Disease Du Jour

In this episode, Kaycie Hatcher, DVM, joined us to discuss upper respiratory disorders in horses. She talked about common disorders she encounters in practice, her approach to building a differential diagnosis list, treatment and management strategies, and more.This episode of Disease Du Jour is brought to you by Equithrive.GUESTS AND LINKS - EPISODE 181:Host: Carly Sisson (Digital Content Manager) of EquiManagement | Email Carly ([email protected])Guest: Dr. Kaycie Hatcher, DVMPodcast Website: Disease Du JourThis episode of Disease Du Jour podcast is brought to you by Equithrive.Connect with the Host: Carly Sisson (Digital Content Manager) of EquiManagement | Email Carly ([email protected])

In this episode, Rachel Liepman, DVM, DACVIM (large animal), talks about equine wobblers syndrome, which is also known as cervical vertebral stenotic myelopathy or CVSM.“Disease Du Jour” is brought to you in 2023 by Merck Animal Health.

In this episode, we spoke about diagnosing, treating and rehabilitating kissing spines in horses with José M. García-López VMD, DACVS, DACVSMR.“Disease Du Jour” is brought to you in 2023 by Merck Animal Health.

In this episode, we talk about negative palmar angles with Steve O'Grady, DVM, MRCVS, who worked as a professional farrier for a decade prior to obtaining his degree in veterinary medicine. O’Grady’s current practice is Virginia Therapeutic Farriery, which is a referral practice that provides advanced services in equine podiatry. In the podcast, O'Grady gives the basics about what a negative palmar angle is. He talks about the inability to "fix" the damage once it is severe and the effect on other structures in the hoof.O'Grady also offers tips and information about how to recognize this issue in horse feet and the steps to take to help the horse.“Disease Du Jour” is brought to you in 2023 by Merck Animal Health.

In this episode, we talk with Kelly Vineyard, MS, PhD, a senior nutritionist with Equine Technical Solutions at Purina, about inappetence in horses. The discussion focuses on potential causes of inappetence and ways to entice inappetent horses to eat. “Disease Du Jour” is brought to you in 2023 by Merck Animal Health.

In this episode, we talk with Kent Allen, DVM, about diagnosing and treating back and neck pain in horses. Allen advocates for thorough imaging and discusses treatments such as shockwave, corticosteroids and orthobiologics. “Disease Du Jour” is brought to you in 2023 by Merck Animal Health.

In this episode, we talked to Parminder Basran, PhD, a Fellow of the Canadian College of Physicists in Medicine, about the use of artificial intelligence in veterinary medicine. Some of the applications discussed include image analysis, diagnostic decision support and drug discovery. “Disease Du Jour” is brought to you in 2023 by Merck Animal Health.

Equine botulism makes the headlines nearly every year when horses die from ingesting this potent toxin. In this episode, Amy Johnson, DVM, DACVIM (Large Animal and Neurology), discusses the disease. “Disease Du Jour” is brought to you in 2023 by Merck Animal Health.

Orthobiologics have become popular in equine veterinary medicine, but there is some confusion. In this episode of the Disease Du Jour podcast, we chat with Kent Allen, DVM, ISELP Certified, about orthobiologics for horses.“Disease Du Jour” is brought to you in 2023 by Merck Animal Health.

In this episode, Emma Adam, DVM, PhD, DACVIM, DACVS, talks about the discovery of Rotavirus B in foals and offers tips for managing foaling mares. “Disease Du Jour” is brought to you in 2023 by Merck Animal Health.

In this podcast, we talked about equine chiropractic as part of equine integrated sports medicine with Larkspur Carroll, DVM, who owns CORE Therapies LLC in Versailles, Kentucky. She is certified in acupuncture and chiropractic.“Disease Du Jour” is brought to you in 2023 by Merck Animal Health.

In this episode, equine nutritionist Dr. Steve Duren talks about common performance horse nutrition issues. Discussion topics include the microbiome of the horse's gut, equine gastric ulcer syndrome, metabolic issues and allergies.“Disease Du Jour” is brought to you in 2023 by Merck Animal Health.

In episode 100 of the Disease Du Jour podcast, Cara Wright, DVM, MS, offers tips on handling an equine disease outbreak, especially for the attending veterinarian at private barns and stables. “Disease Du Jour” is brought to you in 2023 by Merck Animal Health.

