Expert Interviews

Jeffrey Backus, CVT, RVT, VTS (ECC), ER/ICU veterinary technician at Tufts University, says the "think protocol" really comes down to just critical thinking.

Khursheed Mama, DVM, DACVAA, professor of veterinary anesthesiology at Colorado State University, says breed-specific anesthesia challenges are not as common as people think they are.

Joe Dwyer, president of Daniel’s Dream and speaker with JoeDwyerSpeaking.com, started the Prosper with the Pack program to provide youth with the opportunity to learn from dogs to ultimately lead better lives.

Lisa Radosta, DVM, DACVB, owner of Florida Veterinary Behavior Service, explains that feline aggression could be the result of genetics, lack of socialization, and trauma.

According to Ken Drobatz, DVM, MSCE, DACVIM, DACVECC, professor of critical care at the University of Pennsylvania, the most commonly seen pet toxins are rodenticides anticoagulant toxins.

Jennifer Welser, DVM, DACVO, chief medical officer of BluePearl Veterinary Partners, says when dealing with a patient's eyes, rapid intervention is key.

Alan Robinson, BVSc, MRCVS, DMS, director of VetDynamics UK Ltd, explains that a successful veterinary practice is not an overnight sensation.

The treatment of diabetic ketoacidosis has evolved somewhat over time, says Jamie M. Burkitt, DVM, DACVECC, assistant professor of clinical surgical and radiological sciences at the University of California, Davis.

Jeff Adney, BA, president of PermaTek Coatings, advises veterinary business owners which types of floorings to avoid in their veterinary practice or hospital.

When it comes to end-of-life care, Sandra Grossman, PhD, owner of PetLoss Partners and Compassionate Practice Consulting, says the setup of your practice can drastically affect client experience.

Heidi Lobprise, DVM, DAVDC, veterinary dental specialist at Main Street Veterinary Hospital and Dental Clinic in Flower Mound, Texas, says a lot of age-related pet health issues are due to organ dysfunction.

Emergency, critical and trauma patients benefit greatly from these pain medications, says criticalist Dr. Garret Pachtinger.

Don Harris, DVM, medical director at the Avian & Exotic Animal Medical Center in Miami, Florida, says every emergency facility should be able to manage exotics because they will get the cases.

Jennifer Ogeer, DVM, MSS, MBA, MA, medical affairs marketing manager for IDEXX Laboratories, Inc., discusses the different methods of treating kidney disease in dogs and cats.

Throughout his career, Alan Robinson, BVSc, MRCVS, DMS, director of VetDynamics UK Ltd, has found that, consistently, most veterinarians work far too hard for far too long with far too little return from their businesses.

Deborah Silverstein, DVM, DACVECC, associate professor of critical care at the University of Pennsylvania, talks about the various indications for giving fluids by different routes.

Kenichiro Yagi, MS, RVT, VTS (ECC, SAIM), ICU manager at Adobe Animal Hospital in Los Altos, California, says the Veterinary Nurse Initiative will create a recognizable profession with a single identity that will allow veterinary technicians to pursue their goals better.

One thing Jeffrey Backus, CVT, RVT, VTS (ECC), ER/ICU veterinary technician at Tufts University, emphasizes when dealing with respiratory distressed patients is Fear Free and stress-free handling.

Christopher Cripps, DVM, owner of Betterbee, runs through a typical veterinary examination of a beehive.

Carol Robertson-Plouch, DVM, Translational and Comparative Medical Research (TCMR), LRL Strategic R&D Innovations at Eli Lilly Research Laboratories, believes that comparative medicine has been getting some much needed attention.

According to Bonnie Wright, DVM, DACVAA, CEO of Mistral Vet, physical medicine (nonpharmacological therapies) should be used with every patient.

Sheila Grosdidier, SCP, consultant for Veterinary Management Consultation, Inc., says the hunt for talent in the veterinary profession is now a constant practice.

Jennifer Ogeer, DVM, MSS, MBA, MA, medical affairs marketing manager for IDEXX Laboratories, Inc., talks about how the IDEXX SDMA Test allows veterinarians to detect kidney disease earlier.

The potential adverse effects of fluid therapy, says Deborah Silverstein, DVM, DACVECC, associate professor of critical care at the University of Pennsylvania, are numerous, and there are some effects that we may not even know.

Sandra Grossman, PhD, owner of PetLoss Partners and Compassionate Practice Consulting, talks about a few simple things you should do for your client when their pet passes away.

Andrew Linklater, DVM, DACVECC, from Lakeshore Veterinary Specialists, explains the possible causes of seizures in cats and dogs.

John D. Anastasio, DVM, DACVECC, medical director of emergency and critical care at VRC Specialty Hospital in Malvern, Pennsylvania, explains the difference between CPR and CPCR.

Carlos Aquino, compliance consultant for PharmaDiversion, LLC., expresses the importance of using medical charts, and what you need to write down when prescribing drugs.