Dermatology

Managing a one-time case of otitis is bad enough. Treating difficult cases? Insert exasperated sounds here. Dont worry, weve got your back.

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Valerie Fadok, DVM, PhD, DACVD, dermatologist in the Veterinary Specialty Team at Zoetis, explains the importance of knowing which species caused dermatophytosis in your pet.

Valerie Fadok, DVM, PhD, DACVD, dermatologist in the Veterinary Specialty Team at Zoetis, discusses the diagnosis of dermatophytosis.

Veterinary dermatologist Melissa Hall, DVM, DACVD, wants you to zero in the cause of crusty (or scaly) lesions in your feline patientsand come up with a plan to treat them.

Oh, those vexing veterinary dermatologic signs. Don't be fooled by them-examine samples first.

Valerie Fadok, DVM, PhD, DACVD, dermatologist in the Veterinary Specialty Team at Zoetis, discusses the best approach to advising a client who believes their pet may have infected them with dermatophytosis.

From image quizzes to journal reviews and updated protocols, heres what your colleagues couldnt get enough of this year.

Valerie Fadok, DVM, PhD, DACVD, dermatologist in the Veterinary Specialty Team at Zoetis, discusses the seasonality of dermatophytes.

Valerie Fadok, DVM, PhD, DACVD, dermatologist in the Veterinary Specialty Team at Zoetis, discusses how the management of canine atopic dermatitis has changed over the years.

Valerie Fadok, DVM, PhD, DACVD, dermatologist in the Veterinary Specialty Team at Zoetis, discusses the different factors that veterinarians should consider before diagnosing patients with atopic dermatitis.

In a study recently published in PLoS ONE, researchers reported the presence, prevalence, and phylogenetic relationships of skin mites, including Demodex mites, in social wild and domestic mammals.

Many people mistakenly think Doberman pinschers, which have stood alongside soldiers and police officers, arent in need of attention and affection. But being misunderstood isnt the breeds only dilemma. Here are five common Doberman pinscher problems veterinarians should know.

Your patient is miserable, your client is annoyed and it's not getting better. Here's some data that points to the biggest problems with dermatology cases and some advice on how to address it.

Calling a growth grape-sized would be fine if grapes only came in one size. Get specific and use this tip for keeping a ruler handy at all times.

A recent study reported bacterial dysbiosis in dogs sensitized to, then challenged with, house dust mite (HDM) allergens.

Veterinary dermatologist Dr. Melissa Hall takes the "Oh, mercy!" out of MRSA.

At the Atlantic Coast Veterinary Conference, Valerie Fadok, DVM, PhD, Diplomate ACVD, discussed treatment for feline skin syndromes.

Your clients have dermatology concerns they're itching to ask about. This handout covers 7 common questions that clients ask.

These three skin diseases arent zebrastheyre more like donkeys. Learn to recognize their hoofbeats so you dont miss the diagnosis.

Valerie Fadok, DVM, PhD, DACVD, dermatologist in the Veterinary Specialty Team at Zoetis, discusses canine atopic dermatitis.

Dr. Jason Stull has three ways to curb the disturbing trend of antimicrobial resistance.

The clinical presentation of gnarly otitis externa cases makes it difficult to even see that tympanic membrane. Ask yourself these questions before you tackle your next case, and arrive at a diagnosis and treatment plan swiftly.

Labs, goldens, bulldogs, Westies ... and yes, bassets. (Plus any other dog who regularly puts in her laps to stay cool or stay trim.) Theyre all more likely than average to suffer from otitis.

Clients rubbing their chins over feline chin acne? Give them a guide to causes, signs, diagnosis and treatment.

A beautiful coat on a healthy cat can be irresistible, but when a cat suffers from skin issues such as allergic dermatitis it can be distressful to pet and owner alike.

Are you interested in cutaneous cytology but unsure of how best to collect samples? You're in luck! Read this practical guide and you will be swabbing ears and tail folds like a pro in no time.

We love aural communication, which is why weve put together this list of some of our favorite veterinarian and veterinary technician ear tips from readers in the past few years

From outside to inside, Drs. Darin Dell and Melissa Hall share what they're most excited about in veterinary dermatology now and in the not-so-distant future.