Disease Du Jour
Health, Fitness & Longevity
About
EquiManagement’s podcast Disease Du Jour, where we delve into the research and current best practices for a variety of equine health problems with industry experts. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Episodes
- Ep 181: Upper Airway Disorders with Dr. Kaycie Hatcher
Dr. Kaycie Hatcher joins the podcast to discuss upper respiratory disorders in horses, covering common conditions, differential diagnoses, and treatment approaches.
- Ep 180: Pigeon Fever with Dr. Erika Machtinger
Dr. Erika Machtinger discusses pigeon fever in horses on Disease Du Jour, covering pathogenesis, epidemiology, and clinical presentations.
- Ep 179: Diagnosing and Managing Equine Soft Tissue Injuries with Dr. Kara Brown
Dr. Kara Brown joins Disease Du Jour to discuss equine tendon and ligament injuries. Topics include the pathophysiology of soft tissue injuries, diagnostic imaging, management strategies, and the role of biologics. This episode is sponsore…
- Ep 178: Metabolic Effects of IA Corticosteroids with Dr. Allen Page
Dr. Allen Page discusses research on the metabolic effects of intra-articular corticosteroids and the potential influence of ertugliflozin on horses' metabolic responses. The discussion covers differences among corticosteroids, considerati…
- Ep 177: Neonatal Maladjustment Syndrome and Foal Sepsis with Dr. Lauren Bookbinder
Dr. Lauren Bookbinder discusses neonatal maladjustment syndrome (NMS) and foal sepsis, covering causes, clinical signs, management, risk factors, identification, treatment, and prognosis for foals.
- Ep 176: Equine Intestinal Disease Research with Dr. Liara Gonzalez
Dr. Liara Gonzalez explains her research on equine intestinal stem cells, the development of a pig model, and their application in understanding intestinal disease and mucosal repair.
- Ep 175: Equine Joint Health and Healing with Dr. Charlie Barton
Dr. Charlie Barton joins Disease Du Jour to discuss equine joint health and healing, covering topics like biologics, gene therapy, and new joint therapies. The episode is sponsored by Equithrive.
- Ep 174: Performance Horse Nutrition with Dr. Laurie Lawrence
Dr. Laurie Lawrence explains the nutritional aspects of a balanced diet for performance horses, covering energy sources, protein, digestive physiology, and supplements on Disease Du Jour.
- Ep 173: Intersection of Equine Welfare and Veterinary Medicine with Dr. Lindsay Goodale
Dr. Lindsay Goodale discusses the intersection of equine welfare and veterinary medicine, covering overlooked welfare aspects, low-stress handling techniques, and communication strategies for veterinarians.
- Ep. 172: Managing Laminitis with Dr. Andrew van Eps
Dr. Andrew van Eps joins Disease Du Jour to discuss equine laminitis. The episode covers the mechanisms behind different forms of laminitis, risk assessment, early indicators, and strategies for treatment and rehabilitation.
- Ep. 171: Pioneer, Generic, Compounded, and Counterfeit Animal Drugs with Stephanie Batliner
This episode features Stephanie Batliner, VP of Regulatory Affairs and R&D North America for Bimeda, discussing the FDA approval process for pioneer and generic animal drugs. Topics also include veterinary devices, pharmacy compounding, an…
- Ep. 170: Subfertility in Mares with Dr. Ben Espy
Dr. Ben Espy joins Disease Du Jour to discuss subfertility in mares. The episode covers common causes, management strategies, and alternative reproductive technologies.
- Ep. 169: Ocular Squamous Cell Carcinoma with Dr. Kelly Knickelbein
Dr. Kelly Knickelbein discusses ocular squamous cell carcinoma in horses, covering clinical signs, risk factors, treatment, and prevention. She also touches on her research into genetic cataracts in horses. This episode is brought to you b…
- Ep. 168: Antimicrobial Stewardship with Dr. Clare Ryan
Dr. Clare Ryan explains the importance of antimicrobial stewardship in equine practice, providing advice for veterinarians on applying these principles and highlighting available resources. This episode of Disease Du Jour is sponsored by B…
- Ep. 167: Equine Liver Disease with Dr. Joy Tomlinson
Dr. Joy Tomlinson discusses common liver diseases in horses, including EqPV-H and EqHV, on Disease Du Jour. The episode covers clinical signs, diagnostic strategies, treatment, management, and biosecurity.
- Ep. 166: Noninfectious Neurologic Diseases with Dr. Amy Johnson
Dr. Amy Johnson discusses noninfectious neurologic diseases in horses, such as CVSM and eNAD/EDM, covering clinical signs, diagnostics, and management. This episode of Disease Du Jour is sponsored by Equithrive.
- Ep. 165: Equine Castration Tips with Dr. Rebecca McOnie
Dr. Rebecca McOnie shares insights on equine castration, covering surgical techniques, anesthesia choices, and safety protocols. This episode of Disease Du Jour is sponsored by Equithrive.