In this episode, Liz Santschi, DVM, DAVCS, talks about angular limb deformities in foals. She discusses congenital versus acquired deformities and ways to assist foals in becoming more functional in affected limbs. She also talks about how to manage fetlock deviations.   “Disease Du Jour” is brought to you in 2023 by Merck Animal Health. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, Chrissy Schneider, DVM, DABVP (Equine) brings you 2022 highlights from Disease Du Jour. You can go back and listen to any of these podcasts on EquiManagement.com or your favorite podcast network.   “Disease Du Jour” is brought to you in 2022 by Merck Animal Health. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, the Merck Animal Health equine professional services team recaps some of their top presentations and experiences at the 2022 AAEP Convention.  “Disease Du Jour” is brought to you in 2022 by Merck Animal Health. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Most veterinarians have had to deal with equine sarcoids. In episode 96 of the Disease Du Jour podcast, we talk with Professor Emeritus Derek Knottenbelt, Director, Equine Medical Solutions Ltd. in the United Kingdom about this common equine cancer. “Disease Du Jour” is brought to you in 2022 by Merck Animal Health. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The first step in equine tendon healing is proper diagnosis. In this episode, Dr. Roland Thaler discusses diagnosing tendon injuries, how to better ultrasound tendons, complications in tendon healing, active rest for treatment, and more. “Disease Du Jour” is brought to you in 2022 by Merck Animal Health. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Are you wondering which talks, events or meetings to attend at the 2022 AAEP Convention? The Merck Animal Health equine professional services team offers some suggestions in this episode. "Disease Du Jour" is brought to you in 2022 by Merck Animal Health. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sooner or later, every equine veterinarian faces some type of hoof crack. In this episode, Steve O'Grady, a professional farrier with a degree in veterinary medicine, discusses the causes, diagnoses and treatments of hoof cracks, as well as how veterinarians can work with farriers in these cases. "Disease Du Jour" is brought to you in 2022 by Merck Animal Health. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

What should veterinarians and vet techs know about mule and donkey physiology and behavior to better care for these patients? Join us as we discuss this topic with Amy Mclean, PhD, an assistant professor of teaching at the University of California, Davis, College of Veterinary Medicine. "Disease Du Jour" is brought to you in 2022 by Merck Animal Health. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, Dr. Rachel Liepman discusses respiratory issues common to horses, including clinical signs, diagnoses, treatments, complications and client management. "Disease Du Jour" is brought to you in 2022 by Merck Animal Health. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Thrush is more common in horses than you might think, while canker is sometimes mistaken for severe thrush. Tune in to hear Craig Lesser, DVM, CJF, discuss contributing factors and treatment for these two equine foot issues. "Disease Du Jour" is brought to you in 2022 by Merck Animal Health. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

When submitting diagnostic samples to a lab, there are a lot of things to consider. Dr. Toby Pinn-Woodcock suggests "partnering" with your lab for guidance and offers tips for collecting and handling specimens from your clients' horses."Disease Du Jour" is brought to you in 2022 by Merck Animal Health. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Pituitary pars intermedia dysfunction (PPID, or equine Cushing’s disease): How common is it, what are the clinical signs/lab findings, and how is it diagnosed? Dr. Harold Schott discusses the ins and outs of this disorder and why it's good to catch it early."Disease Du Jour" is brought to you in 2022 by Merck Animal Health. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, nutritionist Dr. Clair Thunes offers tips for helping otherwise healthy horses that are struggling to maintain weight during the summer."Disease Du Jour" is brought to you in 2022 by Merck Animal Health. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Being faced with a neurologic horse can be daunting. In this episode, Dr. Emily Schaefer discusses key things for veterinarians to consider when performing a neurologic exam."Disease Du Jour" is brought to you in 2022 by Merck Animal Health. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Angela Pelzel-McCluskey, DVM, MS, discusses the increasing risk to the U.S. horse population from EIA and piroplasmosis carried by illegally imported horses."Disease Du Jour" is brought to you in 2022 by Merck Animal Health. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, we focus on what is often an ocular emergency--corneal ulcers--with Dr. Ann Dwyer of the Genesee Valley Equine Clinic in New York."Disease Du Jour" is brought to you in 2022 by Merck Animal Health. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

