The Cairn Podcast: Marking the Trail for Veterinarians

Crafting a Culture with Gretchen Sauer Part 3: Consistency and Fairness

Mon, 14 Oct 2024 20:00:00 -0400

Join Drs. Corinne, Magdalena and Dan as we welcome back Gretchen Sauer, MBA, LSSGB. We discuss the challenges of maintaining consistency and fairness in the workplace, including how consistency and fairness shape workplace culture, why fairness may not always mean "equal", challenges faced by leaders in maintaining consistency, strategies for increasing fairness in decision making, and much more!

Resources:

Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM)

Introducing Clemson University's College of Veterinary Medicine with Founding Dean, Dr. Steven Marks

Mon, 26 Aug 2024 07:00:00 -0400

Join Drs. Corinne, Magdalena and Dan, as we welcome Steven L. Marks, BVSc, MS, DACVIM (SAIM). Dr. Marks is the Dean of Clemson's College of Veterinary Medicine, set to welcome its first class in the Fall of 2026. We discuss Dr. Marks' vision for Clemson, the future of veterinary medicine, community and collaboration, the ideal setting of Clemson's campus to foster a veterinary education, and our overall excitement for South Carolina's first veterinary school!

Resources:

Clemson College of Veterinary Medicine website

2024 ACVIM Recap

Fri, 05 Jul 2024 09:00:00 -0400

Join us as we discuss Dr. Dan's recent trip to Minneapolis for the 2024 ACVIM convention.

2024 ACVIM Forum

Spectrum of Care with Dr. Tim Loonam

Sun, 23 Jun 2024 21:00:00 -0400

Join Dr. Corinne and Dr. Dan as we sit down with Dr. Tim Loonam to discuss the spectrum of care in veterinary medicine, including some amazing opportunities being provided by The Stanton Foundation. We distinguish where spectrum of care deviates from incremental care, and standard of care. We explore how veterinarians shepherd clients through the challenges of disease diagnosis and treatment, fostering a supportive environment where pet owners feel empowered and informed. We discuss strategies for navigating the spectrum of care with empathy and professionalism, ensuring that every pet receives the comprehensive support they deserve.

Please visit our website for additional resources and diagrams provided by Dr. Tim!

Urinary Incontinence

Mon, 10 Jun 2024 12:00:00 -0400

Ready to tackle one of the trickiest issues in pet care? Join Dr. Corinne and Dr. Dan as we discuss urinary incontinence in dogs. We review the ACVIM consensus statement on urinary incontinence published this past December, including neurophysiology, lesion localization, recommended diagnostics, and the latest treatment options and practical tips for managing these frustrating cases! Don’t miss out on this pawsome episode that’s packed with expert insights and actionable advice to keep your patients happy and healthy.

Please check our website for a copy of the ACVIM consensus statement, and urinary incontinence survey.

Mindfulness Monday: Meditation Unleashed - Informal Practice

Sat, 01 Jun 2024 18:00:00 -0400

Join us with Dr. Laura Smallwood as we discuss how to make any activity a meditation practice. We explore how each of us has attempted to adapt formal meditation practices to day-to-day situations in work and life, and whether informal practice can be enough.

Upcoming courses with Dr. Smallwood:

Atlanta Mindfulness has started a Sunday Evening Meditation Community which meets at 4 pm every Sunday in Decatur, GA

Online 8-week MBSR course Monday evenings starting June 3rd offered through East Coast Mindfulness

In-person 8-week mindfulness based stress reduction (MBSR) course Monday nights in Atlanta starting August 5th offered through Atlanta Mindfulness

Educating and Protecting Healthcare Providers in Commercial Real Estate, with Colin Carr

Tue, 21 May 2024 08:00:00 -0400

Join Drs. Corinne and Dan as we speak with Colin Carr, the founder and Chief Executive Officer of CARR: Healthcare Real Estate Experts Nationwide. CARR is the nation’s leading provider of commercial real estate services for healthcare tenants and buyers, and has agents in all 50 fifty states as well as Canada. Colin has been involved in commercial real estate for over two decades and has personally been involved in thousands of transactions. We discuss how and why an experienced healthcare real estate specialist is the best way to optimize your practice's location, terms of negotiation, and putting it all together to maximize the value of your practice. This is a fantastic episode with invaluable information for any veterinarian, practice manager or healthcare professional interested in starting or expanding a practice.

Website and additional information:
CARR: Healthcare Real Estate Experts Nationwide
CARR on Linkedin
CARR on Facebook
CARR on YouTube
CARR on Instagram
Phone: (303) 817-6654
Email: colin.carr@carr.us

Crafting a Culture with Gretchen Sauer Part 2: Communication and Expectations

Tue, 14 May 2024 15:00:00 -0400

Join Drs. Corinne, Magdalena and Dan as we welcome back Gretchen Sauer, MBA, LSSGB. We discuss why clear communication is so vital in the professional setting, how to address common misunderstandings and conflicts arising from unclear expectations, how to engage employees in a collaborative approach, fighting the 'blame game', and much more.

Navigating Continuing Education Conferences: A Veterinarian's Guide to Maximizing Learning

Sun, 05 May 2024 21:00:00 -0400

Join Dr. Corinne and Dr. Dan as they discuss how to get the most out of continuing education opportunities. The doctors cover how to prepare for success and select the best conference for you, strategic session selection, networking and collaboration, navigating the exhibition hall, self care and reflection, and post convention implementation.

Cardiorespiratory Review with Dr. Teresa DeFrancesco

Tue, 23 Apr 2024 23:00:00 -0400

Join us as we welcome Dr. Teresa DeFrancesco DVM, DACVECC, and DACVIM (cardiology). Dr. DeFrancesco reviews some recent publications to stimulate some fun discussion and help us reconsider some commonly held assumptions in treating our patients, such as...How about having owners assist in recovery, or stopping antibiotics sooner then you might think is necessary? Listen in with the wonderful Dr. Teri D. We know you'll enjoy this episode as much as we did!

References:

Camarasa et al. Owner-assisted recovery and early discharge after surgical treatment in dogs with brachycephalic obstructive airway syndrome. JSAP 2023.

Rodriguez et al. Antimicrobial discontinuation in dogs with acute aspiration pneumonia based on clinical improvement and normalization of C-reactive protein concentration. JVIM 2022.

Mindfulness Monday: Why We Sit, Stay and Meditate

Fri, 05 Apr 2024 16:00:00 -0400

Join us as we discuss our personal meditation experiences with Dr. Laura Smallwood. We share what first drew us to meditation as well as what has kept us practicing. Additionally, we discuss the personal benefits we have observed as well as periods when our practice has been less consistent, or we managed to "fall off the cushion". We also explore potential benefits of going on retreat, the importance of community, and whether meditation becomes habit or requires ongoing planning.