- Ep. 164: Muscle Conditions with Dr. Jane Manfredi
Dr. Jane Manfredi joins Disease Du Jour to discuss common muscle conditions and injuries in horses. The episode covers risk factors, clinical signs, diagnostics, treatment, and management options.
- Ep. 163: Effects of Wildfire Smoke Exposure on Horses’ Airways with Dr. Katie Sheats
Dr. Katie Sheats discusses the effects of wildfire smoke exposure on horses' airways. The episode covers treatment and management strategies for affected horses, as well as the potential long-term impacts of smoke exposure. Disease Du Jour…
- Ep. 162: Thoroughbred Sales Work with Dr. Jeffrey Berk
Dr. Jeffrey Berk, VMD, MRCVS, discusses his career in Thoroughbred sales, focusing on yearlings, young horses, and racetrack practice. He shares his experience with horse ownership, breeding, selling, and racing.
- Ep. 161: Equine Rehabilitation Modalities with Dr. Melanie Perrier
Dr. Melanie Perrier explains common equine rehabilitation modalities, including mesotherapy, laser therapy, and kinesiotape, and advises veterinarians on integrating them into practice.
- Ep. 160: Lameness Evaluation Technologies with Dr. Sallie Hyman
Dr. Sallie Hyman discusses the Equinosis Q lameness evaluation technology, its applications, and how she uses it in her practice. The episode also touches on Sleip and other objective lameness technologies. This episode of Disease Du Jour…
- Ep. 159: EMS and ID with Dr. Erica Macon
Dr. Erica Macon discusses equine metabolic syndrome and insulin dysregulation on Disease Du Jour. Topics include diagnostic tools, feeding recommendations, pharmaceutical treatment, and ongoing research. Dr. Macon is an Assistant Professor…
- Ep. 158: Cervical Nerve Root Compression with Dr. Travis Tull
Dr. Travis Tull discusses cervical nerve root compression in horses, covering clinical signs, diagnosis, and management. He also details a pioneering surgical technique, percutaneous endoscopic foraminotomy.
- Ep. 157: Regional Limb Perfusions with Dr. Isabelle Kilcoyne
Dr. Isabelle Kilcoyne joins Disease Du Jour to discuss regional limb perfusions, covering clinical applications, antibiotic selection, and recommended techniques.
- Ep. 156: Equine Infectious Disease Patterns and Threats with Dr. Sally DeNotta
Dr. Sally DeNotta joins Disease Du Jour to discuss equine infectious disease patterns and emerging threats. She provides advice for veterinarians on protecting patients from diseases, especially in relation to natural disasters and climate…
- Ep. 155: Equine Dentistry Overview with Dr. Bruce Whittle
Dr. Bruce Whittle discusses equine dentistry on Disease Du Jour, covering oral examinations, common abnormalities, and treatment strategies. The podcast is sponsored by Bimeda Equine.
- Ep. 154: Equine Asthma and EIPH with Dr. Beau Whitaker
Dr. Beau Whitaker joins Disease Du Jour to discuss equine asthma and exercise-induced pulmonary hemorrhage (EIPH). The episode covers clinical signs, risk factors, and management strategies for these conditions.
- Ep. 153: Role of the FEI Endurance Veterinarian with Dr. Jennifer Madera
Dr. Jennifer Madera joins Disease Du Jour to discuss the role of the FEI endurance veterinarian, social license to operate at endurance events, and her own path into the field. She also provides guidance for veterinarians interested in thi…
- Ep. 152: AAEP’s Wearable Biometric Sensor Research Project with Dr. Sara Langsam
Dr. Sara Langsam discusses the AAEP’s research project on wearable biometric sensors for Thoroughbred racehorses, aiming to reduce catastrophic musculoskeletal injuries. The project is chaired by Langsam and sponsored by Bimeda Equine.
- Ep. 151: Improve Your Physical Examination Skills with Dr. Tracy Turner
AAEP President Tracy Turner joins the podcast to discuss the importance of thorough physical examinations for patients, their value before imaging, and methods for improving examination techniques.
- Ep. 150: Cold Weather Veterinary Care with Dr. Stacie Boswell
Dr. Stacie Boswell discusses caring for horses in cold weather, covering common winter health issues, advice for senior and young horses, and challenges for ambulatory veterinarians. This episode of Disease Du Jour is sponsored by Merck An…
- Ep. 149: CEM with Dr. Erin Newkirk
Dr. Erin Newkirk joins Disease Du Jour to discuss contagious equine metritis (CEM), including how the U.S. has largely avoided it, potential vulnerabilities, quarantine measures, and the specifics of the current Florida outbreak.
