Veterinary Anesthesia Nerds

Time to check out checklists with Heidi Reuss Lamky a CVT with dual VTS in both Anesthesia and Surgery. In this episode we discuss the importance of utilizing a checklist for anesthesia and surgery patients. Also featured: the great state of Michigan and shout out to mentors!

Yeah surgery and anesthesia are fun but have you ever lived through the thrill of proper patient stabilization prior to anesthesia? Live from VMX we speak with multifaceted technician David Liss about the importance of making sure your patient is actually able to handle the emergency anesthesia you're about to embark on.

This week we talk with Dr.Tammy Grubb DVM, DACVAA and IVAPM member live from the VMX conference on why cats are so amazing! We talk current drug therapies for felines including why Ketamine is your friend and the golden time frame for starting NSAIDs.

In this episode Karen Roach RVT, VTS (ECC) discusses ways the veterinary technician can utilize different tools of nursing care to help guide pain management in our hospitalized patients.

Induction Agents: The Good, the Bad, and Propofol! Today's episode we talk with Bryce Dooley DVM, DACVAA about choosing the most appropriate induction agent for your patient. From the sexy shiny new Alfaxalone to kickin' it old school with ketamine, we break down the best options on your shelf.

Welcome Nerds! This week we talk to Dr. Cassie Janson DVM, DACVECC on how treating poly-trauma patients with the best pain management can improve outcomes. We will discuss ways to triage a patient before shipping it over to a referral hospital, and tips for when your practice doesn't have the option of a referral hospital.

Sevoflurane or Isoflurane? Does it matter? In this episode we talk to Dr.Mike Barletta DACVAA from the University of Georgia on inhalant anesthesia options, opioid use in practice and what the heck MAC really means. Enjoy Nerds!

This is a preview of the upcoming Veterinary Anesthesia Nerds Podcast launching in 2020!