Upcoming courses with Dr. Smallwood:

Atlanta Mindfulness has started a Sunday Evening Meditation Community which meets at 4 pm every Sunday in Decatur, GA

Life in the Fast Lane Part 2: Navigating Trauma Triage with Dr. Kristin Welch

Tue, 26 Mar 2024 21:00:00 -0400

Join us for Part 2 of this exciting discussion with Dr. Kristin Welch, DVM, DACVECC. Dr. Welch is the founder and Chief Criticalist at DVM-Stat, and previously helped grow the Southeast’s first VECCS Level I Emergency and Critical Care certified hospital as the Chief of Emergency and Critical Care when she moved to Charleston, SC following her residency at Tufts University. This is a must-listen series for any veterinarian, veterinary technician, or veterinary staff member who will encounter emergency patients or trauma. We discuss the importance of understanding common scenarios that require trauma triage, how to structure your team to better handle trauma cases, principles and organization of triage, imaging tips, rational fluid resuscitation and transfusion principles, and so much more.

Resources:

Episode 8: AFAST, TFAST and VetBLUE, and What's Right for You

Simpson et al. Severe blunt trauma in dogs: 235 cases (1997–2003). JVECC 2009

Davros et al. Comparison of clinical outcomes in cases of blunt, penetrating, and combination trauma in dogs: A VetCOT registry study. JVECC 2022

Gregory et al. Evaluation of outcome associated with feline trauma: A Veterinary Committee on Trauma registry study. JVECC 2023

Lyons et al. Clinicopathologic abnormalities associated with increased animal triage trauma score in cats with bite wound injuries: 43 cases (1998–2009). JVECC 2019

Poirier et al. Markers of tissue perfusion and their relation to mortality in dogs with blunt trauma. JVECC 2022

Ash et al. Performance evaluation and validation of the animal trauma triage score and modified Glasgow Coma Scale with suggested category adjustment in dogs: A VetCOT registry study. JVECC 2018.

Lisciandro et al. Evaluation of a thoracic focused assessment with sonography for trauma (TFAST) protocol to detect pneumothorax and concurrent thoracic injury in 145 traumatized dogs. JVECC 2008

Lisciandro et al. Evaluation of an abdominal fluid scoring system determined using abdominal focused assessment with sonography for trauma in 101 dogs with motor vehicle trauma. JVECC 2009

Lisciandro et al. Abdominal and thoracic focused assessment with sonography for trauma, triage, and monitoring in small animals. JVECC 2011

Walters et al. Evaluation of the agreement between focused assessment with sonography for trauma (AFAST/TFAST) and computed tomography in dogs and cats with recent trauma. JVECC 2018

Dicker et al. Diagnosis of pulmonary contusions with point-of-care lung ultrasonography and thoracic radiography compared to thoracic computed tomography in dogs with motor vehicle trauma: 29 cases (2017-2018). JVECC 2020

Bonczynski et al. Comparison of Peritoneal Fluid and Peripheral Blood pH, Bicarbonate, Glucose, and Lactate Concentration as a Diagnostic Tool for Septic Peritonitis in Dogs and Cats. Vet Surgery 2004

Life in the Fast Lane Part 1: Navigating Trauma Triage with Dr. Kristin Welch

Thu, 14 Mar 2024 21:00:00 -0400

Join us for Part 1 of this epic two-part series as we welcome Dr. Kristin Welch, DVM, DACVECC. Dr. Welch is the founder and Chief Criticalist at DVM-Stat, and previously helped grow the Southeast’s first VECCS Level I Emergency and Critical Care certified hospital as the Chief of Emergency and Critical Care when she moved to Charleston, SC following her residency at Tufts University. This is a must-listen series for any veterinarian, veterinary technician, or veterinary staff member who will encounter emergency patients or trauma. We discuss the importance of understanding common scenarios that require trauma triage, how to structure your team to better handle trauma cases, principles and organization of triage, imaging tips, rational fluid resuscitation and transfusion principles, and so much more.

Resources:

Episode 8: AFAST, TFAST and VetBLUE, and What's Right for You

Simpson et al. Severe blunt trauma in dogs: 235 cases (1997–2003). JVECC 2009

Davros et al. Comparison of clinical outcomes in cases of blunt, penetrating, and combination trauma in dogs: A VetCOT registry study. JVECC 2022

Gregory et al. Evaluation of outcome associated with feline trauma: A Veterinary Committee on Trauma registry study. JVECC 2023

Lyons et al. Clinicopathologic abnormalities associated with increased animal triage trauma score in cats with bite wound injuries: 43 cases (1998–2009). JVECC 2019

Poirier et al. Markers of tissue perfusion and their relation to mortality in dogs with blunt trauma. JVECC 2022

Ash et al. Performance evaluation and validation of the animal trauma triage score and modified Glasgow Coma Scale with suggested category adjustment in dogs: A VetCOT registry study. JVECC 2018.

Working Up ALKP Dominant Liver Conditions: Part 2 with Dr. Tristan Weinkle

Mon, 04 Mar 2024 13:00:00 -0500

Join us for Part 2 of the epic ALKP discussion! Today we conclude our discussion with Dr. Tristan Weinkle, DVM, DACVIM board certified in small animal internal medicine (SAIM), private practice clinician, and owner/founder of Sonant Veterinary Imaging and Education to talk about the mysteries of the liver, focusing on diseases that influence ALKP dominant enzymology.

Episode Resources and References:

Please visit our website for Dr. Weinkle's accompanying slides

Cortright CC, Center SA, Randolph JF, McDonough SP, Fecteau KA, Warner KL, Chiapella AM, Pierce RL, Graham AH, Wall LJ, Heidgerd JH, Degen MA, Lucia PA, Erb HN. Clinical features of progressive vacuolar hepatopathy in Scottish Terriers with and without hepatocellular carcinoma: 114 cases (1980-2013). J Am Vet Med Assoc. 2014 Oct 1;245(7):797-808. doi: 10.2460/javma.245.7.797. PMID: 25229531.

De Marco V, Noronha KSM, Casado TC, Nakandakare ER, Florio JC, Santos EZ, Gilor C.
Therapy of Canine Hyperlipidemia with Bezafibrate. J Vet Intern Med. 2017 May;31(3):717-722. doi: 10.1111/jvim.14701. Epub 2017 Apr 6. PMID: 28382723; PMCID: PMC5435059.

Griebie ER, David FH, Ober CP, Feeney DA, Anderson KL, Wuenschmann A, Jessen CR.
Evaluation of canine hepatic masses by use of triphasic computed tomography and B-mode, color flow, power, and pulsed-wave Doppler ultrasonography and correlation with histopathologic classification. Am J Vet Res. 2017 Nov;78(11):1273-1283. doi:
10.2460/ajvr.78.11.1273. PMID: 29076364.

Hall-Fonte DL, Center SA, McDonough SP, Peters-Kennedy J, Trotter TS, Lucy JM, Berger E, Byers C, Cummings CG, Burke E, Stegemen J, Pintar J, Kantrowitz L, Sharpe K, Weinkle T. Hepatocutaneous syndrome in Shih Tzus: 31 cases (1996-2014). J Am Vet Med Assoc. 2016 Apr 1;248(7):802-13. doi: 10.2460/javma.248.7.802. PMID: 27003022.

Kim C, Loftus JP, Huson HJ. Low alanine aminotransferase activity gene variant in a Siberian Husky with copper-associated hepatopathy. BMC Vet Res. 2023 Aug 7;19(1):111. doi: 10.1186/s12917-023-03681-6. PMID: 37550687; PMCID: PMC10405506. Miceli DD, Guevara JM, Ferraris S, Pignataro OP, Gallelli MF. Therapy for feline secondary hypertriglyceridemia with fenofibrate. J Feline Med Surg. 2022 Aug;24(8):e251-e257. doi: 10.1177/1098612X221104066. Epub 2022 Jun 17. PMID: 35713593.

