Tune in to make veterinary dermatology more fun than frustrating! This podcast features Dr. Ashley Bourgeois, DVM, Dip ACVD sharing practical tips on dermatologic workups you can bring to clinical practice right away. Also, stories about navigating the messy (yet beautiful) journey of being a vet mom while building a career you love.
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220. The Dos and Don'ts of getting amazing cytology samples!
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One of the top questions I get asked... "How do I get better cytology samples?". This week's episode of The Derm Vet podcast goes over some Dos and Don'ts to improve your cytology collection technique to get amazing samples! DO: use your non-dominant hand to assist DO: get under crust and scale DO: practice DO: use different collection techniques D…
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219. 6 tips to convince clients to use topicals
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Topical therapy is so important in the management of long-term dermatologic disease. Whether it is maintenance for skin barrier dysfunction or to control an active infection, we know it can make a huge difference in our success. However, it can be a big hassle for pet owners to implement. So, how do you convince owners to use the shampoo you sent h…
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218. Take away the FEAR in EARS
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Chronic otitis can be a scary and frustrating disease to manage. Ears can be painful to the pet and lead to irreversible changes like calcification. Learn some tips on how to be less fEARful at managing ear disease on this week's episode of The Derm Vet podcast! Timestamps Intro 00:00 First Tip On Managing Ears 01:40 Second Tip On Managing Ears 03:…
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217. Eyes and Skin- A veterinary ophthalmologist joins the podcast!
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On this week's episode of the podcast, Dr. Alex Sigmund, DVM, DACVO joins for a fun conversation. As a board-certified veterinary ophthalmologist he gives his input regarding allergic conjunctivitis, periocular disease and more! You can find him on Instagram as @theveteyeguy. Enjoy this fun episode! TIMESTAMPS Intro 00:00 Common Ophthalmology Cases…
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216. German Shepherd Dermatology
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With different dog breeds, we can see various phenotypes of allergic skin disease. With German Shepherd dogs, we can see a more ulcerative dermatitis when they get infected with their underlying allergies. Areas of the body such as ventral abdomen and paws tends to be particularly affected. A different presentation of skin disease can lead to diffe…
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215. How the Irish vets manage allergies
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On this episode of The Derm Vet podcast, I get to welcome Darragh O' Hanlon. He is an advanced veterinary practitioner in veterinary dermatology in Dublin, Ireland. You may know him as @thetopicalvet on Instagram. We have a great conversation about long-term allergy management and how to implement immunotherapy successfully in allergic patients. He…
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214. How to make dermatology CHEAPer...
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A preview of one of my lectures coming up this summer at the World Congress of Veterinary Dermatology (WCVD)... Managing dermatologic diseases can be frustrating and costly for pet owners due to the chronicity of diseases and ongoing treatment required for many patients. Secondary issues such as pyoderma and otitis are also common issues that can b…
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213. Color Dilution Alopecia
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Color Dilution Alopecia (CDA) is a rare disease that affects dogs with dilute coat color (blue, fawn, etc.). This disease results from abnormal distribution of melanin granules and formation of macromelanosomes in the hair shaft. This weakens hair and causes them to break especially along the dorsum. Learn how to recognize this disease, useful diag…
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212. Feline Dermatology with Dr. Gary Marshall
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We all know that cats are tough with their skin management... so I invited my good friend and feline practitioner Dr. Gary Marshall to join the podcast to discuss this topic. What can you use in cats to manage itch? Is it appropriate to give steroid injections? How do you get a cat to take Atopica? What about flea control? Learn the similarities an…
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211. How to use less drugs with environmental allergies
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"Ideally, I would give no drugs at all to manage the allergies." When owners tell you this, do you just assume it isn't possible. Of course, there are certain cases that are tough and require systemic medications to control their atopic dermatitis. However, there are options we have to manage these pets with less systemic drugs. From diagnosis to s…
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210. Veterinary Dermatology in Mexico -- what's the same and what's different?
