing surprising limitations.Septic joints in foals present a clinical challenge requiring both local and systemic antimicrobial therapy. Until now, veterinarians have la
Ultrasound-Guided Celiac Plexus Block: A Breakthrough for Equine Intestinal Motility
Send us Fan MailA groundbreaking approach to equine intestinal motility takes center stage as Drs. Barbara Delvescovo and Marta Cercone join us to discuss their pioneering research on ultrasound-guided celiac plexus blocks in horses. Their remarkable findings reveal that this technique not only restores but actually enhances intestinal motility beyond baseline levels in normal horses—without causi
Ocular Examinations are Important in Animals Undergoing Aural Surgeries
Send us Fan MailWhen your pet needs ear surgery, their eyes might be the last thing on your mind. Yet Dr. Bianca Hartrum's pioneering research reveals a critical connection between ear procedures and vision health that veterinary professionals and pet owners can no longer afford to ignore.Dr. Hartrum's study examines ocular examinations before and after total ear canal ablation and bulla
Breathing Easier: How Standard Perioperative Protocols are Changing Brachycephalic Surgery
Send us Fan MailBreathing new life into brachycephalic airway surgery practices, this eye-opening conversation with Drs. Vanna Dickerson and Mason Hill reveals how implementing standardized protocols can dramatically reduce post-operative complications in our flat-faced canine companions.The surge in popularity of brachycephalic breeds like French Bulldogs has brought increased attention to the ch
Vitamin E Deficiency in Horses
Send us Fan MailCould your horse be vitamin E deficient without you knowing it? New research suggests this vital nutrient deficiency might be far more common than we realize, even in horses with access to fresh pasture.Drs. Amy Johnson and Megan Palmisano join Veterinary Vertex to discuss their groundbreaking study examining vitamin E concentrations in hospitalized horses. They share a stunning re
Insights for Antimicrobial Stewardship in Small Animal Medicine
Send us Fan MailDr. Jennifer Granick takes us deep into her groundbreaking research on antibiotic prescribing patterns in companion animal practice, revealing both challenges and opportunities for improvement.This conversation unveils the complex reality of veterinary prescribing. Perhaps most surprising is the finding that preventive antibiotic treatments typically last the same duration (10 days
AI in Vet Med: From Bark to Bytes
Send us Fan MailArtificial intelligence is no longer the future of veterinary medicine—it's very much the present. In this captivating discussion with guest editors Casey Cazer, Parminder Basran, and Renata Ivanek, we explore the groundbreaking AJVR supplemental issue "From Bark to Bytes: Artificial Intelligence Transforming Veterinary Medicine." The conversation reveals how AI appl
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