Munro MJL, Hulsebosch SE, Marks SL, Gilor C. Efficacy of a micronized, nanocrystal
fenofibrate formulation in treatment of hyperlipidemia in dogs. J Vet Intern Med. 2021
Jul;35(4):1733-1742. doi: 10.1111/jvim.16190. Epub 2021 Jun 6. PMID: 34096101; PMCID: PMC8295657.

Sepesy LM, Center SA, Randolph JF, Warner KL, Erb HN. Vacuolar hepatopathy in dogs: 336 cases (1993-2005). J Am Vet Med Assoc. 2006 Jul 15;229(2):246-52. doi:
10.2460/javma.229.2.246. PMID: 16842046.

Steiner JM, Lainesse C, Noshiro Y, Domen Y, Sedlacek H, Bienhoff SE, Doucette KP, Bledsoe DL, Shikama H. Fuzapladib in a randomized controlled multicenter masked study in dogs with presumptive acute onset pancreatitis. J Vet Intern Med. 2023 Nov-Dec;37(6):2084-2092. doi: 10.1111/jvim.16897. Epub 2023 Oct 9. PMID: 37811705; PMCID: PMC10658511.

Xenoulis PG, Cammarata PJ, Walzem RL, Suchodolski JS, Steiner JM. Effect of a low-fat diet on serum triglyceride and cholesterol concentrations and lipoprotein profiles in Miniature Schnauzers with hypertriglyceridemia. J Vet Intern Med

Working Up ALKP Dominant Liver Conditions: Part 1 with Dr. Tristan Weinkle

Thu, 22 Feb 2024 06:00:00 -0500

Join us as we meet at the rounds table with Dr. Tristan Weinkle, DVM, DACVIM board certified in small animal internal medicine (SAIM), private practice clinician, and owner/founder of Sonant Veterinary Imaging and Education to talk about the mysteries of the liver, focusing on diseases that influence ALKP dominant enzymology. This isn’t just vacuolar hepatopathy and Cushing’s, we’ll be delving into the other disorders that influence liver enzyme activity like dyslipidemia, chronic inflammatory disease, and breed specific concerns. Whether you're a seasoned veterinarian, a passionate pet owner, or just curious about the impacts of the hepatic health on general wellbeing in our companion animals, grab your gear and join us as we navigate through the landscapes of liver disease in small animals with the incredible Dr. Tristan Weinkle. This podcast is one you won’t want to miss.

Episode Resources and References:

Please visit our website for Dr. Weinkle's accompanying slides

Cortright CC, Center SA, Randolph JF, McDonough SP, Fecteau KA, Warner KL, Chiapella AM, Pierce RL, Graham AH, Wall LJ, Heidgerd JH, Degen MA, Lucia PA, Erb HN. Clinical features of progressive vacuolar hepatopathy in Scottish Terriers with and without hepatocellular carcinoma: 114 cases (1980-2013). J Am Vet Med Assoc. 2014 Oct 1;245(7):797-808. doi: 10.2460/javma.245.7.797. PMID: 25229531.

De Marco V, Noronha KSM, Casado TC, Nakandakare ER, Florio JC, Santos EZ, Gilor C.
Therapy of Canine Hyperlipidemia with Bezafibrate. J Vet Intern Med. 2017 May;31(3):717-722. doi: 10.1111/jvim.14701. Epub 2017 Apr 6. PMID: 28382723; PMCID: PMC5435059.

Griebie ER, David FH, Ober CP, Feeney DA, Anderson KL, Wuenschmann A, Jessen CR.
Evaluation of canine hepatic masses by use of triphasic computed tomography and B-mode, color flow, power, and pulsed-wave Doppler ultrasonography and correlation with histopathologic classification. Am J Vet Res. 2017 Nov;78(11):1273-1283. doi:
10.2460/ajvr.78.11.1273. PMID: 29076364.

Hall-Fonte DL, Center SA, McDonough SP, Peters-Kennedy J, Trotter TS, Lucy JM, Berger E, Byers C, Cummings CG, Burke E, Stegemen J, Pintar J, Kantrowitz L, Sharpe K, Weinkle T. Hepatocutaneous syndrome in Shih Tzus: 31 cases (1996-2014). J Am Vet Med Assoc. 2016 Apr 1;248(7):802-13. doi: 10.2460/javma.248.7.802. PMID: 27003022.

Kim C, Loftus JP, Huson HJ. Low alanine aminotransferase activity gene variant in a Siberian Husky with copper-associated hepatopathy. BMC Vet Res. 2023 Aug 7;19(1):111. doi: 10.1186/s12917-023-03681-6. PMID: 37550687; PMCID: PMC10405506. Miceli DD, Guevara JM, Ferraris S, Pignataro OP, Gallelli MF. Therapy for feline secondary hypertriglyceridemia with fenofibrate. J Feline Med Surg. 2022 Aug;24(8):e251-e257. doi: 10.1177/1098612X221104066. Epub 2022 Jun 17. PMID: 35713593.

Munro MJL, Hulsebosch SE, Marks SL, Gilor C. Efficacy of a micronized, nanocrystal
fenofibrate formulation in treatment of hyperlipidemia in dogs. J Vet Intern Med. 2021
Jul;35(4):1733-1742. doi: 10.1111/jvim.16190. Epub 2021 Jun 6. PMID: 34096101; PMCID: PMC8295657.

Sepesy LM, Center SA, Randolph JF, Warner KL, Erb HN. Vacuolar hepatopathy in dogs: 336 cases (1993-2005). J Am Vet Med Assoc. 2006 Jul 15;229(2):246-52. doi:
10.2460/javma.229.2.246. PMID: 16842046.

Steiner JM, Lainesse C, Noshiro Y, Domen Y, Sedlacek H, Bienhoff SE, Doucette KP, Bledsoe DL, Shikama H. Fuzapladib in a randomized controlled multicenter masked study in dogs with presumptive acute onset pancreatitis. J Vet Intern Med. 2023 Nov-Dec;37(6):2084-2092. doi: 10.1111/jvim.16897. Epub 2023 Oct 9. PMID: 37811705; PMCID: PMC10658511.

Xenoulis PG, Cammarata PJ, Walzem RL, Suchodolski JS, Steiner JM. Effect of a low-fat diet on serum triglyceride and cholesterol concentrations and lipoprotein profiles in Miniature Schnauzers with hypertrig

Crafting a Culture with Gretchen Sauer Part 1: Gratitude

Mon, 12 Feb 2024 06:00:00 -0500

Join Drs. Corinne, Magdalena and Dan as we welcome Gretchen Sauer, MBA, LSSGB. We discuss nurturing gratitude within the workplace among colleagues and clients. We explore why gratitude is important for workplace culture with an open discussion on the positive effects of expressing and receiving gratitude, and how to foster a culture of gratitude.

