In this episode, Amelie McAndrews, DVM, DAVDC-Eq, of Garden State Equine Dentistry, joined us to talk about Equine Odontoclastic Tooth Resorption (EOTRH). She discussed the prevalence of the disease and described common clinical signs, management options, and more. The Disease Du Jour podcast is brought to you by Merck Animal Health. Disease Du Jour Podcast Hosts, Guests, and Links Episode 132: Host: Carly Sisson (Digital Content Manager) of EquiManagement | Email Carly (CSisson@equinenetwork.com) Guest: Amelie McAndrews, DVM, DAVDC-Eq of Garden State Equine Dentistry Podcast Website: Di ..read more

In this episode, Laura Javsicas, VMD, Dipl. ACVIM, joined us to talk about caring for neonates in the field. During the conversation, she explained her standard newborn foal examination, listed some common conditions she encounters with neonates, and discussed conditions that might require referral to a hospital. The Disease Du Jour podcast is brought to you in 2024 by Merck Animal Health. Disease Du Jour Podcast Hosts, Guests, and Links Episode 131: Host: Carly Sisson (Digital Content Manager) of EquiManagement | Email Carly (CSisson@equinenetwork.com) Guest: Laura Javsicas, VMD, Dipl. ACVIM ..read more

In this episode, Jesse Tyma, DVM, Dipl. ACVS, joins us to discuss OCD in horses. She explains some of the risk factors for developing OCD and offers strategies for managing horses with the condition. Disease Du Jour Podcast Hosts, Guests, and Links Episode 130: Host: Carly Sisson (Digital Content Manager) of EquiManagement | Email Carly (CSisson@equinenetwork.com) Guest: Jesse Tyma, DVM, Dipl. ACVS Podcast Website: Disease Du Jour The Disease Du Jour podcast is brought to you in 2024 by Merck Animal Health ..read more

In this episode, Ingrid Wolff, DVM, of Armitas Equine Veterinary Service, joined us to discuss veterinarian-farrier collaboration. Wolff had a successful farrier practice before becoming an equine veterinarian, and she continues to focus on podiatry in her veterinary practice. During the episode, she discussed conditions that might require veterinarians to work closely with farriers and offered recommendations for communicating and collaborating effectively. Disease Du Jour Podcast Hosts, Guests, and Links Episode 129: Host: Carly Sisson (Digital Content Manager) of EquiManagement | Email Car ..read more

In this episode, Peyton Draheim, DVM, DACT, MS, joins us to discuss uterine biofilms. She explains what a biofilm is and offers strategies for diagnosing and treating them. She also offers strategies for managing a mare with a history of biofilms during breeding season to help her maintain a pregnancy. Disease Du Jour Podcast Hosts, Guests, and Links Episode 128: Host: Carly Sisson (Digital Content Manager) of EquiManagement | Email Carly (CSisson@equinenetwork.com) Guest: Dr. Peyton Draheim, DVM, DACT, MS Podcast Website: Disease Du Jour The Disease Du Jour podcast is brought to you in ..read more

In this episode, Kathryn Duncan, DVM, PhD, DACVM (Parasitology), senior professional services veterinarian for Merck Animal Health, joined us to talk about fecal egg counts for horses. During the conversation, she explained why fecal egg counts are important and offered suggestions for practitioners who want to offer the service to clients. Disease Du Jour Podcast Hosts, Guests, and Links Episode 127: Host: Carly Sisson (Digital Content Manager) of EquiManagement | Email Carly (CSisson@equinenetwork.com) Guest: Kathryn Duncan, DVM, PhD, DACVM (Parasitology) Podcast Website: Disease Du Jo ..read more

In this episode, Toby Pinn-Woodcock, DVM, DACVIM, joins us to discuss Lyme disease in horses. Discussion topics include clinical signs of Lyme disease, testing recommendations, treatments, vaccination protocols, and more. Disease Du Jour Podcast Hosts, Guests, and Links Episode 126: Host: Carly Sisson (Digital Content Manager) of EquiManagementConnect with Carly on LinkedIn Guest: Dr. Toby Pinn-Woodcock, DVM, DACVIM Podcast Website: Disease Du Jour The Disease Du Jour podcast is brought to you in 2024 by Merck Animal Health ..read more

In this episode, the veterinary services team of Merck Animal Health talk about important meetings and presentations from the 2023 AAEP Convention. Disease Du Jour Podcast Hosts, Guests, and Links Episode 124: Hosts: Kimberly S. Brown (Editor) and Carly Sisson (Digital Content Manager) of EquiManagementConnect with Carly on LinkedIn Guest: Dr. Bryant Craig Guest: Dr. Duane E. Chappell Guest: Dr. Chrissie Schneider Guest: Dr. Cara Wright Guest: Dr. Phil van Harreveld Podcast Website: Disease Du Jour ..read more

In this episode, Christopher Elliott, BVSC, MRCVS, MANZCVS, DACVSMR, talks about diagnosing, treating and rehabilitating back pain in horses. He starts by discussing clinical signs of back pain and what an initial examination might entail. He talks about diagnostic imaging options and outlines some of the common diagnoses he makes in horses with sore backs. Finally, he discusses various treatment modalities and exercises that can help these horses return to work. Disease Du Jour Podcast Hosts, Guests, and Links Episode 123: Hosts: Kimberly S. Brown (Editor) and Carly Sisson (Digital Cont ..read more

Disease Du Jour Podcast Hosts, Guests, and Links Episode 122 In this episode, Dr. Erika Schwarz discusses equine West Nile virus. She provides a brief history of the disease in the United States, outlines common clinical signs and discusses strategies for disease prevention. Hosts: Kimberly S. Brown (Editor) and Carly Sisson (Digital Content Manager) of EquiManagementConnect with Carly on LinkedIn Guests: Erika Schwarz, DVM, MPH, PhD, DACVM. Podcast Website: Disease Du Jour ..read more