Joining Anthony for this episode of VETchat by The Webinar Vet are Hannah Pinnock and Wendy Phelan, two territory managers from NationWide Laboratories and NVS Group, with over 20 years of combined experience in the veterinary industry. In this episode, we'll explore the driving forces behind independent practices, the motivations and challenges of starting a new practice, and the secrets to success. Hannah and Wendy share their insights on what drives independent practices, from building relationships with practices to the importance of customer excellence and pathologists’ support. They'll ..read more

Joining Anthony for this episode of VETchat by The Webinar Vet is Theo Smith, Co-founder of Neurodiversity World, Specialist in Neurodiversity and Neuroinclusion strategy at work, and a Keynote speaker. In this episode, Anthony and Theo discuss the importance of embracing neurodiversity in the workplace and the veterinary profession. Theo shares his personal journey and how he has got to where he is now. They discuss how supporting neurodiversity in the workplace can lead to innovation, creativity, and a more inclusive work environment. They also note how important it is to create adaptations ..read more

This episode of VETchat by The Webinar Vet is hosted by Suzanne Jarvis, editor-in-chief of Vet Record. It is part of Vet Record’s series exploring the role of the microbiome in companion animal health and disease, sponsored by Protexin Veterinary. Joining Suzanne is Ruth Gostelow, Senior Lecturer at The Royal Veterinary College. In this episode, Ruth chats to us about how the microbiome might be acting in relation to diabetes, and also how this could interplay with satiety and obesity. She explains that the microbiome isn’t just about ‘who’ is there in relation to microbial populations, but al ..read more

This episode of VETchat by The Webinar Vet is hosted by Suzanne Jarvis, editor-in-chief of Vet Record. It is part of Vet Record’s series exploring the role of the microbiome in companion animal health and disease, sponsored by Protexin Veterinary. Joining Suzanne are Holger Volk, Head of the Department of Small Animal Medicine and Surgery at the University of Veterinary Medicine Hanover, and Sára Sándor, a geneticist at Eötvös Loránd University, Budapest. Holger is particularly interested in neurological diseases such as epilepsy and how the gut-brain axis influences these, while Sára’s work f ..read more

This episode of VETchat by The Webinar Vet is hosted by Suzanne Jarvis, editor-in-chief of Vet Record and BVA journals. It is part of Vet Record’s series exploring the role of the microbiome in companion animal health and disease, in association with Protexin Veterinary. Joining Suzanne is Emily Coffey, Assistant Professor of Small Animal Internal Medicine at the University of Minnesota. She is particularly interested in the microbiome of urine and host-microbe interactions in the urinary tract. In this episode, they discuss the normal microbiome of the urine, what happens when that is disrupt ..read more

Joining Anthony for this episode of VETchat by The Webinar Vet are Sandra Dawnson BSc BVMS FRCPath MRCVS and Jasmine Chan BVetMed, BSc (Hon) CompPath, MRCVS from NationWide Laboratories. In this episode, they discuss their journey into veterinary pathology, the importance of education in the industry, and the impact of modern technology on their work. Discover the daily tasks, joys, and essential skills for success in the lab, and learn about how the support and development opportunities available can help you thrive in a workplace. Gain insights into the future of veterinary medicine and the ..read more

This episode is part of our oncology mini-series on VETchat by The Webinar Vet. Joining Anthony today is Douglas Thamm, the Barbara Cox Anthony Professor of Oncology and Director of Clinical Research at the Colorado State University Flint Animal Cancer Center.  In this episode, Anthony and Doug discuss the cancer and clinical trials. Doug shares some insight into his life at Colorado State University as one of the profession's most expert oncologists. They talk about clinical trials, where Doug tells us about an exciting study with some upcoming results. Doug also shares the types of ongo ..read more

This episode is part of our oncology mini-series on VETchat by The Webinar Vet. Joining Anthony today is Sarah Mason, Head of Oncology at Southfields Veterinary Specialists in Essex. They discuss the advancements in cancer research and treatment, including the use of genomics in canine cancers and personalised medicine. Sarah discusses the use of surgery and radiation as a combined treatment method, emphasising how she believes we should not be using surgery alone. They also explore the role of radiation therapy in treating various tumours, such as nasal tumours, brain tumours, and anal sac tu ..read more

This episode is part of our oncology mini-series on VETchat by The Webinar Vet. Joining Anthony today is Rachel Venable, Founder of Pet Cancer Care Consulting. In this episode, Anthony and Rachel discuss how your practice can bridge the gap between pet owners and board-certified oncologists. Rachel shares her career to date and her experiences in different states across the US. They cover the importance of proper diagnosis in oncology cases, the use of cytology and punch biopsies, and the benefits of teleconsulting in veterinary medicine. Rachel shares her excitement for the future of immunoth ..read more

This episode is part of our oncology mini-series on VETchat by The Webinar Vet. Joining Anthony today is Owen Davies, RCVS, American and European specialist in veterinary oncology. In this episode, Anthony and Owen discuss some of the new advancements in oncology. Owen starts by sharing his career to date and then discusses some of the most recent advancements in oncology, such as those in screening tests and osteosarcoma treatment. They also talk about the use of liquid biopsies for early cancer detection, the challenges of treating feline lymphoma, and the potential of immunotherapy in canc ..read more