Veterinary Vertex
Veterinary Vertex is a weekly podcast that takes you behind the scenes of the clinical and research discoveries published in the Journal of the American Veterinary Medical Association (JAVMA) and the American Journal of Veterinary Research (AJVR). Tune in to learn about cutting-edge veterinary research and gain in-depth insights you won’t find anywhere else. Come away with knowledge you can put to use in your own practice – along with a healthy dose of inspiration to remind you what you love about veterinary medicine.
Episodes
111 episodes since 2022
Journal Award Winner Minisode: From Award-Winning Research to Veterinary Practice
What if you could enhance the success of surgical interventions in animals through a simple addition to a procedure? Join us on this fascinating episode of Veterinary Vertex as we welcome Richard Pan, one of the 2024 JAVMA Student Awar...
September 17, 2024
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5:52
Demystifying Veterinary Journal Impact Factor and Enhancing Publication Reach
What truly drives the impact of a veterinary journal, and how can these publications rise in the ranks? Join us as we unpack the complexities of journal impact factors with Dr. Morna Conway. In this episode, Morna demystifies the calculation an...
September 10, 2024
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21:07
Rethinking Equine Anesthesia: The Impact of Fasting on Postoperative Care
Ready to revolutionize your understanding of equine anesthesia? Join us as we challenge conventional practices with groundbreaking insights from Drs. Charlie Barton and Rachel Hector. Discover how their controlled randomized trial reveals that ...
September 06, 2024
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13:21
Debunking Myths About Dog Longevity
Have you ever wondered if dogs are truly living shorter lives nowadays? Join us on Veterinary Vertex® as we welcome Dr. Courtney Sexton, who challenges this alarming notion with a recent JAVMA article. Contrary to popular medi...
August 27, 2024
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15:59
Uncovering the Confidence Gap in Veterinary Clinical Research
Discover the hidden confidence gap in veterinary clinical research as we chat with Dr. Sarah Moore. Sarah takes us behind the scenes of a groundbreaking study co-authored with Dr. Allison O'Kell that surveyed veterinary faculty using the Clinic...
August 20, 2024
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21:58
Advancing Equine Health Through Neck Pain Research
Curious about the complexities of equine neck pain? In this episode of Veterinary Vertex, we discuss neck pain in horses caused by the transposition of the ventral lamina from C6 to C7. Join us as we speak with Dr. Yvette Nout-Lomas, who delves...
August 14, 2024
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23:37
Advancements in Veterinary Regenerative Medicine
Ever wondered how regenerative medicine could revolutionize veterinary medicine? Join us as we explore the groundbreaking insights from the June JAVMA supplemental issue with Guest Editor Dr. Kyla Ortved. Kyla shares insight into the world of r...
August 06, 2024
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20:01
Challenging Radiolucent Stone Detectability: Cystine and Urate Cystoliths
Can radiolucent stones really be seen on radiographs? Discover the surprising answer as we unpack the world of cysteine and urate cystoliths in dogs with our guests, Drs. Rachel Williams and Camille Andrews. Rachel shares groundbreaking insight...
July 30, 2024
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19:31
Tracking Antimicrobial Use in US Animal Agriculture: Challenges and Solutions
Ever wondered how we can better track and manage antimicrobial use in US animal agriculture? Join Drs. Katherine Huebner and Susan Bright-Ponte as they unravel the complexities of data collection in livestock, sharing insights from FDA-funded p...
July 26, 2024
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26:14
Minisode: Meet Publishing Editor Michelle Krieger
Ever wondered what it takes to produce top-tier veterinary journals? Prepare to uncover the intricate world of scholarly publishing with Michelle Krieger, the exceptional Publishing Editor for JAVMA and AJVR, on this episode o...
July 19, 2024
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11:59
A Novel TMJ Replacement Prosthesis for Pets
Join us as we uncover the incredible work of Dr. Boaz Arzi on a groundbreaking temporomandibular joint (TMJ) replacement prosthesis for pets. Discover the urgent need for this innovation due to severe trauma and arthritis in dogs and cats and l...
July 13, 2024
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13:28
Antimicrobial Resistance Across Species
Join us as Dr. Neil Vezeau breaks down complex antimicrobial resistance (AMR) dynamics in both domestic animals and wildlife, explaining how pets, livestock, migratory waterfowl, and even urban animals like crows and rats contribute to the spre...