Episode Resources and Recommendations:

Thinking, Fast and Slow, by Daniel Kahneman

The Gifts of Imperfection, by Brene Brown

Dare to Lead, by Brene Brown

Do Hard Things: Why We Get Resilience Wrong and the Surprising Science of Real Toughness, by Steve Magness

Personalized Medicine

Mon, 05 Feb 2024 19:00:00 -0500

Join us as we embark on an exciting whirlwind tour of personalized medicine in companion animals, and how it may change the future of veterinary medicine as it enables us to focus more on individual patients instead of population medicine assumptions. Before highlighting a recent review article in the Veterinary Clinics of North America (The Role of Personalized Medicine in Companion Animal Cardiology), we discuss nutrigenomics, pharmacogenomics, cancer treatment, allergies, and more, as specific to individual genetic profiles. Hang on and enjoy the ride!

Episode Resources and References:

Rivas VN, Stern JA, Ueda Y. The Role of Personalized Medicine in Companion Animal Cardiology. Vet Clin Small Anim 53 (2023) 1255-1276.

Brown LC, Bobo WV, Gall CA, Müller DJ, Bousman CA. Pharmacomicrobiomics of
Antidepressants in Depression: A Systematic Review. J Pers Med. 2023 Jun 30;13(7):1086. doi: 10.3390/jpm13071086. PMID: 37511699; PMCID: PMC10381387.

Campion DP, Dowell FJ. Translating Pharmacogenetics and Pharmacogenomics to the Clinic: Progress in Human and Veterinary Medicine. Front Vet Sci. 2019 Feb 11;6:22. doi: 10.3389/fvets.2019.00022. PMID: 30854372; PMCID: PMC6396708.

Court MH. Canine cytochrome P-450 pharmacogenetics. Vet Clin North Am Small Anim Pract. 2013 Sep;43(5):1027-38. doi: 10.1016/j.cvsm.2013.05.001. Epub 2013 Jun 13. PMID:23890236; PMCID: PMC3740394.

Irvin MR, Sitlani CM, Floyd JS, Psaty BM, Bis JC, Wiggins KL, Whitsel EA, Sturmer T, Stewart J, Raffield L, Sun F, Liu CT, Xu H, Cupples AL, Tanner RM, Rossing P, Smith A, Zilhão NR, Launer LJ, Noordam R, Rotter JI, Yao J, Li X, Guo X, Limdi N, Sundaresan A, Lange L, Correa A, Stott DJ, Ford I, Jukema JW, Gudnason V, Mook-Kanamori DO, Trompet S, Palmas W, Warren HR, Hellwege JN, Giri A, O'donnell C, Hung AM, Edwards TL, Ahluwalia TS, Arnett DK, Avery CL. Genome-Wide Association Study of Apparent Treatment-Resistant Hypertension in the CHARGE Consortium: The CHARGE Pharmacogenetics Working Group. Am J Hypertens. 2019 Nov 15;32(12):1146-1153. doi: 10.1093/ajh/hpz150. PMID: 31545351; PMCID: PMC6856621.

Mealey KL, Martinez SE, Villarino NF, Court MH. Personalized medicine: going to the dogs? Hum Genet. 2019 May;138(5):467-481. doi: 10.1007/s00439-019-02020-w. Epub 2019 Apr 28. PMID: 31032534.

Vaidhya A, Ghildiyal K, Rajawat D, Nayak SS, Parida S, Panigrahi M. Relevance of
pharmacogenetics and pharmacogenomics in veterinary clinical practice: A review. Anim Genet. 2024 Feb;55(1):3-19. doi: 10.1111/age.13376. Epub 2023 Nov 22. PMID: 37990577.

Real Talk: Differentiating Neurologic and Orthopedic Disease with Dr. Bill Draper

Mon, 22 Jan 2024 13:00:00 -0500

Is it neuro or ortho? Join us as we sit down with Dr. Bill Draper, DVM, DACVIM (Neurology). Dr. Draper is a small animal neurologist and medical director of BluePearl Columbia, and he joins us to discuss the challenges in assessing lameness in one's veterinary patients. Listen in as Dr. Draper presents his practical approach to assessing lameness with lots of tips and tricks that can help us navigate the complexities of these cases.

Please visit our website https://www.cairnvetmed.com/ for a full list of references as well as helpful videos, courtesy or Dr. Draper.

The Cairn Podcast's 2024 Season Opener

Mon, 15 Jan 2024 11:00:00 -0500

Happy New Year! Join Dr. Corinne, Dr. Dan and Dr. Magdalena in the studio as we take a look forward at what we have in store for 2024. Thank you for being a part of this journey with us!

2023 Year End Reflections

Sun, 31 Dec 2023 11:00:00 -0500

Join us for our final podcast of 2023 as we look back on The Cairn Podcast's first year!

Dr. Corinne and Dr. Dan reflect upon this past year's highlights, what we've learned, and what to look forward to in 2024.

Thank you so much for starting this journey with us, and Happy New Year!

Mindfulness Monday: Equanimity

Mon, 18 Dec 2023 07:00:00 -0500

Join us as we discuss Equanimity with Dr. Laura Smallwood. Equanimity is the final heart virtue and can be thought of as the ability to be with things as they are, or calm in the face of extremes whether they be good or bad. This is not a passive stance on life, but rather an active choice to engage with whatever the present moment brings, as opposed to passivity which is a form of avoidance. We discuss common hindrances to equanimity, as well as how to apply equanimity in the workplace.

Episode Resources and upcoming courses:

Desbordes et al. Moving beyond Mindfulness: Defining Equanimity as an Outcome Measure in Meditation and Contemplative Research. Mindfulness. 2015 Apr; 6(2): 356–372

Loving Kindness: The Revolutionary Art of Happiness - Sharon Salzberg

Real Happiness at Work - Sharon Salzberg

In-person 8-week mindfulness based stress reduction (MBSR) course Monday nights in Atlanta starting January 8th offered through Atlanta Mindfulness

Online 8-week MBSR course for Thursday mornings starting January 24th offered through East Coast Mindfulness

A 2 hour online intro to Mindfulness and Stress Resilience, as well as a 6 week Mindfulness and Stress Resilience training for veterinary workers are both offered through Georgia Veterinary Medical Association

Mindfulness Monday: Joy

Mon, 04 Dec 2023 07:00:00 -0500

Join us as we discuss the topic of Joy with Dr. Laura Smallwood. Joy, and specifically Sympathetic Joy, is the third of the four heart virtues and involves rejoicing in the happiness and good fortune of someone else. We discuss how true happiness is a skill that we can cultivate in ourselves, but why pursuit of happiness that is dependent on external circumstances is counterproductive. When we are able to cultivate true happiness, it becomes a superpower, and it is then much easier to engage in sympathetic joy. We can learn to take the time to fully enjoy what we find
pleasurable and partner that enjoyment with gratitude. We can take the time to notice the little things with curiosity and wonder. We can practice contentment, share our joy with others, and share in the joy of others. Let's see if we can all spread more joy throughout this holiday season.

Resources:

Hardwiring Happiness - Rick Hanson

Loving Kindness: The Revolutionary Art of Happiness - Sharon Salzberg

The Craving Mind - Judson Brewer

The Stress Prescription - Elissa Epel

Atlanta Mindfulness - Dr. Smallwood's organization which offers online and in-person mindfulness-based training

Dr. Smallwood will also be teaching a Mindfulness and Stress Resilience Course for Veterinarians, available through the Georgia Veterinary Medical Association

East Coast Mindfulness - more opportunities for courses and community

Wait, it's not just another bacterial UTI?