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It is always fascinating to learn about veterinary medicine in different countries. There can be many similarities but a lot of differences as well. Today's podcast episode welcomes Dr. Galia Sheinberg, DLACVD to discuss her dermatology practice in Mexico City. We talk about the differences in work flow for veterinary medicine between Mexico and US…
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I had people asking about my path in dermatology recently. So I put together a fun, personal episode of the podcast highlighting my path in school, internship and residency. This includes how I fell in love with dermatology and why I started The Derm Vet. Enjoy this week's episode!Kirjoittanut Ashley Bourgeois, DVM, Dip ACVD
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208. Four quick tips to improve your derm practice
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Four quick tips to improve your overall confidence in dermatology diagnostics and case management. Learn about them on this week's episode of The Derm Vet podcast!Kirjoittanut Ashley Bourgeois, DVM, Dip ACVD
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207. When flea-nial strikes!
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Flea-nial by the owner can be difficult when you really feel like flea allergy dermatitis is a big cause of a pet's itch. Learn about a recent situation I had in the clinic and how I navigated that conversation.Kirjoittanut Ashley Bourgeois, DVM, Dip ACVD
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206. Tips and Tricks to be Successful with Diet Trials
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We have covered food trials on the podcast previously. But what are some tips you can use to really work with your clients and be successful? Vegan marshmallows? What can they chew while on a diet trial? Check out this week's episode of The Derm Vet podcast!Kirjoittanut Ashley Bourgeois, DVM, Dip ACVD
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205. The most annoying dermatologist answer ever... "It depends."
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Have you ever been at a conference, asked a dermatologist a question and get the dreaded answer.... "it depends"? Why can't we commit to a more clear cut answer for you? Find out why on this week's episode of The Derm Vet podcast.Kirjoittanut Ashley Bourgeois, DVM, Dip ACVD
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204. The Derm Vet X The Dogtor Bros crossover: Parenthood in veterinary medicine
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Exciting episode of the podcast this week! The Derm Vet X The Dogtor Bros crossover! I had the privilege to discuss parenthood on their podcast and wanted to share the episode on my platform. Even if you are not a parent, there is a lot of great discussion about work/life integration. Check out this episode and other episodes of The Dogtor Bros pod…
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203. Are you using topicals correctly?
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It is very important to assure you know what ingredients are in the topicals you are using. Also, to utilize topical products beyond infection control. Learn more about particular products and when to use them on this week's episode of The Derm Vet podcast!Kirjoittanut Ashley Bourgeois, DVM, Dip ACVD
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202. Working up pododermatitis
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There are many causes for pododermatitis... how do you assure you work these cases up the right way? If it is due to underlying allergies, which treatments tend to be more successful? Check out this week's episode of The Derm Vet podcast!Kirjoittanut Ashley Bourgeois, DVM, DACVD
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201. Happy New Year! Is it the right time to start a diet trial?
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With the new year, many people are feeling refreshed and the need to make a change. As a veterinary dermatologist, I had a lot of clients putting off diet trials in their pets until after the holidays. But is it the right time in January? What reminders do we need to give clients? Find out more on today's episode of The Derm Vet podcast!…
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200. Derm wrap up for 2023!
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I can't believe it has the end of another year for the podcast! Here is a fun year end wrap up where I discuss derm wins for listeners of The Derm Vet podcast!Kirjoittanut Ashley Bourgeois, DVM, Dip ACVD
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199. Approach to immune mediated disease
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What are things you should consider when approaching a case with an immune mediated disease? Check out this week's episode of The Derm Vet podcast!Kirjoittanut Ashley Bourgeois, DVM, Dip ACVD
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198. How to collect a cat derm history
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The podcast is officially 4 years old! Thanks for your support! Cat dermatology can be difficult. Even more reason it is SO important to know how to collect a quality history on your kitty patients. What questions should you ask? How can you be time efficient with history? Find out this and more on this week's episode of The Derm Vet podcast!…
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197. When your allergy case stops responding...