July 02, 2024
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23:14
Horse Owner Opinions Regarding Equine Veterinarian Attire and Attributes
Do the clothing choices of equine veterinarians affect client trust? Join us as we welcome Drs. Erin O'Neil and Callie Fogle to unpack their eye-opening survey results on equine veterinary attire preferences. We explore the "white coat effect" ...
June 25, 2024
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20:22
Increasing the Frequency of Successful Emesis Induction in Dogs
Discover how to improve the success rate of inducing vomiting in dogs with our guest, Dr. Trevor Chan. Trevor shares how the combination of abdominal thrusts and apomorphine that achieved a 100% success rate, an improvement from the 76.5% succe...
June 18, 2024
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16:08
Marijuana Toxicity in Dogs: Risks, Diagnosis, and Emerging Biomarkers
Join us on this episode of Veterinary Vertex as we welcome Erin Binagia to shed light on marijuana toxicity in dogs. Erin shares findings from her recent study, revealing unexpected electrolyte abnormalities such as hyperkalemia and hypercalcem...
June 11, 2024
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25:02
Exploring the Challenges of Unilateral Nephrectomy in Dogs
Curious about the real challenges of performing a unilateral nephrectomy in dogs? Join us for an enlightening conversation with Dr. Laura Selmic and Carley Johnson. Carly delves into the findings from a recent JAVMA article, revealing ...
June 04, 2024
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11:52
Navigating IV Catheter Complications in Cats
What are the hidden risks of IV catheter complications in hospitalized cats, and how can we better manage them? Join us as we explore these critical questions with Dr. Kyle Granger, ECC resident at Colorado State University, who shares groundbr...
May 29, 2024
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25:25
Predictive Tools for Splenic Mass Etiology in Dogs
Discover the critical insights from Dr. Janet Grimes and Townes Hillier as they join us to unravel the complexities of splenic masses in dogs. Their extensive knowledge sheds light on the limitations and potential of predictive calculators like...
May 21, 2024
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15:12
Innovations in Equine Sepsis Treatment
Discover the future of equine health as we delve into sepsis treatment with Drs. Kallie Hobbs and Katie Sheats. Prepare to be captivated by their groundbreaking work, showcasing the potential of extracorporeal cytokine adsorption as a potential...
May 16, 2024
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17:50
Celebrating Scholarly Achievements in Veterinary Medicine with Journal Award Winner Marejka Shaevitz
Join us as we chat with 2023 AVMA Journal Award Winner Dr. Marejka Shaevitz. Marejka discusses the powerful affirmation that came with receiving this award. Marejka's journey reveals the impact that recognition has on career paths and underline...
May 07, 2024
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11:44
HPAI: A Changing Disease Dynamic
Discover the challenges presented by highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI) and its spillover to mammalian hosts. Drs. Jonathan Runstadler and Wendy Puryear cast light on their groundbreaking research, offering a deep dive into the virus's un...
April 30, 2024
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30:30
Veterinarians: Guardians Against Zoonotic Diseases and Champions of One Health
This episode of Veterinary Vertex features insights from Drs. Will Sander and Sulagna Chakraborty, as they dissect the complexities of zoonotic diseases. Our discussion unveils findings from a national survey, emphasizing how pivotal veterinari...
April 23, 2024
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19:30
Revolutionizing Rabbit Dental Health: Treating Odontogenic Abscesses
Expand your knowledge of rabbit dental health with Dr. Ivana Levy, who joins us to shed light on the intricate challenges of treating odontogenic abscesses in rabbits. Unpack the details of this JAVMA study that boasts an 85% success r...
April 16, 2024
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11:30
Unveiling the Risks of Leash-Related Injuries Among Dog Walkers
Discover how an everyday activity like dog walking could be trickier than it seems, especially for seniors, as we delve into a riveting conversation with Dr. Rodrigo Rosa. This episode casts a spotlight on the rise of leash-related injuries and...
April 09, 2024
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17:35
A Deep Dive into Equine Regenerative Treatments and NSAID Interactions
Discover how single-dose nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs in horses have no impact on concentrations of cytokines or growth factors in autologous protein solution and platelet-rich plasma as we chat with Kara Brown on Veterinary Vertex. Our...
April 05, 2024
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