Mon, 20 Nov 2023 06:00:00 -0500

Viruses, Fungi, and Nematodes, Oh my! Wait, it’s not just another bacterial UTI? Get out of the Kingdom Bacteria, and join Corinne and Dan as they entertain all the "zebras" that may cause cystitis in dogs and cats. We also include a brief discussion of organisms that more commonly cause glomerulonephritis rather than primary cystitis. This is a great review of a number of infectious organisms, their vectors, important aspects of life-cycle, traditional diagnostic and treatment options, with a series of slides to accompany the podcast containing tons of extra information. If you are prepping for your board exams, this podcast is a great refresher. Join us!

Episode Resources:

Link to accompanying Presentation: Viruses, Fungi and Nematodes, Oh my!

Mindfulness Monday: Mindful Speech

Thu, 09 Nov 2023 07:00:00 -0500

Are you ready to apply the principles of mindfulness in how we speak (or refrain from speaking) to others? Just in time to prepare for those touchy family holiday discussions, we invite you to listen as we discuss the principles of mindful speech with Dr. Laura Smallwood. Specifically, what guidelines can we follow in selecting for mindful speech, and how do we execute it? Guidelines include choosing words that are true, non-harming/kind, necessary and timely. Execution includes presence, curiosity and purpose. Effective and honest communication is the foundation of all relationships in life and work. You don't want to miss this episode!

Resources:

Oren Jay Sofer - Mindful Communication and Meditation

Say What You Mean - Oren Jay Sofer

Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction Course with Dr. Smallwood IN PERSON, beginning January 8

Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction Course with Dr. Smallwood ONLINE, beginning January 18

Introduction to Mindfulness and Stress Resilience with Dr. Smallwood, 2 hour ONLINE course January 10 - this course will be followed by a 6 week Mindfulness and Stress Resilience training program for veterinary workers

Mindfulness Monday: Compassion

Mon, 30 Oct 2023 07:00:00 -0400

Join Dr. Laura Smallwood as we discuss compassion. Compassion starts with kindness, but also adds empathy, or as Dr. Laura states "I think of compassion as what happens when kindness meets up with a difficult or painful situation."

We discuss how compassion starts with the recognition of suffering, and is as simple as a heartfelt desire for the person experiencing suffering to be free from that suffering. Compassion doesn't necessarily demand action, and sometimes our need to take action can make a situation worse.

We also discuss how compassion fatigue is not actually possible, because compassion isn't a limited commodity, and we do not suffer from being too compassionate. In fact, studies have shown the opposite. This misunderstanding often arises when we carry transactional-based expectations based on how 'nice' we think we've been to others.

And finally, we discuss how compassion directed at those who have done wrong can be healing for all involved, because we recognize that all harm arises from suffering.

This was a truly special episode for us, as we hope it will be for you.

Episode Resources and Recommendations:

Link: Guided Meditation for Compassion Practice by Dr. Laura Smallwood

Loving Kindness: the Revolutionary Art of Happiness by Sharon Salzberg

Attending: Medicine, Mindfulness and Humanity by Ronald Epstein

Self Compassion: The Proven Power of being Kind to Yourself by Kristen Neff

Trauma Stewardship: An Everyday Guide to Caring for Self While Caring for Others by Laura van Dernoot Lipsky

Cannabinoid Use in Veterinary Medicine

Mon, 23 Oct 2023 07:00:00 -0400

Join Dr. Corinne Goldman and Dr. Dan Hall at the rounds table, as they meet to discuss the use of cannabinoids in veterinary medicine. We discuss the endocannabinoid system and its three main components, as well as evidence (or lack thereof) for potential benefit of cannabidiol (CBD) in conditions such as epilepsy, pain management, atopic dermatitis and anxiety.

Episode resources:

Ukai et al. The clinical use of cannabidiol and cannabidiolic acid–rich hemp in veterinary medicine and lessons from human medicine. JAVMA May 2023.

Miranda-Cortés et al. The role of cannabinoids in pain modulation in companion animals. Frontiers in Veterinary Science. January 2023

Corsato Alvarenga et al. Scientific Validation of Cannabidiol for Management of Dog and Cat Diseases. Annual Review or Animal Biosciences 2023.

Wang et al. Serum Cannabinoid 24 h and 1 Week Steady State Pharmacokinetic Assessment in Cats Using a CBD/CBDA Rich Hemp Paste. Frontiers in Veterinary Science. July 2022.

Rapamycin use in cats with subclinical hypertrophic cardiomyopathy

Fri, 13 Oct 2023 08:00:00 -0400

Join us for this exciting discussion as we welcome Dr. Joshua Stern, DVM, PhD, DACVIM (Cardiology) to discuss results of the recently completed RAPACAT trial, evaluating the effects of delayed release rapamycin on left ventricular wall thickness in cats with hypertrophic cardiomyopathy (HCM). Dr. Stern is the Associate Dean for Research & Graduate Studies and Professor of Cardiology at North Carolina State University School of Veterinary Medicine. He is a global leader in the field of veterinary cardiology genetics, with well over 100 publications to date. Following the success of the RAPACAT trial, Dr. Stern and Trivium Vet are organizing a large multicenter study (the HALT HCM study), for which registration is now open (see link below). We also review the etiology and natural history of HCM in cats, rapamycin's effects on mTOR, additional emerging therapies for treating HCM in cats, and other potential uses of rapamycin in veterinary cardiology.

Episode resources

Delayed-release rapamycin halts progression of left ventricular hypertrophy in subclinical feline hypertrophic cardiomyopathy: results of the RAPACAT trial

The HALT HCM Study information and registration

Trivium Vet

Veterinary Forensics and Shelter Medicine with Dr. Jennifer Bonovich

Tue, 26 Sep 2023 07:00:00 -0400

Join us for an incredible and inspirational discussion with Dr. Jennifer Bonovich, Doctor of Veterinary Medicine and Master of Science in Veterinary Forensics. Dr. Bonovich has an extensive background and ongoing involvement with the military, public service sector, and other volunteer positions, in addition to her full time duties as a head shelter veterinarian. Listen as Dr. Bonovich details her path towards and current experiences as a veterinary forensics expert and shelter medicine superhero. We also discuss opportunities for further education and involvement in veterinary forensics.

Resources:

Animal Cruelty Investigations: A Collaborative Approach from Victim to Verdict - by Kris Otteman, Linda Fielder, and Emily Lewis

Veterinary Forensics: Animal Cruelty Investigations - by Melinda Merck

Humane Society of the United States - Humane Pro

American Society for the Prevention of the Cruelty of Animals - ASPCA Pro

The Maples Center for Forensic Medicine at the University of Florida

International Veterinary Forensic Sciences Association

National Link Coalition

Animal Legal Defense Fund

Additional continuing education can be found on VIN, Vetfolio, and at some VMX and AVMA conferences as well. The Humane Society of the United States also hosts free training on various topics related to animal abuse such as dogfighting.