How far can a horse spread the equine influenza virus? In this episode, Dr. Tom Chambers helps us better understand the equine influenza virus and how it affects horses.Disease Du Jour" is brought to you in 2022 by Merck Animal Health. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dr. Teresa Burns discusses how equine veterinarians can help their clients better understand equine metabolic syndrome (EMS)."Disease Du Jour" is brought to you in 2022 by Merck Animal Health. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In episode 81 of the Disease Du Jour podcast, we talk with Ann-Marie Aumann, DVM, CVA, CVCH, owner of Del Dios Veterinary Acupuncture, on the topic of equine acupuncture."Disease Du Jour" is brought to you in 2022 by Merck Animal Health. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dr. Jesse Tyma offers practical advice to veterinarians on handling colicky horses and their clients in this podcast.Disease Du Jour is brought to you in 2022 by Merck Animal Health. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, we discuss equine sinuses and associated problems with Alison Gardner, DVM, DACVS, an assistant professor in Clinical Equine Surgery, Department of Veterinary Clinical Science at The Ohio State University.Disease Du Jour is brought to you in 2022 by Merck Animal Health. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dr. Ashley Boyle of the University of Pennsylvania's New Bolton Center offers tips on managing equine strangles in this episode. Disease Du Jour is brought to you in 2022 by Merck Animal Health. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Tune in as we talk to Dr. Caroline McKinney about the "ins and outs" of equine diarrhea.Disease Du Jour is brought to you in 2022 by Merck Animal Health. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, Drs. Joseph Hahn and Chrissie Schneider discuss critical information from this recent survey on veterinarian wellbeing.Disease Du Jour is brought to you in 2022 by Merck Animal Health. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, Drs. Kira Epstein and Naomi Crabtree of the University of Georgia College of Veterinary Medicine discuss the concepts and challenges of using fluid therapy in equine practice. Disease Du Jour is brought to you in 2022 by Merck Animal Health. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dr. Macarena Sanz gives an overview of R. equi in foals with research-based prevention and treatment updates in this episode of Disease Du Jour.  Disease Du Jour is brought to you in 2022 by Merck Animal Health. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Veteran equine reproduction expert Dr. Tom Riddle walks us through some tips for foaling season. Disease Du Jour is brought to you in 2022 by Merck Animal Health. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Probably the most popular AAEP committee meeting that is held during the Convention each year is for the Infectious Disease Committee (sometimes referred to as IDC). In this episode, we highlight a year's worth of infectious disease information was covered at the AAEP Infectious Disease Committee meeting.Disease Du Jour is brought to you in 2021 by Merck Animal Health. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, the veterinary technical services team of Merck Animal Health talks about some outstanding AAEP Convention presentations.Disease Du Jour is brought to you in 2021 by Merck Animal Health. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

How common are emergencies involving the eye in equine practice? What are the most common problems that prompt an urgent visit? In this episode, Dr. Ann Dwyer answers these questions and more. Disease Du Jour is brought to you in 2021 by Merck Animal Health. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

As the year comes to a close, veterinarians are busy getting ready for breeding time. In this episode, we chat with Bryant Craig, DVM, about preparing for next year's foaling and breeding seasons. Disease Du Jour is brought to you in 2021 by Merck Animal Health. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Join AAEP Director of Industry Relations Keith Kleine as we look at all the education and entertainment options ready for you at the 2021 AAEP Convention live in Nashville, Tennessee.Disease Du Jour is brought to you in 2021 by Merck Animal Health. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, Dr. Ann Rashmir offers new perspectives on "old" dermatologic diseases. Disease Du Jour is brought to you in 2021 by Merck Animal Health. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, Dr. Alison Gardner walks through various types of colics, diagnoses, treatments and what to look for.Disease Du Jour is brought to you in 2021 by Merck Animal Health. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, we chat with Dr. Deb Sellon about equine arboviruses, specifically mosquito-borne encephalitides.Disease Du Jour is brought to you in 2020 by Merck Animal Health. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

"Rabies is a great mimicker. Horses can come in as lameness, choke, colic or other suspected neurologic disease. If a horse comes in with signs of encephalitis and cranial nerve signs and no good history of vaccination, be suspicious." In this episode, we chat with Dr. Amy Johnson about equine rabies. Disease Du Jour is brought to you in 2020 by Merck Animal Health. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, we chat with Drs. Jack Easley and William "Bo" Rainbow about equine dentistry. Be sure to check out the bonus webinar!Disease Du Jour is brought to you in 2020 by Merck Animal Health. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.