- Ep. 148: 2024 AAEP Convention Preview with Dr. Chrissie Schneider
Dr. Chrissie Schneider joins host Carly Sisson to preview the 2024 American Association of Equine Practitioners (AAEP) Conference in Orlando, Florida. They discuss sessions and opportunities Dr. Schneider is looking forward to at the event.
- Ep. 147: Role of the Permitted Treating Veterinarian in FEI/USEF Competitions with Dr. Sarah Cohen
Dr. Sarah Cohen, DVM discusses the role of the permitted treating veterinarian at FEI/USEF competitions, including the social license to operate, differences from official veterinarians, the trot-up process, and experiences as a holding bo…
- Ep. 146: Arthroscopy with Dr. Alvaro Bonilla
Dr. Alvaro Bonilla discusses arthroscopy in horses on the Disease Du Jour podcast, covering applications, minimally invasive techniques, and wireless arthroscopy. This episode is part of the Disease Du Jour podcast series, presented by Mer…
- Ep. 145: Nuchal Bursitis with Dr. José García-López
Dr. José García-López discusses nuchal bursitis in horses on the Disease Du Jour podcast. The episode covers clinical signs, risk factors, treatment options, the recovery process, and the overall prognosis. Disease Du Jour is sponsored by…
- Ep. 144: Importing Horses with Dr. Jennifer Groon
Dr. Jennifer Groon discusses the process of importing horses from Europe, covering pre-purchase and post-arrival testing, quarantine, common health concerns, and the necessity of an in-flight veterinarian.
- Ep. 143: Post-Racing Health Concerns and Opportunities for Thoroughbreds with Dr. Shannon Reed
Dr. Shannon Reed joined the Disease Du Jour podcast to discuss common health issues and available opportunities for Thoroughbreds moving from racing to sport careers. This episode was brought to you by Merck Animal Health.
- Ep. 142: Equine Immune System Overview with Dr. Julia Felippe
Dr. Julia Felippe provides an overview of the equine immune system, detailing its main parts, the different forms of immunity, and how veterinarians can assist in maintaining patient immune health.
- Ep. 141: Diagnostic Anesthesia with Dr. Maureen Kelleher
Dr. Maureen Kelleher explains diagnostic anesthesia on the Disease Du Jour podcast, covering its applications in lameness evaluations, preferred drugs, and techniques for optimal results. The podcast is sponsored by Merck Animal Health.
- Ep. 140: OPU and ICSI with Dr. Carly Turner-Garcia
Dr. Carly Turner-Garcia discusses ovum pick up (OPU) and Intracytoplasmic Sperm Injection (ICSI), covering their advantages, success rates, potential risks, and necessary facility requirements. This episode of Disease Du Jour is sponsored…
- Ep. 139: Heat Stress and Heat Stroke with Dr. Christine Staten
Dr. Christine Staten discusses heat stress and heat stroke in horses on Disease Du Jour, explaining the differences, clinical signs, and management strategies.
- Ep. 138: Prepurchase Exams with Dr. Johanna Kremberg
Dr. Johanna Kremberg discusses equine prepurchase exams on the Disease Du Jour podcast, covering key components, managing conflicts of interest, and diagnostic imaging options. This episode is brought to you by Merck Animal Health.
- Ep. 137: Taking Radiographs in the Field with Dr. Elizabeth Acutt
In this episode, Dr. Elizabeth Acutt shares insights on the challenges of acquiring quality equine radiographs in the field versus a clinic. She covers equipment choices and provides techniques for radiographing difficult horse anatomy.
- Ep. 136: Improving Postoperative Outcomes for Colic Patients with Dr. Emily Hellstrom
Dr. Emily Hellstrom discusses her research on postoperative ileus and improving outcomes for colic surgery patients in horses. The episode covers risk factors, treatment options, and her publication on comparative pathophysiology and futur…
- Ep. 135: Immune System’s Role in Osteoarthritis with Dr. Erica Secor
Dr. Erica Secor discusses her research on the immune system’s role in equine osteoarthritis, her work on improving diagnostic capabilities, and understanding how arthritis varies among individual horses. This episode of Disease Du Jour is…
- Ep. 134: Regulatory Veterinary Medicine and Equine Welfare Assessments with Dr. Alina Vale
Dr. Alina Vale joins the podcast to discuss her work in regulatory veterinary medicine concerning equine welfare assessments. She covers procedures at racetracks and her efforts to establish assessment protocols for the wider equine indust…
- Ep. 133: Equine Recurrent Uveitis with Dr. Nicole Scherrer
Dr. Nicole Scherrer discusses equine recurrent uveitis (ERU), covering clinical signs, management options, and prognoses. The episode also touches on a potential new treatment under research.
- Ep. 132: EOTRH with Dr. Amelie McAndrews
Dr. Amelie McAndrews explains Equine Odontoclastic Tooth Resorption (EOTRH), detailing its prevalence, clinical signs, and available management strategies.