Mindfulness Monday: Kindness

Sat, 16 Sep 2023 07:00:00 -0400

Join Dr. Laura Smallwood as we discuss kindness. Specifically, how does 'kindness' differ from 'being nice'. We discuss how true kindness originates from love and interconnectivity, whereas being nice is based on transactional motivation, where we are hoping for a specific outcome based on our actions. As Dr. Laura states: "When my heart is oriented toward kindness, my thoughts and actions will be guided by that rather than the motivation to try to control the other person or the situation. This frees me from the need for things to turn out a certain way so I am less likely to experience disappointment and anger when they don’t. True kindness is psychologically healthier for us because it is its own reward—it is not outcome dependent."

Embracing true kindness instead of "niceness" helps us become better people, better professionals, and can improve our performance at work by reducing the shackles and increased bandwidth taken up by our expectations and the desire to control outcomes. And like other mindfulness-related skills, kindness can be practiced and cultivated through Loving Kindness meditation.

Episode Resources and Recommendations:

Link to Dr. Smallwood's Loving Kindness Meditation

Start Where You Are: A Guide to Compassionate Living by Pema Chödrön

Lovingkindness: the Revolutionary Art of Happiness by Sharon Salzberg

Real Happiness at Work: Meditations for Accomplishment, Achievement, and Peace by Sharon Salzberg

Acute Kidney Injury

Mon, 04 Sep 2023 14:00:00 -0400

Join Dr. Corinne and Dr. Dan as we refresh our understanding of acute kidney injury with a focus on early recognition, the value of POCUS (point-of-care ultrasound) in the identification of renal injury, therapeutic interventions, and the role of hemodialysis.

Please see Dr. Goldman's supplemental slides!

Aerodigestive Disease in Dogs

Mon, 21 Aug 2023 14:00:00 -0400

Join Dr. Corinne Goldman and Dr. Dan Hall as they meet at the rounds table, reviewing recent literature from the Journal of Veterinary Internal Medicine regarding the role of alimentary disease in the development, progression, and persistence of respiratory disease in dogs. Well beyond a discussion of brachycephalic obstructive airway syndrome, this podcast delves into the recent One Health review of aerodigestive disease in dogs, and other related articles, that describe a number of additional syndromes, diagnostic tests, and clinical conditions related to the gastrointestinal tract’s impacts on the airways.

References:

Grobman M, Reinero C. A One Health review of aerodigestive disease in dogs. J Vet Intern Med. 2023 May-Jun;37(3):817-834. doi: 10.1111/jvim.16661. Epub 2023 Mar 28. PMID: 36987535; PMCID: PMC10229372.

Grobman ME, Maitz CA, Reinero CR. Detection of silent reflux events by nuclear scintigraphy in healthy dogs. J Vet Intern Med. 2020 Jul;34(4):1432-1439. doi: 10.1111/jvim.15798. Epub 2020 Jun 13. PMID: 32533759; PMCID: PMC7379020.

Howard J, Grobman M, Lever T, Reinero CR. Videofluoroscopic swallow study abnormalities identify aerodigestive disorders in dogs with respiratory disease versus healthy controls. J Vet Intern Med. 2023 May-Jun;37(3):1166-1178. doi: 10.1111/jvim.16685. Epub 2023 Mar 23. PMID: 36951400; PMCID: PMC10229363.

Mindfulness Monday: Mindfulness of Stress

Tue, 08 Aug 2023 07:00:00 -0400

Join Dr. Laura Smallwood as we move beyond the foundations of mindfulness practice and into practical applications, and explore mindfulness of stress. Mindfulness of stress involves understanding our differing stress responses to various circumstances or environmental triggers. We discuss "good" vs. "bad" types of stress, polyvagal theory, acute vs. chronic stress, the importance of rest vs. deep rest, and the four states of mind as described by Elissa Epel: Red Mind, Yellow Mind, Green Mind and Blue Mind. Most of us spend too much time in a state of 'Yellow Mind', resulting from poor coping strategies, multi-tasking, and chronic hyperarousal from too much screen time or media consumption.

This episode is an invaluable resource for any veterinarian or other professional that wants to experience a more meaningful and joyful work experience, while reducing the risk of burnout.

Episode Resources:

The Stress Prescription: 7 Days to More Joy and Ease by Elissa Epel, PhD

The Upside of Stress: Why Stress is Good for You and How to Get Good at It by Kelly McGonical, PhD

Anchored: How to Befriend Your Nervous System Using Polyvagal Theory by Deb Dana

Diabetes in Small Animal Medicine with Dr. Patty Lathan Part 2

Mon, 31 Jul 2023 06:00:00 -0400

Join us for Part 2 as we finish our diabetes discussion with Dr. Patty Lathan, including practical use of Bexacat™ the new SGLT2 inhibitor for use in feline diabetes mellitus management. Dr Lathan is a co-author on the 2018 AAHA Small Animal Diabetes Mellitus Management Guidelines as well as the 2022 consensus statement on Agreeing Language in Veterinary Endocrinology (ALIVE): Diabetes mellitus in the Veterinary Journal, among numerous other studies and articles on thyroidal and adrenal disease. Dr. Lathan lectures nationally and internationally and is a past president of the Society for Comparative Endocrinology (SCE).

Resources and references:

International Society of Feline Medicine

Feeding Your Cat (catinfo.org)

American Animal Hospital Association

Please see Part 1 episode notes for list of references

Real Talk: Diabetes in Small Animal Medicine with Dr. Patty Lathan

Wed, 19 Jul 2023 06:00:00 -0400

Join us for Part 1 of this epic diabetes discussion as we we sit down with our dear friend, classmate, and colleague Dr. Patty Lathan, VMD, MS, DACVIM (SAIM), Small Animal Internist and endocrinologist, and associate professor of small animal internal medicine at Mississippi State University to discuss Bexacat™ the new SGLT2 inhibitor for use in feline diabetes mellitus management. Listen in as Dr. Lathan presents her practical approach to diabetes diagnosis and management strategies, with sensitivity to the patient and the owner’s needs. Dr Lathan is a co-author on the 2018 AAHA Small Animal Diabetes Mellitus Management Guidelines as well as the 2022 consensus statement on Agreeing Language in Veterinary Endocrinology (ALIVE): Diabetes mellitus in the Veterinary Journal, among numerous other studies and articles on thyroidal and adrenal disease. Dr. Lathan lectures nationally and internationally and is a past president of the Society for Comparative Endocrinology (SCE).

Resources and references:

International Society of Feline Medicine

Feeding Your Cat (catinfo.org)

American Animal Hospital Association

Behrend E, Holford A, Lathan P, Rucinsky R, Schulman R. 2018 AAHA Diabetes Management Guidelines for Dogs and Cats. J Am Anim Hosp Assoc. 2018 Jan/Feb;54(1):1-21.

Benedict SL, Mahony OM, McKee TS, Bergman PJ. Evaluation of bexagliflozin in
cats with poorly regulated diabetes mellitus. Can J Vet Res. 2022 Jan;86(1):52-
58. Erratum in: Can J Vet Res. 2023 Apr;87(2):152.

Bugbee A, Rucinsky R, Cazabon S, Kvitko-White H, Lathan P, Nichelason A, Rudolph L. 2023 AAHA Selected Endocrinopathies of Dogs and Cats Guidelines. J Am Anim Hosp Assoc. 2023 May 1;59(3):113-135.

Hilgenfeld R, Seipke G, Berchtold H, Owens DR. The evolution of insulin glargine
and its continuing contribution to diabetes care. Drugs. 2014 Jun;74(8):911-27.