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Sometimes chronic allergy management can become difficult... but it isn't always because the allergies got worse. Another disease could pop up and you may need to view that case with fresh eyes... learn some tips on this week's episode of The Derm Vet podcast!Kirjoittanut Ashley Bourgeois, DVM, DACVD
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196. SCIT vs SLIT... which one is better?
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Immunotherapy... should you recommend subcutaneous or sublingual? Is there a difference in efficacy? What are pros and cons of each? Find out more in-depth information on this week's episode of The Derm Vet podcast!Kirjoittanut Ashley Bourgeois, DVM, Dip ACVD
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Happy Thanksgiving to all of my friends in the US! I am so thankful for the support for The Derm Vet podcast and wanted to share a little love on this week's episode of the podcast!Kirjoittanut Ashley Bourgeois, DVM, Dip ACVD
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194. Evolving in dermatology
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It is so important to learn new skills and change your way of doing things. This is not only best for the pet you are treating, but makes dermatology more fun for you! Learn about some of the ways I have changed my derm practice on this week's podcast episode!Kirjoittanut Ashley Bourgeois, DVM, Dip ACVD
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193. Did you know there are different types of pemphigus?
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We often talk about pemphigus foliaceus... but did you know there are other forms of pemphigus? Learn some of the differences in distribution, pathology and species on this week's episode of The Derm Vet podcast!Kirjoittanut Ashley Bourgeois, DVM, Dip ACVD
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192. Difficult derm convos
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Dermatology is a lot of talking. As we set up realistic expectations for our owners, there can be some tough conversations that need to happen. How can we approach these chats a bit easier? Learn about an expectation I needed to make clear for an owner including how I approached it (even when uncomfortable). This scenario and more on this week's ep…
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191. Distribution of cat skin lesions
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Did you know that recognizing different distribution patterns in cats can help guides your diagnostic workup? Check out this week's episode of The Derm Vet podcast to learn more!Kirjoittanut Ashley Bourgeois, DVM, Dip ACVD
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190. Why are ear cultures controversial?
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Ear cultures are a bit controversial in veterinary dermatology. Do you know why? Check out this week's episode of The Derm Vet podcast to find out!Kirjoittanut Ashley Bourgeois, DVM, Dip ACVD
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189. Labwork monitoring for derm drugs
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If you are managing an allergic or autoimmune pet with certain medications, how do you appropriately monitor their labwork? What changes are you looking for? What other diseases does the pet have that may require monitoring? Check out some of my thoughts on The Derm Vet podcast this week! And (remember) that every clinician can be different!…
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188. How to practice fear free dermatology
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Chronic skin disease can cause a lot of discomfort for dogs and cats. In turn, this can cause veterinary visits for not only the pet, but the owner to be intimidating. Implementing fear free techniques can allow veterinarians to work with the patient and a client to make the experience less stressful. In a specialty that often includes lifelong, fr…
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187. What I wish I knew sooner...
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What are a few things I wish I knew sooner in my veterinary dermatology career? Listen to this week's episode of The Derm Vet podcast to find out!Kirjoittanut Ashley Bourgeois, DVM, Dip ACVD
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186. Nasal Planum Diseases
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Nasal planum diseases. There are so many different types and biopsy is going to be the most direct way to sort through your differentials. Check out this week's episode of The Derm Vet podcast for tips and tricks!Kirjoittanut Ashley Bourgeois, DVM, Dip ACVD
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Vasculitis is a disease that can encompass many different presentations. Usually end-points (pinnal tips, claws, tail tips, etc.) are affected due to lack of collateral circulation. Though pentoxifylline is the mainstay treatment traditionally, there are other options that are sometimes needed. This includes the off-label use of a common allergy me…
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184. Revisiting Apoquel vs. Cytopoint
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Apoquel and Cytopoint. Revolutionary therapies to manage pruritus from allergic dermatitis in dogs. Both should be stocked on the shelf of your veterinary clinic. But are there certain instances where I prefer one vs. the other? Find out the answer on this week's episode of The Derm Vet podcast!Kirjoittanut Ashley Bourgeois, DVM, Dip ACVD
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183. The complexity of atopic dermatitis (in humans AND pets!)
