Special Ep6 - Pain, Performance, and Recovery: Where Rehab Meets Anesthesia

What happens when veterinary rehabilitation and anesthesia team up? In this episode, our trio of veterinary anesthesiologists is joined by Dr. Leilani Alvarez, board-certified in Sports Medicine & Rehabilitation from the Animal Medical Center in New York City. We talk chronic pain, agility dogs, and the powerful overlap between rehab medicine and anesthesia care. We also dive into modern pain management options, including Librela and Solensia, and how multimodal strategies can improve quality of life. Practical, collaborative, and packed with insights for keeping patients comfortable and moving well.