Niessen SJM, Bjornvad C, Church DB, Davison L, Esteban-Saltiveri D, Fleeman LM, Forcada Y, Fracassi F, Gilor C, Hanson J, Herrtage M, Lathan P, Leal RO, Loste A, Reusch C, Schermerhorn T, Stengel C, Thoresen S, Thuroczy J; ESVE/SCE membership. Agreeing Language in Veterinary Endocrinology (ALIVE): Diabetes mellitus - a modified Delphi-method-based system to create consensus disease definitions. Vet J. 2022 Sep 29;289:105910.

Sparkes, Andrew; Cannon, Martha; Church, David; Harvey, Andrea; Hoenig, Margarethe; Peterson, Mark; Reusch, Claudia; Rosenberg, Dan. ISFM Consensus Guidelines on the Practical Management of Diabetes Mellitus in Cats. Journal of Feline Medicine & Surgery. 2015;17(3):235-250

Youssef ME, Yahya G, Popoviciu MS, Cavalu S, Abd-Eldayem MA, Saber S. Unlocking the Full Potential of SGLT2 Inhibitors: Expanding Applications beyond Glycemic Control. International Journal of Molecular Sciences. 2023; 24(7):6039.

Mindfulness Monday: Mindfulness of Mental Phenomena

Mon, 03 Jul 2023 06:00:00 -0400

Join Dr. Laura Smallwood as we explore the fourth and final foundation of mindfulness. Mindfulness of mental phenomena involves learning from what we notice during our meditation practice as well as our lives, including what leads to more stress, suffering or well being. Or as Dr. Smallwood hilariously puts it: Mindfulness of "How's That Going For Ya?"

We discuss the five universal challenges, any or all of which may arise at any given moment during meditation or life: Desire, Anger, Sloth, Restlessness and Doubt. As we become more aware of these five emotions they have less power of us over time, which improves our ability to be present even during difficult periods.

Dr. Smallwood has also provided a link for the World Wide Sit, available for free every Thursday from 12:15 to 12:45 pm.

Part 2 From Farm To Table: The Life of a Large Animal Veterinarian with Melinda McCall

Thu, 29 Jun 2023 06:00:00 -0400

Join us for Part 2 of this wonderful episode, as we finish our discussion with Dr. Melinda McCall to discuss her career as a large animal veterinarian. Melinda recounts how she became involved with local and state boards, animal rescue (of all shapes and sizes), and how giving back to her community has been so rewarding for her. We also discuss challenges ahead for farmers, shortages of large animal veterinarians, and having the courage to follow a calling. Don't forget that Melinda is also an author, and her first book is being released August 8, 2023:

Driving Home Naked: And Other Misadventures of a Country Veterinarian

From Farm To Table: The Life of a Large Animal Veterinarian with Melinda McCall

Sat, 17 Jun 2023 11:00:00 -0400

Join us for Part 1 of this insightful, hilarious, and heartwarming episode, as we welcome Dr. Melinda McCall to discuss her career as a large animal veterinarian. Melinda discusses how her early childhood experiences on a farm encouraged her to pursue her dreams despite some discouragement from friends and family. We also discuss her experiences as a younger veterinarian, including one of the craziest veterinary stories we have ever heard! Melinda is also an author, and her first book is being released August 8, 2023:

Driving Home Naked: And Other Misadventures of a Country Veterinarian

Mindfulness Monday: Mindfulness of Thinking

Wed, 31 May 2023 22:00:00 -0400

Join Dr. Laura Smallwood as we explore mindfulness of thinking and the phenomenon of meta awareness, a characteristic unique to humans (as far as we know!). Mindfulness of thinking is the 3rd foundation of mindfulness practice, and involves observing our thoughts in a nonjudgmental way, without added analysis. We continue our journey in building upon skills learned from mindfulness of the breath, body and feeling tones.

Dr. Smallwood has also provided a guided meditation on mindfulness of thinking: Mindfulness of Thinking Guided Meditation

Practice Ownership and Entrepreneurship Part 2

Mon, 22 May 2023 06:00:00 -0400

Join us as we conclude our entrepreneurship discussion with Dr. Tim Loonam. We discuss soft skills to improve staff enthusiasm, tips for networking, following your values, and how to build mutually beneficial relationships with local vendors, rescue organizations, veterinary specialists, and primary veterinarians.

See Part 1 for episode resources.

Practice Ownership and Entrepreneurship Part 1

Mon, 15 May 2023 09:00:00 -0400

Join us for Part 1 of another fantastic discussion with Dr. Tim Loonam. We discuss changes to the veterinary profession catalyzed by the KPMG and Brakke Megastudy of 1999. We then go on to discuss the current landscape for veterinary practice start-up and ownership - it's easier than you think! Veterinary specific lenders such as Provide understand our profession better than typical banks, and are more flexible with loan options while requiring less down payment. Additionally, we discuss the importance of leadership, mentorship, and the 4 C's of lending: Credit, Collateral, Condition and Character.

Episode resources:

The E-Myth Veterinarian

MentorVet

Provide - Veterinary, Medical, Dental, and Optometry Practice Loans

Palmetto Animal Assisted Life Services (PAALS) Part 2

Mon, 08 May 2023 06:00:00 -0400

Join for us for part 2 of this amazing episode with Jennifer Rogers and Melissa Payne from PAALS. We continue discussing specific PAALS programs, and how you can get involved to support this organization through fundraisers, fun events, volunteering, and even foster opportunities for dogs that are in training. With the incredible leadership at PAALS and community support, we can all be a part of matching highly trained service dogs with individuals in need.

Palmetto Animal Assisted Life Services (PAALS) Part 1

Mon, 01 May 2023 06:00:00 -0400

Join us for Part 1 of this beautiful two-part series as we welcome Jennifer Rogers and Melissa Payne from Palmetto Animal Assisted Life Services (PAALS). Jennifer is the founder of PAALS and current director of training, and Melissa is the executive director. PAALS is the only Assistance Dog International (ADI) accredited organization based in South Carolina, and is a founding member of Animal Assisted Intervention International (AAII). We discuss the history and founding of PAALS, the extensive training that PAALS service dogs go through, matching service dogs with their new owners, and some of the specific PAALS programs. Please stay tuned for Part 2 coming soon, and see below to learn more about PAALS and how you can help this amazing organization!

Episode links and resources:
PAALS Homepage
https://www.paals.org/about
https://www.paals.org/support-us
Midlands Gives
Paddle for PAALS
Paddle for PAALS Facebook Page
Follow PAALS on Social Media:
Facebook
Twitter
Instagram
YouTube

Mindfulness Monday: Mindfulness of Feeling Tones

Mon, 24 Apr 2023 06:00:00 -0400

Join Dr. Laura Smallwood as we explore mindfulness of feeling tones, including the three basic feeling tones that we should practice paying attention to. We discuss how learning to recognize pleasant, unpleasant and neutral feeling tones can help us respond better to life's changing circumstances.

A guided meditation by Dr. Smallwood on mindfulness of feeling tones can be found here.

Dr. Smallwood will be teaching an 8 week online course in Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) beginning on June 5th, 2023. Please consider registering for this course available through the link above. Spots are limited!