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Atopic dermatitis should be viewed as a syndrome rather than a singular disease. Between genetics, skin barrier, environment, microbiome, TH2 immunity, etc. there are so many factors that play a role which is why dermatologists always mention a multimodal approach. Check out more details on this week's episode of The Derm Vet podcast!…
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182. Importance of topical therapy
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Why do dermatologists love topical therapy? How can you explain to an owner the importance of bathing or applying a mousse? Check out this week's episode of The Derm Vet podcast!Kirjoittanut Ashley Bourgeois, DVM, Dip ACVD
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181. Frequency of ear flush
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How often should I have an owner flush a dog's ear? How do I know if I can change the frequency of flushing in a patient? Check out this week's episode of The Derm Vet podcast!Kirjoittanut Ashley Bourgeois, DVM, Dip ACVD
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180. Collaboration with Skin Flint podcast
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I love collaborating and this is an exciting one! Skin Flint podcast is a veterinary dermatology podcast (yes there is more than one!) based out of the UK. It was such an exciting opportunity to chat about the differences in how we treat dermatology but a lot of similarities as well. I have posted this episode of the podcast on my platform. However…
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179. My Commencement Speech
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On May 15 of this year, I had the honor of giving the commencement speech at my alma mater (University of Missouri). It was such an honor and one of the most important speeches I have ever written. I decided to record it for the podcast hoping it brings some insight or inspiration to listeners. Enjoy!…
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178. Isoxazolines in dogs
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Since we covered cats last week, we have to give dogs some love this week! I discuss the differences of the different DOG isoxazoline products in the United States (all the countries are different with labeling) on this week's episode of The Derm Vet podcast!
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177. Isoxazolines in cats
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We have talked a lot about the importance of isoxazolines in dogs and cats during the allergic workup. We want those easy wins by ruling out itchy ectoparasites! But there are so many different products out there, what are the differences? I discuss the differences of the different CAT isoxazoline products in the United States (all the countries ar…
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176. Pseudomonas otitis- biofilm, ulcerations and pain
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Pseudomonas otitis is one of the toughest issues we face in veterinary dermatology. What do these cases look like? What do these cases need topically and systemically? What ingredients should be in the ear flush? Back to interviews on the podcast (my favorite!), I am joined by Amelia White, DVM, MS, DACVD from Auburn University. Listen into our dis…
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175. PHOVIA: an alternative treatment for pyoderma and other dermatologic disease
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Photobiomodulation is a novel way to manipulate the function of cells within the dermis and epidermis, to reduce inflammation while still accelerating regeneration. Phovia is a two-part system released by Vetoquinol in 2021. As pyoderma has become more and more difficult to control, it is essential that we investigate alternative methods to antibio…
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174. Keynote at Fetch KC (August 26!)
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I love lecturing... but this keynote will be very special to me. On August 26, I get to cross something off of my speaker bucket list: keynote presentation. I was supposed to do this keynote last year and had to drop out after our son was diagnosed with leukemia. So I feel so fortunate to get to finally fulfill this dream in two months. Fetch has a…
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173. Feline head and neck pruritus
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Cat head and neck pruritus... what differentials for you have for a feline friend that is showing this pattern? Check out this week's episode of The Derm Vet podcast! Reference from the episode: Hobi S, et al. Clinical characteristics and causes of pruritus in cats: a multicenter study on feline hypersensitivity-associated dermatoses. Vet Dermatol …
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172. 4 tips to get a derm diagnosis
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When in a fast paced GP practice, how can you categorize your thinking to appropriately diagnose and treat dermatologic cases? Check out my 4 tips to increase your confidence!Kirjoittanut Ashley Bourgeois, DVM, Dip ACVD
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Do you understand the flea lifecycle? Know why it is important to know about the egg, larva, pupa and adult... also some gross flea facts.Kirjoittanut Ashley Bourgeois, DVM, Dip ACVD
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