Cardiorenal Syndrome and Crazy Heartworm Cases!

Mon, 17 Apr 2023 17:00:00 -0400

Happy National Heartworm Awareness month! Join us as we discuss cardiorenal syndrome and dive into some of the unusual heartworm positive cases we have seen in April.

Before diving into our cases, we discuss pathophysiology of heartworm-induced renal disease, prevalence of heartworm disease, current treatment options for heartworm disease, and the interplay of the cardiovascular and renal systems.

References are available on our website.

Making a Veterinary Athlete Part 2

Mon, 10 Apr 2023 06:00:00 -0400

Join us for Part 2 as we continue our leadership discussion with Dr. Tim Loonam. We explore how the specific mindset and approach of a professional athlete can be applied to those of us in the veterinary profession, and the importance of a team-oriented mindset. This concludes an invaluable discussion for anyone interested in building their own resiliency, leadership and longevity, in any profession.

Please see Part 1 Episode notes for references.

A Recap of our First 10 Episodes

Mon, 03 Apr 2023 06:00:00 -0400

Join us for a brief recap as we discuss our journey so far, look forward to what's ahead, and invite our listeners to participate in future episodes! We revisit the importance of mindfulness as a foundation for daily life and work, preview future veterinary and mindfulness topics, and reflect on whether we have honored our mission so far.

Making a Veterinary Athlete Part 1

Mon, 27 Mar 2023 06:00:00 -0400

Join us for Part 1 of this amazing two-part series as we welcome Dr. Tim Loonam to discuss building resiliency and leadership qualities. Dr. Loonam is a former army ranger, veterinary practice owner, and still practices as a mixed animal veterinarian while lecturing at veterinary schools across the country. We specifically discuss servant leadership, why it is so effective, and how its absence from past veterinary school curricula has hurt our profession. This is also an invaluable discussion for anyone interested in building their own resiliency and personal leadership style - if you interact with people, leadership qualities are essential.

Dr. Loonam's recommendations:

John Maxwell Leadership Resources

John C. Maxwell - Developing the Leader Within You 2.0

Maxwell Leadership Podcast

The Veterinary Leadership Institute

HBR's 10 Must Reads on Leadership

Jocko Willink - Discipline Equals Freedom

Jocko Willink - The Dichotomy of Leadership

Jocko Podcast

AFAST, TFAST and VetBLUE, and What's Right For You

Mon, 20 Mar 2023 06:00:00 -0400

Dr. Goldman and Dr. Hall discuss how veterinary point of care ultrasound techniques can be employed to benefit veterinary patients. AFAST, TFAST and VetBLUE are standardized focused ultrasound protocols currently offered through FASTVet.

We also discuss several veterinary studies examining the accuracy of these techniques and how they can be used in complement with other diagnostics, in various abdominal, pulmonary and cardiac disease states.

The full Episode 8 bibliography is available on our website.

Mindfulness Monday: Mindfulness of the Body

Mon, 13 Mar 2023 07:00:00 -0400

Join Dr. Laura Smallwood as we further explore mindfulness of the body, including techniques we can use to improve body awareness. Improving body awareness helps us to become more present, focused, and connected with the external world. Additionally, improved body awareness can help improve overall health, detect early disease and reduce the chance of injuries.

Guidance for the body scan meditation can be found here.

Dr. Smallwood will be teaching an 8 week online course in Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) beginning on June 5th, 2023. Please consider registering for this course available through the link above. Spots are limited!

Specialists On The Move

Mon, 06 Mar 2023 07:00:00 -0500

Join Drs. Paige Mackey and Ashleigh Seigneur as they discuss their experiences in transitioning from full time veterinary internists to locum and mobile specialty work, serving multiple hospitals in different locations. Dr. Dan Hall also discusses his gradual transition from a full time staff cardiologist to a mobile practitioner. We explore the factors that led to our transition away from being full time associates, tips for getting started as a locum or mobile practitioner, the value of relationships with primary care veterinarians, challenges in adapting to different hospital settings, the joy of engaging with hospital staff, how mindfulness strategies help our veterinary patients relax, setting boundaries, and a surprise crash course on tax and investment strategies from Dr. Mackey! Dr. Mackey references white coat investor as an invaluable website that helped her learn more about financial options.

Pitfalls and Best Practices in Chronic Kidney Disease

Mon, 27 Feb 2023 06:00:00 -0500

Join Dr. Corinne Goldman as she discusses up to date recommendations for diagnosis and management of chronic kidney disease in cats and dogs. Topics covered include early screening, the importance of history and physical exam findings, following SDMA, creatinine and electrolyte trends, basic ultrasound screening, hypertension and proteinuria management, the importance of nutrition, and many more useful tips.

Resources
iris-kidney.com

vetspecialists.com

fastvet.com

A full bibliography list is available upon request. Please email us at cairnvetmed@gmail.com.

Mindfulness Monday: Meeting in Meditation

Sun, 19 Feb 2023 22:00:00 -0500

Dr. Laura Smallwood continues to discuss mindfulness in more detail. Specifically, we discuss what mindfulness meditation is, and is not, and introduce body awareness through connecting to the breath. Dr. Smallwood explains the importance of why we focus on the breath and how this connects with day-to-day living, self knowledge and wisdom. Finally, we conclude the podcast with tips that listeners can do now to get started.

Dr. Smallwood has also provided a link to an 8 minute Awareness of Breath Meditation Guidance.

How to Heal a Broken Heart with Dr. Dan Hall

Mon, 13 Feb 2023 09:00:00 -0500

Join Dr. Dan Hall as he discusses his journey to become a veterinary cardiologist, current career options for veterinary cardiologists, and helpful tips for optimizing initial cardiac workups at the primary veterinary care level.

Episode resources:

VetGirl Podcast Episodes on Focused Cardiac Ultrasound Part I & Part II:

Tufts Cummings School of Veterinary Medicine HeartSmart: Nutrition Information on Pets with Heart Disease:

https://heartsmart.vet.tufts.edu/nutrition/

Illustration of vertebral heart score, radiographic left atrial dimension (RLAD), vertebral left atrial score (VLAS), and assessing right heart enlargement available on the Cairn Veterinary website, Episode 3:

https://cairnvetmed.com

Mindfulness Monday: Meeting in Mindfulness

Mon, 13 Feb 2023 09:00:00 -0500

Dr. Laura Smallwood discusses mindfulness and how to implement it into your personal and professional life. Episode resources and links:

East Coast Mindfulness Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) Online
www.laurajeansmallwood.com
Ten Percent Happier Podcast with Dan Harris
Meditation Is Not What You Think: Mindfulness and Why It Is So Important Paperback by Jon Kabat-Zinn PhD
Falling Awake: How to Practice Mindfulness in Everyday Life by Jon Kabat-Zinn
Jon Kabat-Zinn website: https://jonkabat-zinn.com/
Why Buddhism is True: The Science and Philosophy of Meditation and Enlightenment Kindle Edition by Robert Wright

The Cairn Veterinary Podcast Introduction

Sun, 12 Feb 2023 09:00:00 -0500

Welcome to our veterinary podcast! Join our host, Dr. Corinne Goldman, as she introduces the team behind The Cairn, discusses our purpose, and outlines a few upcoming episodes.
Join us!